How to choose the best air purifier for your home in 2024

With the haze frequently back in Singapore, it is no wonder people are seeking the best air purifier for their homes. Who doesn’t want clean air, free from pollutants and other allergens?

Indeed, air purifiers are increasingly important not just when the haze strikes but also for safeguarding one’s health against other issues, such as allergies. They also help those with sensitivities towards pets, for example.

In other words, choosing the best air purifier for your home will help you create and enjoy a safe, comfortable indoor environment for everyone at home.

Whether you are buying the best air purifier for your living room or bedroom, just make sure you find the right one that does the job as advertised.

For starters, this means buying an air purifier with a high efficiency particulate air (Hepa) filter. These are the ones that can get rid of particles of 0.1 to 0.3 microns in size, according to experts.

In this article:

• Best air purifier in Singapore: What to look out for
• Air purifiers for living or dining area
• Air purifiers for bedroom or study
• Alternate air purifiers: Air purifying fans

Best air purifier in Singapore: What to look out for

• Type of filters:
  • Hepa filters help keep out fine particles that are harmful, like those found in the air during haze season
  • Activated carbon filters help remove chemicals and odours
  • UV lights also promise to kill bacteria and viruses
     
• CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate): This refers to how efficient an air purifier can pump out clean air in a room. Obviously, the more clean air that can be delivered in a given time, the better suited an air purifier is to sustaining great air quality.
   
• Coverage area: This will tell you how large a room an air purifier can support. Make a quick measurement of your room size to make sure the new machine is up to the mark. A larger capacity won’t hurt, of course.
   
• Noise level: This is particularly important at night, when you don’t want a noisy fan whirring in the room while you try to sleep. For the best air purifier for the bedroom, find one that can be whisper-quiet (usually at 20-30 decibels on the lowest fan setting).
   
• Energy efficiency: With electricity costs rising and the need to go green, it pays to buy an air purifier that has low power consumption while delivering the capacity and coverage you need.
   
• Filter replacement: Good manufacturers will state how often the filter that keeps out all the bad stuff in the air needs to be replaced. This replacement cycle should reveal how much maintenance and running cost can be expected over time.

Other features you should consider in an air purifier include smart sensors that can detect air quality and automatically adjust settings to fit the situation. This means you can save energy and enjoy quieter operation when not needed.

If you’re looking for the best air purifiers in Singapore today, here are some options on offer suited for all budgets to check out. We've included picks that are suitable for large rooms like living and dining areas and more compact options best suited for the bedroom or study.

Air purifiers for living or dining area

Dyson Purifier Big + Quiet Formaldehyde Air Purifier, $1,155

Original price: $1,299 (11 per cent off)

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The ultimate luxury air purifier that delivers in performance and looks good in the living room

Main Specifications

This is the only air purifier in the market that claims to remove formaldehyde, a colourless, toxic gas found in the production of paper, plywood and resins.

Together with the H13 grade Hepa filter that claims to remove 99.95 per cent of particles as small as 0.1 microns and activated carbon to remove odours, this air purifier can pump out top-notch quality air with a projection of over 10 metres.

Although the price tag is higher than other air purifiers, one advantage is the filter only requires replacing every five years, compared to most models which require a filter replacement every 12 months.

Available for $1,155 at the official Dyson store at Lazada and $1,299 at Dyson stores

Philips 2000i Series Air Purifier, $422.15

Original price: $659 (36 per cent off)

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Fast pet-friendly air purifier that works in less than eight minutes

Main Specifications

With only the push of a button, the Philips 3000i Series Air Purifier AC3033/10 quickly gets started on keeping out allergens, odours and dust, circulating clean air to every part of the room.

Ideal for households with pets, it uses a three-layer filtration system of pre-filter, Hepa and active carbon filters to capture 99.97 per cent of particles as small as 0.003 microns.

The compact and elegant design also means it fits well into any room. It's voice activated and works with Alexa and Google Home, and also offers sleep mode and allergen sleep mode.

