To beat the rising pollution during Diwali, take a look at these 5 air purifiers available under Rs 10,000.
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Best air purifiers for home under Rs 10,000 this Diwali season
Models with HEPA H13 filters, smart features and long filter life
Here are 5 reliable options for protection against pollution and PM2.5.
For a few days after Diwali, the amount of PM2 and PM2.5 particles in the air increases, which can be harmful to your health. Due to firecrackers, traffic, and changing weather, the AQI will continue to drop rapidly for the next few days, and dust, PM2.5, and allergens may increase indoors. In such a situation, a good air purifier is no longer just a luxury, but a necessity. If your budget is under Rs 10,000, there are many models available in the market that come with HEPA filters, smart features, and large coverage capacity. We've listed five top options that can help keep the air in your home clean this festive season.
1. Eureka Forbes Air Purifier 230
This model from Eureka Forbes comes with a True HEPA H13 filter and Surround 360° Air Intake Technology, which the company claims removes up to 99.97% of PM2.5, dust, bacteria, allergens, and pollen. It features a 4-stage purification system and is designed for rooms up to 310 sq. ft. Features like a filter change indicator, sleep mode, and timer make this portable air purifier a practical option for mid-sized rooms.
from Sharp is now available in a new Tan colour, which gives a fancy feel and matches well with the décor in the house. According to the company, it has HEPA and Activated Carbon Filters which have a life of about 2 years. It has Haze/Turbo Mode, Auto-Off Timer and Dust and Odour Sensors which operate automatically according to the air quality. With a CADR of 240 m³/h, this model claims to recycle the air 4-5 times per hour in a room up to 320 sq.ft.
3. Honeywell Air Touch V5
This air purifier from Honeywell is known for its 4-stage filtration system which includes Pre-Filter, Nano-Silver Anti-Bacterial Filter, H13 HEPA Filter and Activated Carbon Filter. The company says that it removes up to 99.99% of PM2.5 particles. It has 380 m³/h CADR and can cover large rooms up to 589 sq.ft. Features like real-time AQI LED Display, Wi-Fi App Control and Alexa Voice Support make it a smart home option. According to Honeywell, its filter has a life of up to 9,000 hours, which means it will not require replacement for a long time.
4. Qubo Smart Air Purifier Q400
This model from Qubo comes with QSensAI Technology, which according to the company automatically adjusts performance based on real-time PM2.5 levels. It has a 4-layer filtration system (Pre-Filter, Activated Carbon, HEPA 13) that claims to remove up to 99.97% of pollutants. It has a coverage of up to 400 sq.ft and delivers a CADR of 300 m³/h. It is a connected device with app and voice control support that can be controlled from a mobile phone.
5. PHILIPS AC0920/60
This Philips model is part of the 900 series, designed to deliver high performance in a compact size. It features a NanoProtect HEPA Filter, which the company claims captures 99.97% of allergens down to 0.003 microns. Its CADR is 250 m³/h, allowing it to quickly clean rooms up to 300 sq. ft. Features like real-time AQI display with Aerasense Technology, Sleep Mode, and just 21W power consumption make it energy-efficient and user-friendly.
