AcuRite · Updated June 2026
AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display: price & specs
The AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display costs $153.99, the cheapest home weather stations (median $275). It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 19/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 8 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Easy setup with an enjoyable at-a-glance indoor color monitor; Color display with scrolling weather ticker and adjustable brightness levels.
- Skip if Slow 12-minute interval between sensor readings is a dealbreaker.
AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: acurite.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
Is the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display a good buy?
At $154, the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display is the cheapest of the 8 home weather stations we track, where the median is $275. On the spec sheet, its sensor count of 5 is the lowest of the 8, its temp accuracy f of 1 is the lowest of the 7, and its wind speed max mph of 99 is below the median of the 7.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display
Only one whitelisted tester (Reviewed/USA Today) covers this exact model, and its verdict aggregates user reviews and product specifications rather than hands-on lab testing, so no measured data exists. Reviewers praise the easy setup, color display with a scrolling weather ticker, and value in mild climates, but flag a 12-minute gap between readings and poor cold/snow performance.
Tested by Reviewed (USA Today)
Consistently praised
- Easy setup with an enjoyable at-a-glance indoor color monitor
- Color display with scrolling weather ticker and adjustable brightness levels
- Good value for casual users in milder climates
Commonly flagged
- Slow 12-minute interval between sensor readings
- Struggles in cold and snow
- Monitor battery lasts only a couple of months; best kept plugged in
Where reviewers disagree Single-source only, so no cross-source comparison is possible. Reviewed did not hands-on lab-test this model; its assessment draws on aggregated user reviews and product specifications, meaning no independently measured accuracy, wind, or rainfall figures exist for the Iris in any whitelisted tester's page.
The sources (1)
Reviewers appreciated the color screens, noting that the scrolling feed on the bottom offers great weather-related information.
For milder climates, the easy-to-use AcuRite Iris will get you all the value of a home weather station at a reasonable value.
While batteries in the monitor might only last a couple of months, many reviewers tended to keep the monitor plugged in anyway.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $153.99 |
|---|---|
| Brand | AcuRite |
| Released | — |
| Sensor count | 5 |
| Temp accuracy f | 1 |
| Wind speed max mph | 99 |
| Rainfall gauge type | tipping-bucket self-emptying |
| Connectivity Wi-Fi | No |
| Data update interval sec | 18 |
| Display type | color LCD |
| Solar powered sensor | Yes |
| Cloud platform integration | — |
| Wireless range (ft) | 330 |
| Battery backup | Yes |
| Uv solar radiation sensor | No |
Source: acurite.com (verified 2026-06-26) · corroborated by acurite.com. SKU 01512MCBA1BK confirmed on acurite.com at $153.99 (backordered but active). No WiFi on this variant. Solar panel powers aspirating fan. Wind tested to 99 mph. 433 MHz, 330 ft range. No UV/solar radiation sensors. Update interval 18-36 seconds.
Is the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display worth it vs cheaper home weather stations?
AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display against its closest cheaper and pricier home weather stations on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 8 ranked →
| Product | Price | Sensor count | Temp accuracy f | Wind speed max mph | Rainfall gauge type | Connectivity Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display this | $153.99 | 5 | 1 | 99 | tipping-bucket self-emptying | No |
| Ambient Weather WS-2902 Smart WiFi Weather Station | $199.99 | 7 | 1 | — | tipping-bucket | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display?
Only one whitelisted tester (Reviewed/USA Today) covers this exact model, and its verdict aggregates user reviews and product specifications rather than hands-on lab testing, so no measured data exists. Reviewers praise the easy setup, color display with a scrolling weather ticker, and value in mild climates, but flag a 12-minute gap between readings and poor cold/snow performance. Praised: Easy setup with an enjoyable at-a-glance indoor color monitor; Color display with scrolling weather ticker and adjustable brightness levels; Good value for casual users in milder climates. Flagged: Slow 12-minute interval between sensor readings; Struggles in cold and snow; Monitor battery lasts only a couple of months; best kept plugged in. (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display cost?
The AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display has a US price of $153.99, as of 2026-06-26.
How does the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display compare on price?
At $154, the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display is the cheapest of the 8 home weather stations we track, where the median is $275.
What are the AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display's key specs?
AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Color Display (AcuRite): sensorCount 5, tempAccuracyF 1, windSpeedMaxMph 99, rainfallGaugeType tipping-bucket self-emptying, connectivityWifi No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-26.
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