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BreezoMeter vs Plume Labs

BreezoMeter logo

BreezoMeter

Weather

Environmental intelligence for healthier living

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Plume Labs logo

Plume Labs

Weather

Personal air quality tracking and forecasting

From
$179/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: BreezoMeter no longer an independent product. Google acquired BreezoMeter and breezometer.com now redirects to the Google Maps Platform environment APIs; Plume Labs plume Labs states on its own site that the Flow and Flow 2 hardware are no longer available for purchase, while the Plume Labs App and the Plume API continue to operate
  • They diverge on capability: BreezoMeter covers Hyperlocal AQI, Plume Labs covers Personal air sensor.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which BreezoMeter and Plume Labs actually diverge.

Attributes where BreezoMeter and Plume Labs differ
AttributeBreezoMeterPlume Labs
Starting priceOn request$179/one-time
Pricing modelquoteone-time
PlatformsApi, MobileIos, Android, Hardware

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather), founded (2014).

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 BreezoMeter

  • Hyperlocal AQI
  • Pollen forecasts
  • Fire tracking
  • Health recommendations
  • Historical data
  • REST API
  • Mobile SDKs
  • Enterprise systems

Only in Plume Labs

  • Personal air sensor
  • Real-time tracking
  • Exposure insights
  • Route suggestions
  • Health tips
  • Mobile app
  • Fitness trackers
  • Smart home

What people use each for

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

BreezoMeter

  • Professional Work
  • Content Creation

Plume Labs

  • Professional Work
  • Content Creation

Both are used for professional work, content creation, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

BreezoMeter

  • No longer an independent product. Google acquired BreezoMeter and breezometer.com now redirects to the Google Maps Platform environment APIs
  • Its capabilities are now bought as Google Maps Platform usage rather than as a standalone subscription

Plume Labs

  • Plume Labs states on its own site that the Flow and Flow 2 hardware are no longer available for purchase, while the Plume Labs App and the Plume API continue to operate

Pricing, plan by plan

BreezoMeter

On request
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Air quality API
    • Pollen data
    • Fire data

Plume Labs

$179/one-time
  • Flow 2$179/one-time
    • Personal sensor
    • Real-time tracking
    • App access

Which should you pick?

Choose BreezoMeter if

  • You need hyperlocal aqi.
  • You work on Api, Mobile.
  • You also want pollen forecasts.
BreezoMeter review

Choose Plume Labs if

  • You need personal air sensor.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Hardware.
  • You also want real-time tracking.
Plume Labs review

Questions people ask

Is BreezoMeter or Plume Labs better?
Neither clearly leads. BreezoMeter starts at On request and Plume Labs at $179/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, BreezoMeter or Plume Labs?
BreezoMeter starts at On request and Plume Labs at $179/one-time.
Does BreezoMeter or Plume Labs run on more platforms?
BreezoMeter runs on Api, Mobile. Plume Labs runs on Ios, Android, Hardware.
What is BreezoMeter best used for?
BreezoMeter is most often used for professional work, content creation.
What can BreezoMeter do that Plume Labs cannot?
BreezoMeter covers Hyperlocal AQI, Pollen forecasts, Fire tracking, Health recommendations. Plume Labs covers Personal air sensor, Real-time tracking, Exposure insights, Route suggestions.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

BreezoMeter: How does Google Maps Platform pricing work?

Google Maps Platform offers two pricing models: Pay-as-you-go with individual products charged based on usage, or Subscribe to save with monthly subscription plans providing bundled access.

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Plume Labs: Is the Flow 2 air quality sensor still available for purchase?

No. Plume Labs discontinued the Flow 2 hardware in Spring 2023. It is no longer for sale.

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BreezoMeter: What subscription tiers are available?

Google Maps Platform offers Starter, Essentials, and Pro subscription plans, each providing 'a generous allowance of calls and access to our most popular products'.

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Plume Labs: What air quality products does Plume Labs currently offer?

Plume Labs now offers the Plume Labs App for air quality forecasts and the Plume API for business data solutions. Specific pricing for these services is not disclosed on the website.

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BreezoMeter: Is there free usage available?

Yes. The platform includes complimentary monthly allocations. For example, Essentials Map Tiles APIs provide up to 100,000 calls at no cost per SKU per month.

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BreezoMeter: Can I start without a credit card?

Yes. A Maps Demo Key enables developers to 'start building in seconds without a credit card', allowing prototype development without payment setup.

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BreezoMeter: Do pricing terms differ by region?

Yes. Google notes that 'Product availability, functionality and terms may differ for customers with billing addresses in the European Economic Area (EEA)'.

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