Vape and Smoke Detector
Zeptive's vape and smoke detector identifies nicotine vape, THC vape, and combustible smoke from a single wall-mounted device. One device. One alert system. One install.
Used in thousands of schools, workplaces, hotels, and short-term rentals across the U.S.
US Patent US11,195,406 B2.
What Schools Report After Installing
Vape was happening before Zeptive. The difference is they couldn't prove it.
"We suspected vaping was happening, but we didn't have proof. The detectors verified it almost immediately." — Rob Dean, Principal, Rifle Middle School, CO
"We went from finding one or two kids a year to seeing what's really going on — now it's two to three a week." — Chris Fontaine, Principal, Monson Public Schools, MA
"Within minutes, we were able to identify the student, track the situation, and recover the vape — it all happened incredibly fast." — Jeff Johnston, Technology Director, Mammoth Spring School District, AR
One Device Detects Vape, Smoke, and THC
A standard smoke alarm won't catch vape. The aerosol is too fine, the chemistry is different, and modern vapes barely smell.
"I would have never caught it — it looks like a USB or chapstick and barely smells." — Patricia Boiteux, Principal, Somerset Academy Network, FL
Zeptive uses multi-channel particle and chemical sensors built for the things a smoke detector misses.
Detected in one device:
Nicotine vape from e-cigarettes and disposables
THC vape from cannabis devices
Combustible smoke from cigarettes and cannabis
Vape-masking aerosols (body spray, deodorant)
Tamper attempts and sensor blocking
Loitering, occupancy, noise, and aggression (optional)
15+ detection features total — engineered by a team with 20+ years in military-grade detection.
Alerts in Seconds via SMS, Email, and App
Every detection sends a timestamped alert — location and detection type included — to the Zeptive mobile app, SMS, or email.
You set sensitivity per location. You choose who gets alerts. You set quiet hours.
"The alerts go straight to our phones, so we can be outside the bathroom before students even come out." — Chris Fontaine, Principal, Monson Public Schools, MA
"Text alerts make a huge difference — people actually respond right away." — Jeff Johnston, Technology Director, Mammoth Spring School District, AR
Integrates with Genetec, Milestone, Axis, Hanwha, Avigilon, Digital Watchdog, and i-PRO — so alerts land in the VMS your security team already uses.
Battery-Powered or Wired. Install in Under 15 Minutes.
Zeptive holds the only U.S. patent for a battery-powered vape and smoke detector. Install in bathrooms, locker rooms, stairwells, hotel rooms, or rental units without running new wires — including older buildings where wiring isn't an option.
Up to 3 months of battery life per charge
Two rechargeable batteries included (300+ charge cycles each)
Or use Power over Ethernet (PoE) or USB for continuous power
Average install: under 15 minutes per device
DIY or use a Zeptive preferred installation partner
"We had everything set up and connected in about 20 minutes — it was incredibly simple to deploy." — Chris Fontaine, Principal, Monson Public Schools, MA
Common Questions
Will it catch THC vape and regular cigarette smoke too? Yes. One device detects nicotine vape, THC vape, and combustible smoke from cigarettes or cannabis. Multiple customers said they originally bought it as a "vape detector" and only later realized it handles smoke too.
What about false alarms from body spray and cleaning products? Multi-channel sensors are designed to separate vape from sprays, humidity, and cleaning chemicals using both particle counts and chemical signatures. Firmware updates ship over the air with your subscription — no manual install. Customers report essentially no false alerts in normal operation.
Do the batteries really last? Up to 3 months per charge, with two rechargeable batteries per device rated for 300+ cycles. Wired-only competitors will tell you batteries don't hold up — Zeptive customers report 95%+ battery after a week of active use. [VoC source: NYC middle school admin call, paraphrased]
How much does installation cost? Most facilities self-install in under 15 minutes per device. Battery models need no wiring — saving up to $300 per unit vs. wired-only competitors.
What kind of support comes with it? 24/7 phone, email, and ticket support included at no extra cost. Average ticket response under 4 hours.
What can I get right now to test it? A free demo unit. Test it where vaping and smoking are actually happening, then decide.
Try a Zeptive Detector Before You Buy
Get a free demo unit shipped to your facility. Install it in the bathroom, locker room, hotel hallway, or rental unit where the problem actually is. See the alerts come through in real time.
No purchase required. 24/7 support included with every order.
"It gives us peace of mind, because without it we would have no idea how often this is actually happening." — Patricia Boiteux, Principal, Somerset Academy Network, FL