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5.3.2011

I have had a Vantage Pro 2 Wireless weather station for four years and have found it a fascinating insight into my local weather.The system comes with a base station and a separate sensor suite containing a rain collector, anemometer (to measure wind speed and direction), temperature and humidity sensors. The temperature and humidity sensors are housed within a radiation shield to reduce the impact of sunlight on readings. There is an additional cost option for a fan aspirated shield which provides you with a truer reading of air temperature in sunny conditions.I found assembling the sensor suite to be straightforward. The more challenging task was finding a suitable location to install the unit.This main sensor suite should ideally be located about 1.5 metres above ground in grassy area away from buildings and the anemometer needs to be located higher up away from objects that might obstruct the wind flow - a long cable connecting the anemometer to the sensor suite is provided for this purpose. At the same time you also need to ensure that you can access the main sensor suite reasonably easily for occasional cleaning - my rain collector tends to be a bit vulnerable to clogging up with bird droppings and occasional leaves due to nearby trees. I'd therefore recommend carefully considering whether you have a viable location for the sensor suite and anemometer before you purchase the unit.Once set up the base station provides a vast collection of weather stats which are updated every 2.5 seconds so you can watch the weather change around you. You can set up alarms for any of the data types recorded by the weather station - for example I have one for a fast drop in pressure which can warn of gales, and for high, prolonged periods of rain which lead to local flash floods. The base station also keeps a historic record of highs and lows for almost all the weather variables which you can pull up on a bar chart for the previous 24 hours, days, months and years. This is particularly interesting as it allows you to see how the weather has changed over the year and how readings compare with previous records.The system is also very expandable. There are additional sensors that can be purchased covering UV, soil moisture and even leaf wetness (?!). There's also a bit of kit that you to connect the console to a PC or Mac where the data can be uploaded for a fuller analysis and there's even an option to stream weather data from the console directly to a web page.I personally haven't had any reliability problems with my system. The only downside from my perspective is the system's cost - it is very expensive indeed compared with amateur weather stations. However it is designed to be used in professional settings such as farming and aviation and this really shows through in the wide range of weather data captured and available to analyse. If you're interested in a lower cost option consider the Davis Vue. This has many of the features of the Vantage Pro but a smaller screen you can't mount the anemometer separately. However, it's almost half the price.
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12.5.2013

Like several other reviewers I have been recording weather for a few years using one of the cheaper alternatives to the Vantage Vue and the one thing I could never do was fully trust it to give me the readings 100% of the time. Patchy wireless connections, poorly designed and failing sensors and faulty firmware all contributed to an incomplete record over the last 6 years. The Vantage Vue may look a bit like something out of school science lab but it sets up in minutes with not too much guesswork and has worked faultlessly for 2 months so far. Though this is a short time in weather station terms I have already started to trust it. For example,the outside temperature doesn't rocket up when the sun is on the sensor system unlike my previous system; a very important point which typically you can't check on spec. sheets as far as I know. As others have said the controls do take a bit of getting used to but they are reasonably logical and I am now very much enjoying the ability to 'replay' weather events with the graphing facility. I also appreciate the fact that it stores all the minimum and maximum data day-by-day for the last 25 days, something many of the others don't do; yes I know you could get it from the downloaded data but that is not the way I wanted to live my life.I was unable to try a VV before I bought it and I did wonder if those buttons would be as nasty to use as they looked, reminding me of 1980s lab equipment. Well yes they are. The devil would surely give these to touch typists in hell as eternal torture but the Vantage Vue unit is very solid and doesn't slide so actually you largely forget about them. After all they are not for typing! I did also wonder if putting the rain gauge on top of a pole would cause it to give false readings in high winds due to vibration etc. But we had 32 knots this week and no false readings at all and that is with a broom handle as a temporary pole. Most importantly the wireless system is very stable so far. In fact I can take the display to the far side of my house (3 solid walls and 40m distance) and it just keeps going just fine.The price is the price, in the end trust is the thing. If you are going to the trouble of recording the weather then you have to trust the equipment and you can with the Vantage Vue. Otherwise why do it?
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25.4.2013

