View Plus vs BREATHE AQ Monitor

Compare sensors, connectivity, certifications, and price side by side, based on official product specifications and manufacturer documentation.

Last updated September 15, 2026 · Comparison published by Airthings

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Radon coverage gap

View Plus measures radon. BREATHE AQ Monitor does not. Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas — the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US (EPA). Because you cannot detect it without a sensor, this is a meaningful difference for long-term home health monitoring.

View Plus

Airthings

View Plus

Radon COâ‚‚ VOC PM2.5

$329.99

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Breathe Tech

BREATHE AQ Monitor

Radon COâ‚‚ VOC PM2.5

Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4GHz)

Power: Mains powered

$120

Technical specifications

Feature View Plus (Airthings) BREATHE AQ Monitor
Radon detection Yes No
COâ‚‚ monitoring Yes Yes
VOC monitoring Yes Yes
PM2.5 monitoring Yes Yes
Connectivity No information located Wi-Fi (2.4GHz)
Power source No information located Mains powered
Battery life No information located N/A (mains powered)
Remote access connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and syncs to the Airthings app. Readings are also shown directly on the device's built-in customizable display. Free app, no subscription fees
Works with Airthings app (iOS, Android, Web); Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, Homey No information located
Mobile app Yes Not specified
Web app Yes Not specified
Subscription Not required Not required
Warranty 1 year (5 years with registration) 2 years + lifetime US support
Price $329.99 $120

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Value and ownership costs

View Plus

  • Price$329.99
  • SubscriptionNot required
  • Warranty1 year (5 years with registration)
  • + Includes Radon monitoring not in BREATHE AQ Monitor.

BREATHE AQ Monitor

  • Price$120
  • SubscriptionNot required
  • Warranty2 years + lifetime US support
  • BatteryN/A (mains powered)

Airthings

Ready to know what's in your air?

View Plus gives you certified radon detection, CO₂, VOC, and more — all in one device, with no subscription required.

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Frequently asked questions

Both devices measure COâ‚‚, VOC (airborne chemicals) and PM2.5 (fine particulate matter). View Plus additionally measures radon. BREATHE AQ Monitor measures COâ‚‚, VOC (airborne chemicals) and PM2.5 (fine particulate matter).

View Plus: connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and syncs to the Airthings app. Readings are also shown directly on the device's built-in customizable display.

BREATHE AQ Monitor: Free app, no subscription fees.

Radon is a naturally occurring, colorless, odorless radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of rocks and soil. It enters homes through cracks in foundations and gaps such as around plumbing entry points. It is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and the second leading cause overall (US, EPA, and WHO). The EPA recommends fixing your home if the average radon level is consistently at 4 pCi/L or higher, and considering action if it is between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Because both of these devices monitor radon continuously over time, they give a more reliable picture of your exposure than a single short-term test kit.

Specifications for View Plus come directly from the Airthings product catalog, so they automatically stay up to date. BREATHE AQ Monitor is not part of our product catalog, so its specifications are sourced from their website and product spec sheets, updated periodically.

Airthings products purchased directly from airthings.com can be returned using their 45-day money back guarantee.

View Plus specifications are sourced directly from the Airthings product catalog. BREATHE AQ Monitor specifications are sourced from publicly available manufacturer documentation, spec sheets, and retailer listings as of September 15, 2026. Prices and specifications are set by the manufacturer and are subject to change without notice; figures shown here may not reflect current availability. Airthings is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Breathe Tech. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only. As of September 15, 2026, items labeled "No information located" reflect that information was not found on the competitor's website or on the product or materials accompanying it. Absence of located information does not indicate absence of the feature. Contact support@airthings.com for corrections.