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OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact Review | 45 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Max. CADR:14 m³/hMaximum room area:?Maximum noise level:36 dBHEPA filter:noWeight:0.5 kg

OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact 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.

OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact
5.1/10

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

80%

5.1

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 99% of air purifiers
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 97%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

50%

4.9

Performance

40%

4.6

Features

10%

7.4

Design

▼Worse than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £70
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Technical Specifications of air purifier OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

50%

4.9

Performance

40%

4.6

Features

10%

7.4

Design

5.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 84.7% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.5
Power
12 W
Market range: <10 W – >68 W
This air purifier has a power output of 12 W, which is lower than that of 86.7% of air purifiers and the same as that of 1.1% of air purifiers.
Max. CADR
14 m³/h
Market range: <100 m³/h – >515 m³/h
This air purifier delivers a CADR of 14 m³/h, which is lower than that of 99.4% of air purifiers.
Maximum room area
?
N. of speeds
2
Market range: <3 – >5
This air purifier offers 2 fan speeds, which is fewer than 93.9% of air purifiers and the same as 4.5% of air purifiers.
Maximum noise level
36 dB
Market range: <32 dB – >61 dB
This air purifier reaches 36 dB at maximum speed, which is quieter than 95.1% of air purifiers and the same as 0.6% 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
yes
This air purifier has a timer. This feature is present on 75% of air purifiers.
Maximum timer
1 hour
Market range: <8 hours – >24 hours
This air purifier features a maximum timer of 1 hour, which is shorter than that of 100% of air purifiers.
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Color
grey
Material
aluminium
Display
no
This air purifier does not have a display. This feature is present on 51.1% of air purifiers.
Display position
N/A
Control type
buttons
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OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact vs the average air purifier

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  • 17 dB lower maximum noise level
    This air purifier runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (36 dB vs 53 dB).
    36 dB vs 53 dB
  • 89.1% lower weight
    This air purifier is lighter than the average air purifier (0.5 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    0.5 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • Supports 360° purification
    This air purifier supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • Has UV light
    This air purifier has UV light; the average air purifier does not.
  • 20.7 cm narrower width
    This air purifier is narrower than the average air purifier (6.6 cm vs 27.3 cm).
    6.6 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 15.4 cm shallower depth
    This air purifier is shallower than the average air purifier (6.6 cm vs 22 cm).
    6.6 cm vs 22 cm
  • 26 cm shorter height
    This air purifier has a lower height than the average air purifier (24 cm vs 50 cm).
    24 cm vs 50 cm
  • 2x cheaper
    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact is cheaper than the average air purifier (£70 vs £140).
    £70 vs £140
  • 2x cheaper
    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact is cheaper than the average air purifier (£70 vs £140).
    £70 vs £140
  • 17 dB lower maximum noise level
    This air purifier runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (36 dB vs 53 dB).
    36 dB vs 53 dB
  • Supports 360° purification
    This air purifier supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • Has UV light
    This air purifier has UV light; the average air purifier does not.
  • 89.1% lower weight
    This air purifier is lighter than the average air purifier (0.5 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    0.5 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • 20.7 cm narrower width
    This air purifier is narrower than the average air purifier (6.6 cm vs 27.3 cm).
    6.6 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 15.4 cm shallower depth
    This air purifier is shallower than the average air purifier (6.6 cm vs 22 cm).
    6.6 cm vs 22 cm
  • 26 cm shorter height
    This air purifier has a lower height than the average air purifier (24 cm vs 50 cm).
    24 cm vs 50 cm
  • 94.2% lower CADR
    This air purifier provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (14 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
    14 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • No HEPA filter
    This air purifier does not have a HEPA filter; the average air purifier does.
  • 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 activated carbon filter
    This air purifier does not have an activated carbon filter; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    This air purifier does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 25.5 W lower power
    This air purifier has a lower power output than the average air purifier (12 W vs 37.5 W).
    12 W vs 37.5 W
  • No night mode
    This air purifier does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
  • 14.9% worse value for money
    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact offers worse value for money than the average air purifier (6.54 vs 7.5).
    6.54 vs 7.52
  • 6.67x less popular
    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact is less popular than the average air purifier (1 vs 6.7).
    1 vs 6.67
  • 0.6% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 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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    ▼
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    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact
    the average air purifier
    OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact has a lower user score than the average air purifier (8.00 vs 8.048).
    8 vs 8.05
  • 94.2% lower CADR
    This air purifier provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (14 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
    14 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • 25.5 W lower power
    This air purifier has a lower power output than the average air purifier (12 W vs 37.5 W).
    12 W vs 37.5 W
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    This air purifier provides fewer fan speed settings than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • No HEPA filter
    This air purifier does not have a HEPA filter; the average air purifier does.
  • 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 activated carbon filter
    This air purifier does not have an activated carbon filter; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    This air purifier does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • No night mode
    This air purifier does not have night mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No dirty-filter indicator
    This air purifier does not have a dirty-filter indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • 0.07 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    This air purifier achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.9 % vs 99.97 %).
    99.9 % vs 99.97 %
  • No continuous purification
    This air purifier does not support continuous purification; the average air purifier does.
  • 7 hours shorter timer
    This air purifier offers a shorter timer duration than the average air purifier (1 hours vs 8 hours).
    1 hours vs 8 hours
  • Not suitable for reducing airborne mold spores
    This air purifier is not suitable for reducing airborne mold spores, the average air purifier is.
  • Not specifically suitable for homes with pets
    This air purifier is not specifically suitable for homes with pets, unlike the average air purifier.
  • No display
    This air purifier does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 0.8 m shorter power cord
    This air purifier features a shorter power cord than the average air purifier (1 m vs 1.8 m).
    1 m vs 1.8 m
  • 96.6% larger external volume
    This air purifier has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (1045.4 cm³ vs 30700.8 cm³).
    1,045.44 cm³ vs 30,700.8 cm³

