How many sensors can one Hive support?

Hive capacity is based on the total frame-rate load, not a fixed number of sensors.

Best-practice capacity

A Hive should stay under ~30 frames per second (FPS) for stable real-time performance.
(While the wireless protocol can support more in theory, 30 FPS is the recommended practical limit.)

Typical sensor frame rates:

• Traffic sensors: ~8 FPS

• Activity/Presence sensors: ~3 FPS

This means a Hive can generally support:

• Up to 3 Traffic sensors, or

• Up to 9 Presence sensors, or

• Any mix that keeps the total below ~30 FPS

Real-world conditions may vary

Factors like sensor-to-Hive distance, obstructions, people density, and local Wi-Fi interference can impact stability.
These numbers are technical guidelines—final ratios should always be validated during Deployment QA.

Learn more

For detailed guidance on Sensor-to-Hive connectivity and real-world considerations, see:
Gen-2 System: Sensor-to-Hive Connectivity Best Practices