Best Air Purifiers to buy in India 2019

The quality of air is depleting at an alarming rate, due to which the indoor air is also contaminated. Inhaling polluted air is causing breathing problems, skin diseases, etc. An average adult inhales and exhales about 7-8 liters of air per minute when resting. This amounts to a total of around 11,000 liters of air per day. An air purifier removes the ultrafine particles, harmful gases, dust, pollen, allergens and bacteria from the air present inside your house by using advanced filtration technologies like pre-filter, activated carbon and HEPA filter.

Philips Series 3000 Air Purifer

Philips 3000 Series air purifier with AeraSense and vital shield IPS technology purifies indoor air. It has NanoProtect S3 activated carbon that offers lifetime protection against airborne particles. It has ultra-silent sleep mode with a 24-hour digital timer. It also protects against the H1N1 virus. The specially designed Allergen Mode is very effective in removing common airborne allergens. VitaShield Intelligent Purification System (IPS) naturally removes 99.97% allergens & ultra-fine particles as small as 0.02 microns. It also provides you the assured protection from harmful gases like formaldehyde, toluene, and TVOC.

Philips Series 3000 Air Purifer

SPECS

BrandPhilips
ModelAC3256/20
Filter typeHEPA with activated carbon
ColorWhite
MaterialPlastic
Coverage area1027 sq ft
ControlsSensor Touch
Airflow level367 CMH
Noise Level63.8 dB
Weight9.83 kg
Warranty2 years
Speed Settings5
Clean Air Delivery Rate367 m3/hr
PortableYes
Adjustable FanYes
SizeStandard
Wattage60 W

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Sensor-touch UI with a big numerical display

The good: 2

NanoProtect HEPA filter

The good: 3

Dedicated special allergen mode and ultra silent sleep mode

The good: 4

Turbo mode for faster purification

The good: 5

Removes 99.99% pollen and house dust mites

The good: 6

Special AL auto mode effectively removes allergens

The good: 7

Ideal for living room/master bedroom

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Need regular cleanup of outer filter

The bad: 2

Not suitable for mold allergens

The bad: 3

Construction wise the filter area is very small while the body is huge

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3000 Series

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Rs. 23,999

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Rs. 23,998

2000 Series

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Rs. 16,851

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Rs. 16,948

1000 Series

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Rs. 9,999

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Rs. 9,999

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2S

Mi 2S air purifier has PET primary filter with ultra-dense EPA and activated carbon. It has an OLED display that displays real-time AQI, temperature and humidity levels. It has 3 layer filtration which removes harmful PM2.5. It can be controlled easily through Mi Home App and Alexa. The Mi Air Purifier 2S display automatically adjusts its brightness according to ambient light. It is meticulously designed to reduce noise while it cleans your air. In sleep mode, the sound produced is almost imperceptible.

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2S

SPECS

BrandMi
ModelAC-MA-AA
Filter typeHEPA
ColorWhite
MaterialPlastic
Coverage area400 sq ft
Air flow level310 CMH
Display OLED
Weight4.5 kg
Warranty1 year
ModesAuto, Sleep and Favourite
Speed Settings3
Automatic Shut OffYes
PortableYes
TimerYes
Child LockYes

THE GOOD

The good: 1

360 degree air intake with 3-layer filtration

The good: 2

Allergen and Odour free

The good: 3

Smart control with the Mi Home App

The good: 4

Silent and energy efficient

The good: 5

Display automatically adjusts its brightness according to ambient light

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Manual mode can quickly use up the filter

The bad: 2

No option to automate using PM2.5 levels

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2S

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Rs. 8,949

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Rs. 8,949

2C

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Rs. 6,499

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Rs. 6,499

KENT Aura Room Air Purifier

Kent Aura room air purifier comes with advanced HEPA which has an anti-bacterial coating that kills all the bacteria in the air. Inbuilt ionizer enhances the quality of air by releasing negative ion in the air. The negative ions force the pollutants to stick to walls or other surfaces in the room to make it free of pollutants. It is having a glowing LED that monitors the quality of air constantly. The air purifier also comes with a specially treated activated carbon filter that absorbs odor and foul smell from the indoor air. The one-touch child lock feature is added for kids' safety.

