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.
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
Battling Bugs
We designed the Optimus with a patent-pending pest-repellent chamber and smaller, more numerous ventilation ports.
The All-New Optimus Display
Buy Now
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
View allMake it Right for You
From solar power to display back-up power, choose an Optimus accessory that optimizes your weather station set up.
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Solar Power Pack for AcuRite Optimus, AcuRite Iris and AcuRite Atlas Weather Stations
In stockSKU06051M
$43.99Unit price /Unavailable -
Uninterruptible Power Base for Compatible HD Displays
In stockSKU06187M
$32.99Unit price /Unavailable -
AcuRite Optimus and AcuRite Atlas Remote Battery Pack Weather Sensor
In stockSKU06074M
$21.99Unit price /Unavailable -
Power Adapter for AcuRite Optimus or AcuRite Atlas Weather Sensor
In stockSKU06073M
$21.99Unit price /Unavailable -
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SKU11180-5N1MB
$5.49Unit price /Unavailable -
AcuRite Optimus Details
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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)
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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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| Wind Speed & Direction | |||
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| Lightning Detection | |||
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| Aspirating Fan | |||
| Aspirating Fan | |||
| Mobile Application with Wi-Fi Display | |||
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| Pest repellent chamber | |||
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| Low profile | |||
| Low profile | |||
| Reduced packaging materials | |||
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| UV & Light Intensity Sensor | |||
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