Available for $422.15 at Amazon and $499 at Philips

Honeywell Air Purifier Air Touch P2, $279

Original price: $598 (53 per cent off)

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Smart air purifier with 5-stage filtration system and easy control via the app

Main Specifications

This air purifier targets even the tiniest pollution particles harmful to you (including pollen, VOCs, bacteria and mould) with a PM 2.5 level.

Designed with a 5-stage filtration system, it’s equipped with an anti-bacterial filter, pre-filter, high-grade H13 Hepa filter, a silver ION anti-H1N1 layer, and an activated carbon filter. The advanced filtration cycle processes every 12 minutes, and you can easily control functions via the Honeywell Air Touch app, like sleep mode, timers, and its four fan speeds.

A frontal LED display also makes it easy to read the air quality, and its special UV LED aids in extra filtration.

Available for $279 at Lazada and $279 at Shopee

Novita 4-in-1 Air Purifier A4S, $599

Original price: $899 (33 per cent off)

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An all-in-one air purifier that also humidifies, ionises and sanitises the air

Main Specifications

Equipped with a powerful DC brushless motor system, the Novita A4S goes beyond mere air purification. It integrates four essential functions — purifying, humidifying, ionising, and sanitising — into one compact unit, ensuring that every breath you take is of the highest quality.

Whether it's eliminating airborne allergens and germs, improving humidity levels for enhanced comfort, or sanitising the air with its NSF certified and EPA registered air purifying solution concentrate, it ensures that your indoor air is not just clean but revitalised.

Available for $599 at Lazada and $599 at Shopee

Kodak Infinio AP550 Multi-Stage Air Purifier, $199

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Affordable and economical with a reusable and washable filter

Main Specifications

Saving you time and money, Kodak’s multi-stage air purifier is designed with a washable filter that’s simple and convenient to clean, with no need for replacement every few months or years.

Use the free app for filter readings and to check when the filter needs cleaning. Enjoy clean air in four minutes for small spaces, 14 minutes for medium-sized rooms and in just 22 minutes for larger spaces.

Its LED screen gives readings for air quality, room temperature, as well as humidity.

Available for $199 at Amazon

Renpho Air Purifier, $169.99

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Budget child-friendly pick that offers multi-stage purification

Main Specifications

The Renpho Air Purifier AP-088 adopts a five-stage filtration to remove particulates as small as 0.3 microns and refresh the air five times per hour in a room of around 22 sq m.

It also boasts a child-proof lock to prevent accidental touches by children or pets, and has three timer options that will turn the air purifier off automatically to save energy.

Available for $169.99 at Amazon

Clair K2 HEPA Air Purifier, $157.86

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Allergy-friendly air purifier with UV-LED sterilisation and extended pre-filter lifespan

Main Specifications

Good for pet owners, families with young children or anyone prone to allergies, the Clair K2’s detachable and washable pre-filter helps to eliminate hair and large dust particles.

The activated carbon filter eliminates cooking odours, VOCs, cigarette smoke and even synthetic smells. The UV LED function gets also eliminates other trapped particles, like acetic acid and formaldehyde.

The air quality status is easy to check using the coloured indicator. You can also switch between auto and night mode, and this model has a convenient safe child and pet lock.

Available for $157.86 at Amazon

Air purifiers for bedroom or study

Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4, $206.13

Original price: $249 (17 per cent off)

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Smart air purifier that effectively kills germs

Main Specifications

Swiftly cleansing a 20 sq m space in about 10 minutes, the Xiaomi air purifier offers 99.97% filtration of 0.3 micron particles. Emitting negative ions, it ensures fresh air and rejuvenation post a long day.

Besides keeping out small particles in the air, Xiaomi’s air purifier also keeps out germs and is easy to wash with accessible air ducts. It also offers real-time OLED air quality display, smart app control and compatibility with Google and Alexa.

