May 2024
Air Purifiers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of air purifiers rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2024.
Summary
On 2 May 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 71 air purifier endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
51 air purifiers were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 2 May 2024, Coway AP-1512HH takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed air purifier with 4 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 4 recommended it as the '#1 air purifier' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Blueair: 12 air purifiers
(#1 is BlueAir Blue Pure 511)
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Levoit: 7 air purifiers
(#1 is Levoit Vital 200S)
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Coway: 4 air purifiers
(#1 is Coway AP-1512HH)
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Honeywell: 3 air purifiers
(#1 is Honeywell HPA300)
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Clorox: 3 air purifiers
(#1 is Clorox Medium Room)
Price breakdown
At a glance - May Ranking
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CNET
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The Spruce Pets
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Business Insider
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Forbes
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This Old House
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Wirecutter
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WIRED
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NBC News
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Popular Mechanics
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Tom's Guide
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Coway AP-1512HH
The Coway AP-1512HH air purifier is highly praised for its comprehensive filtration system, effectiveness at removing pollutants, adjustable fan speeds, built-in air quality sensor, smartphone app connectivity, and energy efficiency.
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Winix 5500-2
The Winix 5500-2 air purifier is highly praised for its effective four-stage filtration system, quiet operation, built-in air quality sensor, and energy efficiency, making it a recommended choice for improving air quality in medium to large-sized rooms.
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Honeywell HPA300
The Honeywell HPA300 True HEPA Air Purifier is a highly praised and efficient option for improving air quality in larger rooms, particularly for individuals with allergies or asthma.
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Coway Airmega 200M
The Coway Airmega 200M is a highly effective air purifier with a 4-stage filtration system that removes pollutants and allergens, making it suitable for pet owners, kitchens, and individuals with allergies or respiratory conditions, while also offering energy-saving features.
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BlueAir Blue Pure 511
The BlueAir Blue Pure 511 air purifier is a highly effective and efficient option for improving air quality in medium-sized rooms, with HEPASilent dual filtration technology, quiet operation, and energy efficiency.
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BlueAir 311i Max
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Clorox Medium Room
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Levoit Vital 200S
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Levoit Core 300S
The Levoit Core 300S air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a reliable and efficient option for improving indoor air quality.
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Blueair Pure 411
The Blueair Pure 411 is a highly effective and affordable air purifier that removes 99% of particles down to PM 2.5, making it a reliable choice for improving air quality in small rooms.
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Coway Airmega 400
The Coway Airmega 400 is a highly effective air purifier with powerful filtration, large coverage area, quiet operation, air quality monitoring, and energy-saving features, making it a versatile and reliable choice for improving indoor air quality.
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Blueair Protect 7470i
The Blueair Protect 7470i air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, room size coverage, air quality sensors, and energy efficiency, making it a comprehensive solution for individuals who prioritize clean and healthy indoor air.
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Levoit Core 400S
The Levoit Core 400S air purifier is highly recommended by experts for its effective filtration system, convenient features, and energy efficiency, making it a great choice for individuals who prioritize clean and healthy air in their living spaces.
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We ranked Coway AP-1512HH #1 in May 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Coway AP-1512HH as #1.
Forbes
Best Compact Air Purifier
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Compact design
Auto mode is designed to conserve energy
Four-step filtration process
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Price can vary by color (on Amazon)
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Popular Mechanics
Best Overall
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LED display panel
Three speed modes
Automatic shut-off after 30 minutes without air pollutants
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Requires regular maintenance
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Tom's Guide
Most energy-efficient air purifier
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Small footprint
Eco mode available
Energy efficient
Three year warranty
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Loud
Heavy to move around
Expensive replacement filters
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We ranked Winix 5500-2 #2 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Winix 5500-2 as #1.
