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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£45
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Max. CADR: 42 m³/h
  • Maximum room area: 10 m²
  • Maximum noise level: 52 dB
  • HEPA filter: yes
  • Weight: 1.25 kg

PureMate PM501 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.

5.5

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%

4.6

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Good
4.6

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%

6.8

Features

10.0%

8.5

Design

Poor
9.1

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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

9.7

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(967)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 6.4
    Bedroom use

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.9

    Maximum noise level

    30.0%

    10

    Night mode

    20.0%

    1.0

    Maximum room area

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

  • 5.1
    Allergy relief

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    Max. CADR

    30.0%

    10

    HEPA filter

    20.0%

    5.5

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    4.0

    Washable prefilter

  • 5.5
    Smoke removal

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Activated carbon filter

    30.0%

    1.0

    Max. CADR

    20.0%

    5.5

    Number of filtration stages

    15.0%

    4.0

    Air quality indicator

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Verdict

The PureMate PM501 is a compact, corded-electric air purifier featuring a 3-in-1 multi-layer purification process comprised of a pre-filter, an activated carbon filter, and a True HEPA filter that captures 99.97% of airborne allergens down to 0.3 microns. Designed for small rooms up to 10m², it operates with a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 42m³/h, spans four fan speeds, and includes adjustable LED brightness alongside an ultra-quiet sleep mode that caps at 29dB. Main advantages include its lightweight 1.25kg portability, highly straightforward one-button control panel, energy-efficient power consumption (3W to 10W), and a helpful filter replacement LED indicator. However, its limited CADR and 10m² operating coverage restrict its effectiveness in larger living areas, and the unit can reach a louder noise level of 52dB when pushed to its maximum turbo setting.

Technical Specifications of air purifier PureMate PM501

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%

6.8

Features

10.0%

8.5

Design

4.6
PureMate PM501 has a technical score of 4.65 points, which is lower than 97.3% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

9.7

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(967)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.1
PureMate PM501 has a user score of 9.08 points, which is higher than 74.3% 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.
9.7
PureMate PM501 has a popularity of 9.7 points, which is higher than 72.1% 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%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
PureMate PM501 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 79.2% 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

10 W
PureMate PM501 has a power output of 10 W, which is lower than that of 89% 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

42 m³/h
PureMate PM501 delivers a CADR of 42 m³/h, which is lower than that of 97.5% of air purifiers and the same as that of 0.6% 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
PureMate PM501 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

4
PureMate PM501 offers 4 fan speeds, which is more than 55.9% of air purifiers and the same as 25.1% 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

52 dB
PureMate PM501 reaches 52 dB at maximum speed, which is quieter than 51.2% 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

no
PureMate PM501 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

yes
PureMate PM501 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

no
PureMate PM501 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
PureMate PM501 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

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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
PureMate PM501 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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PureMate PM501 vs the average air purifier

  • Has a fan function
    PureMate PM501 has a fan function; the average air purifier does not.
    What it is: A dedicated high-velocity ventilation mode that circulates cooling airflow like a traditional tower or desk fan.
    When it matters: Useful during warmer summer months to provide personal cooling breezes while purifying indoor air simultaneously.

    Importance: LOW

    PureMate PM501 has a fan function; the average air purifier does not.
  • 72.6% lower weight
    PureMate PM501 is lighter than the average air purifier (1.3 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

    PureMate PM501 is lighter than the average air purifier (1.3 kg vs 4.57 kg).1.25 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • 1 more fan speeds
    PureMate PM501 provides more fan speed settings than the average air purifier (4 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

    PureMate PM501 provides more fan speed settings than the average air purifier (4 vs 3).4 vs 3
  • 9.3 cm narrower width
    PureMate PM501 is narrower than the average air purifier (18 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

    PureMate PM501 is narrower than the average air purifier (18 cm vs 27.3 cm).18 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 22 cm shorter height
    PureMate PM501 has a lower height than the average air purifier (28 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

    PureMate PM501 has a lower height than the average air purifier (28 cm vs 50 cm).28 cm vs 50 cm
  • 4 cm shallower depth
    PureMate PM501 is shallower than the average air purifier (18 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

