Air Quality Monitors · Head to head

AirGradient ONE vs Airthings Wave Plus

Full Smart Air Quality Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official AirGradient and Airthings sites.
2026 verdict
Between AirGradient ONE and Airthings Wave Plus, AirGradient ONE is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, screen, and sensors.
It separates itself most clearly on price, screen, and sensors, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. Choose Airthings Wave Plus only if warranty and integrations matter more to you than the broader advantage from AirGradient ONE. That makes AirGradient ONE the clearer recommendation in 2026.
Price alerts

Air Quality Monitor prices change while you decide

We check the price of every Air Quality Monitor in the catalog daily and email you the drops, whichever one you pick.

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Smart home deals and news, straight to your inbox

Price drops, new releases and the smart home news worth knowing.

No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.

FeatureAirGradient ONEAirthings Wave PlusWinner
Price$230.00$230.67AirGradient ONE
Warranty1 year5 yearsAirthings Wave Plus
ScreenYESNOAirGradient ONE
IntegrationsHome AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantAirthings Wave Plus
SensorsTVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, HumidityTVOC, CO2, Radon, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric PressureAirGradient ONE
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothBluetooth, OtherTie
AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsTie
Winner
  • + Price: $230.00
  • + Screen: YES
  • + Sensors: TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity
  • - Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years
  • - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: AirGradient ONE or Airthings Wave Plus?

AirGradient ONE has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, screen, and sensors.

What is the biggest difference between AirGradient ONE and Airthings Wave Plus?

Price is one of the clearest differences: AirGradient ONE lists $230.00, while Airthings Wave Plus lists $230.67.

Which one looks better on price?

AirGradient ONE is listed at $230.00, while Airthings Wave Plus is listed at $230.67. AirGradient ONE (better spec).

Who should buy AirGradient ONE?

Choose AirGradient ONE if your priority is price and screen and that matters more than warranty.

Who should buy Airthings Wave Plus?

Choose Airthings Wave Plus if your priority is warranty and integrations and that matters more than price.

Full comparison table

Compare all 32 Air Quality Monitors side by side

You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Air Quality Monitors in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.

  • 32 Air Quality Monitors
  • 54 specs compared
  • 50 filters
Open the full comparison
More Air Quality Monitors

Top Air Quality Monitors to compare next

Compare top smart air quality monitors by connectivity, sensors, integrations, alerts, and more. Find the best one for your home.

All Air Quality Monitors
AirGradient

More AirGradient products

A sharper look at other AirGradient products worth comparing.

Explore AirGradient
Airthings

More Airthings products

A sharper look at other Airthings products worth comparing.

Explore Airthings