Electriq EAP500HC review
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- HEPA filter
If you suffer from allergies, or you're frequently subjected to second-hand smoke, you might be looking for an air purifier. The ElectriQ EAP500HC is cheap compared with many you'll see, but will it do as good a job as more expensive models to get the air in your room clean? Read our full air purifier review before you buy.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- How effective is it at purifying the air?
- Is it easy to use?
- Is there anything else I need to know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
April 2022
First reviewed by Which?
February 2019
Released
October 2017
Technical specifications
Features
- Automatic modeYes
- Filter typePre-filter, carbon filter and HEPA filter
- Number of filters2
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