The winter is here, and so is the air pollution across India, especially in the northern part of the country, where the average air quality index (AQI) goes beyond the “severe” range, where breathing the same could cause long-term health complications. One way to solve this is by investing in a good air purifier. However, not every air purifier gets the job done, and there are a lot of parameters that one needs to consider while choosing one to get the most out of your money.
Here are some of the best air purifiers that The Indian Express has tried and tested over the last few months, and they will definitely offer best-in-class indoor air purification.
Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Gen1
Rs. 56,900
The Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Gen1 displays real-time PM2.5 levels and temperature on its sleek LED panel. (Image: Nandagopal Rajan/ The Indian Express)
With its iconic Dyson design, the Hot+ Cool Gen1 (review) purifier comes with a bladeless fan design. Besides purifying the air using a capable and easy-to-replace HEPA filter, it can also heat or cool the air around you, making it your best winter companion. However, considering its higher price range, it might not be a practical choice for those who live down south, where the winters are not as harsh as the northern part of the country. In terms of purifying capacity, it can fully clean the air in a large room within 30 minutes, and it takes less than half of that time when used in a smaller room.
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite
Rs 10,999
It can be controlled remotely via smartphone. (Image credit: Nandagopal Rajan/The Indian Express)
For anyone looking for an affordable and effective air purifier, the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite (review) is a great choice, and it can also be controlled from an Android or iOS smartphone. This air purifier can be used in both home and office spaces. An LED screen at the front offers real-time AQI details, indicates the filter’s health, and notifies the user when it wears out. It’s easy to set up and use. This is also a great air purifier for first-time buyers, and it can easily last for years.
Qubo Q600 smart air purifier
Rs 14,990
One of the quietest air purifiers. (Image credit: Nandagopal Rajan/The Indian Express)
Again, the Qubo Q600 (review) is an affordable air purifier that is easy to set up, and the company also helps users set it up by sharing detailed guides on WhatsApp. It can bring down the AQI level to just PM 2.5 levels in under 25 minutes. There is also a dedicated sleep mode, which makes the purifier go silent, and it also has bright LED indicators which let you read the air quality without looking at the smartphone.
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