Updated May 2026
Data from Amazon and official AirGradient and Airthings sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Airthings View Pollution stands out as the more complete option. Its biggest wins come from price, warranty, and screen, and integrations adds more confidence to the verdict. AirGradient Open Air can still be the right pick, but only if weather resistance and sensors outweighs the wider strengths of Airthings View Pollution. That is why Airthings View Pollution wins the verdict here.
| Feature | AirGradient Open Air | Airthings View Pollution | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $190.00 | $188.98 | Airthings View Pollution |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years | Airthings View Pollution |
| Weather Resistance | YES (Outdoor) | NO | AirGradient Open Air |
| Screen | NO | YES | Airthings View Pollution |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT | Airthings View Pollution |
| Sensors | TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity | PM2.5, Temperature, Humidity | AirGradient Open Air |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Alerts | Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts | Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts | Tie |
$190.00
- + Weather Resistance: YES (Outdoor)
- + Sensors: TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity
- - Price: $190.00 vs $188.98
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years
Winner
6% OFF
$199.99
$188.98
- + Price: $188.98
- + Warranty: 5 years
- + Screen: YES
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs YES (Outdoor)
- - Sensors: PM2.5, Temperature, Humidity vs TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: AirGradient Open Air or Airthings View Pollution?
- Airthings View Pollution has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and screen.
- What is the biggest difference between AirGradient Open Air and Airthings View Pollution?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: AirGradient Open Air lists $190.00, while Airthings View Pollution lists $188.98.
- Which one looks better on price?
- AirGradient Open Air is listed at $190.00, while Airthings View Pollution is listed at $188.98. Airthings View Pollution (better spec).
- Who should buy AirGradient Open Air?
- Choose AirGradient Open Air if your priority is weather resistance and sensors and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Airthings View Pollution?
- Choose Airthings View Pollution if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than weather resistance.
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