Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 review

First impressions? This thing looks like it was teleported straight from a sci-fi film set. The bladeless design is classic Dyson, all smooth curves and minimalist chic. It's the kind of gadget that screams "I'm expensive" (and it is!), but also whispers "I'm incredibly effective" (spoiler alert: it is!). The Gen1 comes in white to match your swanky Mumbai apartment, and its compact size means it won't hog your precious floor space.

Compared to the  Philips Smart Air Purifier AC4221  we reviewed last week, this one’s a bit on the stylish side. Everything is controlled by a remote that magnetically sticks to the top of the air purifier. The information display is a tiny circular display that shows you a graph of the air quality in your room. Minimalistic and chic, I quite like it but if you’re obsessed with tracking your health and allergies, this is not the most informative device. The Philips has a far better touch control interface on the top with AQI and other pollutants neatly displayed. You can even control it using Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. You can also dive into the smartphone app to learn more about the quality of the air around you and the efficacy of the filters and when they need to be changed. Dyson, on the other hand, doesn’t give you any of this information.

Now, for the main event. This bad boy isn't just a fancy fan; it's packing some serious purification power. The Gen1 boasts a HEPA filter, which is basically the superhero of the air filtration world. This magical filter captures 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 microns. Think pollen, dust mites, mould spores, and even those pesky PM2.5 particles that are turning Mumbai's skyline into a hazy mess. The HEPA H13 filter also has a layer of activated carbon which removes odours and gases including VOCs.

But how does it actually feel? Well, imagine breathing in the crisp air of the Western Ghats after a monsoon shower. That's the kind of freshness this purifier brings to your home. It's also surprisingly quiet, even on full blast, which is a godsend in a city that never sleeps. The oscillation feature ensures that clean air is distributed evenly throughout the room, so no corner is left feeling stuffy.

Let's talk a bit more about that HEPA filter, shall we? It's not just some marketing gimmick. HEPA stands for High-Efficiency Particulate Air, and it's the gold standard for air purification. These filters are made from a super-fine mesh that traps even the tiniest of particles, preventing them from being recirculated back into your living space. Think of it as a microscopic sieve for your air. With Mumbai's pollution levels reaching alarming heights, a HEPA filter isn't just a luxury, it's practically a necessity. HEPA filters also require fewer changes.

The Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 is a pricey piece of kit, there's no denying that. But if you're serious about improving the air quality in your Mumbai home, it's worth every rupee. It's stylish, effective, and whisper-quiet, making it the perfect companion for battling the city's smog. Plus, with its futuristic design, it's sure to be a conversation starter at your next house party.

Yes, it’s not the smartest one in the room with Philips and other brands providing a lot more real-time information and connectivity features.