We started testing and reviewing air purifiers in 2020, and Levoit stood out for its solid performance without a large price tag. They have released many units so if you have been researching air purifiers for a while, you are likely to have seen their brand more than once.
The Core 300 was the first air purifier under $100 that I was happy to recommend, and their Vital 200S has been my top recommendation for most people since I tested it in 2023.
But here’s the thing though: Not all Levoit air purifiers are created equal. Some models should be avoided, and I will discuss them at the end of the article.
As always, we bought every device on the list with our own money so we could run our usual battery of tests to gather comparable data in order to benchmark each Levoit air purifier against the more than 130 units we have reviewed to date. You can read more about our testing methodology here.
1. Best for most people: Levoit Vital 200S
Retailing at $189.99, the Vital 200S is my top recommendation for most people due to its excellent air cleaning performance and smart features.
This medium-sized air purifier comes with a smart features, app connectivity, a removable pre-filter, and a bonded particle and activated carbon filter with pellets. So I think it probably will tick off most boxes for the majority of people.
The Vital 200S took 24 minutes to clear our 728-cubic-feet test room of PM1 pollutants from incense smoke, which makes it faster than more expensive air purifiers such as the $230 Coway Mighty2, the $230 Blueair 311i Max, and the $900 Dyson Big+Quiet BP06.
And it did this while generating just 57 dBA of noise. This makes it powerful enough to clean the air five times per hour in rooms up to 373 sq. ft.
I appreciate that the pre-filter is removable and washable, too. Dirty pre-filters can clog the main filter and reduce performance, so having something that you can remove makes the job much easier compared to cylindrical all-in-one filters.
You also get a bonded filter: one side removes particles and the other adsorbs odors and gases. There are different options, with more carbon for bad smells.
CONS
PROS
| Clean air delivery rate (CADR): | – Top speed PM1 CADR: 249 cfm – Sub-45 dBA PM1 CADR: 128 cfm – AHAM PM2.5 CADR: 254 cfm (dust) |
| Filter technology: | Bonded particle filter with a layer of pelleted activated carbon and a removable pre-filter |
| Recommended room size: | 373 sq. ft. (5 air changes per hour) |
| Dimensions: | 15.6D x 8.5W x 19.8H inches (39.3D x 21.5W x 50.2H cm) |
| Weight: | 13.2 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Noise level in decibels from 3 ft. away: | Speed 1: 38.3 dB Speed 2: 41.9 dB Speed 3: 53.8 dB Speed 4: 57.7 dB |
| Electricity consumption in watts: | Standby mode: 0.97 watts Speed 1: 5.71 watts Speed 2: 8.01 watts Speed 3: 31.96 watts Speed 4: 44.55 watts |
| Filter lifespan: | 12 months |
| Manufacturer’s warranty: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | United States |
| Country of manufacture: | China |
2. Best for large spaces: Levoit Core 600S
For just under $300 you get a powerful air purifier
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With a PM1 CADR of 375 CFM, the Levoit Core 600S is one of the most powerful air purifiers in the Levoit range in a shared spot with the more expensive, Levoit EverestAir. Based on this result, we calculated that it can clean large rooms of up to 562 sq. ft. five times per hour.
This PM1 CADR is calculated based on our particle removal performance test, and in this test, the 600S cleared our test room of incense smoke in a speedy 16 minutes — this is nearly as fast as the $667 Blast Mini from Smart Air!
Now, this result was achieved at top speed, where the 600S generates 62.3 decibels of noise. It’s good to have this level of power for when you need it, but you won’t want to have such a loud unit running like this 24/7.
Running at speed 1, it will generate less than 45 decibels and will still provide good performance. Although, I would recommend setting it to speed 2, which is a little louder but a lot more powerful.
The 600S has a large cylindrical filter with three layers: an outer pre-filter mesh, a particle filter, and pelleted carbon on the inside. You can customize it to your needs, choosing between Pet Allergy, Smoke Remover, or Toxin Absorber.
It comes with Levoit’s Airsight Plus, which is a laser dust sensor on the side of the device that is quicker to react to PM2.5 particles than optical sensors, and doesn’t need to be cleaned every few weeks.
