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That’s where air purifiers come in.
We are always gathering new insights and continue to test the air purifiers we recommend at home.
Its not as effective at collecting hair.
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Options for the customized filter include pet allergy, germ defense, toxin absorber, and odor remover.
It noticeablycut down on smokeand odors on the low and high tweaks.
We replaced the filter when the app notified us after five months of use.
The Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier’s five-stage filtration did an excellent job of eliminating dust, odors, and smoke.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
Syncing the machine to the app took a bit longer than expected.
It was a quiet machine on all prefs andremoved lingering smellsfrom smaller rooms.
After running a few days in the room, the air smelled fresher and cleaner.
We assembled the Rabbit Air A3 air purifier by installing its five filters, including one customizable filter.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
For an affordable option, its still packed with features, like an app and smart home connectivity.
Syncing the rig to Alexa was a bit more complicated than we expected.
We especially liked that the app offered an was easy to see the air filter life.
Replacement filters are costly.
The splurge-worthy Alen BreatheSmart air purifier can be customized to your preferences in two ways.
We indeed noticed fewer allergy symptoms such as a less stuffy nose when testing the Alen purifier.
It’s able to purify up to 2,800 square feet per hour.
The high and boost parameters are loud enough to be distracting.
Pet hair is one of the most irritating (sometimes literally) aspects of having a pet.
We also loved the air purifiers overall design.
There are a few relatively minor cons that we noticed.
Pets come with a slew of foul odors.
The purifier comes with a fragrance cartdrige similar to a car air freshener.
The purifier was also useful when placed near our dogs kennel.
It was helpful with containing fur, dander, and additional allergens our Great Pyrenees brought inside.
While Shark claims their NeverChange filter can last up to five years, our tests suggested otherwise.
After using the purifier for 5 weeks, the filter lifetime had dropped to 88 percent.
At that rate, the filter would need replacing within a year.
We found it a little tricky to wrap up the filter doors.
It has two levels of filtrationan activated carbon filter for pet odors and a HEPA filter for small particles.
The machine uses the brand’s signature Air Multiplier technology tocirculate the clean airthroughout the entire room.
We were so impressed that one of us was instantly influenced to buy one for her own home.
To check or change the filter, simply fire up the doors on the bottom of the unit.
Continued use further convinced us that the Dyson is worth the investment.
And the fact that it doubles as a fan further justifies the price and the size.
This air purifier is louder than others we tested on its highest fan speed.
Its user-friendly, color-coded display helps you understand the exact PM 2.5 levels and change options to remove pollutants.
We detected a noticeable difference when entering the room during the testing period.
The machine will also automatically adjust the fan parameters based on the current air quality.
The air purifiers on this list range in capacity from 215 to 1,560 square feet.
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The higher the number, the faster and more effective the air purifier will clean the air.
Filters
Air purifiers generally usemultiple layers of filtrationto remove particles from the air.
Look for high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters for the best results.
This affordable air purifier comes with an impressive number of features including an app and Alexa compatability.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
These filters can remove 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns, according to theU.S.
Some air purifiers for pets also have activated carbon filters to reduce odors.
Non-washable pre-filters made of carbon will need to be replaced, usually alongside the HEPA filter.
Some models even have night modes that limit noise and lights so they don’t disrupt your sleep.
Many air purifiers can be used in conjunction with an app or smart hub such as Amazon Alexa.
Features have more to do with personal preference than functionality.
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The Alen BreatheSmart 75i Air Purifier features an easy-to-read display and a range of speed settings.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
This sleek air purifier is available in eight finishes, including classic white.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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The Shark NeverChange display on the top of the air purifier.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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The Dyson TP07 air purifier uses Air Multiplier technology to circulate clean air throughout the entire room.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
This air purifier fan was extremely effective in our lab environment, sensing nail polish fumes, burning candles, and pungent cooking odors.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
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We tested the Bissell Air 320 Smart Air Purifier’s fan speeds to see which was the quietest.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
The Bissell Air 320 air purifier has a stylish design that integrates well with most decor.Credit: Better Homes & Gardens
Our tester sprinkled pet hair near the Coway Airmega 150(K) True HEPA Air Purifier to see how quickly it was able to remove the harmful particles.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
The Mila Air Purifier with Basic Breather Filter can be paired with a smartphone app to change settings and view air quality information from afar.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
It’s easy to set up the Winix HR900 Ultimate Pet True HEPA Air Purifier’s filter by removing the cover and placing it into the back of the machine.Credit:Better Homes & Gardens
