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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£25
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Max. CADR: 50 m³/h
  • Maximum room area: 10 m²
  • Maximum noise level: 55 dB
  • HEPA filter: yes
  • Weight: 0.75 kg

Airversa AP1 review. Compare 46 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Air Purifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

4.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Air Purifiers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Air Purifiers category.

Score components:

80.0%

4.4

Technical Score

20.0%

5.9

User score

Poor
4.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Purifiers category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Air Purifiers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

50.0%

2.1

Performance

40.0%

6.1

Features

10.0%

9.0

Design

Poor
5.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Purifiers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Air Purifiers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

6.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.8

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
(114)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Good
  • 4.3
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.9

    Maximum noise level

    30.0%

    4.0

    Night mode

    20.0%

    1.0

    Maximum room area

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

  • 4.2
    Allergy relief

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    Max. CADR

    30.0%

    10

    HEPA filter

    20.0%

    1.0

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    4.0

    Washable prefilter

  • 4.6
    Smoke removal

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Activated carbon filter

    30.0%

    1.0

    Max. CADR

    20.0%

    1.0

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    4.0

    Air quality indicator

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Verdict

The Airversa AP1 is a compact desktop air purifier designed for small spaces up to 10 square metres, delivering a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 50 m³/h (30 CFM) while operating on a low 5W rated power via a 5V/1A USB input. Weighing just 900 grams with dimensions of 160 x 95 x 221 mm, this highly portable unit utilizes a multi-stage filtration system to capture airborne contaminants, operating at a variable noise range between 24 and 55 dB. Main advantages include its lightweight briefcase-sized design, exceptionally low standby power consumption under 1W, and highly efficient energy usage, making it perfect for office desks or bedside setups. However, its small capacity severely limits its use in larger rooms, and it can become noticeably loud when running at its maximum 55 dB fan speed setting.

Technical Specifications of air purifier Airversa AP1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Purifiers category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Air Purifiers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

50.0%

2.1

Performance

40.0%

6.1

Features

10.0%

9.0

Design

4.4
Airversa AP1 has a technical score of 4.4 points, which is lower than 99.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Purifiers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Air Purifiers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

6.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.8

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
(114)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

5.9
Airversa AP1 has a user score of 5.9 points, which is lower than 96.7% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Air Purifiers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Air Purifiers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
3.8
Airversa AP1 has a popularity of 3.8 points, which is lower than 68.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Purifiers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Air Purifiers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.3
Airversa AP1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 92.9% of products in this category.
Power
What it is: The electrical power consumption of the air purifier during operation, measured in watts (W).
When it matters: Helpful for estimating long-term electricity costs, particularly when running the unit continuously day and night.

Importance: HIGH

5 W
Airversa AP1 has a power output of 5 W, which is lower than that of 93.9% of air purifiers and the same as that of 2.2% of air purifiers.
Max. CADR
What it is: The Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR), measuring the volume of purified air delivered per hour in cubic metres.
When it matters: Crucial for determining how rapidly the purifier circulates and cleans room air, especially for severe allergies or larger spaces.

Importance: HIGH

50 m³/h
Airversa AP1 delivers a CADR of 50 m³/h, which is lower than that of 96.9% of air purifiers.
Maximum room area
What it is: The maximum recommended floor area (in square metres) that the air purifier can effectively treat.
When it matters: Essential for matching the purifier's airflow capacity to your room size so all air is filtered thoroughly.

Importance: HIGH

10 m²
Airversa AP1 covers up to 10 m², which is smaller than 96.6% of air purifiers and the same as 2.3% of air purifiers.
N. of speeds
What it is: The number of manual airflow speed levels available to choose on the air purifier.
When it matters: Provides flexible control between whisper-quiet low speeds for sleeping and powerful high speeds for fast room clearing.

Importance: MEDIUM

3
Airversa AP1 offers 3 fan speeds, which is more than 6.7% of air purifiers and the same as 48.6% of air purifiers.
Maximum noise level
What it is: The sound level emitted by the air purifier when running at its highest fan speed, measured in decibels (dB).
When it matters: Important if you plan to use the purifier in bedrooms, nurseries, or home offices where loud fan noise causes disturbance.

Importance: HIGH

55 dB
Airversa AP1 reaches 55 dB at maximum speed, which is louder than 58.5% of air purifiers and the same as 12.2% of air purifiers.
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Air quality indicator
What it is: An optical or laser sensor system displaying real-time indoor pollution levels via color rings or numerical values.
When it matters: Provides immediate visual feedback on air cleanliness and confirms that the purifier is working effectively.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Airversa AP1 does not have an air-quality indicator. This feature is present on 65.4% of air purifiers.
Continuous purification
What it is: Engineered motor and filter architecture designed for safe, uninterrupted 24/7 operation without thermal degradation.
When it matters: Essential for maintaining permanently low allergen and dust concentrations in polluted urban areas or high-pollen seasons.

