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Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure Review | 45 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Max. CADR:535 m³/hMaximum room area:46.5 m²Maximum noise level:55 dBHEPA filter:yesWeight:9.3 kg

Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure 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.

Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 51% of air purifiers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 68%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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 52% of models
Score components

50%

6.9

Performance

40%

7.2

Features

10%

4.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 493 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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–²Better than 51%
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Technical Specifications of air purifier Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
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 52% of models
Score components:

50%

6.9

Performance

40%

7.2

Features

10%

4.1

Design

6.7
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 493 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.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.3/ 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 61% of models
Popularity:
Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure has a popularity score of 6.3 points, which is lower than 56.3% of products in this category.
6.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

7.3
Power
120 W
Market range: <10 W – >68 W
This air purifier has a power output of 120 W, which is higher than that of 99.5% of air purifiers.
Max. CADR
535 m³/h
Market range: <100 m³/h – >515 m³/h
This air purifier delivers a CADR of 535 m³/h, which is higher than that of 92.6% of air purifiers and the same as that of 0.6% of air purifiers.
Maximum room area
46.5 m²
Market range: <20 m² – >130 m²
This air purifier covers up to 46.5 m², which is smaller than 56.9% of air purifiers.
N. of speeds
4
Market range: <3 – >5
This air purifier 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
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
yes
This air purifier supports 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
black
Material
plastic
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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Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure vs the average air purifier

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  • 2.23x higher CADR
    This air purifier provides a higher clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (535 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
    535 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • 82.5 W higher power
    This air purifier has a higher power output than the average air purifier (120 W vs 37.5 W).
    120 W vs 37.5 W
  • Has a child lock
    This air purifier has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air purifier provides more fan speed settings than the average air purifier (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • Has a handle
    This air purifier has a handle; the average air purifier does not.
  • 0.03 m longer power cord
    This air purifier features a longer power cord than the average air purifier (1.8 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.83 m vs 1.8 m
  • 2.23x higher CADR
    This air purifier provides a higher clean air delivery rate than the average air purifier (535 m³/h vs 240 m³/h).
    535 m³/h vs 240 m³/h
  • 82.5 W higher power
    This air purifier has a higher power output than the average air purifier (120 W vs 37.5 W).
    120 W vs 37.5 W
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air purifier provides more fan speed settings than the average air purifier (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • Has a child lock
    This air purifier has a child lock; the average air purifier does not.
  • Has a handle
    This air purifier has a handle; the average air purifier does not.
  • 0.03 m longer power cord
    This air purifier features a longer power cord than the average air purifier (1.8 m vs 1.8 m).
    1.83 m vs 1.8 m
  • 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.
  • 2.04x higher weight
    This air purifier is heavier than the average air purifier (9.3 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    9.3 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • No timer
    This air purifier does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • No display
    This air purifier does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 24.77 cm wider width
    This air purifier is wider than the average air purifier (52.1 cm vs 27.3 cm).
    52.07 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 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
  • 2.07x more expensive
    Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure is more expensive than the average air purifier (£290 vs £140).
    £290 vs £140
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure offers worse value for money than the average air purifier (7.32 vs 7.5).
    7.32 vs 7.52
  • 5.2% less popular
    Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure is less popular than the average air purifier (6.34 vs 6.7).
    6.34 vs 6.67
  • 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
  • 2.5 m² smaller room area
    This air purifier covers a smaller room area than the average air purifier (46.5 m² vs 49 m²).
    46.5 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.
  • No timer
    This air purifier does not have a timer; the average air purifier does.
  • 2.04x higher weight
    This air purifier is heavier than the average air purifier (9.3 kg vs 4.57 kg).
    9.3 kg vs 4.57 kg
  • No display
    This air purifier does not have a display; the average air purifier does.
  • 24.77 cm wider width
    This air purifier is wider than the average air purifier (52.1 cm vs 27.3 cm).
    52.07 cm vs 27.3 cm
  • 10.96 cm taller height
    This air purifier is taller than the average air purifier (61 cm vs 50 cm).
    60.96 cm vs 50 cm
  • 3.4 cm greater depth
    This air purifier is deeper than the average air purifier (25.4 cm vs 22 cm).
    25.4 cm vs 22 cm
  • 2.63x larger external volume
    This air purifier has a larger overall volume than the average air purifier (80624.4 cm³ vs 30700.8 cm³).
    80,624.35488 cm³ vs 30,700.8 cm³

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Whirlpool Whispure AP51030K Air Purifier Review

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Based on 493 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure

  • Highly effective at removing dust, pollen, pet dander, and smoke particles from large rooms up to 500 square feet.
  • Very quiet operation when running on low or sleep mode settings.
  • Powerful fan and high Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) that circulates and clears the air quickly.
  • Long-lasting durability, with multiple users reporting continuous operation for years with basic filter changes.
  • User-friendly controls equipped with helpful filter replacement status indicator lights.

What we don't like about Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure

  • Can become quite loud and drafty when operating on high or turbo speeds.
  • Replacement True HEPA filters can be expensive to purchase over time.
  • The power cord is notably short (around 3 feet), limiting placement options near walls without an extension cord.
  • The unit has a large, bulky footprint that occupies significant floor space.
  • Occasional quality control issues reported with the modern line, including electronic sensor faults or mechanical fan-rubbing noises.

Verdict

The Whirlpool AP51030KB Whispure is a console-style air purifier engineered for large rooms up to 500 square feet, delivering a certified Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 315 CFM for smoke. It features a two-stage mechanical filtration system comprising a charcoal pre-filter to trap odors and a True HEPA filter that captures 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.3 microns, including dust, pollen, and pet dander. Main advantages include its highly effective air-clearing performance, a specialized 8-hour pre-set Sleep Mode that drops noise levels to a whisper-quiet 43-44 dBA, a powerful Turbo setting for rapid purification, and convenient electronic touch controls with filter replacement indicator lights. However, notable drawbacks include its bulky 20.5-pound design, a lack of modern smart app integration, and the ongoing maintenance cost of replacing non-washable filters.

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