    PureMate PM501 is shallower than the average air purifier (18 cm vs 22 cm).18 cm vs 22 cm
  • 3.11x cheaper
    PureMate PM501 is cheaper than the average air purifier (£45 vs £140).
    PureMate PM501 is cheaper than the average air purifier (£45 vs £140).£45 vs £140
  • 13.5% higher user score
    PureMate PM501 has a higher user score than the average air purifier (9.08 vs 8).
    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.
    PureMate PM501 has a higher user score than the average air purifier (9.08 vs 8).9.08 vs 8
  • 1 more fan speeds
    PureMate PM501 provides more fan speed settings than the average air purifier (4 vs 3).
  • 1 dB lower maximum noise level
    PureMate PM501 runs quieter at maximum speed than the average air purifier (52 dB vs 53 dB).
  • Has a fan function
    PureMate PM501 has a fan function; the average air purifier does not.
  • 72.6% lower weight
    PureMate PM501 is lighter than the average air purifier (1.3 kg vs 4.57 kg).
  • 9.3 cm narrower width
    PureMate PM501 is narrower than the average air purifier (18 cm vs 27.3 cm).
  • 22 cm shorter height
    PureMate PM501 has a lower height than the average air purifier (28 cm vs 50 cm).
  • 4 cm shallower depth
    PureMate PM501 is shallower than the average air purifier (18 cm vs 22 cm).

Total
Overall
Performance
Features
Design
  • 82.5% lower CADR
    PureMate PM501 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (42 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
  • 39 m² smaller room area
    PureMate PM501 covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).
  • 27.5 W lower power
    PureMate PM501 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (10 W vs 37.5 W).
  • Lower Manufacturer warranty
    PureMate PM501 offers lower Manufacturer warranty than the average air purifier (1 years vs $$$).
  • No air-quality indicator
    PureMate PM501 does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    PureMate PM501 does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    PureMate PM501 does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • No timer
    PureMate PM501 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No display
    PureMate PM501 does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 22185.03 cm³ larger external volume
    PureMate PM501 has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (9072 cm³ vs 31257.025 cm³).
  • 82.5% lower CADR
    PureMate PM501 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (42 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

    PureMate PM501 provides a lower clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (42 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).42 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • 39 m² smaller room area
    PureMate PM501 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

    PureMate PM501 covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (10 m² vs 49 m²).10 m² vs 49 m²
  • No air-quality indicator
    PureMate PM501 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

    PureMate PM501 does not have an air-quality indicator; the average air purifier does.
  • No auto mode
    PureMate PM501 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

    PureMate PM501 does not have auto mode; the average air purifier does.
  • No washable prefilter
    PureMate PM501 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

    PureMate PM501 does not have a washable prefilter; the average air purifier does.
  • 27.5 W lower power
    PureMate PM501 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (10 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

    PureMate PM501 has a lower power output than the average air purifier (10 W vs 37.5 W).10 W vs 37.5 W
  • Lower Manufacturer warranty
    PureMate PM501 offers lower Manufacturer warranty than the average air purifier (1 years vs $$$).
    What it is: This attribute shows the air purifier's manufacturer warranty.
    When it matters: It matters if longer manufacturer coverage is important to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    PureMate PM501 offers lower Manufacturer warranty than the average air purifier (1 years vs $$$).1 years vs 2 years
  • No timer
    PureMate PM501 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

    PureMate PM501 does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
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United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
967 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about PureMate PM501?

  • Effective at filtering common air pollutants like dust, pet dander, and smoke
  • Noticeably improves air quality and breathing comfort for allergy sufferers
  • Operates very quietly when used on the lower fan and sleep settings
  • Compact, lightweight, and space-saving design
  • Simple, user-friendly control panel and easy setup process
  • Good value for money as an affordable entry-level purifier

What customers dislike about PureMate PM501?

  • Can become quite loud and distracting when running on higher or turbo settings
  • Requires regular maintenance, including frequent vacuuming of the filter
  • Only effective in small spaces and lacks the power needed for larger rooms
  • Initial user oversight risk if forgotten to remove the protective plastic wrap from the filter before first use

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