TOP 10 best air ionizers for your apartment

A favorable microclimate of a room is the key to the health of its inhabitants. It depends not only on cleanliness, temperature and humidity, but also on air quality. Today there are a huge number of devices that purify and humidify indoor air, for example, air conditioners and various sinks. One of the most popular devices is an ionizer - a small electrical device that saturates the air mixture with negative ions necessary for normal human breathing. In addition, it “charges” the dust particles, causing them to stop flying and settle on the floor.

In the rating, we have collected the best models of air ionizers of various designs and purposes.

Comparison table of the presented models

In order to compare the presented products, we suggest taking a look at the table with their characteristics below.

No. 10 – Diac Ion-25

Price: 1,800 rubles

One of the cheapest Russian ionizers in our rating. Despite its compact dimensions (the height of the device is only 48 centimeters), allowing you to find a place for it even in a small room, it is capable of effectively decorating rooms with an area of ​​20 square meters. There is only one operating mode, so you won’t get confused. Due to this, even representatives of the older generation will be able to use the ionizer.

Separately, I would like to highlight the appearance of the device, thanks to which it will effectively complement the interior of the room. The main disadvantage is the lack of a power button, so to turn off the device you need to unplug the cord from the outlet.

Diac Ion-25

What to look for when choosing an air ionizer for your home?

You should not take the purchase of an air ionizer lightly. Despite its apparent simplicity and safety, a low-quality device can be harmful to health.

Please pay attention to the following points before purchasing:

1. It is better to purchase a bipolar air purifier, as it is less safe and creates a natural climate.
2. The presence of regulators, automatic shutdown and indicators will allow for more accurate ionization.
3. Each device is designed for a specific area. If in the characteristics it is less than in reality, then the work is reduced to zero. And in the opposite situation it will lead to oversaturation with ozone, which is unsafe for health.
4. For a children's room, choose salt ionizers. They are harmless to the growing body and can be turned on in the presence of children.
5. Even before purchasing, find out about the possibility of cleaning the ionizer from the inside, as dust will accumulate in it, and, consequently, efficiency will decrease.
6. The presence of a UV lamp allows you to destroy bacteria, but, on the other hand, increases the production of ozone. Therefore, frequent use is not recommended.

SITITEK GL-3188

A fairly budget model designed to ionize indoor air. Power consumption is only 14 W, which indicates good efficiency of the device. For comfortable work, there is a built-in timer that can be set for a period of time from 5 minutes to half an hour. Once the specified parameter is completed, the device will turn off on its own.

The light weight and compact dimensions of the device allow it to be used to eliminate unpleasant odors in the refrigerator, cabinets, pantries and other small rooms. A set of special diffuser attachments is provided for working in different places.

Advantages:

• small sizes;
• increased functionality;
• automatic shutdown timer;
• high performance;
• wide range of equipment;
• can be used for cleaning and ozonizing food products;
• not a bad price.

Flaws:

• there is no air humidification function;
• no remote control device.

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Termica AP-300

This model is one of the leaders in the rating. The ionizer is designed for operation in rooms up to 50 m2. The kit includes a UV lamp that instantly kills germs and pathogenic bacteria. A built-in HEPA filter is designed to clean dust, and an additional carbon filter actively combats unpleasant odors.

Termica AP-300 is very quiet. In the most productive mode, the sound level does not exceed 30 dB. It is controlled very conveniently using a remote control.

Pros:

• built-in HEPA filter;
• ionizer and carbon filter-purifier;
• convenient control panel;
• fan rotation speed adjustment;
• Ultraviolet lamp;
• photocatalytic deodorizing filter;
• easy remote control;
• air condition indicator;
• child lock buttons;
• several operating modes.

Minuses:

• Regular filter replacement is required;
• heavy weight - 12 kg;
• is quite expensive.

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MILLDOM M600

The device costs 13,890 rubles. Characteristics:

• type: unipolar (negative ions)
• desktop installation
• purpose: indoors, for water
• area of ​​the treated room - up to 110 m²
• maximum recommended use time 30 minutes.

We gave first place in the ranking of the best ionizers for the home in 2021 to a model that can not only ionize a room, but also ozonize the air and even water in it. A special tube is included for this purpose.

Ozonation of water allows you to disinfect it and get rid of foreign odors. The manufacturer recommends washing food in this water.

Pros: there is an indication of the operating mode, convenient touch controls, MILLDOM gives a three-year warranty on its product.

Cons: noisy.

Best lists

It is difficult to choose the best among ionizers, since it is impossible to measure their correct operation and you should rely on your own feelings, people’s reviews and declared characteristics. Some scientists generally consider the effect of such devices as placebos, speaking of uselessness. This is more likely due to a little-studied phenomenon and the desire of manufacturers to warm up to marketing tricks.

