This is a follow up from my first impressions which are linked here: AirGradient Go First Impressions & Video
I don’t think I’m experienced enough yet to call this follow-up a review, but I do want to provide an update since my first impressions. While I wouldn’t consider myself a power user of the Go, I have definitely enjoyed learning more about my everyday indoor and outdoor air quality.
The biggest issue that I’ve come across so far was that my initial AirGradient Go’s CO2 detector stopped working. Fortunately AirGradient support is amazing! Not only did they figure out the issue and create a video showing how to fix it, they sent me a brand new AirGradient Go without the issue. I still haven’t gotten around to following the video and fixing the issue on my original Go, but now that I have this new one, I will be attempting the fix soon.
As I mentioned in the first impressions post, I have been using the AirGradient One for a few years and I’ve loved it! To reiterate, the Go seems to be better in just about every way aside from software polish, which I’m confident will be improved over time.
Currently, my main use case for the Go is monitoring CO2 because my home doesn’t have great fresh air exchange. CO2 is followed closely by humidity. Knowing PM2.5 comes in handy occasionally during large wildfires or cooking incidents. Knowing the temperature can be nice too, but it’s not very accurate yet, so I haven’t really depended on it so far.
It’s helpful to have the ability to walk around the house and easily test different measurements in different rooms. Another use case for me has been understanding the air quality on my commutes and at work. I’m not too concerned in general, but it is crazy how high CO2 can get in cars so quickly without the windows open. I’ve also taken the Go to family to test their air quality and spread the awareness, though their air quality is less concerning than the air quality at my house. Also, if something like a big commercial project started near myself or anyone I know, the Go could be very helpful to provide proof of any changes in air quality.
One of the main takeaways I’ve had since monitoring my air quality is that CO2 is my biggest concern. The way I currently manage it to generally stay around or under 800 ppm uses a lot of energy, so I’m considering buying a Swerv Air ERV. If anyone’s familiar with Swerv Air or anything similar, I’d love to get your thoughts (if that’s acceptable on this AirGradient forum of course)!
Thanks again AirGradient team for making these amazing devices and for all the support! I hope this update helps some people!