The Spruce Pets
Best Overall
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Four layers of filtration—including a true HEPA filter and pre-filter—effectively capture pet hair and dander
Easy to setup and to swap out replacement filters
Three colors on sensors indicate changes in air contamination
Can be controlled with a remote
Built-in sensors automatically adjust for changes in light and air quality to conserve energy
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Illuminated notifications can be distracting at night for some
The device is comparatively larger than other air purifiers
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Tom's Guide
Best for small rooms
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Unique technology
Air quality indicator
Remote control included
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Expensive filters
Large and plain design
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend air purifiers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of air purifiers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for May 2024 ranking
CNET
The Spruce Pets
Business Insider
Forbes
This Old House
Wirecutter
WIRED
NBC News
Popular Mechanics
Tom's Guide
We ranked Honeywell HPA300 #3 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Honeywell HPA300 as #1.
Business Insider
Best overall
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Operates quietly
widely available filters
performed the best in our air purifying tests
low upfront cost
Energy Star-certified
easy to set up and maintain
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High energy consumption
no auto mode
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Tom's Guide
Best for a large room
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Strong performance
Cheap replacement filters
Easy to use
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Noisy
High energy consumption
No auto mode
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We ranked Coway Airmega 200M #4 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Coway Airmega 200M as #1.
We ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 #5 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir Blue Pure 511 as #1.
CNET
Best air purifier for bedrooms and other small spaces
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Lightweight, portable
Energy efficient
Quiet
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No app or voice control
No air quality indicators
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We ranked BlueAir 311i Max #6 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked BlueAir 311i Max as #1.
CNET
Best air purifier for most people
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High performance
Energy efficient
Voice and app control
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No display
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We ranked Clorox Medium Room #7 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Forbes
Best Value Air Purifier
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Quiet compared with similarly sized air purifiers
Includes features like child lock, auto mode and a change-filter light
Filter is easy to change
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Filter replacements are a bit pricey
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Popular Mechanics
Best for Smoke and Odors
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Air quality sensor
Can accommodate medium to large rooms
Digital display
Automatically adjusting fan
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Can be loud on higher settings
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We ranked Levoit Vital 200S #8 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Pets
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Inlet for pet hair
Different fan speeds
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Too bulky for smaller rooms and apartments
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We ranked Levoit Core 300S #9 in May 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
The Spruce Pets
Best for Odors
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Removes irritants and odors from the air with three power levels
Built-in sensors monitor air quality and four color indicators keep you informed of pollutant levels from very good to bad
Wifi connected for app and voice commands
One of the quietest air purifiers we tested, even at its highest setting
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Not the most effective at capturing pet hair in our testing
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Business Insider
Best for small rooms
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Excellent at removing VOCs
good at removing particulate matter
low energy consumption
app control and air quality monitoring
operates quietly on low speed
affordable and widely available filters
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Average noisiness on high speed
not suitable for larger rooms
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We ranked Blueair Pure 411 #10 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
We ranked Coway Airmega 400 #11 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Large Rooms
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High capability
Strong design
Smart features and sleep settings
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Basic control panel
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We ranked Blueair Protect 7470i #12 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Business Insider
Best quiet
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Among the best at reducing VOCs and particulate matter from the air
affordable and widely available filters
quiet operation
easy to clean
powerful enough or medium-size rooms
useful and data-rich app
voice control
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Heavy
lacks handles
app didn't connect easily and sometimes lags
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Tom's Guide
Best smart air purifier
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Great performance
Offers lots of features and data
Modern and sleek appearance
Quiet
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Can be difficult to move around
High energy consumption
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We ranked Levoit Core 400S #13 in May 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best air purifiers” rankings.
Forbes
Best Smart Air Purifier
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App- or voice-controlled
App monitors air quality inside and outside the home
Works in rooms up to 403 square feet
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May seem too complicated if you’re not technologically inclined
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Popular Mechanics
For Hands-Free Control
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Works well in midsized rooms
Compatible with Alexa
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On the bulkier side
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