But still, after studying this issue, I decided to take responsibility and highlight the two best categories of ionizers: for the home, for the nursery and for the car.

The best air ionizer for home

Most ionizers on the market are unipolar. As I said above, this can have a negative impact on your health. Modern and harmless devices are of the bipolar type, that is, they produce ions with a positive and negative charge. Therefore, I propose to consider YANTAR-5A, made in a minimalist style, as the best air ionizer.

The bipolar ionizer is available with a control panel, with which you can change the intensity and turn the device on/off. It is also possible to set it to unipolar mode only, if this is important to you. The air flow passes from behind and is forced by a fan. Then an alternating charge of ions occurs inside and their forced release. Due to the fan, the correct distribution of air ions in the air occurs. Because of bipolarity, there is no feeling “like after a thunderstorm” and work is safer for health.

The body is made of wood, and the manufacturer offers several colors to choose from. This eliminates the accumulation of electrostatic voltage on the housing, which often occurs with such equipment. You also have the opportunity to choose the appropriate option for your interior. True, the disadvantages include the appearance of the air ionizer, which, as many users note, resembles the USSR.

The fan has a tight fit, causing the case to resonate, creating additional noise. It is recommended to turn on the ionizer for about two hours and it is better not to be present in the room, so this error will not cause inconvenience.

Installed on a table at a short distance from walls and household appliances. Ion productivity at maximum mode is 100,000 units. per sq.m.

Price

from 4800 rub.

NPF YANTAR Yantar-5A

The best air ionizer for children's rooms

It is known that air ionization can also be carried out due to certain minerals, for example, salt. When choosing equipment for children's rooms, we are guided by safety, reliability and efficiency. Therefore, I propose to consider the salt lamp ZENET ZET-103 Rock 2-3 kg.

The salt lamp is safe for children and is a natural source of air ionization. Most of us know how beneficial it is to breathe salt air and how it develops immunity. When turned on, it collects moisture and releases negative ions into the air, and when turned off, it begins to release moisture. Thus, the device is also a kind of humidifier.

Made from natural rock salt mined in Pakistan. The ionizer-night light itself is produced in the same country. There is a 15 W light bulb inside, and the glow is soft and not harsh on the eyes. Therefore, you can leave it in the nursery overnight so that the child is not afraid. The dim yellow light also calms the nerves. There are different shapes from a ball to a rough piece. Therefore, some users play with ionizers-night lights in an interesting way in the interior.

Price

from 949 to 1690 rub.

Salt lamp ZENET ZET-103 Rock 2-3 kg

The best air ionizer for a car

Motorists constantly breathe in exhaust fumes, which worsens their health, reduces alertness and increases irritability. Some manufacturers produce ionizers for use in car dealerships. Their power is low, since they must work in the presence of a person, and also fill a small volume of air with aeroions.

Among similar devices, I suggest paying attention to ATMOS Vent-801, produced in Taiwan, but under the strict control of the German brand.

The device has small dimensions, but is designed to process air with an area of ​​60 cubic meters. Produces approximately 40,000 units of negative air ions per hour. Air purification consists of 4 stages thanks to the presence of filters that retain:

• large dust particles;
• animal hair;
• fine suspended matter;
• allergens and plant spores;
• harmful gases and tobacco smoke.

Filtration: primary, HEPA, carbon and ionization. Forced air supply due to a fan. This ensures quick air purification and release of clean and ionized air into the cabin.

There is only one mode. It is possible to scent the interior of a car or room. To do this, you need to open a special container inside the case and drop a few drops of aroma oil.

Price

from 3440 to 3813 rub.

ATMOS Vent-801

No. 3 – iBaby Air A1

Price: 12,000 rubles

An advanced ionizer that will protect the health of your newborn baby. For installation in a nursery, this is the best offer not only in the brand’s model range, but also on the market as a whole. The device can automatically turn on when harmful elements are detected, effectively eliminating them, and is also capable of working as a multi-color night light.

The ionizer does not require cleaning or replacing filters, which makes it incredibly easy to maintain. It can be controlled remotely using the application. You don't have to go into the nursery and wake up the baby. iBaby Air A1 is capable of transmitting sounds from the nursery. He does this clearly, without distortion, catching every rustle. The main disadvantage is the narrow focus and high cost.

iBaby Air A1

AirTec XJ-110

The average price is 1,750 rubles. Characteristics:

• air ionization
• power 1 W

The selection of the best ionizers for an apartment opens with the simplest and most inexpensive option from the “turn it on, everything works, don’t touch anything” series. Perfect for a small apartment, it works silently, so it won’t disturb a light sleeper.

Pros: compact size, has a power indicator, low price.

Cons: runs on 4 batteries, which cost as much as half the device.