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Ambient Weather Network vs AirVisual

Ambient Weather Network logo

Ambient Weather Network

Weather & Environment

Connect your weather station to the cloud

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
AirVisual logo

AirVisual

Weather & Environment

World's largest air quality information platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Ambient Weather Network the App Store listing states the Ambient Weather Network app requires iOS 14.1 or later, and the underlying station apps (awnet, AmbientTool) are tied to specific discontinued hardware models.; AirVisual outdoor readings depend on nearby government or crowdsourced monitors, so accuracy varies with local coverage
  • They diverge on capability: Ambient Weather Network covers Cloud connectivity, AirVisual covers Global AQI coverage.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ambient Weather Network and AirVisual actually diverge.

Attributes where Ambient Weather Network and AirVisual differ
AttributeAmbient Weather NetworkAirVisual
Pricing modelfreefreemium
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidIos, Android, Web
Founded20032015

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather & Environment).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Ambient Weather Network

  • Cloud connectivity
  • Real-time data
  • Historical storage
  • Alerts
  • Public sharing
  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • IFTTT

Only in AirVisual

  • Global AQI coverage
  • 3-day forecasts
  • Health recommendations
  • City rankings
  • Historical data
  • Widgets
  • Apple Watch
  • Smart displays

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Ambient Weather Network

  • Professional Worknot AirVisual
  • Content Creationnot AirVisual

AirVisual

  • Checking local air quality and PM2.5 levelsnot Ambient Weather Network
  • Seven day air quality forecastsnot Ambient Weather Network
  • Health guidance based on current pollutionnot Ambient Weather Network
  • Comparing indoor and outdoor air with an IQAir monitornot Ambient Weather Network

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Ambient Weather Network

  • The App Store listing states the Ambient Weather Network app requires iOS 14.1 or later, and the underlying station apps (awnet, AmbientTool) are tied to specific discontinued hardware models.

AirVisual

  • Outdoor readings depend on nearby government or crowdsourced monitors, so accuracy varies with local coverage
  • Indoor measurement needs an IQAir AirVisual monitor bought separately
  • The app pages do not state what, if anything, costs money

Pricing, plan by plan

Ambient Weather Network

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Data upload
    • Dashboard
    • API access

AirVisual

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Global AQI data
    • Forecasts
    • Health tips
  • Pro$4.99/month
    • Ad-free
    • Historical data
    • Widgets

Which should you pick?

Choose Ambient Weather Network if

  • You need cloud connectivity.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want real-time data.
Ambient Weather Network review

Choose AirVisual if

  • You need global aqi coverage.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want 3-day forecasts.
AirVisual review

Questions people ask

Is Ambient Weather Network or AirVisual better?
Neither clearly leads. Ambient Weather Network starts at Free and AirVisual at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ambient Weather Network or AirVisual?
Ambient Weather Network starts at Free and AirVisual at Free.
Does Ambient Weather Network or AirVisual run on more platforms?
Ambient Weather Network runs on Web, Ios, Android. AirVisual runs on Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Ambient Weather Network for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Ambient Weather Network best used for?
Ambient Weather Network is most often used for professional work, content creation. Of those, professional work and content creation are not what AirVisual is typically brought in for.
What can Ambient Weather Network do that AirVisual cannot?
Ambient Weather Network covers Cloud connectivity, Real-time data, Historical storage, Alerts. AirVisual covers Global AQI coverage, 3-day forecasts, Health recommendations, City rankings. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.
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