I've had one of these for eight years. The anemometer is the original and still going strong. Replacing this would be a pain as it's on the roof and I don't like heights.The sensors are fairly accurate bar the rain gauge which is easy to correct although you'll never get it totally correct due to the tipping bucket design.Overall the unit is expensive due to Davis pricing methods which they should really look at.Failures well I've replaced all the caps in all the three units I have. A design flaw. However it only costs a few pounds to get the cap and it's just a simple soldering job. Certainly not £180 job.The ISS board failed and this was due to moisture ingress which happens when you run equipment in rain and wind.This was expensive to replace however the same board is in the VP2 Anemometer / Sensor Transmitter so you buy that instead and swap the boards the iss costs a lot more. I'm not sure Davis has fixed the issue or not. Complaints seem rare.The temperature and humidity sensor failed two years ago after the yearly cleaning. So six years trouble free.I've have my connected to a pc running 24hrs a day and since it's idling most of the time hardly uses any power. Pointless having a SD card as you wouldn't be able to update your website live and would still have to swap the card over to get at the data. The downside of the USB connection was that it was a cheap design and the contacts would wear out very quickly and then the lock ups would start on the pc as the connection was lost. I since used a serial connection and a serial to usb adaptor with zero problems. The usb problem may have been fixed since. I haven't used the network version of Weatherlink.Weatherlink has to be purchased separately which includes the connection to the pc.The only other annoyance the untis don't warn you soon enough that batteries are going flat. So normally the first thing you notice is the loss of data as soon as the sun goes down if you've had a few cloudy days.I would recommend the unit to anybody though.
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20.7.2013

I have had several cheaper weather stations over the years that have either packed up or not been accurate enough this one is very accurate its early days yet so as to the reliability excuse the pun but I will have a rain check on that one and get back to you later hence the 4 star rating but I have a feeling it will be good going by the quality of the Sender and Console units, the console which although looking a bit dated is very functional and operates efficiently with a solid build it also has a great screen which can be improved on by increasing the resolution a tad which funny enough is not mentioned in many reviews (although increasing the resolution is not really needed)I will not go into the menus and working of the console as it would fill a book! you can find all that throughout the internet via in depth reviews needless to say some manufactures of other weather stations have refused to submit their units for comparison with this Davis unit I wonder why that is.In a nut shell the weather station for me was very easy to install it is accurate as checked with various local weather stations daily forecasts for my location the documentation has everything you need with information to get you interested in your local area weather forecasting.Biggest selling point for me is the 2.5 second packet transmission from the wind sensor plus quicker updates than most other weather units out there and of course if you want to invest more money you can buy the in my opinion overpriced Weatherlink Data logger where you can use you PC along with the Console and if you are that way inclined get your own on line local weather station on the go.I am personally very pleased so far with it and will return at some future date to update on the reliability of the unit in the meantime Michael Fish no Hurricanes today.!
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2.7.2013

Having owned a Oregon Scientific WMR200 for just over a year and had numerous problems with it before it finally packed up altogether, I decided it was time for a change having been loyal to Oregon for many years with their weather stations but the useless WMR200 changed all that! I therefore, after much research, decided to plump for the Davis Vantage vue, and I have to say I'm so glad I did. The whole system is in a different league, and feels and looks more fit for its purpose than any of the Oregon stations I have previously had. Setting up is straight forward, wireless reception is amazing, mine is some 200mtrs from console to the station and receiving the signal no problem through several walls,something I could never do with the Oregon!I have compared my readings to a local Met office weather station 2 miles away, and the Davis is spot on, on all counts, something my Oregons never were, although I learned to live with them by factoring in my own corrections, especially the temperature readings on the Oregons, which were always miles out the moment the temperature sensors went from being in the shade to going into direct sunlight,( sometimes 10c out!!) whereas the Vantage Vue temperature stays consistently accurate come shade or full sunlight, a testament to the excellent radiation shield covering the temperature sensor. I can't speak for the software as its not something I'm bothered with to be honest, but if what you want is a truly well built and extremely accurate weather station I really can't think that there's anything half as good on the market today!
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2.7.2013

Having owned a Oregon Scientific WMR200 for just over a year and had numerous problems with it before it finally packed up altogether, I decided it was time for a change having been loyal to Oregon for many years with their weather stations before I bought the useless WMR200. I therefore, after much research, decided to plump for the Davis Vantage vue, and I have to say I'm so glad I did. The whole system is in a different league, and feels and looks more fit for its purpose than any of the Oregon station I previously had. Setting up is straight forward, wireless reception is amazing, mine is some 200mtrs from console to the station and receiving the signal no problem through several walls!!Ihave compared my readings to a local Met office weather station 2 miles away and the Davis is spot on, on all counts, something my Oregons never were, especially the temperature readings on the Oregons, which were always miles out the moment the temperature sensors went from being in the shade to going into direct sunlight,( sometimes 10c out!!) whereas the Vantage Vue temperature stays consistently accurate come shade or full sunlight, a testament to the excellent radiation shield covering the temperature sensor. I can't speak for the software as its not something I'm bothered with to be honest, but if what you want is a truly well built and extremely accurate weather station I really can't think that there's anything half as good on the market today!
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18.1.2016