KENT Aura Room Air Purifier

SPECS

BrandKent
ModelAura
Filter typePre-Filter, HEPA, Activated Carbon
ColorPink and White
Coverage area270 sq ft
Air flow level180 CMH
Noise Level60dB
Weight5 kg
Warranty1 year
Power45W
CADR180 m3/hr
Suitable forMedium size room

THE GOOD

The good: 1

One touch Child lock feature for safety purposes

The good: 2

Good air quality sensor

The good: 3

Inbuilt ionizer which releases negative ion to freshen up the air

The good: 4

Automatic mode works really well

The good: 5

8-hour timer function for convenience of users

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Its ionizer produces ozone

The bad: 2

The humming noise level sometimes is intolerable

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Aura

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Rs. 6,499

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Rs. 6,998

Alps

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Rs. 9,289

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Rs. 9,999

Ozone

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Rs. 1,780

Honeywell Air Touch Room Air Purifier (Champagne Gold)

Honeywell air purifier has a washable pre-filter that removes larger dust particles, pet hair/dander, and other small particles. HEPA with activated carbon filter helps in the removal of microscopic pollutants and allergens above 0.3 microns. It is a completely ozone-free air purifier and does not release any harmful gases. It has a three-stage advanced filtration system with patented Honeywell HiSiv technology that removes pollutants with more than 99% efficiency. The sleek LED display is easy to operate and has a 3 color indicator for ambient air quality.

Honeywell Air Touch Room Air Purifier (Champagne Gold)

SPECS

BrandHoneywell
ModelHAC35M1101G
Filter typeHEPA, Pre-Filter
ColorChampagne Gold
MaterialABS Plastic
Coverage area415 sq ft
ControlsTouch
CADR300 CMH
Automatic Shut OffYes
Noise level46 dB
Weight8 kg
Warranty1 year
Ozone Output0 mg/hr
HumidifierNo
PortableYes
Child LockYes

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Life expectancy of up to 3000 hours

The good: 2

Ozone free air purifier

The good: 3

Removes formaldehyde, toxic gases, VOCs and odour

The good: 4

Unique design protects the air purifier from accidental fall

The good: 5

Sleek, easy to install and uncomplicated ease of operating

THE BAD

The bad: 1

The cable is of shorter length

The bad: 2

The plug point pins are very thin

The bad: 3

No humidifier

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Air Touch

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Rs. 19,999

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Rs. 18,780

i5

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Rs. 11,999

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Rs. 12,990

A5

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Rs. 7,999

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Rs. 7,999

Blueair iClassic 280i Room Air Purifier

Blueair Classic 280i uses intelligent auto mode advanced technology which modifies fan speed based on pollution levels. It cleans air 5 times in an hour that means air purifies every 12 minutes. It is wifi enabled and controlled through the Blueair Friend App. It captures 99.9% of airborne particles down to 0.1 microns in size. The smoke stop filter with the largest filter area serves for best filtration efficiency by removing all dust particles and heavy gaseous pollutants. With just 32 dB of sound level, Classic 280i offers silent operation at minimal fan speed.

Blueair iClassic 280i Room Air Purifier

SPECS

BrandBlueair
ModeliClassic 280i
Filter typeHEPA
ColorWhite
Coverage area279 sq ft
ControlsWi-fi enabled, Blueair friend app
CADR340 CMH
IndicatorsFilter replacement
Weight11 Kg
Warranty5 years
HumidifierYes
PortableYes
Silent ModeYes
Power 20 W
Adjustable FanNo
SuitableRooms, Offices

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Wifi connectivity with integrated sensors for better air quality control

The good: 2

HEPASilent filtration technology removes 99.97% of airborne pollutants

The good: 3

Long lasting filter life

The good: 4

Low noise levels

The good: 5

SmokeStop filter for best filtration efficiency and consistent clean air

The good: 6

Use voice commands to control and monitor air quality

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Heavy as compared to other purifiers

The bad: 2

No adjustible fan

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iClassic 280i

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Rs. 30,490

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Rs. 28.,949

JOY S

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Rs. 8,800

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Rs. 9,499

Blue 211

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Rs. 19,499

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Rs. 22,990

Dyson Pure Cool Link Tower Air Purifier, TP03

The Dyson Pure Cool Link air purifier automatically removes 99.95% of allergens and pollutants as small as 0.1 microns. Air Multiplier technology and oscillation feature to powerfully project and circulate purified air throughout the room. The 360° glass HEPA filter with Tris-coated activated carbon removes indoor air pollutants and potentially harmful toxins. Easy filter change with notification on app when the filter needs replacement. It has additional features like easy scheduling, 10 air-speed settings, auto mode, night-time mode, sleep timer, and an easy-to-clean aperture with no fast-spinning blades so its safe for fingers. It is certified by Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

