December 2024

Air Purifiers: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of air purifiers rankings posted by key online experts, as of December 2024.

Summary

On 11 Dec 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 81 air purifier endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

60 air purifiers were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 11 Dec 2024, Coway AP-1512HH takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed air purifier with 6 expert endorsements. 3 experts out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 air purifier' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking air purifiers start at $44.99 (Levoit Core Mini) and go up to $1399.99 (IQAir Atem X). Median air purifier costs $208.88 (Levoit Core 400S).
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At a glance - December Ranking

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Rank Change Price Air Purifier
Tom's Guide
Business Insider
The Spruce Pets
Popular Mechanics
This Old House
Wirecutter
Forbes
NBC News
CNET
WIRED
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- $205
Coway AP-1512HH
The Coway AP-1512HH air purifier is highly praised for its comprehensive filtration system, effectiveness at removing pollutants, adjustable fan speeds, built-in air quality sensor, smartphone app connectivity, and energy efficiency.
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- $183
Winix 5500-2
The Winix 5500-2 air purifier is highly praised for its effective four-stage filtration system, quiet operation, built-in air quality sensor, and energy efficiency, making it a recommended choice for improving air quality in medium to large-sized rooms.
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- $80
BlueAir Blue Pure 511
The BlueAir Blue Pure 511 air purifier is a highly effective and efficient option for improving air quality in medium-sized rooms, with HEPASilent dual filtration technology, quiet operation, and energy efficiency.
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- $160
BlueAir 311i Max
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- $160
Levoit Vital 200S
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- $206
Coway Airmega 200M
The Coway Airmega 200M is a highly effective air purifier with a 4-stage filtration system that removes pollutants and allergens, making it suitable for pet owners, kitchens, and individuals with allergies or respiratory conditions, while also offering energy-saving features.
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- $119
Blueair Pure 411i Max
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- $50
Clorox Medium Room
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- $45
Levoit Core Mini
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- $579
Blueair Protect 7470i
The Blueair Protect 7470i air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a comprehensive solution for individuals who prioritize clean and healthy indoor air.
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Coway Airmega 400
The Coway Airmega 400 is a highly effective air purifier with powerful filtration, large coverage area, quiet operation, air quality monitoring, and energy-saving features, making it a versatile and reliable choice for improving indoor air quality.
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+1 $150
Levoit Core 300S
The Levoit Core 300S air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a reliable and efficient option for improving indoor air quality.
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+1 $750
Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier
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Air Purifier
#9 $44.99 Levoit Core Mini
#8 $50.14 Clorox Medium Room
#3 $79.99 BlueAir Blue Pure 511
#7 $118.99 Blueair Pure 411i Max
#16 $149.99 Levoit Core 300S
#4 $159.99 BlueAir 311i Max
#5 $159.99 Levoit Vital 200S
#2 $183.18 Winix 5500-2
#1 $204.99 Coway AP-1512HH
#6 $205.56 Coway Airmega 200M
#15 $349.99 Coway Airmega 400
#14 $578.71 Blueair Protect 7470i
#17 $749.95 Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier

We ranked Coway AP-1512HH #1 in December 2024 because:

  • 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 3 experts ranked Coway AP-1512HH as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 9 Aug 2023)
The Coway AP-1512HH air purifier is highly praised for its comprehensive filtration system, effectiveness at removing pollutants, adjustable fan speeds, built-in air quality sensor, smartphone app connectivity, and energy efficiency.
Critic endorsements:
Tom's Guide

Most energy-efficient air purifier

Small footprint
Eco mode available
Energy efficient
Three year warranty

Loud
Heavy to move around
Expensive replacement filters

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Business Insider

Best overall

Performed the best at removing air pollutants and VOCs
HEPA filter lasts up to a year
Lowest energy consumption of all the models tested
Energy Star Certified

Noisy on the highest setting
Bulky shape
No remote

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Popular Mechanics

Best Overall

LED display panel
Three speed modes
Automatic shut-off after 30 minutes without air pollutants

Requires regular maintenance

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Wirecutter

Exceptional, efficient, affordable

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Forbes

Best Air Purifier For Smoke

Compact, inconspicuous design
Uses technology that can remove the tiniest of smoke particles
Activated carbon filter targets fumes and other VOCs
Its CADR for smoke meets air filtration standards

Price can vary by color (on Amazon)

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WIRED

Best Cost-to-Benefit Ratio

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We ranked Winix 5500-2 #2 in December 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Winix 5500-2 as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 9 Aug 2023)
The Winix 5500-2 air purifier is highly praised for its effective four-stage filtration system, quiet operation, built-in air quality sensor, and energy efficiency, making it a recommended choice for improving air quality in medium to large-sized rooms.
Critic endorsements:
Tom's Guide

Best for small rooms

Unique technology
Air quality indicator
Remote control included

Expensive filters
Large and plain design

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Business Insider

Best for smoke

Fast and easy setup
Whisper quiet on lowest setting
Performance exceeded other models at reducing particulate matter in our tests
Energy star certified

Recommended to clean pre-filter every 2 weeks
No remote
Not suitable for large rooms

