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Ambient Works
Portable air quality tracker
The short version
What is Ambient Works?
The ambient one is a portable air quality monitoring device designed for homes, offices, and workshops. It tracks various pollutants including particulate matter, gases, temperature, and humidity, providing real-time data and historical insights.
Features a modular, repairable design that allows users to disassemble and reassemble the device, with support for modular docks to expand sensor capabilities.
Product capabilities
Key features
- Real-time and historical air quality tracking
- E-Ink display
- LED status indicator
- Activity tagging
- Custom threshold settings
- Modular dock support
- Repairable design
- Offline mode
- AI-powered tips via app
Ways to use it
Use cases
- Monitoring indoor air quality
- Tracking pollution exposure during activities
- Automating smart home devices via Home Assistant
- Optimizing environments for productivity and health
Who it is built for
Best for
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Strengths & considerations
Strengths
- Repairable and modular hardware
- Native Home Assistant integration via MQTT
- Portable with USB-C charging
- Standalone operation possible without app
Things to consider
- Not waterproof
- Accuracy of particulate matter readings can be affected by high humidity
- Direct sun exposure can affect temperature and humidity readings
- Battery life is 1-2 days with continuous sampling
Plan information
Pricing
The ambient one device is priced at $299.00 USD. Accessories are sold separately: handle ($15.00 USD), charging dock ($45.00 USD), and charging dock pro ($110.00 USD).
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Prices and plans can change. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page before purchasing.
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Quick answers
Ambient Works FAQ
What pollutants does the ambient one track?
It tracks particulate matter (PM1.0, PM2.5, PM4.0, PM10), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), nitrogen oxides (NOx), CO2, temperature, and humidity. Formaldehyde can be tracked with the optional charging dock pro.
Can I use the device without the app?
Yes, it functions as a standalone device using its E-Ink display and LED indicator, or in offline mode.
Does it integrate with smart home systems?
Yes, it integrates natively with Home Assistant via MQTT.
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