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Best Purple Air Quality Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ purple air quality apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Purple Air Quality Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Paku - Air Quality & AQI MapPaku - Air Quality & AQI MapFree4.7★ (11K)NoYesAug 2026
2My PurpleAirMy PurpleAirFree3.9★ (11)NoNoAug 2026
3Air Quality ReaderAir Quality ReaderFree3.9★ (146)NoNoAug 2026
4IQAir AirVisual | Air QualityIQAir AirVisual | Air QualityFree4.8★ (44K)NoNoAug 2026
5EPA AIRNowEPA AIRNowFree3.1★ (570)NoNoAug 2026
6Air Quality & Pollen - AirCareAir Quality & Pollen - AirCareFree4.8★ (3.2K)YesYesAug 2026
7AirNow - Real-time Air QualityAirNow - Real-time Air QualityFree4.5★ (1K)YesNoAug 2026
8Airpocalypse - Air QualityAirpocalypse - Air QualityFree—NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Purple Air Quality

Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map#1

Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map by Pitou Technologies, LLC

PurpleAir & Wildfire Smoke
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(11K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#91in Weather
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Monitor real-time air quality and receive instant alerts for AQI, temperature, and humidity. Track data from PurpleAir sensors and optionally AirNow stations. Customize widgets for home screen, lock screen, and Apple Watch for convenient access.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good app for tracking air quality
  • 🚀 Accurate and precise data
  • 🔍 Helpful for planning outdoor activities
  • 💡 Useful for monitoring smoke and wildfire conditions

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in AQI readings
  • 🔍 Limited sensor coverage in some areas
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
My PurpleAir#2

My PurpleAir by Paul Demers

Your PurpleAir’s air quality
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
3.9(11 ratings)
Free
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Monitor your personal air quality sensor's AQI directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Add widgets or complications for at-a-glance data. The app displays PM2.5 AQI, refreshing approximately every 15-20 minutes.

Air Quality Reader#3

Air Quality Reader by Bret Taylor

Real-time air quality readings
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
3.9😞(146 ratings)
Free
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View real-time air quality index (AQI) readings from a global network of sensors. Get instant health insights and monitor pollution levels directly on your home screen with customizable widgets.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and effective app
  • 🗺️ Map widget available
  • 💨 Real-time air quality data
  • 💙 Great public service app

Room to Improve

  • ❌ Data not updating
  • stale Data displayed
  • ⚠️ Dangerously misleading data

More Purple Air Quality apps to explore

4
IQAir AirVisual | Air Quality
IQAir AirVisual | Air Quality
IQAir AirVisual | Air Quality
Air quality, Wildfire & Pollen
Free

Access real-time and forecasted air quality data for over 500,000 locations worldwide. Understand pollutant levels, receive health recommendations, and track wildfire and pollen information to plan your day safely.

Real-time air quality data7-day air pollution forecastWorld pollution maps
☀️ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
5
EPA AIRNow
EPA AIRNow
EPA AIRNow
by United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)
Free

Access real-time and forecasted air quality data for your local area and any other location. Plan your day and protect your health by understanding current air conditions.

Current air quality informationForecasted air qualityLocal AQI display
☀️ Weather
(570)
free
6
Air Quality & Pollen - AirCare
Air Quality & Pollen - AirCare
Air Quality & Pollen - AirCare
Air pollution, pollen and UV
Free

Track real-time air quality, pollen levels, and UV index globally. Get detailed pollutant breakdowns, wildfire alerts, and AI-powered insights. Pro features include widgets, notifications, and extended data access.

Global AQI trackingPollen and UV forecastsWildfire hotspot detection
☀️ Weather
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
AirNow - Real-time Air Quality
AirNow - Real-time Air Quality
AirNow - Real-time Air Quality
Air Quality & AQI Forecast
Free

Monitor real-time global air quality and access detailed four-day forecasts. Receive personalized advice for outdoor activities and health based on pollution levels. Available on iPhone and Apple Watch.

Real-time air quality indicators (AQI, PM2.5, NO2, O3, SO2, pollen)Worldwide real-time data updatesDetailed 3-day air quality forecasts
☀️ Weather
(1K)
ad-supported
8
Airpocalypse - Air Quality
Airpocalypse - Air Quality
Airpocalypse - Air Quality
Air quality, for the end times
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
9
Air Quality & Wildfire Index
Air Quality & Wildfire Index
Air Quality & Wildfire Index
by Gwan Kei Abby Lui
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
Lung AQI - Air Quality Monitor
Lung AQI - Air Quality Monitor
Lung AQI - Air Quality Monitor
Live AQI & Pollution Tracker
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
11
AurAir QR WiFi
AurAir QR WiFi
AurAir QR WiFi
by AurAir B.V.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
Plume Labs: Air Quality App
Plume Labs: Air Quality App
Plume Labs: Air Quality App
Air Pollution & Fresh Air
Free

Access real-time, street-by-street air pollution maps and 72-hour forecasts globally. Get hyper-local data for key pollutants and personalized tips to help you breathe cleaner air and reduce exposure.

Real-time street-by-street pollution maps72-hour air quality forecastsLive, historical, and forecast data for NO2, PM2.5, PM10, O3
💪 Health & Fitness
(9.7K)
free
13
Air Lab – Air Quality Monitor
Air Lab – Air Quality Monitor
Air Lab – Air Quality Monitor
by Networked Artifacts
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
14
Neblino
Neblino
Neblino
Neblino - API Monitor
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
15
CASSIE Air
CASSIE Air
CASSIE Air
CASSIE Air
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Ecoappls
Ecoappls
Ecoappls
by Derrick Tan
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
HomeCleanse Guardian
HomeCleanse Guardian
HomeCleanse Guardian
by HomeCleanse Products LLC
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
18
OVAL AIR
OVAL AIR
OVAL AIR
Improve your Quality of Life
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
19
Gaia Solutions
Gaia Solutions
Gaia Solutions
Newest AC Servicing Experience
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
20
DeepBreath - Indoor Air Finder
DeepBreath - Indoor Air Finder
DeepBreath - Indoor Air Finder
by DEXIN YANG
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)

FAQ about Purple Air Quality

What are the best purple air quality apps for iPhone?
Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map tops our purple air quality apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top purple air quality apps we rank are free to download, including Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map and My PurpleAir.
Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ purple air quality apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Paku provides instant, real-time air quality monitoring and alerts. It allows you to track the Air Quality Index (AQI), temperature, and humidity using data from PurpleAir sensors, with an option to include AirNow stations for more comprehensive information.
Key features include real-time air quality monitoring, customizable widgets for various Apple devices, instant push notifications for AQI changes, Live Activities for dynamic display, and support for private sensors. It also integrates with Siri and the Shortcuts app.