What is the best air purifier for a family with children? "3 major points for choosing" and "3 recommended models" taught by professionals

Families with babies and toddlers are concerned about the air environment in the room. Allergens such as pollen and mite corpses may rise up, and there are also concerns about floating bacteria and viruses. Therefore, I would like to consider installing an air purifier. It is known as an effective item against bacteria and viruses by removing invisible harmful substances.

However, for those of you who don't know which model to choose... this time, home appliance professionals introduce 3 points on how to choose and 3 recommended models. Please refer to the following and choose a convincing product to protect your child's health!

I will teach you!

IT/home electronics writer Hidenobu Kawarazuka

After working as an editor of a digital trend information magazine, became a freelance editorial writer. It covers a wide range of digital-related items, from home appliances and digital items such as home appliances and AV equipment to services such as SNS.

[Three points for choosing an air purifier for families with children]

Part 1: Choose a model that is resistant to harmful substances and bacteria

To protect the health of infants Also, choose a model that effectively removes harmful substances and bacteria. Specifically, the basic model is equipped with a HEPA filter that boasts a particle collection rate of 99.97% or more for particles of 0.3 μm (micrometer / = 0.003 mm). With a HEPA filter, it is possible to collect everything from cedar pollen to PM2.5, tick droppings, tick corpses, and bacteria. In addition, models that suppress and destroy the collected harmful substances inside the main body and models that release ions to suppress the action of viruses etc. are also worthy of attention.

Part 2: Emphasis on quietness

In order to prevent babies from having trouble falling asleep due to the operating noise of the air purifier, we recommend a model that considers quietness. Specifically, look at the specs and check how loud it is when driving and whether it has a silent mode. The unit that expresses the loudness of driving noise is "dB (decibel)", and as a guideline, 40dB is said to be quiet in a residential area or library, and 30dB is said to be as quiet as a suburb at midnight. If the air purifier is quieter than this 30-40dB when used in "weak" or "quiet mode", your baby will be able to sleep soundly.

Part 3 Choose a single-function type that is easy to maintain

While air purifiers with humidifying functions are on the rise, we dare to recommend a single-function type that only has an air purifying function. Model. Models equipped with a humidification function handle water, so if you neglect maintenance of parts around the water such as the water tank and filter, bacteria may grow and a bad smell may occur. There are many models that have been devised to suppress bacteria, but they are not maintenance-free. We recommend a single-function model that is easier to maintain when it is difficult to raise a child. The three models recommended below are all single-function models.

[Three models recommended for families with children]

Part 1: Quietness of minimum 18dB that does not disturb children's sleep

Electrolux Japan

Pure A9.2 EP71-56

Actual selling price 78,980 yen (tax included, same below)

Equipped with a coarse mesh filter and HEPA filter, the bacteria captured by the antibacterial layer is suppressed by 99.99%. In addition, the activated carbon filter absorbs toxic gases such as odors and TVOC (total volatile organic compounds). In addition, the ions generated by the ionizer make fine particles into large lumps and make them easier to remove. These filters remove 99% of pollen, viruses, bacteria and mold from the air.

SPEC ●Power consumption: 3 to 20W ●Size/Weight: Width 315 x Depth 315 x Height 590mm/Approx.

[Recommended comment by Hidenobu Kawarazuka, an IT/home appliance writer]

A cylindrical filter that draws in air from all directions of 360 degrees. The fan speed can be finely adjusted in 9 stages, and even at maximum rotation speed it is relatively quiet at 54dB. The minimum is 18 dB, so you won't even notice it's running. In addition, smartphone cooperation with Wi-Fi connection is possible. In addition to being able to turn the power on/off and switch modes on the go, you can also check the temperature and humidity of the room, as well as PM2.5, PM1, PM10, and TVOC values, so it's great for families with children. .

Part 2 Quickly suppress bacteria and viruses in the filter with two technologies

Daikin

UV streamer air purifier ACB50X-S

Actual selling price 79,200 yen

The "antibacterial HEPA filter" removes dust and pollen, and the unique "streamer technology" oxidizes and decomposes the collected harmful substances. In addition, it is equipped with a "UVC LED" that irradiates deep ultraviolet rays of 265 nm (nanometer = 0.000265 mm). By irradiating the filter with deep ultraviolet rays, the suppression performance of viruses and bacteria is enhanced. The suction port is located in three places: the lower part of the front and the left and right sides. A dedicated smartphone app allows you to check air conditions and turn driving on/off.

SPEC ●Power consumption: 8 to 43W ●Size/Weight: Width 270 x Depth 270 x Height 500mm/Approx.

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This product is intended for use in medical institutions, conference rooms, and educational facilities, but it can also be purchased at general retailers. In addition to being equipped with an antibacterial HEPA filter, the two technologies of streamer technology and UVC LED can suppress bacteria and viruses attached to the filter, so it is reassuring considering the health of children. In "Quiet" mode, it is also a point that the driving sound is quiet with 21dB. The product has a low height design, so it doesn't seem to fall over easily even if a baby touches it.

Part 3 Suppresses the action of floating bacteria and viruses with the "Plasmacluster 7000"

Sharp air purifier FU-P50 Actual price 29,800 yen Antibacterial and antibacterial for large dust and dirt Equipped with a mold pre-filter, a deodorizing filter, and an electrostatic HEPA filter. Collects 99.97% or more of fine particles of 0.3 µm and catches 99% of particles of 0.1 to 2.5 µm. In addition, the deodorizing filter eliminates cigarette odors, pet odors, and cooking odors. In addition, it emits its own ion "Plasmacluster 7000", suppresses the adhesion of minute particles floating in the room to walls, suppresses the action of airborne viruses, and removes airborne mold bacteria and odors. SPEC ●Power consumption: 2.6 to 49W ●Size/Weight: Width 383 x Depth 209 x Height 540/Approx.

[Recommended comment by Hidenobu Kawarazuka, an IT/home appliance writer]

This is a simple air purifier that draws indoor air from the front of the product and uses three filters to remove dust and bacteria. When pollen and dust are a concern, it is recommended to set the "powerful dust suction operation" that performs maximum operation for 10 minutes. It is safe to release "Plasmacluster 7000" and suppress the action of floating bacteria and viruses. The minimum operating noise is 21dB and it is quiet enough. I'm happy that the deodorizing filter and electrostatic HEPA filter can be used for 10 years and the price is reasonable.