Air purifier brands compared: Philips vs Honeywell vs Wozoyo and more
By the BYM Electronics team · Updated 28 September 2026
Short answer: choose by room size first, then budget, noise and filter cost; the brand matters less than getting the size right. Philips, Honeywell and Wozoyo each cover small bedrooms to large halls, and Philips publishes the lowest sleep-mode noise figures among the models we stock. Eureka Forbes, Havells, Carrier and Sharp each have one model with us.
At a glance
| Brand | Models | Price range | Rated room sizes | CADR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips | 10 | ₹7,699–₹23,599 | 320–775 sq ft | 250–600 m³/h |
| Honeywell | 7 | ₹4,799–₹27,099 | 235–1008 sq ft | 152–650 m³/h |
| Wozoyo | 5 | ₹4,799–₹25,599 | 202–1458 sq ft | 110–700 m³/h |
| Carrier | 1 | ₹10,199 | 300 sq ft | – |
| Eureka Forbes | 1 | ₹13,499 | – | 355 m³/h |
| Sharp | 1 | ₹36,799 | 550 sq ft | 258 m³/h |
| Havells | 1 | ₹11,199 | – | – |
Figures are as quoted by each brand for the models we stock. Prices include GST.
Quick picks
- Lowest price: Wozoyo Pure Air PA1 Air Purifier at ₹4,799.
- Largest rooms: Wozoyo Pure Air PA6 Air Purifier, rated up to 1458 sq ft.
- Quiet for bedrooms: Philips 1000 Series Air Purifier AC1711/63 (15 dB (sleep) to 50 dB (max)).
- Quiet for bedrooms: Philips PureProtect Quiet 2200 Series Smart Air Purifier AC2220 (White) (13 dB (sleep) to 45 dB (turbo)).
- Quiet for bedrooms: Philips PureProtect Quiet 2200 Series Smart Air Purifier AC2221 (Charcoal Grey) (13 dB (sleep) to 45 dB (turbo)).
How to decide
- Room size: use our room-size guide.
- Budget: include a year of replacement filters in the cost.
- Noise: for bedrooms, compare sleep-mode dB.
- Smart features: some models add Wi-Fi apps and AQI displays; useful but not essential.
- Service: all our purifiers carry the brand's warranty and come with a GST invoice.
Frequently asked questions
Which air purifier brand is best in India?
There is no single best brand; the right purifier depends on your room size, budget and noise needs. Philips, Honeywell and Wozoyo all offer HEPA purifiers across a range of room sizes.
Is Philips better than Honeywell?
Neither is better across the board. Compare specific models for your room size: look at rated room size, CADR, sleep-mode noise and the cost of replacement filters.
Are cheaper air purifiers effective?
Yes, if the purifier is correctly sized for the room and uses a genuine HEPA filter. Smaller, cheaper models suit small bedrooms.