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Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 vs. Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Elite compared

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At a glance

The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
72Solide
71Solide
Value for money
46Okay
50Okay
Best price
€487.00
€304.90
Price advantage
—
€182.10 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 32 of 54
Rank 36 of 54

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Dyson Purifier Cool PC1Overall rating 72Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier EliteOverall rating 71
CleaningperformanceNoise levelAutomode & sensorsRunningcosts & consumptionEaseof use & build quality
Dyson Purifier Cool PC1Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Elite
Cleaning performance70/10078/100
Noise level82/10070/100
Auto mode & sensors78/10055/100
Running costs & consumption66/10072/100
Ease of use & build quality62/10068/100
Cleaning performance
70
78
Noise level
82
70
Auto mode & sensors
78
55
Running costs & consumption
66
72
Ease of use & build quality
62
68

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Dyson
Xiaomi
Model
Purifier Cool PC1
Smart Air Purifier Elite
CADR particlesClean air delivered per hour for particles according to the manufacturer in m³/h – the most important performance figure; the room size is calculated from it
600 m³/h
Room size up toCalculated from the CADR: CADR ÷ 12.5, rounded to whole m² (five air changes per hour at a 2.5 m ceiling height) – this makes all units comparable, as manufacturer figures often assume only one air change; leave blank if there is no CADR
48 m² (517 sq ft)
Filter classClass of the main filter per EN 1822 according to the manufacturer (ISO 29463: ISO 35 H = H13, ISO 45 H = H14) – H13 and H14 retain fine dust and pollen almost completely; “True HEPA” or “HEPA-type” without a class counts as “HEPA, no class stated”
H13 (HEPA)
H13 (HEPA)
Noise level at lowest settingNoise at the lowest setting (night mode) according to the manufacturer in dB – important for the bedroom
38 dB
20.2 dB
Filter costCost of replacement filters per year at the manufacturer’s replacement interval in € – over the years often more than the purchase price
65 €/year

Filters & air

Filter change everyReplacement interval of the main filter according to the manufacturer in months
12 months
10 months
Activated carbon filterAccording to the manufacturer, an activated carbon filter traps odors and gases – important for cooking fumes, smoke and pets
Yes
Yes
CADR gases (formaldehyde)Clean air delivered per hour for formaldehyde according to the manufacturer in m³/h – shows how well the activated carbon filter traps gases
135 m³/h
SensorsWhich air values the unit measures according to the manufacturer – with a sensor, it adjusts itself in auto mode; leave blank if there is no sensor
PM2.5 particlesPM10 particles
PM2.5 particlesPM10 particlesTemperatureHumidity
Air quality indicatorHow the unit shows the measured air quality according to the manufacturer – as a color ring or with a reading (e.g. PM2.5) on the display
Reading on display
Reading on display
IonizerIon, plasma or “active oxygen” technology according to the manufacturer – it can produce ozone, so being able to switch it off is better
No ionizer
Ionizer can be turned off
UV sterilizationUV-C lamp inside the unit for sterilization according to the manufacturer
Yes
360° air intakeAccording to the manufacturer, draws in air from all sides – the unit can stand freely in the room instead of against the wall
Yes
Yes
Filter change indicatorAccording to the manufacturer, indicates when the filter needs to be replaced
Yes
Yes

Consumption & noise

Noise level at highest settingNoise at the highest setting according to the manufacturer in dB – this is where the unit reaches its CADR
56 dB
68 dB
Power consumptionPower consumption at the highest setting according to the manufacturer in W
50 W
60 W
Standby consumptionPower consumption in standby according to the manufacturer in W – usually slightly higher with Wi-Fi
1 W
2 W

