Airthings 2989 View Radon vs X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector

Updated September 2026

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2026 verdict

The Airthings 2989 View Radon steps ahead of the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector in this radon monitor comparison, winning on battery life, connectivity, integrations and alerting.

Winner

Airthings 2989 View Radon

$219.99

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Both measure radon, temperature and humidity, but the View Radon adds Wi-Fi on top of Bluetooth, reaches Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant, and pairs its e-ink display with remote alerts and weekly email reports. The X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector answers with a lower price and a higher owner rating, plus a simpler setup with no dependency on an Airthings hub. Anyone who wants remote radon monitoring with broad platform support should choose the Airthings 2989 View Radon; anyone prioritizing price and rating over remote alerts should pick the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector.

Winner

Airthings

Airthings 2989 View Radon

$219.99

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X-Sense

X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector

$99.99

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Feature	Airthings 2989 View Radon	X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector	Winner
Price	$219.99	$99.99	X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector
Rating	4.2	4.6	X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector
Battery Life	3 years	2 years	Airthings 2989 View Radon
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other	2.4 GHz WiFi	Airthings 2989 View Radon
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant	None	Airthings 2989 View Radon
Alerts	Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts, Low Battery Alerts	Air Quality Alerts, Low Battery Alerts	Airthings 2989 View Radon
Warranty	5 years	5 years	Tie
Weather Resistance	NO	NO	Tie
Screen	YES	YES	Tie
Sensors	Radon, Temperature, Humidity	Radon, Temperature, Humidity	Tie

Winner

Airthings

Airthings 2989 View Radon

$219.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Battery Life: 3 years
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other
+ Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
- Price: $219.99 vs $99.99
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.6

X-Sense

X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector

$99.99

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+ Price: $99.99
+ Rating: 4.6
- Battery Life: 2 years vs 3 years
- Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: the Airthings 2989 View Radon or the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector?

The Airthings 2989 View Radon wins on battery life, connectivity, integrations and alerting, reaching Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant with remote alerts and weekly reports. The X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector counters with a lower price and a higher owner rating.

What is the biggest difference between these two radon detectors?

The Airthings 2989 View Radon adds Wi-Fi to its Bluetooth connection for remote monitoring and reaches more smart home platforms, while the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector is a simpler, self-contained device with no confirmed platform integrations.

Which one has longer battery life?

The Airthings 2989 View Radon, which runs on six AA batteries for years, compared to the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector's three AA cells.

Does the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector have Wi-Fi?

Yes, but no confirmed smart home integrations come with it. The Airthings 2989 View Radon uses its Wi-Fi connection to reach Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant.

Who should buy the Airthings 2989 View Radon?

Buyers who want remote radon monitoring, weekly email reports and broad smart home platform support.

Who should buy the X-Sense XR0A-iR Wi-Fi Radon Detector?

Buyers who prioritize price and owner rating over remote alerts and platform integrations.

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