I have had my Vanatage Pro2 for nearly 5 years now and it has proved extremely reliable. It is connected to my PC which runs continuously so I am sending continuous data. The anemometer is still working fine as are all the other sensors and I feed into the Wunderground weather site which I think is great. I can also see other sites, compare their data, plot weather fronts etc as well as try to estimate when weather will arrive where I live. The only inaccuracy I have noticed is when, like today when it has been snowing, I get "rainfall" data registering when the snow thaws. I like the indoor panel which is clear and easy to use and is still going strong and I also like the fact that I can look back at any point over the past nearly 5 years and compare minute by minute data.Overall,I think it's been a great piece of kit and although it was expensive, it has proved far more reliable than my neighbours cheap kit which was rendered useless a few months after he purchased it and he got no refund either. Additionally, when we did regular comparisons of data his was frequently very inaccurate.I hope that I am not tempting fate by submitting this honest review but all-in-all I thought it was fair to let prospective buyers know of my success because I think it really is a good system. Just make sure that you set it up as far as possible in accordance with the instructions though (I couldn't meet all the criteria).
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2.10.2011

I bought this to replace an Oregon Scientific WMR200. This progressively died between 3-4 years of age (first the rain gauge failed, followed by the anemometer, and eventually the temperature function). Arguably 3 years is a reasonable lifespan for something out in the elements, but I didn't get the feeling of great building quality from the Oregon product. Also the rain gauge was separate from the rest of the sensors, so not the best design either.I opted for the Vantage Vue after installing the Vantage Pro 2 at work. The latter was not perfect either, as we had to replace the temperature module after 2 years, but I did get a feeling of better build quality.I liked the Vue because of the price and also because it was an integral unit, although still found it expensive (compare with the price in the USA, as we significantly over the odds in the UK). I had to opt for the datalogger as well, which substantially adds to the price.Setup was straightforward. Assembly was easy, as there weren't a great deal of parts to install. I fitted the Vue to the top of the pole supplied with the WMR200, which was reasonably stable. I've owned the Vue for over a month now, and the unit has operated flawlessly so far. The proof will now be in the longevity of the device.
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9.5.2015

I purchased this to replace my Oregon Scientific WMR200 which has done sterling service for over 5 years sending data to weather underground and other weather services but the wind sensor finally failed. I was impressed with the quality and ease of setting up this Davis Vantage Vue and it had no problem connecting with the sensors which I had place further from the base than my previous set up.Within an hour of receiving the station I had it set up and running perfectly, now all I had to do was connect it to my data logging device to upload the data to my weather services. BIG, BIG PROBLEM! No connection on the console to connect to my computer!!!I checked all the product descriptions whichhighlighted how good it is to send your data to the weather networks but nowhere did it state that to do this you have to buy their proprietary data logger attachment to be able to connect to your computer, which is not cheap at another £150 +.To say that I was disappointed is an understatement, having to purchase something that I don't really need just to connect to my uploading equipment is really annoying. This is an excellent product, spoiled by the lack of information in the description and much more expensive than the purchase price would have you believe.
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27.1.2012

Now known as "Mr Davis" we got this device as a birthday present for Sue, two full months ago in early December, having read countless reviews and uprating our budget when it became obvious that we would be disappointed with anything less. We can compare readings with White Waltham airfield some 2 miles away and get consistent readings when taking into account their greater exposure and slightly different altitude. Trial mounting was on a pole made up of nesting upvc waste pipes which was ok until windspeed got to 31mph which required hasty guying because the pole bent alarmingly.Davis Vantage Vue Weather StationFurther research led us to a Hills Industries 1600 clothesline pole (£23.77 fromAmazon Prime)- a lot cheaper than a Davis tripod - intending to work out how we fixed it to the unit when we got it. We knocked out the cross pieces in the pole which turned out to be stainless steel of the exact 44 mm diam that fitted the socket in Mr Davis and he now is perched happily on that with the other end in a heavy base for a garden umbrella so that we can move him around the garden while we sort out where we will sink his final base allowing for house, trees etc. We will then cut the pole or not depending on the height of the nearest hedge.
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6.11.2011