This sensor informs an LED ring on top of the 600S that changes color based on the quality of your air, from blue (very good) to red (bad). You also get real-time PM2.5 particle readings in micrograms per cubic meter.
CONS
PROS
| Clean air delivery rate (CADR): | – Top speed PM1 CADR: 375 cfm – Sub-45 dBA PM1 CADR: 156 cfm – AHAM PM2.5 CADR: 398 cfm (dust) |
| Filter technology: | Bonded particle filter with a layer of pelleted activated carbon and a pre-filter mash wrap. |
| Recommended room size: | 562 sq. ft. (5 air changes per hour) |
| Dimensions: | 12.3 x 12.3 x 23.6 inches (31.3 x 31.3 x 60 cm) |
| Weight: | 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) |
| Noise level in decibels from 3 ft. away: | Sleep: 37.9 dBA Speed 1: 44.4 dB Speed 2: 45.9 dB Speed 3: 53.8 dBA Speed 4: 62.3 dBA |
| Electricity consumption in watts: | Standby mode: 1.3 watts Sleep: 4.33 watts Speed 1: 7.46 watts Speed 2: 10.7 watts Speed 3: 20.29 watts Speed 4: 48.1 watts |
| Filter lifespan: | 6-12 months |
| Manufacturer’s warranty: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | United States |
| Country of manufacture: | China |
3. Best small option: Levoit Eleva 300X
The best-performing Levoit air purifier you can buy for less than $130 and that is small enough to fit on top of a table.
The Eleva 300X retails at $129.99, but I have seen it going for as low as $109.99 during big deal days, making it the best option for those wanting to buy an air purifier from Levoit on a tight budget.
It’s the first model in Levoit’s new Eleva line and it really impressed me, You get a laser sensor, smart features like auto-mode and app connectivity through Levoit’s VeSync app (one of my favorite air purifier apps, if I may add).
Based on our particle removal test, we estimate a PM1 CADR of 165 cfm, making this Levoit able to clean the air in spaces up to 247 sq. ft. (or 23 m2) five times in one hour — and it can do this while generating just over 55 decibels of noise.
In terms of filtration, you get separate filters: a HEPA filter to tackle particles and a gas filter with activated carbon pellets to remove odors. There are different custom gas filters, with the Premium filter being the one that packs the most power (260g of carbon).
You get a touchscreen on top with the controls as well as real-time particle readings from the sensor inside. There is also an LED ring that changes color based on the air quality.
CONS
PROS
| Clean air delivery rate (CADR): | – Top speed PM1 CADR: 165 cfm – Sub-45 dBA PM1 CADR: 115 cfm |
| Filter technology: | Separate HEPA particle filter and gas filter with activated carbon pellets. |
| Recommended room size (5 air changes per hour): | 247 sq. ft. (23 m2) |
| Dimensions: | 9.4 x 9.4 x 15.1 in (23.8 x 23.8 x 38.3 cm) |
| Weight: | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) |
| Noise level in decibels from 3 ft. away: | Sleep mode: 35.8 dBA Speed 1: 36.8 dBA Speed 2: 39.8 dBA Speed 3: 44.9 dBA Turbo speed: 55.4 dBA |
| Electricity consumption in watts: | Standby: 0.65 watts Sleep mode: 1.85 watts Speed 1: 5.33 watts Speed 2: 6.91 watts Speed 3: 10.03 watts Turbo speed: 23.91 watts |
| Filter lifespan: | HEPA filter: 2 years Carbon filter: 6 months |
| Manufacturer’s warranty: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | United States |
| Country of manufacture: | China |
4. Best Levoit money can buy: Levoit EverestAir
If you want the best Levoit air purifier money can buy, look no further than the $499.99 EverestAir.
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As soon as we unboxed the Levoit EverestAir, I knew it would be special. Not only does it look like something Apple might design, but it also has all the features you need from an air purifier AND its air cleaning performance blew me away. However, it is not cheap, with a list price of $499.99.
It completed our particle removal test in a speedy 16 minutes at top speed, which is impressive considering its price — especially when compared with units with similar performance that cost up to three times as much.
