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ClearAg vs EPA AirNow

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ClearAg

Weather

Weather-driven agriculture intelligence platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
EPA AirNow logo

EPA AirNow

Weather

Official U.S. government air quality information

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only EPA AirNow has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: ClearAg no published pricing for ClearAg or DTN agricultural data services; EPA AirNow air quality data availability depends on nearby monitoring stations, can show no data found near a location when no monitor is close enough
  • They diverge on capability: ClearAg covers Spray window predictions, EPA AirNow covers Official AQI data.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ClearAg and EPA AirNow actually diverge.

Attributes where ClearAg and EPA AirNow differ
AttributeClearAgEPA AirNow
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelquotefree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsApi, Web, MobileiOS, Android, Web
Founded19841970

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather).

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 ClearAg

  • Spray window predictions
  • Field accessibility
  • Growing conditions
  • Pest modeling
  • Irrigation planning
  • Farm management systems
  • APIs
  • Enterprise platforms

Only in EPA AirNow

  • Official AQI data
  • Air quality forecasts
  • Fire & smoke data
  • Health recommendations
  • API access
  • Data feeds
  • Widgets
  • API

Both cover

  • Api support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

ClearAg

  • Grain market data and pricing intelligence for tradersnot EPA AirNow
  • Farm intelligence and yield forecasting for producersnot EPA AirNow
  • Weather and environmental data for agricultural operationsnot EPA AirNow
  • Energy and commodity market data and analyticsnot EPA AirNow

EPA AirNow

  • Checking current Air Quality Index (AQI) for a location or any searched areanot ClearAg
  • Viewing next-day AQI forecasts to plan outdoor activitiesnot ClearAg
  • Monitoring wildfire smoke via the Fire and Smoke Map (built with the U.S. Forest Service)not ClearAg
  • Saving multiple locations for quick referencenot ClearAg
  • Receiving optional push notifications for local AQI forecastsnot ClearAg

Where each one falls short

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

ClearAg

  • No published pricing for ClearAg or DTN agricultural data services

EPA AirNow

  • Air quality data availability depends on nearby monitoring stations, can show no data found near a location when no monitor is close enough
  • Interactive monitor map (PM2.5, PM10, ozone) coverage documented on the primary source is U.S.-focused
  • As a government-run service it offers no paid tiers, proprietary data sources, or customization options found in commercial weather/air-quality apps

Pricing, plan by plan

ClearAg

On request
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Ag weather API
    • Spray conditions
    • Custom integration

EPA AirNow

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the EPA AirNow review.

Which should you pick?

Choose ClearAg if

  • You need spray window predictions.
  • You work on Api, Web, Mobile.
  • You also want field accessibility.
ClearAg review

Choose EPA AirNow if

  • You need official aqi data.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want air quality forecasts.
EPA AirNow review

Questions people ask

Is ClearAg or EPA AirNow better?
Neither clearly leads. ClearAg starts at On request and EPA AirNow at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ClearAg or EPA AirNow?
EPA AirNow has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for ClearAg and Free for EPA AirNow.
Does ClearAg or EPA AirNow run on more platforms?
ClearAg runs on Api, Web, Mobile. EPA AirNow runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use EPA AirNow for free?
Yes. EPA AirNow has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. ClearAg starts at On request.
What is ClearAg best used for?
ClearAg is most often used for grain market data and pricing intelligence for traders, farm intelligence and yield forecasting for producers, weather and environmental data for agricultural operations, energy and commodity market data and analytics. Of those, grain market data and pricing intelligence for traders and farm intelligence and yield forecasting for producers are not what EPA AirNow is typically brought in for.
What can ClearAg do that EPA AirNow cannot?
ClearAg covers Spray window predictions, Field accessibility, Growing conditions, Pest modeling. EPA AirNow covers Official AQI data, Air quality forecasts, Fire & smoke data, Health recommendations. Both handle Api support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ClearAg: How much does ClearAg cost?

ClearAg, a DTN product, does not publish standard pricing rates. Pricing varies based on the specific data service, subscription tier, and agricultural use case. Contact DTN directly to discuss your needs and receive a customized quote.

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EPA AirNow: Is AirNow.gov free to use?

Yes. AirNow.gov is a free service operated by the EPA and its partners that provides air quality data, forecasts, maps, and educational resources at no cost to users.

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ClearAg: What does ClearAg offer?

ClearAg provides grain market data, farm intelligence, yield forecasting, commodity pricing, weather data, and decision-support tools for agricultural producers, traders, and agribusiness companies.

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EPA AirNow: Are there any subscription costs or fees associated with AirNow.gov?

No. AirNow.gov offers all services, data access, and tools completely free. There are no subscription tiers, fees, or payment options of any kind.

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