I purchased the Davis Vantage Vue after reading so many positive reviews on the net which put it high up the list of reliable weather station. I am so pleased I went for the Vantage Vue. It is very easy to set up, took about 1/2 an hour, I purchase a 10 ft pole and bolted it to a concrete fence post in the garden. The readings it gives are very accurate, I am comparing them to a pro station a few miles away. All I need to do now is get the datalogger as an add on to post my results on the net.I have had this station now for the past 6 months and it has given consistently accurate readings, unlike other stations I have used before,it has never lost contact with the base station anywhere in the house.All in all I cant find a single fought with the Vantage Vue. The sensor and base unit are well made and robust, its easy to set up and has so many features. So if you are looking for a reliable weather station that really fits the bill then this is the one to go for, oh and its true what they say, in this case, you do get what you pay for! I have used two other cheaper stations in the past both of which never worked as well as the Davis right from the start and failed after the first year, not good and ultimately a waste of money.
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21.2.2011

Previously I had a similar system made by Oregon Scientific, which died progressively. The Oregon kit worked well for a while, but was difficult to set up - all the instruments were separate and needed to be set up in different places. All the outdoor parts died off within 3-4 years, by which time the indoor controller had lost part of its function as well. With the Oregon, getting all the instruments to talk to the centre was tricky.Move on to the Davis Vantage Vue. Similar in price to what we paid for the Oregon, but by comparison a breeze (!) to install. Instructions clear, I just fitted the single instrument pod to a pole bolted to a post in the garden, and it worked.The display is clear and comprehensive,though with so many options it takes a bit of practice to find your way around all the data. There is a useful short booklet which we keep beside the console as a reminder (there are lots of other pieces of instructional paper - perhaps too many). I haven't tried any of the alarm functions.The proof will really be the longterm survival of the outdoor kit, several years down the line. But for now, I'm really pleased with this weather station.
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4.3.2012

My TFA weather station was starting to show it's age and I therefore started looking for a replacement.What I was looking for was facilities for uploading data to a website and possibly also the Met Office WOW site.The reputation of the Davis brand and it's wide usage in pro and semi-pro applications decided it for me.The station provides accurate data and the optional Weatherlink software and Data Logger offer excellent facilities.As I said, I was interested in setting up an account and site with the Met Office WOW system. Unfortunately the Weatherlink software does not provide this and speaking to support, it doesn't seem likely in the future.A quick Google and I found Cumulus (free but a small donation welcome)by Sandaysoft.com which does offer the facility and provides a much better graphical display of the data.Cumulus comes with a set of web pages to clearly display the Davis Vue data online so I have my weather website and my WOW site...happy.The sensor array bolted to my shed on a 6' pole has seen some rough weather so far and is working fine.The system is highly recommended as an almost industry standard item.
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28.6.2014

I've never bothered writing reviews in the past, but I do think that this product deserves a write up. Before purchasing this weather station 6 months ago, I did a lot of research and weighing up costs etc… Originally I wanted to spend a lot less but came to the conclusion that stretching my budget was a must. Firstly the unit is well made, okay it does look a bit retro, particulaly the buttons and the general shape of the unit. However it is obviously built for functionality rather than looks. It's a doddle to set up, no problems at all. Since setting the unit up in December the system has worked perfectly, no issues with signal from the external unit at all.All measurements are accurate and I have been very pleased with my purchase. So if you want a chic modern looking unit that is unreliable, don't buy this product. Well done DAVIS.
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25.10.2017

Ok. So I have been an amateur met nerd for at least a decade. I have tried various systems and settled on the Davis VV 5 years ago. This is my 5 year report: It is very, very good. I think I have changed the battery in the sensor unit twice. I have replaced the cups once (it got hit by debris in a storm) and I have replaced the vane once (same incident). It is accurate (always compares well with nearby airport equipment), reliable (never breaks down unless it gets hit by flying branches) and the data logger - although initially a bit fiddly to set up - works perfectly. It is rare to find a product which works exactly as it should, and this is one. Can not recommend highly enough.Spend a few extra quid and you’ll get years of good service. Well done Davis.
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