Best 2022 Air Purifiers for noise level

#1 Levoit EverestAir
4.7

Noise is a major strength on low, sleep, and auto modes, though turbo and defect-related noises are caveats.

Pros: air purification performance, allergen reduction

Cons: reliability, filter replacement cost

#2 Alen BreatheSmart 45i
4.6

Noise is a major strength at low and quiet speeds, although higher settings are more audible.

Pros: air quality sensor accuracy, real-time air quality monitoring

Cons: condition on arrival, remote control

#3 Shark HP102
4.6

Most users found it very quiet, especially on low or auto, but some disliked max-speed or humming noise.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, PM2.5 detection

Cons: durability, aromatherapy feature

#4 MOOKA AP-S0610L
4.5

Quiet operation is one of the biggest selling points, with many buyers calling it soft, peaceful, or barely noticeable. A smaller group found high speed, clicking, or later rattling too...

Pros: pollen removal, filter replacement cost

Cons: auto mode performance, documentation quality

#5 Blueair Blue Pure 511
4.3

Quiet operation is the product's standout strength, particularly on low or sleep settings. Complaints mostly involve higher-speed noise, isolated whines, or a newer unit that seemed louder.

Pros: sleep mode, customer support

Cons: auto mode performance, air quality sensor accuracy

#6 Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max
4.3

Noise was mostly praised at low or sleep settings, but some reviewers complained about top-speed loudness or buzzing.

Pros: dust removal, pollen removal

Cons: child lock, true HEPA filter

#7 Purivortex PX500
4.2

Noise feedback is mostly favorable at low or normal settings, with many users calling it quiet or pleasant white noise. Complaints focus on high speed, shrill pitch, or units that...

Pros: pollen removal, pet dander removal

Cons: filter availability, power consumption

#8 Shark HP201
4.1

Noise is split: many owners call it quiet or whisper quiet, especially on low or normal operation. High speed, red-zone cleaning, and heavy odor/smoke events can get loud enough to...

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, sleep mode

Cons: power connector fit, safety concerns

#9 Shark HP202
4.1

Most reviewers found low or auto settings quiet, while high speed, cycling, or failing auto mode could become loud or annoying.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, real-time air quality monitoring

Cons: customer support, durability

#10 AROEVE MK06
4.1

Noise is mostly a positive, especially on low and sleep settings where it is described as quiet or gentle white noise. Some buyers find higher speeds, whining, or overall sound...

Pros: pollen removal, VOC reduction

Cons: warranty coverage, scheduling options

#11 Honeywell InSight HPA5100
4.1

Noise was sharply mixed: many found it quiet enough for sleep, while others complained about hum or loudness above low speed.

Pros: pollen removal, smoke removal

Cons: customer support, auto mode performance

#12 Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max
4.0

Noise feedback is generally positive at low or relative airflow settings, though two reviews warn it is not truly whisper-quiet at higher speeds.

Pros: fan speed options, CADR rating

Cons: true HEPA filter, handle design

#13 Honeywell HPA3100
3.7

Noise is the most divided trait. Many call it quiet or pleasant white noise, but a sizable group reports hum, buzz, rattling, high pitch, or loud operation even on low.

Pros: particle removal effectiveness, pet dander removal

Cons: safety concerns, real-time air quality monitoring