The main difference is hardware and software compatibility for each type of sensor. In addition, the older Go Wireless sensors connect via a wireless Bluetooth connection, whereas Go Direct Sensors connect via USB or Bluetooth.

Go Direct Sensors

Go Direct sensors can connect to many platforms (Windows & macOS computers, Chromebooks, iOS & Android phones and tablets, etc.) The supporting software includes:

Go Direct sensors also work with LabQuest 2 (version 2.9 or newer) and LabQuest 3. Some Go Direct sensors can be used with the DataQuest App on TI-Nspire and TI-Nspire CAS handhelds. Go Direct sensors do not work with Logger Pro.

Go Wireless Sensors

Go Wireless sensors (and the Go Wireless Link) were originally designed for data collection on iPads and Android tablets. The supporting application is Graphical Analysis GW available from the App Store and Google Play.

Go Wireless Temp
Go Wireless pH
Go Wireless Link
Go Wireless Heart Rate
GW Exercise Heart Rate

Go Wireless sensors also work with LabQuest 2 (version 2.6 or newer) and LabQuest 3. They do not work with Logger Pro in most situations.

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