July 2021
Air Purifiers: Aggregated Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Air Purifier rankings posted by key online experts, as of July 2021.
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 July 2021 ranking
Tom's Guide
Business Insider
Popular Mechanics
idealhome.co.uk
audacy.com
NBC News
CNET
WIRED
The Spruce Pets
This Old House
At a glance - July 2021 Ranking
| Rank | Price | Air Purifier |
Tom's Guide
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Business Insider
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Popular Mechanics
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idealhome.co.uk
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audacy.com
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NBC News
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CNET
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WIRED
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The Spruce Pets
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This Old House
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1
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$120 |
Blue Pure 411
|
3
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
4
|
1
|
3
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
|
2
|
$220 |
Coway AP-1512HH
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
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2
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
3
|
$83 |
GermGuardian AC4825
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
6
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
|
4
|
Check price |
Honeywell Insight HPA5300B
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
1
|
-
|
|
5
|
$210 |
Honeywell HPA300
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
5
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
6
|
$90 |
Levoit LV-H132
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
2
|
-
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
|
7
|
$524 |
Coway Airmega 400
|
4
|
-
|
-
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-
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-
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-
|
-
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2
|
7
|
-
|
|
8
|
$320 |
Alen BreatheSmart
|
-
|
4
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
4
|
|
9
|
Check price |
Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
6
|
-
|
-
|
|
10
|
$799 |
Molekule Air
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
11
|
$899 |
IQAir HealthPro Plus
|
9
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3
|
|
12
|
Check price |
Austin B400A1
|
5
|
-
|
-
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-
|
-
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7
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
13
|
Check price |
Honeywell HPA250B
|
-
|
-
|
10
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
7
|
-
|
-
|
|
14
|
$100 |
Pure Enrichment PureZone
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
8
|
-
|
-
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-
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8
|
-
|
We ranked Blue Pure 411 #1 in July 2021 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Blue Pure 411 as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best air purifier for small spaces
|
Pros
Energy efficient
Affordable
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Cons
Small design with limited reach
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We ranked Coway AP-1512HH #2 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Coway AP-1512HH as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best air purifier overall
|
Pros
Consistently exceptional performance in real-world tests
Quiet
Low-profile design
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Cons
Questionable customer support
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We ranked GermGuardian AC4825 #3 in July 2021 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
This Old House
Best Value
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Pros
This affordable unit requires minimal maintenance, clears air, and reduces odors. It’s a great pick for pet owners, as it’s designed to remove pet dander, odors, and hair.
Reduces pollutants in rooms up to 390 square feet
Charcoal filter removes odors
Optional UV-C light with Titanium Dioxide to reduce airborne bacteria, viruses, and germs
|
Cons
Deodorizing filters need to be replaced weekly
Can be a bit loud on its highest setting
|
We ranked Honeywell Insight HPA5300B #4 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Honeywell Insight HPA5300B as #1.
We ranked Honeywell HPA300 #5 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Honeywell HPA300 as #1.
Tom's Guide
A good value pick among air purifiers
|
Pros
Portable and easy to use
Quiet on low speeds; relatively quiet on high setting
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Cons
More expensive than some similar units
Significant maintenance requirements
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We ranked Levoit LV-H132 #6 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best air purifier for very tight budgets
|
Pros
Decent performance for the price
Small and portable
|
Cons
Loud
Minimal features
|
We ranked Coway Airmega 400 #7 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best air purifiers for large spaces
|
Pros
High-performing dual filters
Aesthetically pleasing
|
Cons
Expensive
|
We ranked Alen BreatheSmart #8 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best ionizing air purifier
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Pros
Low-ozone ionizer, great job of quickly removing particulate matter, quiet operation, easy setup and maintenance, affordable and widely-available filters
|
Cons
Poor VOC removal, hard to transport, heavy energy use
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This Old House
|
Pros
SmartSensor technology automatically adjusts airflow to remove impurities and reduce odors
Covers large rooms, cleaning 1,100 sq. feet every 30 minutes
WhisperMax technology produces a pink noise to promote better sleep
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Cons
Requires replacement filters
New units may give off a plastic smell
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We ranked Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool #9 in July 2021 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
We ranked Molekule Air #10 in July 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
We ranked IQAir HealthPro Plus #11 in July 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best air purifier for allergy sufferers
|
Pros
Individually tested units
Top-notch warranty
Medical-grade filters
|
Cons
Expensive to buy and maintain
Loud on higher speeds
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This Old House
Premium Pick
|
Pros
Hospital- and FDA-approved
Quiet relative to other products reviewed
Device can be easily moved from room to room
Timer that conserves energy and prolongs filter life
|
Cons
New units may give off a chemical smell at first
Machine and filters are expensive
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We ranked Austin B400A1 #12 in July 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The longest-lasting filters
|
Pros
Long filter life span
Effective for odor and chemical sensitivities
|
Cons
Expensive
Loud
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We ranked Honeywell HPA250B #13 in July 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
We ranked Pure Enrichment PureZone #14 in July 2021 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Air Purifiers” rankings.