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The Spruce Pets

Best Overall

Four layers of filtration—including a true HEPA filter and pre-filter—effectively capture pet hair and dander
Easy to setup and to swap out replacement filters
Three colors on sensors indicate changes in air contamination
Can be controlled with a remote
Built-in sensors automatically adjust for changes in light and air quality to conserve energy

Illuminated notifications can be distracting at night for some
The device is comparatively larger than other air purifiers

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Wirecutter

Strong performance, brutalist design

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend air purifiers.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of air purifiers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for December 2024 ranking

We ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 #3 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 18 Apr 2024)
The BlueAir Blue Pure 511 air purifier is a highly effective and efficient option for improving air quality in medium-sized rooms, with HEPASilent dual filtration technology, quiet operation, and energy efficiency.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Tiny standout for small rooms

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NBC News

Editor’s pick

Small and quiet
Fabric pre-filter
Affordable

Nothing to note at this time

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CNET

Best Air Purifier For Pets

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We ranked BlueAir 311i Max #4 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir 311i Max as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Efficient, effective, attractive

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CNET

Best Overall Air Purifier, And Best For Smoke, Allergies And dust

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We ranked Levoit Vital 200S #5 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best for Pets

Inlet for pet hair
Different fan speeds

Too bulky for smaller rooms and apartments

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This Old House

Best for Pet Owners

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Wirecutter

Solid performance, nice features

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We ranked Coway Airmega 200M #6 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 9 Aug 2023)
The Coway Airmega 200M is a highly effective air purifier with a 4-stage filtration system that removes pollutants and allergens, making it suitable for pet owners, kitchens, and individuals with allergies or respiratory conditions, while also offering energy-saving features.
Critic endorsements:
Wirecutter

Different look, same great performance

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WIRED

Best for Small Rooms

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We ranked Blueair Pure 411i Max #7 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
The Spruce Pets

Best for Small Spaces

Mobile app for monitoring and controlling four fan speeds, auto mode, night mode, and child lock setting
Wifi and voice command enabled
Washable pre-filter and internal HEPA filter
Five colors indicate changes in air quality from excellent to very polluted

Replacing the internal HEPA filter can be tricky

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Forbes

Best Air Purifier For Bedrooms

Easy two-button operation
Has a filter-change indicator
Fabric pre-filter is washable and comes in 3 colors

No on/off timer or built-in sensor
Lights dim but don’t fully turn off

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We ranked Clorox Medium Room #8 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best for Smoke and Odors

Air quality sensor
Can accommodate medium to large rooms
Digital display
Automatically adjusting fan

Can be loud on higher settings

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Forbes

Best Value Air Purifier

Quiet compared with similarly sized air purifiers
Includes features like child lock, auto mode and a change-filter light
Filter is easy to change and can be purchased in packs of two

Can get quite loud on highest settings

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We ranked Levoit Core Mini #9 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
The Spruce Pets

A Great Budget Option for Small Spaces

Compact in size and lightweight
Operates quietly
Three layers of filtration

Not as effective at clearing large particles (pet hair)
Power cord could be a little longer

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CNET

Best Budget Choice And Quietest Air Purifier

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We ranked Blueair Protect 7470i #10 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 10 Aug 2023)
The Blueair Protect 7470i air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a comprehensive solution for individuals who prioritize clean and healthy indoor air.
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Tom's Guide

Best smart air purifier

Great performance
Offers lots of features and data
Modern and sleek appearance
Quiet

Can be difficult to move around
High energy consumption

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Business Insider

Best quiet

Among the best at reducing VOCs and particulate matter from the air
affordable and widely available filters
quiet operation
easy to clean
powerful enough or medium-size rooms
useful and data-rich app
voice control

Heavy
lacks handles
app didn't connect easily and sometimes lags

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We ranked Coway Airmega 400 #11 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 9 Aug 2023)
The Coway Airmega 400 is a highly effective air purifier with powerful filtration, large coverage area, quiet operation, air quality monitoring, and energy-saving features, making it a versatile and reliable choice for improving indoor air quality.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best for Large Rooms

High capability
Strong design
Smart features and sleep settings

Basic control panel

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This Old House

Best For Large Rooms

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We ranked Levoit Core 300S #12 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 9 Aug 2023)
The Levoit Core 300S air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a reliable and efficient option for improving indoor air quality.
Critic endorsements:
Business Insider

Best for small rooms

Excellent at removing VOCs
good at removing particulate matter
low energy consumption
app control and air quality monitoring
operates quietly on low speed
affordable and widely available filters

Average noisiness on high speed
not suitable for larger rooms

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The Spruce Pets

Best for Odors

Removes irritants and odors from the air with three power levels
Built-in sensors monitor air quality and four color indicators keep you informed of pollutant levels from very good to bad
Wifi connected for app and voice commands
One of the quietest air purifiers we tested, even at its highest setting

Not the most effective at capturing pet hair in our testing

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We ranked Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier #13 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
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Forbes

Best Splurge Air Purifier

Equipped with 5 filters, including a 6-stage HEPA filter
Includes a filter you can customize depending on the particles you’re targeting
Sleek design that can be customized with artwork

Quite expensive

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WIRED

Best For Quiet Luxury

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