Does the air-Q Detect Cigarette Smoke?

Cigarette smoke is a complex and highly dynamic gas mixture that can be detected through elevated particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and also nitrogen dioxide and VOC readings at the same time. There is no dedicated "cigarette smoke" measurement, since smoke cannot be precisely quantified depending on its source and age.

Cigarette smoke, or smoke of any kind, can be reliably detected by measuring the particulate matter value. The particulate matter sensor used in the device is very sensitive. It reacts immediately even to cigarette smoke close to the odor threshold. In the air-Q app, a smart alarm for cigarette smoke can be activated via email and/or push notification, so you're informed about the situation in your house / apartment / vacation home even while away.

If you'd like more sensitive detection, a lower threshold of 60 µg/m³ can also be set for the particulate matter alarm value. This makes the alarm react faster, but it can also lead to more false alarms if other sources of particulate matter exist nearby (e.g. fireplaces or generally polluted outdoor air).

The air-Q basic already measures carbon monoxide and particulate matter and is very well suited for detecting / measuring cigarette smoke. If nitrogen dioxide levels should also be measured, the air-Q pro is the right device for your purposes.