Air purifiers can be very beneficial for people with allergies. The same goes for our pets. If your dog has environmental allergies in particular, there could be an army of irritants inside your home that is causing them discomfort. We have had one in our home for years now since all three of us suffer from allergies to some degree. And once you have one, it will be difficult to go back. This post will help you decide which type of air purifier will work best for you, as well as some recommendations for the best air purifiers for pets.
What to Look For
As helpful as air purifiers can be, it can be difficult to filter out the best options, am I right? (Sorry). There are a few things to know before selecting the right one for you. First, make sure it comes with a HEPA filter to capture ultra-fine particles. It is important to note that these filters need to be replaced every year or so, and they can be expensive. There are some models that come with cleanable HEPA filters, so that could be a way to cut down on the maintenance cost.
Next, consider the space you want to filter. Air purifiers will have maximum coverage area, so be sure you look for one that is powerful enough to cover the appropriate footage you are needing.
Quietness is also something to consider. Especially if you work from home or will be using it while you sleep. It may be enticing to go with a cheaper model that might be louder, but if you have to crank it up to the highest setting to see any results, you may want to consider stepping up a level or two. Not only will it last longer and run at a quieter speed, it will be more efficient as well.
Ok, let’s get to it. Here are our suggestions for the best air purifiers for pets.
This unit is compact and quiet, but don’t let that fool you. It’s powerful enough to clean spaces up to 140 square feet, which is perfect for bedrooms or a home office. It’s also the most wallet friendly on the list. It contains two zeolite filters that specifically target pet odors. And as a bonus, it also has a permanent HEPA filter that never needs to be replaced. Simply vacuum clean the filter as necessary. The unit is quite functional, as it can be used either vertically or horizontally. If you’re on a budget, but still want an air purifier for you and your pet, this is the one for you.
Here is another compact unit that is capable of cleaning rooms up to 200 square feet. It’s designed to look like a speaker, and standing upright at only 11 inches, it’s perfect for small spaces or medium sized rooms. It’s 3 speed control allows for different levels of cleaning, while the HEPA filer catches 99% of airborne particles, such as dust mites, mold spores, and pet dander. This unit is another great option for a powerful air purifier that won’t break the bank.
This is definitely one of the best air purifiers for pets. And it’s probably the best bang for your buck as well. The key is its electrostatic ionizer purification. The negative ions remove airborne pollutants like allergens, mold, smoke, and odors as small as .01 microns. Not to mention it has a sleek design and is super quiet. The UVGI technology kills germs, viruses, bacteria, and other microorganisms that can causes disease. With coverage up to 500 square feet, this is a great choice for your home air filter. Your dog will thank you as well.
Ok, let’s step it up just a little bit. While this unit may be a little more expensive, it is a serious air filter. It has a washable odor control pre-filter, in addition to the HEPA filter that captures 99.9% of airborne pollutants. Plasmawave technology attacks pollutants at a molecular level which can neutralize viruses, bacteria, odors, and gases. It’s also equipped with some cool high tech features like smart sensors that can adjust your cleaning settings to meet the needs of the room. If you’re willing to pay a little extra for an air purifier, this is the one to get.
This might be the best overall filter on the list. The BioGS 2.0 is Energy Star certified and is ultra quiet. This air purifier will filter a 550 square foot room with ease, and twice in an hour on the highest setting. With a pre-filter, charcoal based activated carbon filter, and negative ion generator this unit has top of the line technology. Innovative and powerful, this is one of the best air purifiers you can buy. Highly recommended.
Finally, this is the unit that we have had in our house for the last 8 years or so. It has a 3 speed control that is very powerful on the highest setting, and plenty quiet for sleeping on the lowest setting. It is 99.7% effective at removing pollutants as small as .03 microns, and over 95% effective removing at removing particles as small as .01 microns. While it is the most expensive unit on the list, it covers 700 square feet of space and I can personally vouch for it’s effectiveness. We would rate this unit as one of the best air purifiers for pets.