And when set to speed 2, sound levels stay under 45 decibels and it still managed to complete our particle removal test in 29 minutes. This makes it an excellent option for those looking for an air purifier for a room where quiet is important, like a bedroom.
It comes with a bonded filter with particle and activated carbon filtration, plus a removable pre-filter. It also has a laser sensor and LED air quality indicator at the top, with the option to see particle readings or percentage of clean air.
A cool feature is the ability to adjust angle of the vents at the top, so you can choose the position that works best for your space depending on where you place your EverestAir. This is something that I haven’t seen in other models.
CONS
PROS
| Clean air delivery rate (CADR): | – Top speed PM1 CADR: 375 cfm – Sub-45 dBA PM1 CADR: 205 cfm – AHAM PM2.5 CADR: 365 cfm (dust) |
| Filtration technology: | Removable pre-filter, particle filter and 400g of pelleted activated carbon. |
| Recommended room size: | 562 sq. ft. (5 air changes per hour) |
| Dimensions: | 18.9L x 8.5W x 23.2H inches (48L x 21.6W x 58.9H cm) |
| Weight: | 20.7 lbs (9.39 kg) |
| Filter lifespan: | 12-15 months |
| Noise level in decibels from 3 ft. away: | Speed 1: 39.1 dB Speed 2: 43.2 dB Speed 3: 48.6 dB Turbo: 57.8 dB |
| Electricity consumption in watts: | Standby mode: 1.26 watts Speed 1: 9.85 watts Speed 2: 15.59 watts Speed 3: 26.6 watts Turbo: 69.8 watts |
| Manufacturer’s warranty: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | United States |
| Country of manufacture: | China |
Special mentions
These Levoit air purifiers didn’t make the cut but they might be just what you are looking for, so they are worthy of your consideration.
Levoit Vital 100S
This is a smaller version of the Vital 200S and it comes with all the same features, including an onboard sensor, smart features like auto-mode and app connectivity through Levoit’s VeSync app.
Based on our particle removal test, we estimate a PM1 CADR of 148 cfm, making this Levoit able to clean the air in spaces up to 222 sq. ft. five times in one hour while generating just 53 decibels of noise. It’s a good unit but it was outperformed by the $130 Levoit Eleva 300X.
Levoit Core 400S
Based on our tests, I estimate a PM1 CADR of 249 cfm, which is powerful enough to clean the air five times per hour in medium-sized rooms up to 373 sq. ft. (or 34.6 m²).
The 400S comes with an on-board air quality sensor, an LED ring that shows air quality in real time, auto mode, sleep mode and app connectivity for $219.99. But it didn’t make our short list because the Levoit Vital 200S has similar performance and features for a cheaper price.
Levoit Core 300 and Core 300S
The Core 300 doesn’t come with any bells and whistles, but it’s a solid air cleaner you can buy for $99.99. And the Core 300S is its smart sibling with an on-board sensor and app support.
These two are some of my favorite small, tabletop air purifiers but with the release of the Eleva 300X, they no longer offer the value they once did.
Levoit models we don’t recommend
Not all Levoit models are worth it. These are the ones you should avoid.
Levoit Core Mini
This little device is a big seller thanks to its low price. Unfortunately, the Mini is also too underpowered to clean the air in even the smallest of rooms. I recommend you don’t go smaller than the Eleva 300X – – you’ll get a lot more air cleaning power for your money.
Levoit Core 300 and Levoit Vital 100
These are not bad air purifiers, but their performance and features lag behind newer models like the Vital 100S and the Eleva 300X.
Levoit LV-PUR131
This is now an outdated model from Levoit. If you like the boxy look and are looking for an air purifier for a medium sized room (up to 249 sq. ft.), check out the Vital 200S instead.
Levoit Core 200S
Selling for $89.99, the Core 200S might seem like a great catch but our performance tests show it is not powerful enough. You’d be better off spending an extra $30 an get higher CADR from the Eleva 300X.
Levoit LV-H128
One of the cheapest Levoit models on the market, but as with other mini air purifiers, it doesn’t have enough power to keep even the smallest room clean. I recommend you don’t go smaller than the Eleva 300X.