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What we like about OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact

  • Highly portable and lightweight design that easily fits inside handbags or vehicle cup holders.
  • Utilises protected UV-C disinfection technology to reliably eliminate up to 99.9% of viruses and bacteria.
  • Extremely quiet operation, keeping noise levels under 36 dB during use.
  • Safe to use in close proximity to people and pets due to an ingenious hidden lamp design.
  • Equipped with a rechargeable battery, providing freedom from continuous cable tangles while on the go.
  • Features a premium aluminum build quality that looks sleek and stylish.

What we don't like about OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact

  • Short battery lifespan of approximately 60 to 90 minutes per charge.
  • Limited coverage area, with an effective purification radius of only up to 1 metre.
  • The basic model focuses primarily on UV sterilization and lacks a HEPA filter for trapping physical dust and pollen particles.
  • Includes an automatic shutdown safety feature after roughly an hour, which disrupts continuous operation unless plugged into a stable power source.

Verdict

The OSRAM AirZing UV-Compact is a portable, battery-powered air purifier designed for small spaces like vehicle cabins and desks, featuring a lightweight 0.5 kg aluminum and ABS plastic body that measures 66 mm in diameter and 240 mm in height. It operates using a built-in OSRAM PURITEC HNS 7W UV-C germicidal lamp, drawing in ambient air across a two-speed fan system with a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 14 m³/h to eliminate up to 99.9% of viruses, bacteria, spores, and mould within a 1-metre purification radius. Key advantages include a maximum noise level of just 38 dB for ultra-quiet operation, a safety-focused enclosed design that protects humans and pets from direct UV exposure, and maximum portability allowing it to fit into car cup holders or handbags. However, its primary drawbacks are a relatively short rechargeable battery life of up to 1.5 hours per charge, a prolonged recharge time of up to 4 hours via USB-C depending on the power source, and a lack of true particulate or HEPA filtration on the base model.

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