Our Favorite Air Purifier Brand Just Released a Smaller, More Affordable Option

Coway has unveiled a new, smaller, and more affordable air purifier, the Airmega Mighty2 Mini, as part of its popular Airmega lineup. This compact unit is 40% smaller than the Airmega Mighty2 and offers a price tag of just $170, making it the most affordable option among the top two picks on CNET's best air purifier list, which retail for $499 and $680 respectively.

Despite its smaller size, the Mighty2 Mini maintains a multi-stage filtration system, including washable pre-filter, carbon filter, and HEPA filter that removes 99.97% of particles 0.3 microns or larger. The unit is available in white, beige, and green and features a sleek design that is ideal for bedrooms and nurseries. It operates at decibel levels comparable to moderate rainfall, making it ideal for quiet environments.

The Airmega Mighty2 Mini comes with three speeds, a timer option, and a washable pre-filter, as well as a built-in air quality monitor with a four-color LED indicator. Although it lacks app connectivity, it still performs well in particle-removal tests, removing 90% of fine particles in 90 seconds on high speed and 2 minutes and 45 seconds on low speed. The unit weighs less than 10 pounds and is easy to move from room to room.