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Best Dyson
Dyson Purifier Cool TP07Stylish smart fan-purifier for small rooms, but pricey for its cleaningSuits you if
- You want one stylish gadget that cleans the air and works as a fan
- You're treating a bedroom, office or other small room
- You love checking live air-quality data in an app or using voice control
Best Winix
Winix 5500-2A quiet, capable all-rounder that clears dust and dander fastSuits you if
- You want a medium-sized bedroom or living room cleaned of dust and dander
- You share your home with pets
- You prefer simple controls and a remote over apps and Wi-Fi
The short version
Winix is the stronger brand for air purifiers right now. The best single model of the two is the Winix 5500-2, which suits you if you want a medium-sized bedroom or living room cleaned of dust and dander.
We researched 7 expert reviews, analyzed 792 owner ratings and comments across 9 sources for every Dyson and Winix model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 68 vs 77 · reliability 84 vs 61
| Dyson | Winix | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 68 | 77 |
| Experts | 64 | 78 |
| Owners | 64 | 83 |
| Reliability | 84 | 61 |
| Models scored | 1 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 | Winix 5500-2 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Dyson or Winix?
Winix, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 68 for Dyson vs 77 for Winix.Which brand is more reliable, Dyson or Winix?
Dyson. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 84 vs 61.What is the best Dyson air purifier?
The Dyson Purifier Cool TP07. It suits you if you want one stylish gadget that cleans the air and works as a fan.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Dyson models (68).What is the best Winix air purifier?
The Winix 5500-2. It suits you if you want a medium-sized bedroom or living room cleaned of dust and dander.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Winix models (77).