Too bad the VP2 crowd probably will not even acknowledge this newcomer.Seriously? Why would we? Just because our 31's have a humidity problem, yours won't even go lower than 10%. At least Davis products can, which is a rather big deal for some of us. The fact is that every parameter of the VP2 is far superior to anything this product (or anything from this maker) offers, other than bells and whistles. If you want to lay your "framework" on why the VP2 is so overrated because of mishandled sensors causing some humidity issues, you go right ahead. Just to be clear, I merely post this so your remarks don't confuse PWS newbies on what's what, not to defend Davis, it is what it is.
BTW, since in the PWS world "all in ones", like this, are desirable,I'd take a Vue in a heartbeat.
I'd take a Vue in a heartbeat.The VP2 is no doubt a better station but is in no way far superior. Far superior in build quality ( Although I have not seen one in person, I would give it the nod ) but not in accuracy. Better yes but not far superior. Far superior would mean If the VP2 is dead on accurate showing a temp of 90 degrees The Ambient 2902 would be showing 80 or 100. Like I said in an earlier post it is within a degree of all the Davis stations I have located in my area VP2 or Vue. For the average home PWS hobbyist the 2902 can't be beat and is in no way a crap weather station. I'm not saying you said it is but your remarks can confuse newbies to not waste their time with the 2902. The Acurite 5 in 1 I had was closer to crap. 10 degree spikes during the day. Rain gauge was fairly accurate but died after a few years. If you want to talk far superior then look at commercial stations that are several thousand dollars.