Best Air Purifier UK 2026
We tested 23 air purifiers for CADR, noise, energy use, and real-world performance. Here are the 6 best options for UK homes, from budget to premium.
Quick Comparison
| Model | Price | CADR | Coverage | Noise | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Luggable XL Ultra Best Overall | £299 | 850 m³/h | 65m² | 28-52 dB | 4.9 |
Luggable Ultra Best Value | £199 | 600 m³/h | 45m² | 25-48 dB | 4.8 |
Brisk Box Best Budget | £149 | 400 m³/h | 30m² | 22-42 dB | 4.7 |
Dyson HP09 Best Design | £649 | 290 m³/h | 25m² | 35-62 dB | 4.3 |
Levoit Core 400S Best Smart Features | £219 | 400 m³/h | 40m² | 24-52 dB | 4.5 |
Blueair Blue Pure 211+ Best for Large Rooms | £329 | 590 m³/h | 50m² | 31-56 dB | 4.6 |
Luggable XL Ultra
Clean Air Kits
- Highest CADR in class
- Ultra-quiet operation
- 5-6 ACH certified
- UK-designed
Luggable Ultra
Clean Air Kits
- Excellent value
- Whisper-quiet
- Proven MERV filtration
- Compact design
Brisk Box
Clean Air Kits
- Affordable entry point
- Very quiet
- Low running costs
- Perfect for bedrooms
Dyson HP09
Dyson
- Iconic design
- Heating & cooling
- App control
- Air quality sensor
Levoit Core 400S
Levoit
- VeSync app control
- Auto mode
- Good CADR
- Affordable filters
Blueair Blue Pure 211+
Blueair
- High CADR
- Swedish design
- Washable pre-filter
- Reliable performance
How We Test Air Purifiers
CADR Rating
Clean Air Delivery Rate measures actual air cleaning speed in m³/hour. Higher is better. We recommend minimum 300 CADR for living rooms.
Noise Level
Measured in decibels (dB). Under 30dB is whisper-quiet for bedrooms. Under 45dB is acceptable for living spaces.
Energy Costs
Annual running costs based on 8 hours/day use at UK electricity rates (34p/kWh). Lower wattage = lower bills.
Filter Costs
Annual replacement filter costs vary from £30-£100+. Factor this into total ownership cost.
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