The air quality index (AQI) is deteriorating rapidly, especially in the Kathmandu valley, which means that we are breathing in polluted air. Fortunately, you can ensure the air inside your home or office is clean by investing in a high-quality air purifier. In case, you are looking to buy one, here's our list of the best air purifiers available in Nepal.Just a week ago, IQAir published a list of the most polluted cities in the world, where Kathmandu was ranked 1st. While Kathmandu's rank has improved in the latest list, it is a short-lived victory as IQAir predicts the pollution level to increase in the coming days. The air in this city has consistently been unhealthy for the sensitive group due to forest fires and pollution.[caption id="attachment_149180" align="alignnone" width="900"] AQI Graph of Kathmandu, Source:-AQI.in[/caption]And it's not just the capital, several major cities outside the Valley have Air Quality Indexes (AQI) above the WHO's guideline value as well.In this regard, it's always wise to use air purifiers when possible. Not only do they protect you from pollution, but they also provide you with fresh odor-free air. In addition, some advanced air purifiers have ultraviolet ionizers to battle bacteria and viruses.

How to choose an air purifier?

Deciding on an air purifier is a tricky task and you must pay attention to a number of factors. First is the size. Depending upon your need, you can choose between a small, portable, and a full-size one. Usually, the latter has higher coverage and CADR—and thus is suitable for use in rooms and houses.What's CADR? Well, it stands for Clean Air Delivery Rate and is a metric to measure the performance of air purifiers. It gives us an idea of how much air the given purifier can filter in an hour.This brings us to filtration. Most purifiers these days come with High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) or similar filters. It is usually accompanied by a pre-filter. Some even add a third carbon-activated filter to the mix. There are also purifiers with built-in ionizers and humidifiers for fresh air.Other important factors to consider are the operation cost and operation noise. If you don't want high electricity bills, consider ones with less power consumption. Similarly, pay attention to the noise level. Some air purifiers also have a dedicated sleep mode that reduces the sound and dims the light.

Best Air Purifiers in Nepal

Mi Air Purifier 3

Mi Air Purifier 3 is one of the best options in Nepal. It uses a HEPA filter together with a pre-filter and a layer of activated carbon. Xiaomi claims it can remove 99.7% of pollutants.There is also an OLED panel that displays real-time air quality updates. Mi Air Purifier 3 can be used in a room with an area of 484 sq. ft. It is also compatible with the Mi Home app.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: True HEPA (3-layer)
• Coverage: 484 sq. ft
• CADR: 320 m3/hr
• Wattage: 29W
• Price: Rs. 17,499

Crane True HEPA UV Air Purifier (EE-5069)

This one uses a True HEPA filter with a pre-filter, which boasts 99% removal of airborne particles. It also has a UV laptop to combat bacteria and germs. It offers 3 fan speeds and 3-speed timer settings.Users can configure it for a certain time and it will shut off automatically after the timer ends. It is also certified by CARB (California Air Resources Board).

Specifications:

• Filter Type: True HEPA (2-layer)
• Coverage: 500 sq. ft
• CADR: 229 m3/hr
• Wattage: 33W
• Price: Rs. 21,990

Blueair Joy S

Blueair Joy S is a basic portable air purifier with a coverage of just 17 m². It relies on HEPASilent technology, which is just another fancy name for a three-stage filtration technique that even other air purifiers in this list have. The silent mode limits the operation sound to just 17 dB.Because of its small size, it is extremely power efficient. Similarly, it has received certifications from CARB (California Air Resources Board) and AHAM Verified.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPASilent (3-layer)
• Coverage: 17 m² (182 sq. ft)
• CADR: 202 - 222 m3/hr
• Wattage: 10W
• Price: Rs. 22,000

Kent Aura

With its three-stage filtration, Kent Aura boasts 99% removal of PM 2.5 particles. It also has a built-in ionizer that keeps the air fresh and void of bad odor. Here, you get an air quality sensor and filter change indicator as well. It even has a Child lock system to stop children from messing up with the appliance.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPA (3-layer)
• Coverage: 270 sq. ft
• CADR: 180 m3/hr
• Wattage: 45W
• Price: Rs. 23,950

Midea Air Purifier (KJ300G-E33)

Next on the list of best air purifiers in Nepal, we have the Midea's KJ300G-E33. It uses TriShield Technology which combines a HEPA filter with a pre-filter and activated carbon filter. It has a coverage of 698 sq. ft and a CADR of 270m3/hr. There is also an ionizer built-in for fresh air.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPA (3-layer)
• Coverage: 538 sq. ft
• CADR: 405 m3/hr
• Wattage: 60W
• Price: Rs. 33,235

Midea Air Purifier EU-KJ500G-TB32

Midea's EU-KJ500G-TB32 comes with 2 layer of filters which can strain the Negative Ions and dust. It is ideal for rooms with up to 40-60m2 with a 500m3/hr airflow level. It has a display on the top which shows air quality index of the surrounding and user can also adjust the brightness of the display through the light-dimming button.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPA (2-layer)
• Coverage: 538 sq. ft
• CADR: 405 m3/hr
• Wattage: 60W
• Price: Rs. 35,290

Whirlpool Purafresh W210

Whirlpool Purafresh W210 comes with an air quality sensor and a screen. Its 3-layer filter consists of a pre-filter, HEPA filter, and a carbon filter. The W210 can combat PM 2.5 particles and bad odor.Purafresh W210 also has a dedicated filter that alerts the user when it's time to change the filter. Users can manually switch between two fan speeds as well. There is also a silent mode for nighttime.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPA (3-layer)
• Coverage: 376 sq. ft
• CADR: 210 m3/hr
• Wattage: 45W
• Price: Rs. 25,000

Philips Series 800 Air Purifier

Philips Series 800 Air Purifier has a maximum coverage of 49m2 or 527 sq. ft. With a CADR of 190m3/hr, it can clean a 20m2 room in less than 16 minutes. Philips Series 800 uses a HEPA purifier with a pre-filter.It can filter 99.5% of PM 2.5 particles and 99.99% of the virus. The numbers come from independent tests conducted by ECARF and Airmid health group.Here, you can choose between two manual speeds or set to Auto speed. There is also a Sleep mode that dims the light and reduces operating noise. The main drawback here is that there is no app support.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: HEPA (2-layer)
• Coverage: 527 sq. ft
• CADR: 190 m3/hr
• Wattage: 20W
• Price: Rs. 25,000

Samsung AX60T5080 Air Purifier

The AX60T5080 air purifier from Samsung comes with Wi-Fi connectivity. It has a 3-way airflow which is enough for medium-large living spaces. Ideal for up to 60m2 rooms, its True HEPA filter can filter 99.97% of 0.3㎛ ultra-fine dust. Users can monitor it through a 4 color indicator that shows air quality, gas purity, and fine dust concentration.

Specifications:

• Filter Type: True HEPA (3-layer)
• Coverage: 60-meter square
• CADR: 467 m3/hr
• Wattage: 60W
• Price: Rs. 44,990

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