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Jan 27, 2024

The Best Air Purifiers We're Snap

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If you ask us, the best air purifier is like a dehumidifier, it doesn't seem entirely necessary until you spring for one, and then you can't imagine life without it. Air purifiers are ideal for people with allergies or asthma, but anyone can reap the benefits, especially because you can't always tell if the air in your home could be cleaner. They're like the little heroes you didn't know you needed, removing impurities you can't even see including dust, pollen, pet dander, mold spores, and even odors!

Consider air purifiers an essential cleaning tool that takes on a big job, so you don't have to. In fact, all you have to do is turn it on and change the filter regularly. Yes, you just need to take a few simple steps to keep the air in your space healthy and toxin-free. And if you’re wondering whether or not you need an air purifier if you clean regularly, the answer is yes. After all, if you’re vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting, you’re actually stirring tiny particles into the air you breathe.

Trust us, clean air is just as important as clean surfaces and floors, so use this as your guide for buying the right one for your space. First and foremost, before clicking "purchase," make sure it covers the proper square footage. If you’re planning on sticking your new compact air purifier in the corner of your sprawling bedroom, it won't work well because you’re giving it too much ground (or, rather, air) to cover. Secondly, and perhaps equally as important, your air purifier of choice should have a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter to make sure it's purifying properly. Luckily, all of our top picks are worthy of your space, so now's the time to literally breathe easy.

Covering 600 feet, this small-but-mighty air purifier was given the Family-Approved award by House Beautiful. Not only is it chic, but it's also smart controlled, killing 99.9% of viruses, mold, and bacteria.

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Smart Air Purifier

$499.95

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I reviewed this stylish, 4.5-rated air purifier that has an auto mode to keep the air clear in my home even while I'm running errands or preparing for bed. The easy-to-pull filters are beginner-friendly and there's an indicator to remind me when to clean the unit. Coverage spreads to 214-foot filtration.

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Airmega 150

$165.39

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This tower air purifier measures 22 inches tall by 9 inches wide and 5.5 inches deep. It covers rooms up to 167 square feet and weighs just 10 pounds, so it's not hard to move when you need to. And, it has a 4.6-star rating.

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Germ Guardian Air Purifier

$116.99

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The most affordable large option on the list, this Hamilton Beach air purifier is also compact—it works for rooms up to 140 square feet, and it measures just 10.88 inches by 8.13 inches by 16.5 inches. Plus, it weighs only 6.8 pounds. It has a 4.5-star rating, too—and that's with over 6,000 reviews.

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True Air Compact Pet Air Purifier

$74.99

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Another Amazon favorite (with more than 34,000 reviews!), this 4.6- star-rated air purifier is another sleek, modern option. It comes in at just $90 and covers rooms up to 183 square feet. It has a super quiet noise level and doesn't take up a ton of space (it measures just 14.75 inches tall and 9.5 inches wide and deep!). The best part? It can be controlled via your phone thanks to WiFi, and you can even voice activate it with your Alexa device.

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Smart WiFi Air Purifier

$89.99

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Covering up to 1,600 square feet in one hour and 840 square feet in 30 minutes, this hard-working air purifier is ideal for large spaces. It measures 10.5 inches by 11 inches by 26 inches. Not to mention, it boasts an average 4.6-star rating based on more than 5,000 reviews.

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MA-40 Air Purifier

$269.99

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This simple black air purifier has a 4.5-star rating, covers rooms up to 310 square feet, and measures 22.84 inches by 23.7 inches by 20.87 inches. It comes with three filters, features three speed settings, and is designed for quiet operation to ensure it doesn't keep you up at night.

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Console Air Purifier

$129.00

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Best for small rooms, this air purifier measures about 10 inches by 10 inches by 21 inches. It has a 4.6-star rating with more than 8,000 reviews. The best part? You can customize the outside of the machine with six different colors, or you keep the white mesh frame look. Oh, and the filter is washable, so you don't have to keep buying replacements!

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Blue Pure 411+ Air Purifier

$139.99

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While all air purifiers are great for pet owners, this one (with 4.6 stars) is specifically designed with pet owners in mind, capturing pet odors like urine and even wet dog smell. It covers 189 square feet and measures 28 inches high, just over 10 inches wide, and 7 inches deep.

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5-in-1 Tower Air Purifier

$169.99

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Rated 4.5 stars, this circular air purifier from Honeywell covers 390 square feet of space and measures 18 inches by 18 inches by 17.5 inches. It has three cleaning settings and a long-lasting filter that can easily be vacuumed, as well as a carbon filter.

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HEPA Air Purifier

$269.00

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This Dyson air purifier is just over 40 inches high and nearly 8 inches wide, and unlike some other purifiers, it's easily portable considering it only weighs around 8 pounds. It covers large rooms and doubles as a fan to help cool down your space. And to top it all off, it has a 4.5-star rating.

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Pure Cool Purifying Fan TP01

$329.99

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With more than 13,000 reviews and a 4.7-star rating, you know this pick gets the job done. It's small, measuring in at 10.8 inches wide by 12.1 inches tall and 6.9 inches deep, but it's mighty, covering up to 200 square feet. It goes through three stages of air purification, including a pre-filter, an activated carbon filter, and a True HEPA filter.

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PureZone 3-in-1 True HEPA Air Purifier

$99.99

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This air purifier measures 7.5 inches by 6.9 inches by 6.9 inches, making it an excellent deskside option. It has a 4.5-star rating with more than 7,000 reviews and features a three-stage filtration system. Many reviewers noticed a difference in their air quality (improving allergies and odors) within 24 hours of using it.

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True HEPA Air Purifier

$46.90

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This air purifier from Winix covers rooms of up to 360 square feet and measures 23.6 inches tall, 14.9 inches wide, and 7.8 inches deep. It features a three-stage filtration system, including a washable AOC carbon filter that helps rid the air of odors like smoke. Plus, it has a 4.7-star rating with more than 18,000 reviews.

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5500-2 PlasmaWave Air Purifier

$150.99

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This sleek, modern purifier works in larger rooms (up to 361 square feet) and measures 18.3 inches tall, 16.8 inches wide, and 9.6 inches deep. It features a four-stage filtration system and a washable pre-filter and has a 4.7-star rating.

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Mighty Air Purifier

$197.11

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Perfect for a nursery, this small air purifier doubles as a sound machine and night light. While it doesn't have thousands of reviews, it has rave ratings averaging 4.4 stars from parents who bought it for their kid's room and swear by it.

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3-in-1 Air Purifier

$59.97

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Even if you live in a place with minimal pollution, an air purifier is a worthy purchase because it eliminates toxins you can't even see.

Yes, you should leave your air purifier on while you sleep. The only reason to turn it off would be if it's loud or if the filter needs to be changed.

Our editors live in New York City, where pollution is everywhere, so they did their research when picking out the best gadgets to keep their spaces clean.

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