Philips 800 Series AC0830/10 Review | 46 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£160
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Max. CADR: 190 m³/h
  • Maximum room area: 49
  • Maximum noise level: 49 dB
  • HEPA filter: yes
  • Weight: 2.4 kg

Philips 800 Series AC0830/10 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.

6.1

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%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.1

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%

4.5

Performance

40.0%

7.9

Features

10.0%

6.7

Design

Good
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.2
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.8

    Maximum noise level

    30.0%

    10

    Night mode

    20.0%

    4.1

    Maximum room area

    15.0%

    9.2

    Weight

  • 7.0
    Allergy relief

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.1

    Max. CADR

    30.0%

    10

    HEPA filter

    20.0%

    5.5

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    10

    Washable prefilter

  • 7.3
    Smoke removal

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Activated carbon filter

    30.0%

    4.1

    Max. CADR

    20.0%

    5.5

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    10

    Air quality indicator

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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The Philips 800 Series AC0830/10 is a compact, 2.4 kg grey air purifier engineered for rooms up to 49 m², utilizing a 3-layer filtration system consisting of a pre-filter, an Active Carbon filter, and a NanoProtect HEPA filter to capture 99.5% of ultra-fine particles down to 0.003 microns. Main pros include a swift Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 190 m³/h that can clean a 20 m² room in under 16 minutes, an intelligent auto purification mode guided by an optical PM2.5 sensor with a 4-step real-time color ring display, a maximum power draw of just 22 W, and an ultra-quiet sleep mode that dims indicator lights and operates at a whisper-quiet 19 dB. However, key cons include a noisy 61 dB output at its highest turbo speed, the lack of built-in timers, and a complete absence of Wi-Fi connectivity or app control.

Technical Specifications of air purifier Philips 800 Series AC0830/10

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%

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Performance

40.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

6.1
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 66.1% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 84.2% 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%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

7.1
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is lower than 70% 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

20 W
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a power output of 20 W, which is lower than that of 79.6% of air purifiers and the same as that of 1.7% 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

190 m³/h
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 delivers a CADR of 190 m³/h, which is lower than that of 66.5% of air purifiers and the same as that of 1.9% 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

49 m²
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 covers up to 49 m², which is larger than 47.7% 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

2
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 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
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

49 dB
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 reaches 49 dB at maximum speed, which is quieter than 73.8% of air purifiers and the same as 7.3% 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

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Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has 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

yes
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 supports 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

yes
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has 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
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 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

grey
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

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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

no
Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have 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

N/A
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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Philips 800 Series AC0830/10 vs the average air purifier

  • Has ECARF certification
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has ECARF certification; the average air purifier does not.
    What it is: An independent certification from the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation verifying proven allergy-friendly performance.
    When it matters: Provides clinical reassurance for allergy and asthma sufferers that the unit significantly reduces airborne pollen and allergen loads.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has ECARF certification; the average air purifier does not.
  • Supports 360° purification
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • 4 dB lower maximum noise level
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (49 dB vs 53 dB).
    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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (49 dB vs 53 dB).49 dB vs 53 dB
  • 47.5% lower weight
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is lighter than the average air purifier (2.4 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is lighter than the average air purifier (2.4 kg vs 4.57 kg).2.4 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • 13.3 cm shorter height
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower height than the average air purifier (36.7 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower height than the average air purifier (36.7 cm vs 50 cm).36.7 cm vs 50 cm
  • 2.3 cm narrower width
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is narrower than the average air purifier (25 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is narrower than the average air purifier (25 cm vs 27.3 cm).25 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • Supports 360° purification
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 supports 360° purification; the average air purifier does not.
  • 4 dB lower maximum noise level
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (49 dB vs 53 dB).
  • Has ECARF certification
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has ECARF certification; the average air purifier does not.
  • 47.5% lower weight
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is lighter than the average air purifier (2.4 kg vs 4.57 kg).
  • 13.3 cm shorter height
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower height than the average air purifier (36.7 cm vs 50 cm).
  • 2.3 cm narrower width
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is narrower than the average air purifier (25 cm vs 27.3 cm).
  • 17.5 W lower power
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (20 W vs 37.5 W).
  • 20.8% lower CADR
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (190 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides fewer fan speed settings than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).
  • 0.47 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.5% vs 99.97%).
  • No timer
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No display
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 3 cm greater depth
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is deeper than the average air purifier (25 cm vs 22 cm).
  • 0.2 m shorter power cord
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 features a shorter power cord than the average air purifier (1.6 m vs 1.8 m).
  • 8319.53 cm³ larger external volume
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (22937.5 cm³ vs 31257.025 cm³).
  • 0.47 % percentage points lower bacteria elimination
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.5% 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 achieves lower certified bacteria elimination than the average air purifier (99.5% vs 99.97%).99.5 % vs 99.97 %
  • 17.5 W lower power
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (20 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (20 W vs 37.5 W).20 W vs 37.5 W
  • 20.8% lower CADR
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (190 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (190 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).190 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • No timer
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
    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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No display
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
    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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 1 fewer fan speeds
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides fewer fan speed settings than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).
    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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 provides fewer fan speed settings than the average air purifier (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 3 cm greater depth
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is deeper than the average air purifier (25 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

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 is deeper than the average air purifier (25 cm vs 22 cm).25 cm vs 22 cm
  • 0.2 m shorter power cord
    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 features a shorter power cord than the average air purifier (1.6 m vs 1.8 m).
    What it is: The total physical reach of the supplied electrical power cord, measured in metres (m).
    When it matters: Determines optimal placement flexibility relative to wall power outlets without needing extension cables.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips 800 Series AC830/10 features a shorter power cord than the average air purifier (1.6 m vs 1.8 m).1.6 m vs 1.8 m

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What customers like about Philips 800 Series AC0830/10?

  • Highly effective at reducing allergy and asthma symptoms by capturing dust, pollen, and pet dander
  • Intuitive real-time air quality tracking with a helpful four-stage color-coded light ring
  • Virtually silent and dim display settings during sleep mode, making it ideal for bedrooms
  • Compact, lightweight, and modern design that easily fits into small spaces
  • Straightforward operation with a simple one-touch control interface
  • Efficient automatic mode that adjusts fan speed dynamically based on particle sensors

What customers dislike about Philips 800 Series AC0830/10?

  • Lacks smart app connectivity and remote control functionality
  • Does not feature a digital display screen to read precise numeric air quality values
  • Relatively low Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) makes it less suitable for larger living rooms
  • Fails to include rubber pads or a non-slip base, making it slide easily on smooth furniture surfaces

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