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Airversa AP1 Review | 45 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Max. CADR:50 m³/hMaximum room area:10 m²Maximum noise level:55 dBHEPA filter:yesWeight:0.75 kg

Airversa AP1 Review: Compare 45 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Air Purifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

Airversa AP1
4.8/10

Overall score

Score
4.8/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

80%

4.4

Technical score

20%

6.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of air purifiers
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

4.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
4.4

Technical score

Technical score
4.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

50%

2.2

Performance

40%

6.1

Features

10%

8.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 99%
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 114 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 97%
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Technical Specifications of air purifier Airversa AP1

Technical score
Technical score
4.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

50%

2.2

Performance

40%

6.1

Features

10%

8.9

Design

4.4
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 114 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Popularity:
Airversa AP1 has a popularity score of 5.6 points, which is lower than 68.3% of products in this category.
5.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

4.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.4
Power
5 W
Market range: <10 W – >68 W
This air purifier 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
50 m³/h
Market range: <100 m³/h – >515 m³/h
This air purifier delivers a CADR of 50 m³/h, which is lower than that of 96.9% of air purifiers.
Maximum room area
10 m²
Market range: <20 m² – >130 m²
This air purifier 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
3
Market range: <3 – >5
This air purifier 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
55 dB
Market range: <32 dB – >61 dB
This air purifier 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
no
This air purifier does not have an air-quality indicator. This feature is present on 65.4% of air purifiers.
Continuous purification
no
This air purifier does not support continuous purification. This feature is present on 86.3% of air purifiers.
Auto mode
no
This air purifier does not have auto mode. This feature is present on 67% of air purifiers.
Timer
no
This air purifier does not have a timer. This feature is present on 75% of air purifiers.
Maximum timer
N/A
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Color
white
Material
plastic
Display
yes
This air purifier has a display. This feature is present on 51.1% of air purifiers.
Display position
front
Control type
touch
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Airversa AP1 vs the average air purifier

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  • 83.6% lower weight
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • Supports 360° purification
    This air purifier supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • 12.7 cm shallower depth
    This air purifier is shallower than the average air purifier (9.3 cm vs 22 cm).
    9.3 cm vs 22 cm
  • 11.8 cm narrower width
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier 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).
    £25 vs £140
  • 5.6x cheaper
    Airversa AP1 is cheaper than the average air purifier (£25 vs £140).
    £25 vs £140
  • Supports 360° purification
    This air purifier supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • Has a child lock
    This air purifier has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • 83.6% lower weight
    This air purifier is lighter than the average air purifier (0.8 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    0.75 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • 12.7 cm shallower depth
    This air purifier is shallower than the average air purifier (9.3 cm vs 22 cm).
    9.3 cm vs 22 cm
  • 11.8 cm narrower width
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier has a lower height than the average air purifier (22.3 cm vs 50 cm).
    22.3 cm vs 50 cm
  • 79.2% lower CADR
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).
    10 m² vs 49 m²
  • No air-quality indicator
    This air purifier does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    This air purifier does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    This air purifier does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 32.5 W lower power
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.7 % vs 99.97 %).
    99.7 % vs 99.97 %
  • No night mode
    This air purifier does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
  • 25.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    Airversa AP1
    the average air purifier
    Airversa AP1 has a lower user score than the average air purifier (6.43 vs 8.048).
    6.43 vs 8.05
  • 17.7% worse value for money
    Airversa AP1 offers worse value for money than the average air purifier (6.39 vs 7.5).
    6.39 vs 7.52
  • 19.8% less popular
    Airversa AP1 is less popular than the average air purifier (5.56 vs 6.7).
    5.56 vs 6.67
  • 79.2% lower CADR
    This air purifier 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
    This air purifier covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).
    10 m² vs 49 m²
  • 32.5 W lower power
    This air purifier has a lower power output than the average air purifier (5 W vs 37.5 W).
    5 W vs 37.5 W
  • 2 dB higher maximum noise level
    This air purifier runs louder at maximum speed than the average air purifier (55 dB vs 53 dB).
    55 dB vs 53 dB
  • No air-quality indicator
    This air purifier does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    This air purifier does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    This air purifier does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 0.27 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    This air purifier achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.7 % vs 99.97 %).
    99.7 % vs 99.97 %
  • No night mode
    This air purifier does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No timer
    This air purifier does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No continuous purification
    This air purifier does not support continuous purification; the average air purifier does.
  • 1 fewer filtration stages
    This air purifier features fewer filtration stages than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 89.5% larger external volume
    This air purifier has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (3214.5 cm³ vs 30700.8 cm³).
    3,214.545 cm³ vs 30,700.8 cm³

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Third-party reviews

Based on 114 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we 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 we don't like 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

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.

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