Quick summary
Airthings is a no-cost Android application for monitoring and managing indoor air quality. It connects to Airthings hardware, displays live measurements using simple color cues, and offers historical charts and practical guidance to help you improve the air in your home or workplace.
Main features
- Real-time readings with color-coded visual cues (AirGlimpse) for at-a-glance status.
- Historical charts that let you follow changes in air quality over days and weeks.
- Push alerts when conditions decline, paired with recommended steps to remedy problems.
- Setup tools that make pairing and configuring Airthings devices fast and straightforward.
- Advice and troubleshooting tips to address common indoor air issues and to select the appropriate Airthings monitor.
Reports and insights
Monthly Air Reports aggregate sensor readings for your location and present them in an easy-to-digest format, helping you spot seasonal patterns and long-term trends. The app’s detailed graphs complement these summaries so you can investigate spikes or gradual shifts in specific metrics.
Device compatibility and limitations
The Airthings app supports the current lineup of Airthings sensors and monitors. One exception is the original Wave (first-generation) device, which requires a legacy application for proper operation.
Alternatives and related apps
- Star Sport Live — Live Sports Guide (free) — listed here as an alternate free app, though it focuses on sports content rather than air quality monitoring.
Technical
- Android
- Free