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Airthings View Pollution vs IQAir AirVisual Outdoor

Full Smart Air Quality Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Airthings and IQAir sites.
2026 verdict
Airthings View Pollution beats IQAir AirVisual Outdoor in 2026, with its clearest edge on price, warranty, and connectivity. It has the clearer edge on price, warranty, and connectivity, and it stays ahead on screen and integrations. IQAir AirVisual Outdoor remains a niche alternative if weather resistance and sensors matters more than the rest of the comparison. For most setups, Airthings View Pollution is the smarter buy.
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FeatureAirthings View PollutionIQAir AirVisual OutdoorWinner
Price$199.99$299.99Airthings View Pollution
Warranty5 years1 yearAirthings View Pollution
Weather ResistanceNOYES (Outdoor)IQAir AirVisual Outdoor
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other2.4 GHz WiFi, EthernetAirthings View Pollution
ScreenYESNOAirthings View Pollution
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTNoneAirthings View Pollution
SensorsPM2.5, Temperature, HumidityPM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric PressureIQAir AirVisual Outdoor
AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsAir Quality AlertsAirthings View Pollution
Rating3.63.6Tie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Airthings View Pollution or IQAir AirVisual Outdoor?

Airthings View Pollution has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Airthings View Pollution and IQAir AirVisual Outdoor?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Airthings View Pollution lists $199.99, while IQAir AirVisual Outdoor lists $299.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Airthings View Pollution is listed at $199.99, while IQAir AirVisual Outdoor is listed at $299.99. Airthings View Pollution (better spec).

Who should buy Airthings View Pollution?

Choose Airthings View Pollution if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than weather resistance.

Who should buy IQAir AirVisual Outdoor?

Choose IQAir AirVisual Outdoor if your priority is weather resistance and sensors and that matters more than price.

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