As air quality in major Indian cities, including Delhi-NCR and Mumbai has reached alarming levels, with the air quality index (AQI) falling into the severe category in the national capital, the deteriorating air quality has significantly increased health risks and respiratory problems. However, air purifiers can help in combating the deteriorating air quality at least at homes and offices. The good news is that maintaining clean indoor air doesn’t have to be financially burdensome. Here’s a curated list of budget-friendly air purifiers that can help improve air quality at your home and workplace.

SHARP Room Air Purifier | Price: ₹9,999 | The SHARP Room Air Purifier employs patented Plasmacluster Ion Technology to eliminate 99.97% of harmful pollutants and allergens. It features a powerful True HEPA & Deodorizing Filter, capable of removing particles as small as 0.3 microns and neutralizing unpleasant odours from your living space. sharp air-purifier

Proscenic A9 Air Purifier | Price: ₹10,990 | The Proscenic A9 Air Purifier utilizes UPV 2.0 technology to purify large spaces up to 2,904 sqft in just one hour. It offers smart control via the Proscenic App or Alexa voice control, with automatic and adjustable modes for energy efficiency. (Image courtesy prosenic.com)

Tesora Air Purifier | Price: ₹6,999 | Tesora boasts a 4-layer filtration system, including a washable cloth filter, pre-filter, activated carbon filter, and True HEPA filter. It releases negative ions for even fresher air and offers dual control, digital display, 3-speed modes, and timer control for customized cleaning.

Honeywell Air Touch V2 Portable Air Purifier | Price starts from ₹7,299) | Suitable for rooms up to 388 sqft, this purifier comes with Pre-Filter, HI3 HEPA and Activated Carbon Filter. With a claimed filter life of one year and low noise levels, it provides efficient purification at an affordable price.

Mi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite | (Price: ₹8,999) | Ideal for rooms up to 463 sqft, the Mi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite offers a HEPA filter and various smart features. It also provides effective air purification at a reasonable cost.

Voltas VAP36TWV | Price: Starts from ₹7,540) | The Voltas VAP36TWV offers five-stage purification via washable Pre-Filter, Activated Carbon Filter, H-13 HEPA Filter, UVC LED, and Ionizer. Suitable for rooms up to 330 sqft, it provides comprehensive air purification without breaking the bank.

Kent Aura Room Air Purifier | Price: ₹8,870 | Kent Aura features a 3-stage air purification process, removing 99% of dust particles from the air. Equipped with antibacterial-coated HEPA dust collection technology from Japan, it also includes an activated carbon filter to remove odours and an in-built ionizer for improved air freshness.