Customer reviews from AcuRite
AcuRite - Optimus Weather Station with WiFi HD Display, Lightning Detection, Temperature, Humidity, Wind & Rainfall - Gray
Average customer rating
3.7
(97 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 97 reviews
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
22
2 Stars
12
1 Star
6
66%of customers recommend this product.
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44 out of
67)
Customer Reviews for AcuRite - Optimus Weather Station with WiFi HD Display, Lightning Detection, Temperature, Humidity, Wind & Rainfall - Gray
Posted by: Mesquite Weather Guy
from Mesquite, TX
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Had our first rain last night and it measured the rain and with the optional Solar Power panel. It did not short out as the Atlas did. Smaller profile in my yard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Richard
from Denver, Colorado
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like the look and flex options of the display, and the sleek/compact design of the sensor, on a hot sunny day the temperature reads 5-6 degrees higher than official city sites, it arrived in a timely manner, overall I am happy with the purchase
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Mr.Bonsai
from Utah
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Excited to get the new Optimus installed and online.
I’ve had the Atlas system for years.
I’ve had the Atlas system for years.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Display is satisfactory could be a bit brighter
on June 21, 2025
Posted by: Karl Lewis
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not as clear or bright as they say it is or the old version. But it's okay
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Posted by: JCC
from Des Moines, IA
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Mounting options are non existent. Unfortunately I’ll be returning the device. Have an Atlas that is mounted to pvc. This new one needs to screw into wood it appears.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from AcuRiteBy AcuRite Support Team, June 23, 2025
The Optimus sensor can be mounted in the same way that your Atlas is mounted. These sensors include a mounting bracket that can be attached to a vertical or horizontal surface. Alternatively, you can use a length of 3/4 inch schedule 40 or 80 PVC pipe or a steel pole with an outer diameter of one inch instead of the mounting bracket. If your existing mount is one inch in diameter, the Optimus can be mounted on the same mount.
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Posted by: Maniacs5...
from Lincoln, Maine
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I AM OLD.....therefore, do not do well with digital methods of providing meager manuals, troubleshooting ststem issues, etc. There is NO manual provided with the Optimus system (only a "quickstart/install" card). I put in several hours (about 6 to be exact) to get my units (Optimus sensor, display, uninterruptible power base, and solar charger) up and running. That said I give it 4 stars because it is a great improvement over my older Iris system and the range allows me to install the sensor in a less windprotected area. This display is much more useable in my livingroom with the "themes" that allow you to select brighter backrounds. And my wife likes the lightning strike warnings because she wants to watch the light shows and this lets her know when they are approaching. We only wish the system provided more accurate information on the strikes - like better accuracy on how many strikes at stepped distances (such as x number within 9 miles, y number at 5 miles, z nunber at less than 1 mile) instead of just lumping all strikes at "within 9 miles"...
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting AcuRite
Customer Rating
5
Great weather station
on June 17, 2025
Posted by: Jim T.
I ordered the new Optimus and this weather station did not disappoint, it looks better than the picture. The functionality that it has is awesome, I love it. Very accurate and precise, Thank you. Jim T
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting AcuRite
Customer Rating
3
Very simple.
on June 14, 2025
Posted by: Ty24
from Weatherford Texas
Gender:Male
Got this as a gift, I'm new to weather stations, but seems super basic for the price point, and it seems like unless they do a lot more updates your probably better off going with the Atlas. I wish it could connect with weather underground, it would be cool to share the data i get in my yard and compare it to the others in my area and I like being able to see the map where you can watch storms coming in and stuff.
Response from AcuRiteBy AcuRite Support Team, June 16, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write your review; we appreciate your feedback! Weather Underground connectivity is not available at launch, but is being integrated in a future update. If you have any questions, please reach out to our support team via live chat or email request.
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