We put together this post to help you choose the very best air purifier for your specific home or business needs. We know all too well what difference a quality air purifier can make in the lives of asthmatics, allergy sufferers, people with weakened immune systems, children, and even pets. We do not affiliate with any one brand, nor do we discriminate against air filters that haven’t receive a high amount of media attention.
The Top Five Best Selling Air Purifiers
Bestseller No.1
GermGuardian AC4825, 3-in-1 Air Cleaning System with True HEPA, UV-C and Odor Reduction, 22-Inch
True HEPA Filter captures 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as .3 microns such as household dust, pet dander, mold spores and plant pollens.
SaleSaved: $60.00
$89.99
Buy on Amazon
Bestseller No.2
O-Ion B-1000 Permanent Filter Ionic Air Purifier Pro Ionizer with UV-C Sanitizer, New
SAVE MONEY AND THE ENVIRONMENT - With just 7.5W of ultra-low energy consumption and no costly filters to replace, the purifier is a bargain for you and the environment. Size: 17"(H) x 6"(W) x 7"(D).
SaleSaved: $220.00
$79.95 Buy on Amazon
Bestseller No.3
Holmes HEPA Type Desktop Air Purifier, 3 Speeds plus Optional Ionizer, HAP242-NUC
HEPA type filter helps remove up to 99% of airborne particles as small as 2 microns from the air passing through it
SaleSaved: $26.00
$33.99 Buy on Amazon
Bestseller No.4
GermGuardian AC5000E 3-in-1 True HEPA Air Purifier System with UV Sanitizer and Odor Reduction, 28-Inch Tower
True HEPA Filter captures 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as .3 microns such as household dust, pet dander, mold spores and plant pollens.
SaleSaved: $71.00
$128.99 Buy on Amazon
Bestseller No.5
Honeywell 50250-S 99.97% Pure HEPA Round Air Purifier
Round air purifier or larger rooms (up to 390 square feet in size)
SaleSaved: $52.00
$158.99 Buy on Amazon
Air is our most vital resource for life on earth. While we may be able to live several weeks without food, and several days without water, we wouldn’t last more than several minutes without clean air.
Because of this, we know how important it is to monitor and prioritize the air quality in our most intimate environments. We make sure our food is well cooked and clean so it has no diseases; our water is filtered and re-filtered to make sure it has no debris; and likewise, our air should be as clean as it possibly can be inside of our homes.
While one day we think quality air purifiers will be built into homes more readily than they are today, for now we have to turn to portable versions for our air quality needs.
So without further ado, we present to you our Top Five Favorite Air Purifiers.
The Top 5 Best Air Purifiers
1. Honeywell True HEPA Air Purifier
The best air purifier we tested, although also the most expensive.
We have read reviews of this filter being used in a variety of “heavy-duty” circumstances; from a home with multiple pets, to factories, smoke lounges, veterinary clinics and even nurseries.
While the Honeywell HA170E1 True HEPA does not have the highest HEPA rating, (it is a HEPA13, the highest is HEPA17, and filters as high as HEPA14 are cleared for use in hospitals) it works about as well as any HEPA filter on the commercial market.
The Pros
Exceptional cleaning quality
High speed options for rapid air circulation
Heavy duty carbon filter as well as HEPA
Long filter duration, 6+ months
Easy instructions and set-up
Filter change light indicator
The Cons
Its expensive
Can be a bit bulky, heavy
Noisy on higher levels
2. Prem-I-Air HEPA Air Purifier with LCD
One of the best deals available, this remains one of our favourite air purifiers for both office and home needs.
This little device packs four different filters into one machine:
The first is a thick, black, carbon filter that traps large particles and makes the HEPA’s job much easier.
The second is the certified HEPA filter, which does the majority of the work decontaminating the air of extremely small particles.
The third filter is another active carbon filter that absorbs smoke and odours.
The fourth and final wall of protection is a grey photocatalyst filter, which blocks the spreading of harmful gases such as ammonia or carbon monoxide.
We’ve heard nothing but good reviews about this device, and recommend it as an excellent starting point for an apartment or small family.
The Pros
Certified HEPA filter
Excellent air purification quality for the money
Ultra low and silent “Sleep Mode”, for use at night
LCD screen for easy access and information display
Auto shutoff and timer feature
Remote control activated
The Cons
No Built in ioniser to complete filtration/ionizer combo
Instructions did not seem to be written by someone who knew English (!?!)
3. Filtrete Ultra Clean Air Purifiers
The Filtrete line of products is a great solution for houses that need more than one size of air filter. There are multiple sizes available in the Filtrete family of air purifiers: nursery size, up to 8m; small room, up to 10m; average room, up to 14; and large room up to 34m.
We have had good results with a small sized Filtrete, as it was able to clean most of the smoke that was in the room at the time. While it does not have that highest grade HEPA filter like some of our other purifiers, it still functions and is a good deal for the price.
The Pros
Multiple variations for any room size
Cheaper than a certified HEPA
Clean, smooth, sleek design
Easy removal of filters
Air filtration rated
The Cons
Not certified grade HEPA filter
Frequent filter change (approximately every 3 months, more if there are pets)
4. Heaven Fresh Ionic Air Purifier
Unique on our list because this machine is not exactly an air filter per se, but an ioniser. Ionisers differ from most air purifiers in that they do not have a traditional carbon filter or fan. Ionisers work by changing the chemical structure of the particles in the air and in turn attracting them to the nearest hard surface, instead of continually circulating them through the air.
The stainless steel dust collector plates work quite well for this job, and are as easy to clean as a dinner plate under running water. Although the plates will collect most of the particles that the ionisers attract, you may still have a bit of dust collecting in the area around your ioniser, such as on the table and walls. Simply dust the area regularly when you change the filter and this shouldn’t be a problem.
Make sure this device is not left on the floor around animals or small children because, like almost all ionisers, this product emits a harmful gas known as “ozone” that can be deadly in concentrated amounts.
The Pros
High quality ionizer with 17 high density, stainless steel needles
Consistent charge and cleaning rate among different household areas
Cheaper than many other larger ionizers on the market
Extremely easy to clean
The Cons
Produces Ozone, a chemical gas that is not safe for children
Does not filter a high volume of air
No built in fan or traditional filter
5. Bionaire BAP1700 Permatech Filter
The Bionaire takes the shape of the popular “tower” filtration device, and claims to come with a built in ioniser, although we could not verify it.
We’ve had good results with the Bionaire, and have seen the device being used in multiple commercial restaurants where there is active smoking.
Though the product claims to have a HEPA filter, a closer look at the website and wording indicates that it actually does not. The filter is a company made one, a “Permatech” filter, which is not as effective as an actual HEPA filter.
That being said, the air filter still works well and provides noticeably better air quality than a room without it.
The Pros
Automatic sensor detects air quality, can change filtration level accordingly
Large design captures higher volume of air
Permanent filter, no replacements
Stylish design
The Cons
Does not circulate air particularly well, relies on natural air intake
Permanent filter, messy, time consuming cleaning, decreased air filtration over time
Can be quite noisy, even on low
Final Thoughts
That just about wraps it up for our Top 5 favourite air filters that are available in the UK. But don’t stop here, if you want in depth, detailed reviews from some of our users, be sure to click on the links provided.
We wish you ALL the best in finding the perfect air quality solution for you and your family, and remember, if you find something you like or even don’t like then please do come back and let us and other readers know by commenting on this website!
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