Best 2021 Air Purifiers for noise level

#1 MOOKA B-D02L
4.6

Quiet operation is one of the product’s best-supported strengths, especially on low and sleep modes; high speed can still hum for sensitive users.

Pros: ozone-free operation, breathing relief

Cons: CADR rating, remote control

#2 PuroAir 240
4.6

Noise feedback is mostly positive on low, auto, and sleep modes, where owners often call it quiet enough for bedrooms. High or max speed can be noticeably loud.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, dust removal

Cons: CADR rating, air changes per hour

#3 AirDoctor 5000
4.5

Noise feedback is mostly positive from owners, who often call it quiet or almost silent. Expert testing adds nuance: low speed is sleep-friendly, but higher settings can get loud.

Pros: ozone-free operation, particle removal effectiveness

Cons: filter replacement cost, app connectivity

#4 Honeywell HPA830W
4.4

Noise is the strongest consensus area: most reviewers call it quiet, though one expert dislikes high-speed noise and one customer wanted more white noise.

Pros: dust removal, pollen removal

Cons: app connectivity, remote control

#5 Coway Airmega 250
4.4

Noise was very strong on low or smart settings, but high or level-three operation could be loud or shaky for some users.

Pros: smoke removal, CADR rating

Cons: filter replacement cost, app connectivity

#6 Levoit Core 300S
4.3

Noise level was a major strength at sleep and lower settings, though several reviewers noted max speed could be loud or merely average.

Pros: ozone-free operation, safety certifications

Cons: VOC sensor accuracy, handle design

#7 Levoit Mini-P
4.3

Noise was one of the strongest positives: most reviewers called it quiet, especially on low, though a few found high speed distracting.

Pros: energy efficiency, power consumption

Cons: scheduling options, true HEPA filter

#8 AROEVE MK01
4.2

Quietness is a major reason customers like the MK01, especially for bedrooms and sleep mode. The main negative pattern is a whine, whistle, or louder high-speed noise on some units.

Pros: customer support, allergen reduction

Cons: app connectivity, smart features

#9 Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde, HP09
4.0

Noise evidence was split: many found it quiet at lower settings or sleep use, while others found high speeds loud.

Pros: dust removal, PM2.5 detection

Cons: mold spore reduction, durability

#10 Levoit 400S
3.9

Noise was one of the most discussed tradeoffs: low and sleep settings were often praised as quiet, while high or turbo speeds drew complaints in some reviews.

Pros: ozone-free operation, build quality

Cons: VOC sensor accuracy, washable pre-filter

#11 Honeywell HPA5300
3.7

Customer evidence for noise level was mostly positive across 50 review(s), based only on cited transcript evidence.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, pollen removal

Cons: child lock, listing accuracy

#12 Alen BreatheSmart 75i
3.7

Low-speed noise is a major strength; high speeds can be more audible.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, HEPA filtration

Cons: real-time air quality monitoring, filter replacement cost

#13 Coway Airmega 250S
3.6

Noise opinions were split: some found it barely audible or bedroom-friendly, while HouseFresh criticized weak quiet-speed cleaning.

Pros: pre-filter quality, room coverage

Cons: fan speed options, filter replacement cost

#14 Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10
3.6

Noise evidence is generally positive for quiet operation, though some customers report loudness or squealing defects.

Pros: overall satisfaction, real-time air quality monitoring

Cons: VOC sensor accuracy, customer support

#16 GermGuardian AC4825
3.5

Noise feedback is mixed: many found it quiet or acceptable, but several noted high-speed or low-speed optimization problems and bedroom caveats.

Pros: filter availability, ozone-free operation

Cons: washable pre-filter, VOC reduction

#17 Dyson Purifier Cool TP07
2.9

Noise is highly mixed: many reviews praise quiet low-speed use, while many others report loud, whining, hissing, or squeaking operation.

Cons: customer support, reliability

#18 Dyson Purifier Cool Formaldehyde TP09
2.7

Noise level is the most repeated concern: some find it quiet, but many report loud, high-pitched, whistling, or screeching sounds.

Pros: allergen reduction, smoke removal

Cons: customer support, reliability