Instrument Choice’s team of scientists regularly reviews new and popular products, so when searching for the perfect scientific instrument for your application, you can make more informed decisions.
This review looks at the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser. This WiFi-enabled meter monitors nine air quality factors that impact health and well-being in the home.
Introducing the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser
The mission of uHoo is to help people monitor and manage air quality to improve lives, health and well-being globally. The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser makes invisible air quality dangers known, making it possible to create a healthier home.
How? The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser monitors nine vital air quality factors for a detailed analysis of the air you are breathing; here are some specific benefits:
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Measured Air Quality Factor |
Potential Benefits |
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1. Temperature |
Improved comfort and sleep |
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2. Humidity |
Prevent mould growth |
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3. Air Pressure |
Minimise headaches |
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4. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) |
Stay focused |
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5. Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOC) |
Limit exposure to chemicals |
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6. Particulate Matter (PM2.5) |
Avoid or reduce allergies |
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7. Carbon Monoxide (CO) |
Lessen fatigue |
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8. Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) |
Block fumes |
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9. Ozone |
Alleviate irritations |
Key Features and Benefits of the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser
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Nine Sensors: The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser measures more parameters than any other home air quality analyser offered by Instrument Choice – including:
- Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
- Carbon Monoxide (CO)
- Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
- Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOC)
- Ozone (O3)
- Temperature
- Humidity; and
- Air Pressure.
- Seamless Connection, Automatic Upload: Once you have connected your uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser to WiFi and have started transferring data to the app, everything becomes automatic! You will enjoy continuous, real-time data delivered to your smartphone or tablet.
- App-Controlled: The uHoo air quality analyser is controlled entirely through the free uHoo mobile application that displays real-time and historical data, allows users to customise alerts and share air quality information with family, friends and colleagues.
- Simple: Get tips, alerts and insights for managing your air quality via the free mobile app.
- Elegant: The sleek, modern and sophisticated design of the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser will fit seamlessly with most home décor.
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Smarthome Compatible: The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser is compatible with smart devices - like Google Assistant and Alexa.
uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser Specifications
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uHoo Sensor Specifications |
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Unit |
Range |
Resolution |
Tolerance |
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Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) |
ppm |
400 to 10,000 ppm |
1 ppm |
±50 ppm or ±3% of reading* |
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Dust (PM2.5) |
µg/m3 |
1 to 200 µg/m3 |
1 µg/m3 |
±15 µg/m3 or ±10% of reading* |
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Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂) |
Ppb |
1 to 1,000 ppb |
1 ppb |
±10 ppb or ±5% of reading* |
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Relative Humidity |
% |
0 to 100% |
0.1% |
±3% |
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Air Pressure |
mBar |
300 to 1,100 mBar |
0.1 mBar |
±1 mBar |
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) |
ppm |
0 to 1,000 ppm |
0.1 ppm |
±2 ppm or ±5% of reading* |
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Temperature |
°C |
-40 to 85 °C |
0.1 °C |
±0.5 °C |
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Airborne Chemicals (VOCs) |
Ppb |
1 to 1,200 ppb |
1 ppb |
±10 ppb or ±5% of reading* |
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Ozone (O₃) |
ppb |
1 to 1,000 ppb |
1 ppb |
±10 ppb or ±5% of reading* |
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*Choose higher of the two |
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uHoo General Specifications |
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WiFi Network Requirements |
802.11 b/g/n @ 2.4GHz with WPA2-Personal security. Dedicated 5GHz WiFi network and Enterprise security not supported. |
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Interface |
Smartphone or tablet |
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Security |
128-bit AES end-to-end encryption |
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Processor |
32-bit ARM-based |
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User Interfaces |
Native iOS and Android apps |
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Certifications |
FCC, CE, PSE, TELEC, NTC, KC, REACH, RoHS |
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Power Supply |
5V/2A USB adapter and cable (included) |
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Power Consumption |
900mW (normal operation) and 1.5W (data transmission) |
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Body Material |
ABS thermoplastic polymer |
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Base Material |
Silicone rubber with stainless steel insert |
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Status Indicator |
RGB LED |
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Operating Temperature |
-10°C to 50°C |
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Operating Humidity |
0% to 100% non-condensing |
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Dimensions |
Height: 161mm or 6.3 inches |
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Weight |
270g |
uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser Applications
The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser is ideal for use in:
- Homes; or
- Any indoor setting where you want comprehensive and current information about air quality.
How To Set Up The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser
Conclusion
What do our scientists conclude about the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser?
“The uHoo Indoor Air Quality Analyser provides a comprehensive assessment of nine important air quality parameters allowing you to track in real-time your progress towards a healthier home - and therefore a healthier you!”
Want more information about the uHoo or want more information about air quality analysers? Speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist: Call 1300 737 871 or email customer-service@instrumentchoice.com.au.
