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Compare the details	La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US package	Ambient Weather WS-2000 US package
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US purchase package	V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station, SKU V42; no add-on sensors or subscription plan Product & sources Includes the V42 display, LTV-WSDR1 Cyclone Pro and LTV-TH5i sensors, 5.0 V power cord and CR2032 cell; sensor AA batteries are not included. No stock, delivery or checkout was verified. Only the selected standard package is represented; optional accessories and premium plans are not included unless explicitly stated. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.	WS-2000 standard package with Type A adapter; leave all optional accessories unselected Product & sources Optional SD media, mast, sensors and backup batteries are not included. No independent accuracy or radio-range test has been performed. Only the selected standard package is represented; optional accessories and premium plans are not included unless explicitly stated. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
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External rating	Not checked yet	4.8 out of 5 from 728 ratings · Ambient Weather US store · Checked October 23, 2026.
Included measurement hardware The sensor hardware supplied with this exact station package. Derived quantities such as dew point are not additional physical sensors. A supported optional sensor is not included.	LTV-WSDR1 Cyclone Pro wind/rain sensor and LTV-TH5i outdoor temperature/humidity sensor with the V42 color display. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Integrated outdoor array plus WH32B indoor temperature/humidity/pressure transmitter. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Wind measurement method The documented method used by the included wind sensor. Ultrasonic and mechanical designs have different maintenance and siting considerations. Method alone does not establish accuracy.	Mechanical wind cups and wind vane. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Mechanical wind cups and direction vane. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 compatible annual maintenance kitChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Rain measurement method The documented rain-sensing arrangement in the selected package. Do not equate an impact-based estimate with collected rainfall, or infer measured accuracy from either method.	Rain funnel over a rocking rain tipper in the Cyclone sensor. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Tipping rain mechanism integrated with the outdoor array. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000/WS-2902 outdoor-array maintenanceChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Dedicated display included Whether the package includes a screen for reading station data. A gateway is not a display. A required phone, tablet or computer is not supplied unless explicitly listed.	Yes Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Yes Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Display and viewing workflow The supplied console or documented app/browser viewing route. Remote access, a local screen and developer interfaces can have different connection and account requirements.	Color display with indoor/outdoor, wind and rain readings, records and history; daily and hourly forecasts need Wi-Fi. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Full-colour TFT console with local readings and history. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Indoor measurements The documented indoor measurement hardware or explicit limits of the starting package. An outdoor sensor plus an indoor hub does not automatically provide indoor temperature or humidity.	Indoor temperature and humidity at the display. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Included indoor temperature, humidity and pressure transmitter.The selected WS-2000 listing identifies WH32B. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Separate rain collector included Whether the supplied rain-measurement device can be positioned separately from the wind sensor. Compatibility with a separately purchased collector does not satisfy this field. Verify mounting and radio conditions for both devices.	NoRain is measured in the combined wind/rain Cyclone sensor; only temperature and humidity use a separate sensor. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	No Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Station-to-receiver radio The reviewed regional sensor-to-console or sensor-to-gateway radio specification. This is separate from home Wi-Fi. Match the exact US frequency or regional model; do not silently use the store default.	915 MHz sensor-to-display link; up to 400 ft (121 m) in open air.Walls and floors reduce range; it is not a placement guarantee. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	915 MHz US sensor-to-console radio. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Outdoor sensor power The documented solar, battery and optional external-power arrangement. Solar charging is not a year-round runtime guarantee. Replacement and heater support may depend on the hardware revision.	Cyclone sensor: 3 AA batteries; LTV-TH5i: 2 AA batteries; both not included per the manual.The manual says south-facing solar orientation helps battery life; no runtime is asserted. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.	Solar panel and supercapacitor with optional battery backup.Backup batteries are not included. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Console or gateway power How the indoor receiver is powered and which supply is documented as included. A supplied USB cable does not establish an included wall adapter or native Power over Ethernet.	5.0 V 600 mA power cord included and required; included CR2032 cell backs up time and date. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Included Type A AC adapter for the console. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Home-network connection The documented gateway or console connection to the home network. Wi-Fi bands and Ethernet are separate from the outdoor sensor radio. Internet features still depend on working network access.	2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, set up through the La Crosse View app. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Console Wi-Fi for internet upload; sensor radio is separate. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Ethernet connection documented Whether a wired Ethernet connection is documented for the supplied console or gateway. Unknown is not a verified absence. An Ethernet data port alone does not establish native Power over Ethernet.	Not verified We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice. The reviewed manual documents Wi-Fi only; a wired port is not established either way. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Not verified We have not verified this value. It is not a confirmed no or zero. Check the original source or ask the manufacturer if it affects your choice. A wired console Ethernet connection is not established by the reviewed sources. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Local access without cloud Documented local display, storage or network access, with setup and software conditions. A developer packet interface is not a supplied offline app. Missing evidence stays unknown rather than becoming a compatibility promise.	Works as a standalone station without Wi-Fi, showing sensor readings, records and history on the display.No local network data interface is documented. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Console displays sensor readings and stores local history.Internet upload and remote services are separate from local sensor reception. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
History and export Documented history access and export paths for this package. Internal history, cloud retention and downloadable records are different. Additional-channel logging may require a memory card throughout recording.	On-display history and records; La Crosse View app history graphs when connected.No file export was verified. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Console history export to optional SD media; extra-channel limits apply.A memory card is not included. Additional-channel data need the card present while recording; do not assume those records can be recovered later. Sources · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.Ambient Weather: WS-2000 additional-channel SD logging limitsChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Included access and optional plans The reviewed distinction between standard access, trials and optional paid services. Check the particular feature and current terms. A consumer offer does not establish commercial API rights or permanent premium features.	Free La Crosse View app for remote monitoring, alerts and history.The site also lists La Crosse View subscription plans; their terms were not reviewed and are not assumed included. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.	Free standard AWN account; optional AWN+ subscription.The advertised one-month AWN+ trial is for new AWN+ users, not permanent premium access. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Mounting equipment and limits The included mounting parts and important documented installation qualifications. A bracket does not necessarily include a mast. Follow the manufacturer instructions; body dimensions or nominal range do not establish a suitable location.	The manual describes mounting the supplied mast to a flat surface with four provided screws; pole setups take up to a 1-inch outside diameter.Pole, tripod or conduit installations require additional equipment. Sources · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station setup guide (model V42, BP73736)Checked 2026-10-21. Read the original source and its check date before relying on this value.La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.	Sensor mounting parts included; mast and optional accessories separate. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Optional sensor scope Documented expansion opportunities and unresolved compatibility conditions. Match the receiver, regional radio and firmware before purchasing an additional sensor. Optional hardware is not part of this starting package.	Display shows one temperature/humidity and one Cyclone sensor; other La Crosse View add-ons pass through to the app only.Check the La Crosse View sensor compatibility chart before buying add-ons. Source · 2026-10-21 La Crosse Technology: La Crosse Technology V42 Wi-Fi Professional Weather Station US store pageChecked 2026-10-21. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.	Optional matched temperature, moisture, air-quality and lightning sensors.Check exact receiver, radio and firmware compatibility. Optional sensors are not included; conflicting channel-count claims are not combined. Source · 2026-10-10 Ambient Weather: WS-2000 standard US packageChecked 2026-10-10. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Questions to check before buying	The store page once calls the station V42-PRO; the reviewed identity is SKU and model V42 (BP73736). La Crosse View subscription-plan terms were not reviewed; only the free app is described as included.	Optional SD media, mast, sensors and backup batteries are not included. No independent accuracy or radio-range test has been performed.

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