Dyson Pure Cool Link Tower Air Purifier, TP03

SPECS

BrandDyson
ModelPure Cool Link Tower
Filter typeHEPA, Activated Carbon
ColorWhite, Silver
MaterialABS Plastic
Coverage area250 sq ft
Control TypeRemote
Air Flow Level925 CMH
PortableYes
TimerYes
Power 60 W
Adjustable FanYes
Weight6.65 kg
Warranty2 years
Display TypeLCD
SizeLarge

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Automatically removes 99.95% of allergens & pollutants including dust, pollen, mold spores, bacteria, pet dander, VOCs

The good: 2

Air Multiplier technology and oscillation feature

The good: 3

360° glass HEPA filter & Tris-coated activated carbon filter

The good: 4

Features include easy scheduling, 10 air-speed settings

The good: 5

Certified by Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Its average in performance for an air circulator

The bad: 2

I guess the extra pricing is only for the brand name, Dyson

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Pure Cool

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Rs. 29,900

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Rs. 25,900

Hot+Cool

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Rs. 54,900

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Rs. 54,900

Replacement Filter

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Rs. 2,690

Blue Star BS-AP490LAN Air Purifier

The Blue Star 490 LAN Air Purifier is the perfect for all three types of air pollutants, physical, chemical and microbiological with the help of a 7 stage filtration mechanism. The Microbe Sterilize Technology absorbs and deactivates harmful micro-organisms like bacteria, pollen, molds and dust mites. The high density aluminum pre-filter removes large size fine dust particles, the cold catalyst filter and formaldehyde removal filter together absorb and remove offensive odors, benzene, TVOCs, formaldehyde smoke and VOCs. It contains a digital PM2.5 numeric indicator to monitor real time air purification and real time indoor odour.

Blue Star BS-AP490LAN Air Purifier

SPECS

BrandBlue Star
ModelBS-AP490LAN
Filter typeHEPA
ColorWhite
MaterialABS Plastic
Coverage area800 sq ft
Control TypeTouch
Speed Settings3
Air Flow Level915 CMH
PortableYes
Silent ModeYes
TimerYes
Adjustable FanYes
Weight8 Kg

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Traps fine dust particulate matters up to PM 10 & PM 2.5

The good: 2

Deactivates air borne microbes like bacteria, fungi, staphylococcus

The good: 3

Microbe Sterilize Technology absorbs and deactivates harmful micro-organisms

The good: 4

Touch User Interface with wireless remote control

The good: 5

Silent mode, child lock and filter change indicator

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Air intake doesn't seem to be powerful

The bad: 2

Air output vents position seems to be not good

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BS-AP490LAN

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Rs. 11,790

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Rs. 10,999

BS-AP300DAI

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Rs. 7,990

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Rs. 6,999

Coway Sleek Pro AP-1009 Air Purifier

Coway is a renowned brand in the world for Air Purifiers and exclusively made in Korea. It uses 3 stage filtration that includes pre-filter cleaning larger dust and heavy particles, a patented urethane carbon filter for removing bad odor and multi-layer HEPA filter for trapping PM2.5 particles allowing only clean air to pass through. Sleek Pro has an innovative slimmer air purifier design with more efficient and maximum airflow. The auto mode automatically optimizes air quality using specialized dust sensors.

Coway Sleek Pro AP-1009 Air Purifier

SPECS

BrandCoway
ModelAP-1009 Sleek Pro
Filter typeHEPA
ColorWhite
MaterialABS Plastic
Coverage area355 sq ft
ControlsOne Touch Button
CADR303 CMH
Automatic Shut OffNo
Noise level49 dB
Weight7.5 kg
Warranty3 years
Power 38 W
HumidifierNo
3D Circulation Air FlowYes
Child LockNo

THE GOOD

The good: 1

Multi layer HEPA filter effectively traps PM2.5 particles

The good: 2

Most suitable for large bedroom, kitchen, drawing room

The good: 3

Coway is the best designed, it is beautiful and the lights are very pretty

The good: 4

Buttons work great and have good tactile response

THE BAD

The bad: 1

Auto shutdown is not there

The bad: 2

No humidifier

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Sleek Pro

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Rs. 16,490

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Rs. 17,490

Air Mega 200

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Rs. 21,900

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Rs. 23,900

Storm

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Rs. 39,900

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Rs. 44,900