Best Air Purifiers for Allergies

Allergy sufferers need true HEPA filtration that captures 99.97% of pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores. These purifiers are specifically selected for their effectiveness against common allergens.

Reviewed by Rachel Morse, Home & Kitchen Editor

Coway Airmega AP-1512HH True HEPA Air Purifier

The Wirecutter's top pick for 6 years running — proven performance, eco mode, and a 4-stage filtration system.

Brand: Coway  •  Price: $160  •  Rating: 4.7/5

Filter Type: True HEPA Cadr Smoke: 233 Cadr Dust: 246 Cadr Pollen: 240

LEVOIT Core 400S Smart True HEPA Air Purifier

LEVOIT's best for allergies — medical-grade H13 HEPA, smart controls, and a laser dust sensor for precise air quality readings.

Brand: LEVOIT  •  Price: $190  •  Rating: 4.6/5

Filter Type: True HEPA H13 Cadr Smoke: 260 Cadr Dust: 261 Cadr Pollen: 265

PuroAir 240 HEPA Air Purifier

A rising Amazon favorite — automatic air quality sensing, 1,115 sq ft coverage, and a USA-based brand.

Brand: PuroAir  •  Price: $120  •  Rating: 4.5/5

Filter Type: True HEPA H13 Cadr Smoke: 195 Cadr Dust: 196 Cadr Pollen: 200

Rabbit Air A3 Ultra Quiet Air Purifier

The best premium air purifier — 6-layer filtration, customizable filters, wall-mountable, and whisper-quiet.

Brand: Rabbit Air  •  Price: $550  •  Rating: 4.8/5

Filter Type: BioGS HEPA (6-layer) Cadr Smoke: 200 Cadr Dust: 210 Cadr Pollen: 215

Shark NeverChange Air Purifier HP152

Never replace a filter again — Shark's 5-year HEPA filter eliminates the biggest ongoing cost of air purifiers.

Brand: Shark  •  Price: $200  •  Rating: 4.4/5

Filter Type: HEPA (5-year) Cadr Smoke: 140 Cadr Dust: 142 Cadr Pollen: 145

Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier with True HEPA and PlasmaWave

A top-rated workhorse with PlasmaWave technology — neutralizes viruses, bacteria, and odors beyond what HEPA alone can do.

Brand: Winix  •  Price: $160  •  Rating: 4.7/5

Filter Type: True HEPA + PlasmaWave Cadr Smoke: 232 Cadr Dust: 243 Cadr Pollen: 246