Importance: LOW

no
Airversa AP1 does not support continuous purification. This feature is present on 86.3% of air purifiers.
Auto mode
What it is: An intelligent operating mode that automatically increases or decreases fan speed based on live sensor pollution readings.
When it matters: Maximizes convenience and saves electricity by running quietly on low speed and ramping up only when pollution is detected.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Airversa AP1 does not have auto mode. This feature is present on 67% of air purifiers.
Timer
What it is: A programmable shut-off countdown timer that turns off the air purifier automatically after a set number of hours.
When it matters: Convenient for running the unit for a specific duration before leaving home or going to bed without wasting electricity.

Importance: LOW

no
Airversa AP1 does not have a timer. This feature is present on 75% of air purifiers.
Maximum timer
What it is: The longest selectable countdown duration available on the air purifier's timer, expressed in hours.
When it matters: Relevant if you prefer setting extended automated operating cycles, such as a full 8-hour workday or 12-hour overnight window.

Importance: LOW

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Color
What it is: The primary exterior color and aesthetic finish of the air purifier housing.
When it matters: Important for ensuring the appliance blends harmoniously into your room decor and furniture style.

Importance: LOW

white
Material
What it is: The primary manufacturing material used for the outer casing, such as ABS plastic, polycarbonate, or aluminum.
When it matters: Influences structural rigidity, scratch resistance, premium appearance, and ease of wiping clean.

Importance: LOW

plastic
Display
What it is: An integrated digital screen showing active fan speed, particulate pollution numbers, filter health, and active timers.
When it matters: Enables quick visual checks of air metrics and purifier settings directly on the device without picking up your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
Airversa AP1 has a display. This feature is present on 51.1% of air purifiers.
Display position
What it is: The physical placement of the display screen on the body of the air purifier (e.g., top panel or front facade).
When it matters: Affects viewing convenience: top displays are easiest to read while standing, while front displays are visible from across the room.

Importance: LOW

front
Control type
What it is: The user interface mechanism for operating the device, such as capacitive touch keys, push buttons, or rotary dials.
When it matters: Determines tactile responsiveness, ease of operation in dark rooms, and durability over years of regular use.

Importance: LOW

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Airversa AP1 vs the average air purifier

  • 83.6% lower weight
    Airversa AP1 is lighter than the average air purifier (0.8 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    What it is: The total physical net weight of the air purifier without packaging, measured in kilograms (kg).
    When it matters: Important if you frequently carry the purifier between rooms, to different floors, or place it on furniture.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 is lighter than the average air purifier (0.8 kg vs 4.57 kg).0.75 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • Has a child lock
    Airversa AP1 has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
    What it is: A safety lock feature that disables the on-device control panel buttons to prevent unintended changes.
    When it matters: Essential in households with curious toddlers or pets who might accidentally switch off the purifier or alter speed settings.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • Supports 360° purification
    Airversa AP1 supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
    What it is: A cylindrical or multi-directional intake design that draws in polluted room air from all surrounding angles.
    When it matters: Improves airflow circulation and offers versatile room placement without needing to position the intake toward open space.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • 12.7 cm shallower depth
    Airversa AP1 is shallower than the average air purifier (9.3 cm vs 22 cm).
    What it is: The front-to-back depth measurement of the air purifier, in centimetres (cm).
    When it matters: Determines how far the purifier protrudes outward into walkways or away from walls.

    Importance: LOW

    Airversa AP1 is shallower than the average air purifier (9.3 cm vs 22 cm).9.3 cm vs 22 cm
  • 11.8 cm narrower width
    Airversa AP1 is narrower than the average air purifier (15.5 cm vs 27.3 cm).
    What it is: The horizontal width across the front of the air purifier, measured in centimetres (cm).
    When it matters: Essential for confirming the unit fits neatly between furniture, in tight corners, or on compact bedside tables.

    Importance: LOW

    Airversa AP1 is narrower than the average air purifier (15.5 cm vs 27.3 cm).15.5 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 27.7 cm shorter height
    Airversa AP1 has a lower height than the average air purifier (22.3 cm vs 50 cm).
    What it is: The vertical height of the air purifier unit, measured in centimetres (cm).
    When it matters: Important for ensuring the unit fits underneath tables, under low window sills, or onto designated shelves.

    Importance: LOW

    Airversa AP1 has a lower height than the average air purifier (22.3 cm vs 50 cm).22.3 cm vs 50 cm
  • 5.6x cheaper
    Airversa AP1 is cheaper than the average air purifier (£25 vs £140).
    Airversa AP1 is cheaper than the average air purifier (£25 vs £140).£25 vs £140
  • Supports 360° purification
    Airversa AP1 supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • Has a child lock
    Airversa AP1 has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • 83.6% lower weight
    Airversa AP1 is lighter than the average air purifier (0.8 kg vs 4.57 kg).
  • 12.7 cm shallower depth
    Airversa AP1 is shallower than the average air purifier (9.3 cm vs 22 cm).
  • 11.8 cm narrower width
    Airversa AP1 is narrower than the average air purifier (15.5 cm vs 27.3 cm).
  • 27.7 cm shorter height
    Airversa AP1 has a lower height than the average air purifier (22.3 cm vs 50 cm).

