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Airthings View Plus vs Airthings Wave Enhance

Full Smart Air Quality Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Airthings site.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Airthings View Plus over Airthings Wave Enhance, driven by battery life, connectivity, and screen.
Airthings View Plus
Winner
Airthings View Plus
$329.99
Buy on Amazon USACheck price
It builds its lead on battery life, connectivity, and screen, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Airthings Wave Enhance can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweigh the wider strengths of Airthings View Plus. As a general recommendation, Airthings View Plus comes out on top.
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FeatureAirthings View PlusAirthings Wave EnhanceWinner
Price$329.99$149.99Airthings Wave Enhance
Rating4.04.2Airthings Wave Enhance
Battery Life2 years14 monthsAirthings View Plus
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, OtherBluetooth, OtherAirthings View Plus
ScreenYESNOAirthings View Plus
Warranty5 years5 yearsTie
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantTie
SensorsTVOC, PM2.5, CO2, Radon, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric PressureTVOC, CO2, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric Pressure, Ambient Light, Ambient NoiseTie
AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Airthings View Plus or Airthings Wave Enhance?

Airthings View Plus has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for battery life, connectivity, and screen.

What is the biggest difference between Airthings View Plus and Airthings Wave Enhance?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Airthings View Plus lists $329.99, while Airthings Wave Enhance lists $149.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Airthings View Plus is listed at $329.99, while Airthings Wave Enhance is listed at $149.99. Airthings Wave Enhance (better spec).

Who should buy Airthings View Plus?

Choose Airthings View Plus if your priority is battery life and connectivity and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Airthings Wave Enhance?

Choose Airthings Wave Enhance if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.

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