SWITCHBOT Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo), the "No. 1 Brand in IoT Devices" (※According to a November 2022 survey by Kaden Biz) in the IoT and smart home business, is pleased to announce that its "CO2 Sensor (Thermometer/Hygrometer)" has received the highest evaluation, "Best Buy," in the air quality monitor comparative verification featured in the April 2026 issue of "Kaden Hihyou," a specialized home appliance magazine published by Shinyusha.

Currently, SwitchBot is holding a limited-time sale to support new beginnings, offering this product at a 15% discount, priced at ¥6,780 (tax included), down from the regular price of ¥7,980 (tax included).

Key Evaluation Points by "Kaden Hihyou"

The magazine conducted a comparative verification of five air quality monitors aimed at improving indoor environments, assessing their accuracy in measuring CO2 concentration, temperature, and humidity, as well as app usability and installation flexibility. The "SwitchBot CO2 Sensor" was selected as the Best Buy in its category, achieving a total score of 57.8 points out of 70, particularly praised for its user-friendly interface and excellent interoperability with other devices.

・ Excellent Visibility and Intuitive App Operation: In addition to the easy-to-read information on the large LCD display, the app's ability to display six items, including CO2, temperature, and humidity, at a glance was highly rated. The graphing function for historical data allows for easy tracking of environmental changes over time.

・ Automated Environmental Improvement through Smart Home Integration: Its ability to integrate with SwitchBot hub products (sold separately) to enable practical automation, such as automatically activating circulators or air purifiers when CO2 levels rise, was recognized as added value beyond that of a mere sensor.

・ Flexible Installation: Its practical flexibility in installation, including USB-C power or operation with two AA batteries, and wall-mounting capability without the need for wiring, was evaluated positively for its adaptability to various living environments.

Product Overview

CO2 Sensor (Thermometer/Hygrometer)

Official Store Price (Tax Included): ¥7,980 (Tax Included)

Measurement Range:

・CO2 (400-9999ppm)

・Temperature (-20〜8

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