AirGradient Open Air vs Airthings Wave Mini

Updated March 2026

Data from Amazon and official AirGradient and Airthings sites.

2026 verdict

In 2026, the recommendation leans toward AirGradient Open Air. The comparison tilts its way because of weather resistance, connectivity, and sensors, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. Airthings Wave Mini is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize price, warranty, and integrations above everything else here. That is enough to make AirGradient Open Air the better pick for most buyers.

Winner

AirGradient

AirGradient Open Air

$190.00

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Airthings

Airthings Wave Mini

21% OFF

$89.99

$70.96

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Feature	AirGradient Open Air	Airthings Wave Mini	Winner
Price	$190.00	$70.96	Airthings Wave Mini
Warranty	1 year	5 years	Airthings Wave Mini
Weather Resistance	YES (Outdoor)	NO	AirGradient Open Air
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Bluetooth	AirGradient Open Air
Integrations	Home Assistant	Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT	Airthings Wave Mini
Sensors	TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity	TVOC, Temperature, Humidity	AirGradient Open Air
Screen	NO	NO	Tie
Alerts	Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts	Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts	Tie

Winner

AirGradient

AirGradient Open Air

$190.00

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+ Weather Resistance: YES (Outdoor)
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth
+ Sensors: TVOC, PM0.3, PM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, NOx, Temperature, Humidity
- Price: $190.00 vs $70.96
- Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years

Airthings

Airthings Wave Mini

21% OFF

$89.99

$70.96

BUY NOW

+ Price: $70.96
+ Warranty: 5 years
+ Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT
- Weather Resistance: NO vs YES (Outdoor)
- Connectivity: Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: AirGradient Open Air or Airthings Wave Mini?: AirGradient Open Air has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for weather resistance, connectivity, and sensors.
What is the biggest difference between AirGradient Open Air and Airthings Wave Mini?: Price is one of the clearest differences: AirGradient Open Air lists $190.00, while Airthings Wave Mini lists $70.96.
Which one looks better on price?: AirGradient Open Air is listed at $190.00, while Airthings Wave Mini is listed at $70.96. Airthings Wave Mini (better spec).
Who should buy AirGradient Open Air?: Choose AirGradient Open Air if your priority is weather resistance and connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Airthings Wave Mini?: Choose Airthings Wave Mini if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than weather resistance.