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AcuRite Optimus

Next generation weather tracking starts here

AcuRite Optimus

Optimus is the newest all-in-one connected weather station from AcuRite. With six sensors, seamless smart home integration, an all new mobile application, and a lifetime warranty Optimus is engineered for precision and designed for you.

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Meet the AcuRite Optimus

Engineered with Passion
Inspired by You

Behind every AcuRite product is a team of engineers, weather enthusiasts, and innovators who share your curiosity about the outdoors.

What began as concept drawings more than five years ago has evolved into the Optimus Weather Station. We set out to create the best next-generation weather station.

Our Sleekest Design Ever

We wanted the Optimus Weather Station to have a much smaller profile, but maintain our industry setting accuracy.

It's about the same height as popular smart phones, and with the wind speed and direction arms folded out, it's about as wide as a laptop.

BTW, we did say the arms fold out! Scroll down to find out why we did that.

Why Foldout Arms?

We really wanted to design a weather station that reduced our packaging footprint. We accomplished that by having the wind vane and anemometer arms folded inward during shipping.

Just pop the arms out when you install the sensor and they snap in place. You can even lock them with provided screws if you are in a high wind environment. Looking at you Mount Washington!

This also improves accuracy by spacing out the weather sensing components without additional hardware and installation challenges. Another plus from the product design team!

Optimus Sensor features

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Battling Bugs

We designed the Optimus with a patent-pending pest-repellent chamber and smaller, more numerous ventilation ports.

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The All-New Optimus Display

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Packed with features you have asked for

Show what data you are most interested in: temp, wind, or rain.

Flex View

Displays stays powered for up to 6 hours in case of a power outage.

Uninterruptible Power Base

See a recap of today's weather.

Timeline View

Quickly troubleshoot any issues.

Diagnostic Screen

AcuRite Optimus Weather Station with Wi-Fi HD Display

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Whether you’re a weather enthusiast, a smart-home pro, or just want to make more informed decisions about your surroundings, the AcuRite Optimus brings you the weather information you need for the life you lead!

This bundle includes the Optimus sensor, Wi-Fi HD display and connects to the all-new AcuRite NOW mobile app. All of this with a limited lifetime warranty.

Optimus Accessories

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Make it Right for You

From solar power to display back-up power, choose an Optimus accessory that optimizes your weather station set up.

AcuRite Optimus Details

  • Description

    The AcuRite Optimus is a sleek, all-in-one outdoor weather sensor that delivers precise hyperlocal data straight to the Wi-Fi HD Display (sold separately) or your mobile device via the all-new AcuRite NOW app. It captures six key weather conditions in real time — temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind speed and direction, plus lightning detection — without the need for additional sensors. Built with automotive-grade materials and a pest-repellant chamber, the sensor is ultra-durable and requires minimal maintenance. Its compact, low-profile design fits seamlessly into any outdoor space, making it ideal for apartments or HOA-restricted properties. The Optimus integrates effortlessly with smart-home devices to automate weather-based tasks. An internal aspirating fan ensures maximum accuracy, and the product is backed by a limited lifetime warranty for added peace of mind.

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  • Features

    • All-in-one, compact, and precise weather sensor from AcuRite is as good-looking as it is functional 
    • Compatible with the AcuRite Optimus Wi-Fi HD Display (06188M; sold separately) 
    • Measures temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind speed, wind direction, and lightning 
    • Sleek design is 5 inches tall, 4 inches wide, and 12 inches long and brings a small, yet noticeable level of modern technology to any outdoor patio, deck, or backyard 
    • Automotive-grade and UV-stabilizing materials prevent breakage and color fading, respectively 
    • Pest-repellent chamber eliminates chances of insect damage 
    • Wind vane measures 360 wind points and wind direction within 1° accuracy 
    • Internal aspirating fan keeps proper airflow to ensure precise temperature and humidity measurements 
    • Internal design features replaceable modules if replacement parts are necessary 
    • Battery-powered (4 AA, not included) or solar-powered (solar panel pack sold separately)  

  • Specifications

    Outdoor Temperature Accuracy: +/- 1º F

    Outdoor Temperature Range: -40 °F to 158 °F (-40 °C to 70 °C) 

    Outdoor Humidity Range: 1% to 99% RH 

    Rain Measurement: 01” intervals 

    Rain Accuracy:  +/- 0.05” per inch of rainfall 

    Wind Direction Accuracy: +/- 1° 

    Wind Speed Range: 0 to 125 mph (0 to 201 km/h) 

    Lightning Detection Range: 1 to 25 Miles (1.6 to 40 kilometers) 

    Wireless Range: 330 feet (100 meters) depending on home construction materials 

    Wireless Signal: 433 MHz  

    Power: 4 AA alkaline or lithium* batteries (not included) or optional solar power pack (06051M; sold separately) *Lithium batteries recommended for temperatures below -4 °F (-20 °C) 

    My AcuRite Compatible: No 

    AcuRite NOW Compatible: Yes 

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