Wildfires continue to break out across the United States.

Learn about the best air purifier for wildfire smoke.

Do air purifiers help with smoke?

A portable room air purifier can help you manage poor indoor air quality caused by wildfire smoke, as recommended by EPA guidelines. However, not all air purifiers are equipped for smoke removal.

Better than HEPA Filtration

HEPA is the industry standard (99.97% at 0.3 micron). Air purifiers containing HEPA filtration clean your indoor air of harmful particles caused by smoke, as well as VOCs.

The CDC and EPA recommend using an air purification system using HEPA filtration to protect inhabitants of your home from breathing in smoke.

Our filters have been independently tested to remove 99.99% of particles down to 0.1 micron.

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Defender Air Purifier

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✓ FDA-cleared Class II Medical Device

✓ Eliminates 99.99% of smoke particles, viruses, allergens and more

✓ Eliminates and destroys the COVID virus and other viruses like it

✓ Lifetime Perpetual Warranty

✓ Free Shipping

✓ For small & large spaces up to 700 sq. ft.

✓ FDA-cleared Class II Medical Device

✓ Eliminates 99.99% of smoke particles, viruses, allergens and more

✓ Eliminates and destroys the COVID virus and other viruses like it

✓ Lifetime Perpetual Warranty

✓ Free Shipping

✓ For large spaces up to 700 sq. ft.

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Ozone-Free & ARB Certified

Caution should be used when selecting an air cleaner, as they may generate ozone and/or other potentially harmful chemical compounds.

All portable indoor air cleaning devices sold in California are required to be certified by CARB. Air cleaners certified as being ozone-safe can be found on California's list of certified air cleaners here.

No UV Light

Some types of electronic air cleaners use UV bulbs to improve the removal of pollutants. However, these devices can emit ozone and some that are designed to remove chemicals actually emit volatile chemicals into the air. – www.epa.gov

Why the Defender is a smart choice:

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100% Refundable,
30 Day Trial

Worry Free. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, simply return your Defender for a full refund within 30 days.

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COVID Capture Technology

Verified Results. 99.9% capture rate, with over 95% of the captured pathogen verified as destroyed in the first 24 hours.

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Unmatched Warranty

Peace of Mind. The Defender includes an industry leading LIFETIME perpetual warranty.

High-Efficiency Filters

The best air filters for wildfire smoke.

Enviropure Charcoal Wrap

Made with HEGA (High Efficiency Gas Absorption) material, which is highly effective at removing harmful pollutants and odors.

Removes:
• smoke particles
• household odors
• cigarette smoke

• and more

Medi-Filter Cartridge

Provides three times better-than-HEPA filtration to remove harmful airborne pollutants.

Removes:
• dust mites
• mold spores
• viruses & bacteria
• airborne chemicals
• and more

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Free 2-Day Shipping

Delivered Quick. The Defender includes free 2-day shipping anywhere in the USA.

Assembled In The USA

USA Assembled. From the Ohio, USA manufacturing facility directly to you.  

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Established Dependability. Millions of satisified customers worldwide have trusted FilterQueen for nearly 100 years.

The Defender is Ozone-Free and ARB Certified

Caution should be used when selecting an air cleaner, as they may generate ozone and/or other potentially harmful chemical compounds.

All portable indoor air cleaning devices sold in California are required to be certified by CARB. Air cleaners certified as being ozone-safe can be found on California's list of certified air cleaners here.

Contains No UV Lights

Some types of electronic air cleaners use UV bulbs to improve the removal of pollutants. However, these devices can emit ozone and some that are designed to remove chemicals actually emit volatile chemicals into the air. – www.epa.gov

Tips to remove wildfire smoke from inside your home

Particle pollution can cause serious health problems – including asthma attacks, heart attacks, strokes and early death.

 

  • Clean hard surfaces in the home to eliminate particles from coming back into the air.
  • Diminish the smoke that enters your home by keeping the entryways and windows shut.
  • Utilize a portable air cleaner that can run 24 hours every day on high.

See what actual customers are saying:

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"Our family loves our Defender Air Purifier, with allergies and asthma it has help us stay healthier throughout the year."

Cheyenne M.

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"Works quietly and well. I have a wood burning stove. Occasionally, smoke escapes from the stove when I feed the fire. The Defender quickly and efficiently removes the smoke from the air."

Roxanna S.

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"I just purchased my third Defender and now have one in each of our bedrooms. Filtration is the best and they are very dependable. I trust letting them run 24/7 in my home. The price is worth the quality!"

Matt C.

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Defender Tech Specs

FDA-Cleared Class II Medical Device

FDA Clearance:

510(k) Class II medical device (#K010616)

Dimensions:

17.5" height x 12.25" diameter

Weight:

12.75 pounds

Speed Controls:

3

Air Outlet:

360° Pure Top Release

Motor:

Brushless high efficiency motor
(100,000 hours expected life)
120V / 60Hz / 85W

Amps:

0.90 (high)
0.43 (medium)
0.27 (low)

Outlet:

Standard 110/120 U.S. Outlet

Plug:

Polarized Type A Plug

CSA Approved:

Yes

Decibels:

High Speed — 65 decibels
Medium Speed — 56 decibels
Low Speed — 46 decibels

Filtration Level:

> 99.99% at 0.1 micron

Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE):

99.999%

Warranty:

Lifetime Perpetual Warranty