Best air purifiers of 2024: Breathe easy and filter out allergens and dust

Seemingly omnipresent 80s tub-thumper Phil Collins once sang that he could “Feel it coming in the air tonight”.

Now, whether he was referring to an impending asthma attack or not, I’m not certain as he never did clarify what exactly it was that he could feel, but with the terrible air quality back then, it wouldn’t surprise me.

Now, according to a paper from DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs), air quality in the UK has shown improvement in the last 40 years. However, the air we breathe is still rammed into the respiratory system ruining rafters with chemicals, odours and radon, the latter being radioactive dust that can cause lung cancer. This is why both your home and health could benefit considerably from an air purifier.

Capable of putting the kibosh on all of the aforementioned awful air pollution, plus able to reduce the risk of airborne diseases, and asbestos particles and help relieve the symptoms of asthma, other advantages with some models include eliminating embarrassing pet pong, which is a bonus that should not be overlooked.

What to look for when buying an air purifier

• Noise: Whether you want an air purifier for your sitting room or bedroom, it’s essential to consider the noise pollution that your chosen machine will put out. Choose one that works quietly when it is on the lowest setting to ensure that it doesn’t interrupt your daily activities.
• Speed: The majority of air purifiers have multiple speed settings, so try to choose one that you can adjust. This means that you have the option to lower it when you want it to be less noticeable, for example, when you’re watching TV, or ramp it up when the pollen levels are high.
• A built-in air sensor: A built-in air sensor will sense when the air quality is poor and automatically switch itself on and get to work. This is a great function for those who suffer from seasonal allergies.
• CADR function: CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) is how long it’ll take for your air purifier to remove the unwanted particles per hour. The higher the number, the better the air purifier is.
• There are various filters when it comes to air purifiers. However, HEPA is one of the best. HEPA, which stands for high-efficiency particulate air, catches more pollutants than other filtration