Best Air Purifiers To Consider For Pollution Combat This Diwali

The killer season of smog is back!

The increasing air pollution in India is drastically destroying the breathable air quality. While the authorities are struggling to keep the various sources of pollution in check, it falls upon the citizens to start preparing for lung care sessions. You can either flee the North Indian plains for the entirety of the winter season or turn over to technology to let your lungs breathe easy.

According to a State of Global Air 2024 report, published by the Health Effects Institute (HEI), 464 children below the age of five die annually due to air pollution. In some parts of India like the National Capital Region of Delhi, the AQI has breached the mark of 280 and experts suggest that it may cross 400 over the next few weeks!

While face masks can help keep the toxic elements at bay to an extent, you can turn to air purifiers to keep the air clean in your living spaces. Be it your office cabin, your car or your home, air purifiers do a great job of absorbing harmful pollutants and making it easy on your lungs. They come in all shapes and sizes, designed to cater to individual needs. 

But which air purifier is the best at doing its job? In a world where e-commerce marketplaces have opened the gates to local and international brands alike, choosing the best air purifier, especially when budget is no bar, becomes hectic.

Hence, we decided to do the homework for you and make the process a tad easier. Read on to find out some of the best air purifiers that you can buy this festive season. 

Best air purifiers to combat air pollution:

Dyson Air Purifier Big+Quiet

This air purifier is suitable for halls or big rooms as it can cover an area of 1100 Sq. ft. The purifier uses High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters with H13 filtration that can filter particles as small as 0.1 microns. It features a circular LCD display to show the real-time AQI of the room. The purifier can be controlled via smartphones too using the MyDyson app. In fact, technology geeks can pair it with smart voice assistants like Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant. Since it tips the scales at 11.8 kg, it isn't going to be portable but the small wheels at its base allow for repositioning in your living spaces.   

Price: INR 66,900

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Havells Studio Meditate AP 400

Looks like a spaceship and cleans like one too (if spaceships could clean the air instead of polluting it).

Equipped with the H14 filtration technology, the Havells Studio Meditate can filter small dust particles as small as 0.1 microns and is suitable for rooms up to 51 square meters (approximately 548 square feet). The purifier relies on a TiO2 (Titanium Oxide) module to improve its working efficiency.

But the best part about the Havells Studio Meditate AP 400 is its remote controller that comes with a tiny display. It shows the AQI status in real time and can be placed in any part of the room for quick glances at the air quality stats. The remote charges wirelessly via the wireless charging pad on top of the device, the latter also supports Qi-standard wireless charging on smartphones and other accessories.

Price: INR 59,990

Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Air Purifier with Heater (HP-07)

An air purifier that doubles up as a room heater and a cooler! How thoughtful of Dyson.

The Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Air Purifier with Heater (HP-07) combines a heating element with the air purification system to keep both the air quality and temperature in check. 

This machine has HEPA H13 filter technology for filtering the air. Paired with the 350-degree oscillation mechanism, it ensures an optimal distribution of the airflow in your living space. The filter is easy to clean and replace and the presence of Wi-Fi allows the device to be controlled via Dyson's smartphone app. You can also configure it to work with voice commands via Alexa and Google Assistant. The purifier is recommended for room sizes up to 81 square meters.

Price: INR 66,900

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Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite

The Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite is supposed to be a basic solution for the masses but it has necessary bells and whistles.

Compatible with studio rooms ranging between 24 square meters and 43 square meters, it can remove particles only larger than 0.3 microns. This air purifier may not be effective in areas with severe AQI readings but it is helpful in containing H1N1-type viruses. A small LCD display with colour indicator keeps occupants updated about the real-time AQI and filter status. The in-built Wi-Fi module also allows it to be paired with a smart home system and Xiaomi's Home app, the latter allowing remote control. The minimalist design makes it gel well with most Indian households and  4.5 kg weight ensures that you can reposition it in your living space without breaking a sweat.

Price: INR 9,999

LG 360° Purification

This unique-looking air purifier from LG scores high on style and substance. 

This LG 360-degree purification system can clean the air of any hall or room up to 62 square meters. It features a six-step smart indicator technology that shows real-time environmental conditions with colour-coded indications, which in itself relies on PM 1.0 sensor detection system. It comes with H13-grade filtration technology, which can remove polluted particles up to 0.1 microns. The onboard control unit offers easy access to all the modes but for the lazy ones, its companion mobile app allows remote control via the home Wi-Fi network. The compact dimensions allow it to be positioned easily in tightly packed spaces.

Price: INR 25,999

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Petrimed CA - APS 400

This advanced air purifier comes with an H14 Plus air purification filtration system and is suitable for a hall or room up to 35 square meters. While it may not cover large halls, it is capable of removing pollutants from the environment by killing particles up to 0.1 microns. Additionally, the H14 sensors fixed in the gadget detect real-time pollution levels.

However, it lacks a dedicated remote controller or a Wi-Fi module for pairing with your smartphone. The conservative design also struggles to justify the premium one needs to pay for this device. 

Price: INR 70,800

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Tips to crack a 'steal deal' on purifiers

• Always select a purifier based on the size of your room or hall.

• Don’t fall for fancy features like music players. The main job of an air purifier is to maintain a breathable environment.

• Choose the more expensive option with a high HEPA rating only if you are living in an extremely polluted environment.