Have you ever wondered how much toxins we breathe daily? It is scary, right? The world continues to be more and more polluted, which significantly reduces the quality of the air we breathe. Since most of these things are beyond you, all you can do is protect yourself on a personal level. The WHO estimates that over 3 million people die every year due to household pollutants. That’s where the Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor comes in. The air quality monitor is used to measure the quality of the air you breathe. It gives you the power to take charge of the air quality and detect any significant spikes in real-time.

The Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor can measure about six air factors in your home. They include Radon, CO2, chemicals, and toxins (Total VOCs), temperature, air pressure, and humidity. The manufacturer boasts of the ability to detect radon with a high degree of accuracy.  It is effortless to use, and it can be easily connected with your smartphones. We loved that it can detect the air quality with superior precision thou the accuracy declines as the days go by.

Now that you know about the Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor let’s look at it in depth.

Key features

• Ability to detect radon
• Easy to set-up
• Clean air sensors
• Reliable results
• Easy to integrate with other programs

Easy to set-up and monitor

The Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor is similar to its predecessor, the Wave. It looks like a smoke-detector disc and will give you the readings buy waving your arm around it. It is super easy to differentiate between the different levels of readings as it is marked with different colours. Expect to find yellow, green, and red when you wave your hand over the gadget.

Once you get the package, all you have to do is integrate it with the free app, and you will be on your way. The batteries are already installed, so it is just a matter of fixing it. We found that the android app takes more time to set up than iOS. The manufacturer recommends that you give it up to 7 days for it to be accustomed to the environment.

Compatible with major OS

You must admit that everything is being done using mobile phones. That’s why the Wave Plus connects easily with both the Android and iOS systems. It is easy to connect using Bluetooth, and you can get all the readings on your phone. There is a free app that lets you know your air quality. If installing apps is hard for you, we recommend that you go with Airthings online dashboard for better insights.

Easy to get quick and accurate readings

Once you are done with the set-up, and the device is accustomed to the environment, you can proceed to get accurate data. The Wave Plus will give you readings of up to 6 different air factors allowing you to be on top of your air quality. Since it is connected with the phone, you can get the report in real-time. We loved that it is compatible with Google Assistant, Alexa, and our favourite, If This Then That (IFTT).

This gives you more control over the device and your air quality by extension. You can also get the results easily on the dashboard.  When you want to get the current readings without going online, simply wave your arm in front of the device. If a green colour pops, the air is good; if yellow pops up, the air is fair but red shows dangerous levels of toxic pollutants.

Sturdy batteries

By now, you must have read that AA batteries power the Wave Plus. What you might not have realized is that two AA batteries keep it going. The AA batteries are popular choice though it is hard to see why the manufacturer did not go with rechargeable batteries. The powerful cells are poised to last for about 16 months. That’s a pretty long time considering that the gadget continuously monitors the air condition daily.

Pros

There are so many good things that can be associated with the Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor. Here are the most stand out advantages;

• It is straightforward

Everything about this device is pretty straightforward. You don’t have to sweat to set it up, to take the readings, or generate the reports. It is designed to give you an easy time.

• Compatible with phones

The fact that you can monitor the air quality on your phone is fantastic. The gadget is easily compatible with Android and iOS devices. The app and the dashboard are easy to use and easy to understand.

• Accurate and reliable readings

Some feel that the readings fluctuate a lot, or they are not accurate. But, if you follow the guide provided, and give the device time to get used to the environment, it will give you accurate readings.

• Powerful sensors

The gadget is fitted with robust sensors that can detect up to 6 air factors. The sensors are powerful enough to detect and display the information in real-time.

• Powerful battery

The 2 AA batteries fitted are sturdy enough to last for 16 months. That’s pretty decent for a gadget that’s on every day of the week.

• 1-year warranty

The device comes with a 1-year quality giving users peace of mind. On top of this, users are assured of customer support that’s there all through.

Cons

Here is what the manufacturer should have done better

• Rechargeable batteries

Don’t get us wrong; the AA batteries used in this gadget are pretty sturdy. However, it would have been better to have rechargeable batteries as this would have minimized the chances of repurchases.

• It’s expensive

Compared to other gadgets in its class, the Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor is highly-priced. You can argue that it gives you extra sensors, but that is not reason enough to pay more.

FAQs

Which is the best place to keep the Wave Plus

There is no particular place that you must keep the gadget. The manufacturer recommends that you keep it in a flat place away from any tampering. It should also be around breathing height.

Which season is radon at the highest levels?

This varies from place to place. However, you can least expect to have higher radon during the hot months. So, summer is the most likely time when radon is more elevated.

My Wave Plus does not sync with my phone, what should I do?

There are instances when the gadget fails to connect with the phone. If you happen to witness such a moment, don’t panic. Place your phone on aeroplane mode on several occasions and try the sync again. If that does not work, log out from the app, reboot your phone and restart it. Once you restart, try connecting with the app.

What’s the accuracy of the Airthings Wave Plus?

The accuracy of the Wave Plus stands at 12% after seven days, and then it increases to 9% after a month. All this is measured at 50-to-350 Bq. Per m3.

I want to reset the Airthings Wave Plus, what should I do?

The manufacturer recommends that you place it at the lowest point of the home and just above the floor. Using a paper clip or pin, press the reset button after you have turned the unit over. Give it a day for it to reset, after which you will start getting the results.

Parting shot

We are in an era where people are very concerned with their health. Since we spend most of our lives indoors, it is better to be more cautious. Sadly, the air indoors is worse than the air out of our homes. While manufacturers have realized this and are producing air monitoring gadgets, most are not as great as they claim. Most of the devices are better at improving your comfort rather than keeping you safe. That’s not the case with the Wave Plus, as it has more sensors and better reading abilities than the rest.

It is said that even slight exposure to radon can have dire consequences in the future. This is why you need an air quality gadget that quickly detects and relays that information. The Airthings Wave Plus – Radon & Air Quality Monitor passes all the hurdles of air monitoring, and it does so with precision. The added sensors only serve to improve the quality of gadgets and give you value for money. The installation is meant to be comfortable and fast, but if you encounter any challenges, you can always refer to the user guide. You can also contact the manufacturer if the gadget and your phone fail to sync.