Levoit LV-H132
This is another popular air purifier from Levoit that I cannot recommend due to its poor air cleaning performance. I’ll say it one last time: don’t go smaller than the Eleva 300X.
What to look for when buying an air purifier
My goal at HouseFresh is to recommend air quality products you won’t regret buying, and it all starts with a few basics that we need to get right.
1. How big is your room?
When it comes to air purifiers, size matters; buying a unit that is too small for your room won’t be very effective. On the other hand, buying one that’s too big will be overkill and a waste of energy and money.
That’s why we’ve chosen air purifiers to suit a variety of room sizes so that you can find the right unit for your space. Check out our SPECS & FEATURES table to see what size room each unit is most effective in.
You can also use our CFM calculator to see what minimum CADR you would need to achieve a minimum of 4 to 5 air changes per hour (which is the rate recommended by the EPA):
2. What is your budget?
It’s not just the initial cost of the air purifier you need to consider; it’s also the unit’s running costs.
All of these air purifiers need electricity to run and it’s recommended that you run your unit 24/7; this costs money in energy bills. Some air purifiers are more efficient than others, so check their ‘Estimated energy consumption” before making your decision.
Also the HEPA filters that Levoit air purifiers use need to be replaced periodically so that they can remain effective at all times. Replacement filters come at a cost, so check how much they are and how often they need replacing to factor into your budget.
3. What features do you need/want?
In our selection, there are different features that each unit includes (and some are the same). Think about which of these you need/want on your air purifier.
Some people prefer to get an air purifier with auto mode so that they can switch it on and forget about it. Others, want to have air purifiers with app connectivity to connect to their smart home routines.
4. How much noise do they make?
All air purifiers make noise from the motor running and fan spinning, getting louder at high fan speeds. But they don’t all emit the same level of noise. If you’re like me and you work with your air purifier running, you’ll want a unit that’s as quiet as possible.
That’s why we give you noise level data in our SPECS table and as noise is subjective, we record the sound of each unit on all fan speeds so that you can get an idea of the noise it makes.
Common questions about Levoit air purifiers
In August 2023, Vesync (the owners of the Levoit brand) have voluntarily stopped using True HEPA in their advertising. While this doesn’t confirm that Levoit didn’t use True HEPA accreditation, it is a little worrying that they didn’t fight their case with Dyson, the company that challenged them via the BBB National Advertising Division.
This left a bad taste in my mouth but it doesn’t affect the air cleaning performance of Levoit models. In fact, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Smart Air stated that this change doesn’t affect the CADR score associated with Levoit units. The post also said, “The Corsi-Rosenthal boxes with MERV filters are proof of fast filtration with non-HEPA filters.”
However, the new generation of Eleva units comes with particle filters that have been certified as HEPA grade.
Levoit air purifiers are all 100% ozone-free. By using high-grade mechanical filters (rather than Ionizer or UV technology), Levoit offers excellent purifier performance without the risk of emitting harmful ozone.
Levoit is a relatively new brand, having launched in 2017. Despite their tender years, they have rapidly gained popularity thanks to their excellent product performance and very reasonable prices.
Levoit products often rank highly amongst independent product reviews and each unit we’ve tested has impressed us. From gauging customer feedback online, Levoit are often praised for their helpful customer support, with centers in the US, Europe, and Asia. What’s more, Levoit offers special discounts through VerifyPass to active military personnel, veterans, medical staff, first responders, and teachers, which is a big plus from our point of view.
Wrapping up
If you’re looking for an air purifier to use in your home, Levoit has a vast range for you to choose from.
Each unit made by Levoit is well-engineered to remove pollutants from the air in your home, is easy to use and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg to run.
They have units for a variety of room sizes and budgets. Some come with cool features like auto mode, AQI and app connectivity, and some are there for those who like things a little simpler.
But if you can’t find what you’re looking for, or if you have questions about any of the air purifiers on this list, please leave a comment below and I’ll get back to you right away.
And if you have a specific Levoit model in mind and would like to know how it compares to other models, you should definitely check out our comparison tool to see how different air purifiers did in our range of tests including air cleaning performance, sound generation, energy consumption and long term running costs.
