United Kingdom Air Purifier Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Technology (High-efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA), Activated Carbon, Ionic Filters, and Others), By Type (Fixed and Portable), By Application (Residential, Commercial, and Industrial), and United Kingdom Air Purifier Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033

United Kingdom Air Purifier Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The U.K. Air Purifier Market Size was valued at USD 626.5 Million in 2023.
• The U.K. Air Purifier Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 7.24% from 2023 to 2033
• The U.K. Air Purifier Market Size is Expected to reach USD 1260.5 Million by 2033

The United Kingdom Air Purifier Market Size is anticipated to Exceed USD 1260.5 Million by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 7.24% from 2023 to 2033. The growing air pollution levels, healthcare awareness, urbanization, prevalence of respiratory diseases, and government regulations on air quality are driving the growth of the air purifier market in the UK.     

Market Overview

The air purifier market is the industry for devices designed to remove pollutants and improve indoor air quality with the growing awareness of air quality issues and health concerns. An air purifier, also known as air cleaner, is a device that removes contaminants and pollutants from the air in a room, improving indoor air quality by filtering out particles like dust, pollen, pet dander, and smoke. The growing prevalence of airborne diseases and pollution levels in urbanized areas are driving the air purifier market expansion. The use of an air purifier ensures optimal indoor air quality within schools, offices, and other workplaces, which is paramount for the well-being and comfort of students and employees alike. Technological advancement in indoor air quality monitors, including real-time monitors and remote sensing devices for assessing air quality parameters for residents are escalating the market growth opportunities.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK air purifier market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom air purifier market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the UK air purifier market.

Driving Factors

The growing air pollution levels are driving demand for air purifiers to improve indoor air quality by filtering out pollutants, thereby propelling the market. Air purifiers utilizing HEPA filters have become commonplace in hospitals and healthcare facilities with the primary aim of reducing airborne transmission of SARS-coV-2. The popularity of air purifiers in healthcare settings is driving the market in the healthcare sector. The increasing use of air purifiers in the UK’s urbanized regions to address rising air pollution levels and improve indoor air quality is driving the air purifier market. It was estimated that about 585,000 respiratory disease diagnoses are made per year in the UK, half due to asthma and COPD. The prevalence of respiratory diseases and government regulations on air quality are responsible for driving the air purifier market.

 Restraining Factors

The increased cost of advanced air purification systems and lack of awareness are hindering market growth. Further, the availability of alternative solutions is restraining the air purifier market.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom air purifier market share is classified into technology, type, and application. 

• The high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period.

The United Kingdom air purifier market is segmented by technology type into high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA), activated carbon, ionic filters, and others. Among these, the high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period. HEPA filters are used in automotive cabin air filter, gas turbine filter, cleanroom filtration, and air conditioning systems. The increased product penetration owing to high caliber and dependability of HEPA filters for removing airborne particles is propelling the market.

• The portable segment dominated the United Kingdom air purifier market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR growth during the projected period.

The United Kingdom air purifier market is segmented by type into fixed and portable. Among these, the portable segment dominated the United Kingdom air purifier market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR growth during the projected period. There is a growing demand for portable air purifiers due to their portability and simplicity of usage. The increasing popularity of portable air purifier in commercial buildings, such as workspaces, restaurants, and hospitals is driving the market growth.

• The commercial segment dominated the United Kingdom air purifier market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR growth during the projected period.

The United Kingdom air purifier market is segmented by application into residential, commercial, and industrial. Among these, the commercial segment dominated the United Kingdom air purifier market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR growth during the projected period. Air purifier is used in commercial settings, including offices, hospitals, hotels, and retail spaces, for enhancing employee and customer health and productivity. The increasing awareness of indoor air quality and awareness about the occupants' health and well-being is driving the market in the commercial segment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the U.K. air purifier market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Daikin Airconditioning UK Ltd.
• Dyson Limited
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Panasonic UK & Ireland
• Koninklijke Philips N.V.
• Samsung Electronics (UK) Ltd.
• Sharp Consumer Electronics Poland sp. z o.o.
• Unilever UK Ltd
• Coway Co., Ltd
• Blueair AB
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Development

• In July 2024, Daikin launched two new plug-and-play air purifier models to effectively improve indoor air quality and give access to real-time insights on air quality. The models MCK70Z and MC80Z connect to Daikin’s Onecta app, which allows users to control, monitor and schedule air purification through a smartphone or tablet.

• In May 2023, British technology company Dyson launched a new air purification system for use in shared spaces, including hotel lobbies and suites, conference rooms, and open-planned offices.

• In March 2023, UK Biotech Company CodiKoat Launch Advanced HEPA Filter That Kills Viruses, Bacteria & Fungi In Seconds. UK Biotech company CodiKoat has launched a groundbreaking new antimicrobial and antiviral air filter alongside leading ventilation specialists Vent-Axia.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at U.K., regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom Air Purifier Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

UK Air Purifier Market, By Technology

• High-efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA)
• Activated Carbon
• Ionic Filters
• Others

UK Air Purifier Market, By Type

• Fixed
• Portable

UK Air Purifier Market, By Application  

• Residential
• Commercial
• Industrial