IQAir Atem
Air Purifiers

Atem

IQAir

Released Sep 1, 2018 · Analysis updated Mar 5, 2026

Personal air purifier with quiet 44-decibel operation, superior particle removal, and transparent specs in a sleek design, backed by a 10-year warranty. The IQAir Atem scores 77/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the air purifiers category. Coverage includes reviews from Techhive, Housefresh, and Smartairfilters.

Critic Score

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77

based on 3 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 3 reviews

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Pros

  • Quiet operation at 44 decibels(2)

Cons

  • Expensive at $550(4)
  • Large and heavy(2)

3 Expert Reviews

85
Established publication01/2023

The pro-grade and pricey IQAir Atem X boasts a unique design and unequaled performance, but it doesn’t answer to Alexa or other popular voice assistants.

82
Independent publication12/2025

The IQAir Atem X is an expensive but powerful air purifier with excellent particle removal performance and premium design, though it lacks gas filtration and runs loud at maximum speed.

65
Independent publication09/2018

The IQAir Atem provides modest clean air benefits within arm's length but is expensive and limited in effectiveness.

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