6 of the best air purifiers for your nursery
You want your little one to breathe the cleanest air possible!
If you live in or around an Australian city or in a bushfire-prone area, if you have pets or your family has allergies, an air purifier for your little one’s nursery is probably on your shopping list.
In the early months of their life, your baby will most likely sleep in your room, but once they are settled in their own nursery, they are going to spend a lot of time there. Day time naps and playtime as well as a full night’s sleep mean it’s worth investing in an air purifier for their wellbeing – and your peace of mind.
To help you make an informed choice, we’ve rounded up five the most popular air purifiers for your nursery. Scroll to the bottom to find out more about the various different filters from HEPA to ultraviolet.
2025’s best air purifiers for baby’s nursery
- Philips 800i Compact Air Purifier, $299, Amazon AU (here’s why)
- Dyson Purifier Cool Gen 1, $548 (usually $799), Dyson (here’s why)
- 3. INOVA E7 Air Purifier, $745, INOVA-E7 (here’s why)
The best air purifiers for your nursery 2025
1. Philips 800i Compact Air Purifier
from $299 at Amazon Australia
Best for larger nurseries
The 800i Compact Air Purifier by Philips has a capacity of 49m2, making it small but mighty! It uses both a HEPA filter and an activated carbon one, so you know your little one is going to be breathing easy as it removes 99.5% of particles.
It’s one of the best air purifiers if pollen, dust, dust mites, pets etc cause irritation for your child. Connect this smart purifier to the Air+ app and you can control the device when you’re in another room, or another state!
Key features:
- HEPA and Carbon Filters capture 99.5% of particles
- Room capacity 49m2
- Protects from the major allergen groups
- Sleep mode runs at only 19 decibels
- Intelligent sensor adapts to the best speed
Available at:
- $299 from Amazon Australia
- $299 from Myer
2. Dyson Purifier Cool Gen 1
from $548 (usually $799) at Dyson
Best for minimalist nursery style with a budget
This first generation Dyson Purifier Cool comes in a little cheaper than the next gen (usually $949) so is great for parents wanting the trusted brand at a lower price point.
The Cool is based on the brand’s unique Air Multiplier techonology and can draw distant polluants into it before circulating purified air through the room.
The HEPA filter captures 99.95% of particules and also uses a carbon filter to eradicate odours. Note, this generation does not connect to the MyDyson app.
Key features:
- HEPA and Carbon Filters capture 99.55% of particles
- Entire device is sealed for HEPA standard
- Hand held remote control
- Night mode program to set airflow at interbals
- Auto sensor displays dust levels
Available at:
- $548 (usually $799) from Dyson Australia
- $548 from The Good Guys
3. INOVA E7 Air Purifier
from $745 at INOVA-E7
Best for smaller spaces
INOVA E7 Air Purifier is a high-efficiency air purifier designed for bedroom-sized spaces. Effective in areas up to 20 square metres, the INOVA E7 features a medical-grade H13 HEPA filter to capture airborne bacteria, viruses and airborne allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, and pollen. and also includes a light-duty activated carbon filter for odour removal.
Key features:
- Compact size at W:32cm x D:32cm x H:52cm
- Available in White and Black
- Medical-grade H13 HEPA filter
- Odour removal
Available at:
- $745 from INOVA-E7
4. Welcare PureAir Household Air Purifier
from $320.50 at Amazon Australia
Best for large nurseries or playrooms
Welcare’s PureAir Household Air Purifier uses a six-stage air purification system to ensure your little one’s space is fresh and clean.
Using HEPA and ultraviolet techonology, this purifier kills viruses (including influenza) as well as removing dust, bacteria and other pollutants from the air.
Key features:
- HEPA, carbon and ionic filters
- Large room capacity – 40-40m2
- Silent mode
- Night mode
- Air quality sensor with coloured indicators
- Removes odours as well as pollen, smoke, dust, germs etc
Available at:
- $320.50 from Amazon Australia
- $399.95 from Welcare
5. Medescan Rainbow Mist Top Fill Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier
from $59.99 (usually $64.99) at Medescan
Best for providing a soothing glow
This premium mist humidifier is thoughtfully designed to support your family’s health and wellbeing. It adds moisture to the air to ease dryness, help relieve congestion, and create a more comfortable environment. With the option to add calming scents and a built-in LED night light that offers a soft, comforting glow, it’s perfect for creating a soothing atmosphere at bedtime.
Key features:
- Silent effective relief
- Ultrasonic humidifier
- Aroma diffuser
- Safer cool vapour flow
- 7 colour night light
- Adjustable vapour flow
- 2 years replacement warranty
- ARTG listed
Available at:
- $59.99 (usually $64.99) at Medescan
6. Winix Compact 4 Stage Air Purifier
from $199.00 at Myer
Best for moving from room to room
Small yet mighty, this Winix Compact 4 Stage Air Purifier boasts hospital-grade HEPA and carbon filters, as well as a unique Plasmawave techonology to kill airborne bacteria and viruses.
It is six times more energy efficient than a 60w light bulb!
Key features:
- HEPA and carbon filters plus unique Plasmawave tech
- Small and lightweight
- Smart sensors
- Sleep mode
- Smart air quality dislay
- Energy efficient
Available at:
- $199.99 (usually $299.99) from Amazon Australia
- $259 (usually $299.99) from Myer
What are the different air purifier filters?
When choosing an air purifier for your child’s nursery, it’s easy to be confused by the different filters. Here’s a breakdown on what you need to know:
HEPA filters
HEPA stands for High-Efficiency Particulate Arresting. Still no idea? We hear you! What this means is that it’s really effective at trapping allergens in the air, making it a great choice if you live in a smoky area, in/near the city or if you have pets and/or allergies.
Ozone filters
Ozone filters help to remove odours but don’t remove allergens or other pollutants from the air.
Ionic filters
Ionic filters are suited to large spaces where small pollutants are present – so probably not ideal for your kid’s nursery, which is likely to be smaller.
Carbon filters
Carbon filters use activated charcoal to help clear smoke, chemicals, odours and gases from the air. They are often used together with HEPA filters as on their own they don’t remove allergens and bacteria.
Ultraviolet filters
Ultraviolet filters are ineffective against allergens, smoke, odours and chemical fumes, but instead work to kill bacteria and microbes in the air.
What size air purifier do I need?
When it comes to air purifiers for your nursery (or anywhere), size may be important. You want it to do its job effectively but you don’t want it ramping up your power bill! That said, some smaller, portable models can still be effective.
You need to know the rough size of the nursery (to calculate the floor areas, multiply the length by the width) and check the capacity on the product details.