Total
Overall
Performance
Features
Design
  • 79.2% lower CADR
    Airversa AP1 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (50 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
  • 39 m² smaller room area
    Airversa AP1 covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).
  • 32.5 W lower power
    Airversa AP1 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (5 W vs 37.5 W).
  • Lower Manufacturer warranty
    Airversa AP1 offers lower Manufacturer warranty than the average air purifier (1 years vs $$$).
  • 2 dB higher maximum noise level
    Airversa AP1 runs louder at maximum speed than the average air purifier (55 dB vs 53 dB).
  • No air-quality indicator
    Airversa AP1 does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    Airversa AP1 does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    Airversa AP1 does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 0.27 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    Airversa AP1 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.7% vs 99.97%).
  • No night mode
    Airversa AP1 does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No timer
    Airversa AP1 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No continuous purification
    Airversa AP1 does not support continuous purification; the average air purifier does.
  • 1 fewer filtration stage
    Airversa AP1 features fewer filtration stages than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).
  • 28042.48 cm³ larger external volume
    Airversa AP1 has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (3214.5 cm³ vs 31257.025 cm³).
  • 79.2% lower CADR
    Airversa AP1 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (50 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
    What it is: The Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR), measuring the volume of purified air delivered per hour in cubic metres.
    When it matters: Crucial for determining how rapidly the purifier circulates and cleans room air, especially for severe allergies or larger spaces.

    Importance: HIGH

    Airversa AP1 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (50 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).50 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • 39 m² smaller room area
    Airversa AP1 covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).
    What it is: The maximum recommended floor area (in square metres) that the air purifier can effectively treat.
    When it matters: Essential for matching the purifier's airflow capacity to your room size so all air is filtered thoroughly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Airversa AP1 covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).10 m² vs 49 m²
  • No air-quality indicator
    Airversa AP1 does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
    What it is: An optical or laser sensor system displaying real-time indoor pollution levels via color rings or numerical values.
    When it matters: Provides immediate visual feedback on air cleanliness and confirms that the purifier is working effectively.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    Airversa AP1 does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
    What it is: An intelligent operating mode that automatically increases or decreases fan speed based on live sensor pollution readings.
    When it matters: Maximizes convenience and saves electricity by running quietly on low speed and ramping up only when pollution is detected.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    Airversa AP1 does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
    What it is: A reusable outer mesh screen that traps hair, pet fur, and coarse dust, and can be rinsed clean under running water.
    When it matters: Substantially extends the lifespan of expensive inner HEPA and carbon filters by stopping large debris from clogging them.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 32.5 W lower power
    Airversa AP1 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (5 W vs 37.5 W).
    What it is: The electrical power consumption of the air purifier during operation, measured in watts (W).
    When it matters: Helpful for estimating long-term electricity costs, particularly when running the unit continuously day and night.

    Importance: HIGH

    Airversa AP1 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (5 W vs 37.5 W).5 W vs 37.5 W
  • 0.27 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    Airversa AP1 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.7% vs 99.97%).
    What it is: The certified laboratory efficiency percentage demonstrating the purifier's ability to eliminate airborne bacteria and microbes.
    When it matters: Reassuring for hygiene-focused households, medical offices, or homes with infants where airborne pathogen reduction is a priority.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.7% vs 99.97%).99.7 % vs 99.97 %
  • No night mode
    Airversa AP1 does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
    What it is: A specialized sleep mode that locks the fan to its quietest low-speed setting and dims or extinguishes all control lights.
    When it matters: Essential for light sleepers and bedrooms, preventing distracting illumination and audible motor hum throughout the night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Airversa AP1 does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
114 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Airversa AP1?

  • Native Apple HomeKit integration and responsive Thread network connectivity
  • Effective three-stage H13 True HEPA and active carbon air filtration
  • Real-time PM2.5 air quality monitoring with a color-changing LED ring display
  • Quiet operation especially when utilizing the dedicated night and sleep modes
  • User-friendly touchscreen control panel with adaptive brightness and child lock

What customers dislike about Airversa AP1?

  • Smart features are exclusive to iOS and completely lack Android app compatibility
  • Ongoing maintenance costs can become expensive due to the price of replacement filters
  • Full Thread network functionality demands an additional Apple Home Hub like a HomePod
  • Certain settings like sleep mode and filter life are missing from the native Apple Home app

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15/11/2022
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30/11/2022
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Review AIRVERSA Purelle: The first HomeKit air purifier with Thread support

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