The vape detector built for schools.
No wires. No false alarms.
Mistio installs in under a minute, runs on battery for a full year, and only alerts on actual vape — not cologne, not cleaning spray, not deodorant.
Why most vape detectors fail in schools
Installation takes months
PoE sensors need electricians, cable runs, IT approval, and network port provisioning. Schools wait 3-6 months from purchase to active monitoring.
False alarms kill trust
After the fifth time a sensor fires on Axe body spray, staff stops responding. A $1,000 sensor nobody trusts is worth zero.
Hidden costs add up
The sensor costs $1,000. The PoE install costs $2,000. The annual license costs $200. Total: $3,200 per bathroom per year.
How Mistio works in K-12 schools
Mount with two screws
Wall or ceiling mount in any bathroom, locker room, or stairwell. No cables, no ceiling tile work, no network drops. A custodian installs 20 sensors before lunch.
AI monitors air quality 24/7
Multiple sensors (particulate matter, gas resistance, humidity, temperature) feed a machine learning model trained to distinguish vape from cologne, deodorant, cleaning products, and normal air.
Instant alerts when vaping is detected
Administrators receive push notifications within 30-60 seconds of a confirmed vaping event. Dashboard shows which bathroom, what time, and confidence level. Staff responds because they trust the alert is real.
Replace battery once per school year
One year of battery life means zero maintenance during the school year. Swap batteries over summer break. No charging stations, no power cables, no downtime.
Mistio vs. wired vape detectors
| Feature | Mistio | Wired (HALO, Verkada) |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Battery (1 year) | PoE cable required |
| Install time | Under 1 minute | 2-4 hours per sensor |
| Electrician needed | No | Yes |
| Wired network drop required | No (connects to existing WiFi) | Yes |
| False alarms from cologne | AI-filtered out | Commonly reported |
| Cost per bathroom (year 1) | ~$500 | $2,000-$5,000 |
| Privacy (cameras/mics) | None | Varies by vendor |
Where schools install Mistio
Bathrooms
The #1 vaping location. One sensor per bathroom.
Locker rooms
High-traffic, low-supervision areas.
Stairwells
Enclosed spaces that trap aerosol.
Hallway alcoves
Blind spots between classes.
Portable classrooms
Connects to WiFi in under a minute, no cable run needed.
Outdoor shelters
Covered areas near entrances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything schools ask before choosing Mistio.
See It For Yourself
We'll send you a sensor. Mount it in a bathroom. No wiring, no IT. See how it performs before you commit.