Available for $206.13 at Amazon

EuropAce HazePro Smart WiFi Air Purifier, $179

Original price: $429 (58 per cent off)

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Smart air purifier with UV care and display that shows air quality in real time

Main Specifications

If you’re particularly concerned about the haze, the EuropAce HazePro Smart Air Purifier EPU 3380Z shows air quality in real-time with an easy-to-understand light ring display. Aside from the Hepa and activated carbon filters, UV Care adds an extra layer of protection against microorganisms.

You can also monitor the filter lifespan via the app. While noise level is not indicated by EuropAce, reviewers have praised the “auto mode for fan speed is really silent” with “hardly any noise”, thanks to its ultra-low noise patented turbine blade and brushless motor.

Available for $179 at Lazada and $229 at Shopee

Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier, $79

Original price: $155.90 (49 per cent off)

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Compact and affordable air purifier with aromatherapy

Main Specifications

The cheapest item in this list, this air purifier is a great entryway into helping you decide whether you want to invest in one with more features and functions for the future. The Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier offers a three-stage filtration and lets you add a few drops of your favourite essential oils for aromatherapy benefits.

Although it doesn’t offer a dedicated sleep mode, this air purifier uses its patented QuietKeap technology to keep noise levels down to as low as 25 decibels, which is quiet enough for sleep.

Available for $79 at Lazada

Iona H13 Desktop Air Purifier, $79.80

Original price: $129.80 (39 per cent off)

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Stylish and compact design for your bedroom or study that comes with aromatherapy

Main Specifications

The perfect companion for your bedroom or study, Iona’s desk air purifier is ultra-compact and fits stylishly on a desk.

Its fuss-free one-touch button controls all functions and features, including the three various fan speeds. A three-stage filtration system traps bacteria, dust, pet hairs, pollen, odour and second-hand smoke.

You can also add a few drops of essential oil like lavender or eucalyptus to your machine via its built-in aromatherapy pad to infuse fragrance in your space. It’s available in white or black.

Available for $79.80 at Shopee and $99.80 at Lazada

Mooka M01 HEPA H13 Air Purifier, $61,97

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Affordable, travel-friendly and energy-saving air purifier

Main Specifications

Looking for something more portable? Mooka’s portable air purifier doesn’t need to be plugged in and can be easily moved from room to room, or even brought along on travels.

It has a USB C-type cable that lets you conveniently charge the air purifier with a power bank or a USB charging port. It's also ultra-quiet thanks to its small size and low voltage and has a soft nightlight for better sleep, with a preset timer of two, four, six or eight hours.

The filter replacement reminder that shows up as a reset light is a useful feature, and it comes with a top aroma pad for adding fragrances too.

Available for $61.97 at Amazon

Alternate air purifiers: Air purifying fans

LG Puricare Aero Tower 2-in-1 Air Purifying Fan, $899

Save $20 at checkout

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Stylish tower-shaped fan that doubles up as an air purifier

Main Specifications

The LG Puricare Aero Tower 2-in-1 Air Purifying Fan functions as both an air purifier and a fan. It comes with a 360-degree True Hepa filter and LG’s UVnano technology that zaps 99.9% of bacteria on its fan blades.

This elegant tower fan offers 10 fan speeds and three airflow modes for personalised comfort. With an intelligent PM 1.0 sensor and a smart LCD indicator, monitoring air purity is a breeze.

Available for $899 at Amazon, $899 at Lazada and $929 at Shopee

Dyson Purifier Cool Air Purifier TP07, $699

Original price: $909 (save $210)

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Smart air purifier and bladeless fan with real-time air quality reports and voice control

Main Specifications

The stylish Dyson bladeless fan will be familiar to most. This model does double duty as both air purifier and fan, capturing 99.95% of tiny pollutants as small as 0.1 microns through its advanced Hepa H13 filter. With Dyson's signature Air Multiplier technology, it circulates pure air throughout any room up to 81 cubic m.

Benefit from real-time air quality reports via its intuitive LCD and the Dyson Link app. It offers 350 degree oscillation, voice control and a magnetised remote. Plus, it's certified to effectively combat household odours.

Available for $699 at Dyson stores and $835 at Lazada