5 Best Air Purifiers

Did you know that nine out of ten people do not have access to safe air globally?

According to the National Health Portal of India, air pollution causes nearly 7 million deaths every year. The air pollution level is increasing at an alarming rate each year. The multiple pollutant particles present in the air are small enough to pass through mucus and the natural barriers of our body, to go inside and harm our heart, lungs, and even brain. 

National Pollution day is celebrated in memory of lives lost in Bhopal Gas Tragedy. The unfortunate incident happened 37 years ago on the night of 2-3 December, and it's still considered one of the worst industrial disasters. We honour this day to create awareness towards increasing pollution levels and their effect on day-to-day life. 

With over 4 million people dying from indoor air pollution, it's clear that our indoor is not much safe than outdoors. Notably, the coronavirus pandemic has worsened the situation. Studies have proven that people with heart and lung conditions are vulnerable to a more severe form of Covid-19.

Thus if we care about our overall health, it is essential to care about the air we breathe. Advancements made in technology have allowed us to monitor the air pollution level in our houses, and with that, portable air purifiers are becoming the need of the hour. 

Things to consider before choosing the right air purifier

1. Calculate the size of the room using the air purifier. An excellent clean air delivery rate (CADR) rating equals at least two-thirds of the room's area. For example, a space that measures 10 feet by 15 feet has an area of 150 square feet. Therefore, a good CADR rating for an air purifier would be a smoke CADR of at least 100.
2. Noise level. Air purifiers with a noise level of 50 dB are suitable for most living spaces as it's almost quiet and modest. 
3. Cost-effective. Air purifiers need electricity. Thus it's important to get an energy-efficient one and won't affect your monthly budget too much.
4. Avoid ozone-producing air purifiers - some air purifiers, especially those using electrostatic precipitators, ionizers, or ultraviolet lamps, produce ozone.

Now, against popular beliefs, air purifiers aren't just some big ugly device that will not go along with your home decor. If picked carefully, air purifiers can add more charm to that modern indoor setting. Some things to look for-

• The size of the air purifier to fit in your room perfectly
• How many colours the air purifier comes in (the more is better)
• Colourful night light would be great
• Noise level and filters efficiency

The five best air purifiers in India

 Dyson Pure Hot+Cool Air Purifier

Dyson provides an array of exciting features and benefits. Its hot and cool feature ensures that you'll get clean air and give a warm and comfortable temperature. 

PROS-

• It easily covers a room of 600 sq ft
• Voice control feature
• The purifier is operatable by the DYSON app
• Two years of warranty on parts

CONS- 

• High Cost
• It takes around 30 to 45 minutes for the smell to disappear.

 Mi Air Purifier 3 with True HEPA Filter and Smart App Connectivity

Its four-side feature allows it to get air from all sides and throw clean air from the top. The lightweight and good-quality white plastic will add a touch of elegance to your room, along with giving out clean air. The Mi Air Purifier 3 has an OLED touch display that shows real-time PM 2.5 concentration levels, humidity and temperature, Wi-Fi connection, and the operating mode. The Mi air purifier 3 is energy efficient, with a power consumption rating of 38W. It is a pocket-friendly device even if you keep it switched on for extended periods.

    PROS- 

•  3-layer filtration for pure air
• It covers a large area of up to 484 Sq.ft
• Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• It comes with a laser particle sensor

      CONS-

•  Filter needs replacement every 4-5 months, making it expensive
• The display is very small; the readings can change rapidly.

KENT AURA

Kent recently came up with it room air purifiers. The purifier comes up with an LED display that displays the air quality level in three colours, blue for excellent, pink for good, and red for poor. The timer function works up to 8 hours, making it perfect for use in small and compact places.

PROS-

• inbuilt ionizer that removes the pollutants by making use of an electrically charged collection plate.
• It's cost-effective as well.
• It has a HEPA filter that removes bacteria, viruses, PM 2.5, and SPM particles from the air. 

CONS-

•  It takes longer to clean the air

AirTamer A310 

Air tamer is a portable air purifier that you can carry around. This wearable air purifier comes in two colours, black and white, and works on a rechargeable battery. 

PROS-

• HEPA filtration assures you get clean air where you go.
•  Its advanced, patented ionic technology emits a constant stream of healthy negative ions. 
• Rechargeable 

CONS- 

• The cost may be high.
•  1-year warranty 

Ible Airvida L1

Ible is another wearable air purifier option available. It goes around the neck and offers a slick, stylish finish. 

PROS- 

• Anti-allergy silicone rubber material
• Ultra-low radiation and ozone concentration
• It can easily reduce PM2.5, pollen, or allergens.

   CONS-

• Requires 32 hours of charging 

Some air purifier manufacturers offer special filters for specific contaminants or allergens and the certified Cadr level on the package. Also, it's important to check other specifications and details according to your need. There should be a clear mention of more information to rely on the quality of the air purifier.

Environmental pollution is considered a blight on healthy life and affects the quality of people's lives to a great extent. Major Indian cities get covered under a blanket of smoke and fog as the winter season approaches. Thus investing in a good air purifier is becoming more and more crucial every day.