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Airthings Wave Plus 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
For most buyers in 2026, Airthings Wave Plus is the safer pick over IQAir AirVisual Outdoor because of price, rating, and warranty. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and warranty, and integrations and alerts strengthen that case. IQAir AirVisual Outdoor is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize weather resistance and sensors above everything else here. As a general recommendation, Airthings Wave Plus comes out on top.
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FeatureAirthings Wave PlusIQAir AirVisual OutdoorWinner
Price$249.99$299.99Airthings Wave Plus
Rating4.23.6Airthings Wave Plus
Warranty5 years1 yearAirthings Wave Plus
Weather ResistanceNOYES (Outdoor)IQAir AirVisual Outdoor
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTNoneAirthings Wave Plus
SensorsTVOC, CO2, Radon, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric PressurePM1, PM2.5, PM10, CO2, Temperature, Humidity, Atmospheric PressureIQAir AirVisual Outdoor
AlertsTemperature Alerts, Humidity Alerts, Air Quality AlertsAir Quality AlertsAirthings Wave Plus
ConnectivityBluetooth, Other2.4 GHz WiFi, EthernetTie
ScreenNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Airthings Wave Plus or IQAir AirVisual Outdoor?

Airthings Wave Plus has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.

What is the biggest difference between Airthings Wave Plus and IQAir AirVisual Outdoor?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Airthings Wave Plus lists $249.99, while IQAir AirVisual Outdoor lists $299.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Airthings Wave Plus is listed at $249.99, while IQAir AirVisual Outdoor is listed at $299.99. Airthings Wave Plus (better spec).

Who should buy Airthings Wave Plus?

Choose Airthings Wave Plus if your priority is price and rating 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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