Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Airthings and IQAir sites.
2026 verdict
Airthings Wave Mini wins the 2026 matchup against IQAir AirVisual Pro, mainly on price, warranty, and battery life. The main reason it wins is price, warranty, and battery life, and connectivity and integrations strengthens that case. Pick IQAir AirVisual Pro only when screen and sensors is the deciding factor for your setup. That is why the final call still favors Airthings Wave Mini.
| Feature | Airthings Wave Mini | IQAir AirVisual Pro | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.99 | $329.99 | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Battery Life | 2 years | 4 hours | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Other | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Screen | NO | YES | IQAir AirVisual Pro |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT | Home Assistant, IFTTT | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Sensors | TVOC, Temperature, Humidity | TVOC, PM0.1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, Temperature, Humidity | IQAir AirVisual Pro |
| Alerts | Temperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality Alerts | Air Quality Alerts | Airthings Wave Mini |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.0 | Tie |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$89.99
- + Price: $89.99
- + Warranty: 5 years
- + Battery Life: 2 years
- - Screen: NO vs YES
- - Sensors: TVOC, Temperature, Humidity vs TVOC, PM0.1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, Temperature, Humidity
$329.99
- + Screen: YES
- + Sensors: TVOC, PM0.1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, Temperature, Humidity
- - Price: $329.99 vs $89.99
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Airthings Wave Mini or IQAir AirVisual Pro?
Airthings Wave Mini has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and battery life.
What is the biggest difference between Airthings Wave Mini and IQAir AirVisual Pro?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Airthings Wave Mini lists $89.99, while IQAir AirVisual Pro lists $329.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Airthings Wave Mini is listed at $89.99, while IQAir AirVisual Pro is listed at $329.99. Airthings Wave Mini (better spec).
Who should buy Airthings Wave Mini?
Choose Airthings Wave Mini if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than screen.
Who should buy IQAir AirVisual Pro?
Choose IQAir AirVisual Pro if your priority is screen and sensors and that matters more than price.
