Barra Range Wins IoT Sensor Product of the Year | 2025 IoT Breakthrough Awards 

Digital Matter, a global leader in low-power IoT hardware, is proud to announce that its Barra Family has been named the IoT Sensor Product of the Year at the 2025 IoT Breakthrough Awards. This recognition underscores the innovative design and impactful performance of the Barra range, solidifying Digital Matter’s position as a leader in asset-tracking solutions. 

The IoT Breakthrough Awards honor the most innovative companies, products, and services in the IoT industry. Now in its 9th year, the program recognizes continuous innovation and excellence in providing solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses and industries worldwide. This year’s winners include major names such as Cisco, General Electric, Vodafone, ADT Security, Schneider Electric, Rheem, Sonos, Ring, Ericsson, and many more. 

The Barra range, which includes the Barra Core, Barra Edge, and Barra GPS, offers reliable and cost-effective asset-tracking solutions, specifically designed for low- to mid-value assets like pallets, cargo, trolleys, and packaging. By combining affordability, long battery life, and low-power operation, the Barra series provides a solution for businesses to track assets that might not have justified the cost of traditional tracking methods. 

Key features of the Barra range include: 

• Long Battery Life: Over 10 years of battery life on 2 user-replaceable AA batteries, making it a low-maintenance, ‘deploy once’ solution for businesses. 

• Condition Monitoring: Built-in sensors that detect impacts, allowing businesses to monitor asset integrity, reduce damage during transport, and improve asset security. 

• Connectivity & Low-Power Operation: LTE-M and NB-IoT support ensures reliable, future-proof connectivity while maintaining a low power footprint. 

• Discreet Design: The slim, rugged form factor ensures adaptability across various asset types, with tamper detection to protect against unauthorized handling. 

Ken Everett, CEO of Digital Matter, commented: “We’re truly honored to be recognized by IoT Breakthrough for the Barra range. This award validates the work and dedication we’ve put into creating a practical, long-lasting tracking solution that meets the needs of businesses looking for affordable and efficient asset tracking. We’re excited to see the Barra family help our partners solve real-world asset management challenges.” 

The Barra range provides businesses with reliable asset-tracking solutions that balance cost, performance, and ease of deployment. With a focus on condition monitoring, long battery life, and global connectivity, the Barra series delivers the visibility businesses need to manage and optimize their assets efficiently. 

About Digital Matter 

Digital Matter is a leader in developing low-power IoT hardware solutions, specializing in asset tracking and condition monitoring. The company offers reliable, cost-effective devices that help businesses improve operational efficiency, asset visibility, and management. Digital Matter’s commitment to innovation ensures that their solutions meet the evolving needs of the global IoT market. 

For more information about Digital Matter and the Barra range, visit www.digitalmatter.com.