Air pollution poses one of the biggest threats to human health. According to WHO, in 2019 alone, outdoor air pollution caused more than 4 million fatalities worldwide. This number goes up when you factor in household (indoor) air pollution.
Pakistan with the 5th biggest population is one of the most polluted countries in the world. With cities like Lahore and Karachi often ranked as the most polluted in the world, the health risks posed by air pollution are alarmingly high for Pakistanis. While there are ways to cut down air pollution, most of them are those which can only be taken at macro (government) level. Though, individuals, too, can play their part by using air purifiers.
There is a large variety of air purifiers available in the market. This often makes the buying decision harder rather than easier. If you are in the market to buy an air purifier, first read this guide on what to look for in an air purifier when buying one. In this blog, we have listed both local and international brands which are popular in Pakistan. Take a look.
Phillips 0820 Compact Air Purifier
Some of the distinguishing features of this air purifier are:
- Room size: Up to 532 ft² or 49 m²
- Filters out 99% bacteria
- Filters out 99% of H1N1 Virus
- Ultra fine particle removal: 0.003 μm
- 0.3μm particle removal: 99.5%
- Energy Efficiency rate: High
- CADR (Particle): 190 m³/h
- Sound: 35 – 61 dB
- Recommended filter life time: 12 months
Price: It will vary depending on whether you are buying it in a new or used condition. On average, it may cost you between Rs.50,000 and Rs.55,000.
TCL Air Purifier Breeva A2
Some of the distinguishing features of this air purifier are:
- Room size: Up to 182 ft² or 17 m²
- Filter: Pre-Filter + HEPA (H13) + Active Carbon
- Filter life: 2160 hours
- Humidification: Yes
- Air Quality Display: 3 color indicator light (white/yellow/red)
- Timer Mode: 1/2/4/8 hours timer
- UV-C Sterilization: Anion
- Fan Speed: Low/Medium/High/Sleep
- Noise Level (dB): Less or equal to 26
- CADR: 200 m³/h
Price: It will vary depending on whether you are buying it in a new or used condition. On average, it may cost you between Rs.24,000 and Rs.26,000.
Beurer LR 330 2-in-1 Comfort Air Purifier
Some of the distinguishing features of this air purifier are:
- Type of filter: three-layered filter system
- Humidification output in ml/hour: max. 220
- Settings: 3
- Filter performance: 85%
- Filter change indicator: yes
- Output in watts: approx. 35
- Max. room size: 35m
- Night mode: yes
- Tank size: 4.6L
- Technology: EPA filter
- Timer function: yes
- Automatic switch-off: yes
Price: This air purifier will cost you anywhere from Rs.75,000 to Rs.85,000, depending upon various factors.
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro: Best Air Purifier For Pet Allergies
Xiaomi offers a variety of air purifiers varying in performance, usability and price. Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro is one of the company’s latest offerings in Pakistan. Pricey, it is claimed that it is one of the best when it comes to pet-hair and pollen filtration.
Some of the distinguishing features of this air purifier are:
- CADR Particle: 500 m³/h
- Effective Coverage Area: 35 – 60 m²
- Noise Level: Less or equal to 65 dB
- Lower energy consumption
- Xiaomi High Efficiency Filter
- 99.97% filtration of 0.3μm particles
- 650,000mg high-quality activated carbon
- Forest-quality fresh air
- Night Mode for undisturbed sleeping
- Automatic reminders for filters that need to be replaced
Price: This air purifier may cost you as much as Rs.80,000 to Rs.90,000. The used version may cost you less.
Haier Air Purifier KJF600K
Some of the distinguishing features of this air purifier are:
- Noise Level: 69 dB
- Power:55W /DC220V
- Hepa filter with a timer (2,000 hours)
- Indicator to show when to clean the filter
- PM 2.5 value digital display
- CADR: 500 m³/h
- Coverage: Less than 60 m²
Price: On average, this air purifier may cost you in excess of Rs.50,000 to Rs.60,000.
We have shown you some of the best air purifiers for smog and other health hazards. Most of these have a higher price tag. However, you can buy air purifiers at a lower price on OLX. Do check them out.
Do you use an air purifier at home or work? Let us know which one is it and whether you would recommend it to others.
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You forgot to mention zebsol air purifiers. They are being manufactured in Pakistan and have better clean air delivery rate than any imported ones.