Quick answer: an air purifier cleans the air by trapping dust and other airborne particles. A humidifier adds moisture to dry air. A diffuser spreads the scent of essential oils into a room. If you want cleaner, fresher air every day, choose an air purifier. If you mainly want fragrance in a small room, a diffuser is enough.
What does an air purifier do?
A PerfectAire air purifier draws room air through water mixed with a purifying solution. Dust, mould spores, smoke and other airborne particles are trapped in the water, and fresher air is released back into the room. It is designed for everyday use, and most models cover around 70 to 80m².
Because the solutions come in a range of botanical fragrances, a PerfectAire unit also freshens the room with scent while it cleans. If you would rather not have a scent, the unscented Microbeshield solution does the same job without one.
What does a humidifier do?
A humidifier adds moisture to the air. It is mostly used in winter, when cold, dry weather and indoor heating can leave a home feeling dry. A humidifier does not clean the air: it simply raises the humidity.
What does a diffuser do?
A diffuser spreads the scent of essential oils into a room for aromatherapy and atmosphere. It does not filter or clean the air. PerfectAire diffusers, such as the Iceberg and Arctic, cover around 30m² and suit a bedroom, bathroom, study or reception area.
Side-by-side comparison
| Air purifier | Humidifier | Diffuser | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main job | Cleans and freshens the air | Adds moisture | Adds fragrance |
| Cleans the air? | Yes | No | No |
| Adds scent? | Yes, with a scented solution | No | Yes |
| Best for | Everyday use in living areas, bedrooms and offices | Dry winter air | Scent and atmosphere in smaller rooms |
| PerfectAire coverage | About 70 to 90m², depending on model | Not applicable | About 30m² |
Can you use them together?
Yes. A common set-up is an air purifier in the main living area for cleaner air every day, and a diffuser in a smaller room, such as a bedroom or bathroom, where you want a particular scent. Some people add a humidifier in winter if their home feels very dry.
Which one should you choose?
- You want cleaner, fresher air every day: an air purifier
- Your home feels dry in winter: a humidifier
- You mainly want fragrance in a small room: a diffuser
- You want clean air and a scent from one unit: a PerfectAire air purifier with a scented solution
Frequently asked questions
No. A diffuser spreads fragrance into a room but does not trap dust or other airborne particles. For that, you need an air purifier.
No. An air purifier cleans the air, while a humidifier adds moisture to it. They do different jobs.
Yes. PerfectAire air purifiers use a solution in the water, and the scented solutions freshen the room while the unit cleans the air. The unscented Microbeshield solution is available if you would rather not have a scent.
Need help deciding? Read our guide to choosing the right air purifier for your room, or contact us.
Products On Special
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Iceberg Diffuser
Original price was: R400.00.R350.00Current price is: R350.00.
