January 2025
Air Purifiers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of air purifiers rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.
Summary
On 10 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 81 air purifier endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
59 air purifiers were endorsed in total, only 14 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 10 Jan 2025, 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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Blueair: 11 air purifiers
(#1 is BlueAir Blue Pure 511)
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Levoit: 7 air purifiers
(#1 is Levoit Vital 200S)
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Coway: 5 air purifiers
(#1 is Coway AP-1512HH)
- Rabbit Air: 3 air purifiers
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Honeywell: 3 air purifiers
(#1 is Honeywell PowerPlus)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Air Purifier |
WIRED
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CNET
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The Spruce Pets
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Popular Mechanics
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This Old House
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Wirecutter
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Forbes
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NBC News
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Business Insider
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Tom's Guide
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1
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- | $173 |
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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5
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1
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4
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3
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2
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- | $233 |
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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3
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7
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5
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3
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- | $95 |
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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4
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7
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4
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- | $229 |
BlueAir 311i Max
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1
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4
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5
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- | $190 |
Levoit Vital 200S
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4
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4
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5
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6
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- | $230 |
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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2
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Blueair Pure 411i Max
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2
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3
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8
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- | $85 |
Clorox Medium Room
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5
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2
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9
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- | $50 |
Levoit Core Mini
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5
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3
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+1 | $415 |
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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3
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15
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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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5
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4
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16
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-2 | $480 |
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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17
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New * | $300 |
Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max
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11
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6
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18
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-1 | $750 |
Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier
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15
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10
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We ranked Coway AP-1512HH #1 in January 2025 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Coway AP-1512HH as #1.
Popular Mechanics
Best Overall
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LED display panel
Three speed modes
Automatic shut-off after 30 minutes without air pollutants
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Requires regular maintenance
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Forbes
Best Air Purifier For Smoke
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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
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Price can vary by color (on Amazon)
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Business Insider
Best overall
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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
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Noisy on the highest setting
Bulky shape
No remote
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Tom's Guide
Most energy-efficient air purifier
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Small footprint
Eco mode available
Energy efficient
Three year warranty
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Loud
Heavy to move around
Expensive replacement filters
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We ranked Winix 5500-2 #2 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Winix 5500-2 as #1.
The Spruce Pets
Best Overall
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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
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Illuminated notifications can be distracting at night for some
The device is comparatively larger than other air purifiers
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Business Insider
Best for smoke
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Fast and easy setup
Whisper quiet on lowest setting
Performance exceeded other models at reducing particulate matter in our tests
Energy star certified
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Recommended to clean pre-filter every 2 weeks
No remote
Not suitable for large rooms
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Tom's Guide
Best for small rooms
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Unique technology
Air quality indicator
Remote control included
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Expensive filters
Large and plain 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 January 2025 ranking
WIRED
CNET
The Spruce Pets
Popular Mechanics
This Old House
Wirecutter
Forbes
NBC News
Business Insider
Tom's Guide
We ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 #3 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 as #1.
CNET
Best Air Purifier For Pets
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Quiet
Fast cleaning
Low energy requirements
Lightweight and portable
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Not good for large spaces
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NBC News
Editor’s pick
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Small and quiet
Fabric pre-filter
Affordable
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Nothing to note at this time
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We ranked BlueAir 311i Max #4 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir 311i Max as #1.
CNET
Best Overall Air Purifier, And Best For Smoke, Allergies And dust
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Automatically adjusts speed based on air quality
Energy efficient
Quieter than most models
App tracking and remote scheduling
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On the pricey side
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We ranked Levoit Vital 200S #5 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Pets
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Inlet for pet hair
Different fan speeds
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Too bulky for smaller rooms and apartments
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We ranked Coway Airmega 200M #6 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
We ranked Blueair Pure 411i Max #7 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
The Spruce Pets
Best for Small Spaces
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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
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Replacing the internal HEPA filter can be tricky
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Forbes
Best Air Purifier For Bedrooms
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Easy two-button operation
Has a filter-change indicator
Fabric pre-filter is washable and comes in 3 colors
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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 January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Smoke and Odors
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Air quality sensor
Can accommodate medium to large rooms
Digital display
Automatically adjusting fan
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Can be loud on higher settings
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Forbes
Best Value Air Purifier
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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
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Can get quite loud on highest settings
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We ranked Levoit Core Mini #9 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
CNET
Best Budget Choice And Quietest Air Purifier
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Super quiet
Low energy requirement
Affordable
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Not the most powerful
Only good for small spaces
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The Spruce Pets
A Great Budget Option for Small Spaces
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Compact in size and lightweight
Operates quietly
Three layers of filtration
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Not as effective at clearing large particles (pet hair)
Power cord could be a little longer
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We ranked Coway Airmega 400 #10 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Large Rooms
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High capability
Strong design
Smart features and sleep settings
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Basic control panel
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We ranked Levoit Core 300S #11 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
The Spruce Pets
Best for Odors
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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
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Not the most effective at capturing pet hair in our testing
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Business Insider
Best for small rooms
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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
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Average noisiness on high speed
not suitable for larger rooms
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We ranked Blueair Protect 7470i #12 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best quiet
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Among the best at reducing VOCs and particulate matter
Powerful enough for medium-size room
Quiet
Useful and data rich app with voice control
Affordable and widely available filters
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Heavy and lacks handles for portability
App doesn't connect easily and sometimes lags
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Tom's Guide
Best smart air purifier
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Great performance
Offers lots of features and data
Modern and sleek appearance
Quiet
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Can be difficult to move around
High energy consumption
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We ranked Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max #13 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Forbes
Best With long-Lasting Filter
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HEPA filter can last up to five years
Four layers of filtration, including a pet particle barrier
Screen can show real-time particle levels
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Pre-filters need to be vacuumed regularly
Fairly bulky design
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Business Insider
Longest lasting filter
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Highly responsive “Auto” mode
Long-lasting HEPA filter
Easy to clean pre-filters
Virtually silent on low setting
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Remote control sold separately
Large footprint, not super portable
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We ranked Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier #14 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Forbes
Best Splurge Air Purifier
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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
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Quite expensive
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