6 best home air purifiers tested: Banish wildfire smoke, pet dander, and more

Many of us put a lot of effort into making healthy choices each day. We’re touching grass and staying active, taking vitamins, and sacrificing our eight hours of sleep for no one (and probably buying a smart ring to track it all). Now more than ever, a good HEPA air purifier should be on anyone's list of health non-negotiables. That whole breathing thing that keeps us alive doesn't require active thought like those other habits do. But as the climate crisis stokes the flames of another wildfire season, the quality of the air we're breathing demands increasing attention. Whether you're new to AQI anxiety or have lived in a wildfire-prone area forever, we've compiled a guide to the best air purifiers for any living space. All of these air purifiers have been tested by Mashable writers in our own homes. These are the tech, tools, and products — from laptops to e-readers, from earbuds to robovacs, and more — that Mashable ranks best in class. Yes. It won't be visibly hazy like it is outside, but particulate matter like wildfire smoke — 20 to 30 times smaller than a human hair — can seep into your home in several different ways. Many air purifiers have sensors that provide live air qual

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