Controls & comfort

Fan speedsNumber of manually adjustable fan speeds according to the manufacturer, excluding auto and night mode
10 levels
3 levels
Night modeDedicated night mode according to the manufacturer: quietest setting, dimmed or switched-off display
Yes
Yes
Display shut-offAccording to the manufacturer, the display and lights can be dimmed or switched off completely – important in the bedroom
Yes
Yes
Timer up toLongest timer setting according to the manufacturer in hours
8 hours
Child lockButton lock according to the manufacturer
Yes
Remote controlRemote control included according to the manufacturer
Yes
No
Smart homeWhat the unit can be controlled with according to the manufacturer – leave blank if there is no app
Manufacturer appAlexaGoogle Assistant
Manufacturer appAlexaGoogle Assistant

Features & dimensions

Combination functionsAdditional functions according to the manufacturer – leave blank if it is only an air purifier
Fan
WeightWeight according to the manufacturer in kg – important if the unit moves between rooms
4.72 kg (10 lb)
6.5 kg (14 lb)
Dimensions (W × D × H)Width × depth × height according to the manufacturer in cm – e.g. “27 × 27 × 52 cm”
22 × 22 × 105.5 cm (8.7 × 8.7 × 42 in)
31 × 31 × 73 cm (12 × 12 × 29 in)

General

Warranty
2 years
2 years
In the box
Purifier Cool PC1, magnetische Fernbedienung, HEPA-13-Filter mit Glasfasern und Aktivkohle

Prices

Offers

Dyson Purifier Cool PC1

Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Elite

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Der Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 ist ein guter Luftreiniger für kleine Räume, dem ein Ventilator beiliegt. Streichholzrauch ist nach 47 Sekunden weg, auf leisen Stufen stört er auch im Schlafzimmer nicht. Der Haken: Der Luftstrom kühlt kaum, eine CADR fehlt, und für mehr als etwa 15 m² reicht die Leistung nicht. Dazu kommt ein knarzendes, wackeliges Gehäuse, das nicht zum Preis passt.

Pros

  • Rauch eines Streichholzes nach 47 Sekunden aus der Luft
  • Entfernt nach 30 Minuten 87 bis 96 % der Rauchpartikel
  • Leiseste Stufe mit rund 25 dB, Display ganz abschaltbar
  • PM2,5- und PM10-Sensor reagieren sofort auf Kochdunst und Staub
  • Braucht nur 22 x 22 cm Stellfläche, 4,72 kg leicht
  • Sparsam mit höchstens 50 W und 1 W im Standby

Cons

  • Luftstrom auf 3,5 m Abstand selbst auf Stufe 10 nur ein Lüftchen
  • Keine CADR angegeben, realistisch nur Räume bis etwa 15 m²
  • Kunststoffgehäuse knarzt, hoher Turm steht wackelig
  • Fernbedienung reagiert nur, wenn sie direkt aufs Display zielt
  • Nicht waschbarer Kombifilter muss alle 12 Monate ersetzt werden

Der Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Elite ist ein solider Luftreiniger für große Wohnräume: Mit real rund 510 m³/h reinigt er Räume bis etwa 40 bis 48 m² und bindet Gerüche dank viel Aktivkohle zügig. Der Haken: Unter 45 dB schafft er nicht mehr als der 4 Pro, die Automatik regelt spät hoch, und ohne App und Konto kommst du über die Grundfunktionen kaum hinaus.

Pros

  • Real rund 510 m³/h, genug für Wohnzimmer bis etwa 40 bis 48 m²
  • Viel Aktivkohle mit 135 m³/h Formaldehyd-CADR, Kochgerüche schnell weg
  • Auf Stufe 1 etwa 30 dB, Display ganz abschaltbar
  • Filter hält rund 10 Monate, RFID-Chip erkennt Wechsel automatisch
  • Ionisator und UV-C-Diode direkt am Gerät abschaltbar
  • Sparsam mit 60 W Volllast und 2 W Standby

Cons

  • Unter 45 dB nur rund 295 m³/h, nicht mehr als der 4 Pro
  • Automatikmodus regelt nach Kochen oder Lüften erst spät hoch
  • Zeitpläne, manueller Modus und Regeln nur per App mit Konto
  • 3-in-1-Filter nur als Ganzes tauschbar, Ersatz nicht billig
  • PM2,5-Anzeige weicht stark von Vergleichsgeräten ab, eher Trendwert

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