Besides the purchase price, an air purifier mainly costs money in replacement filters and electricity. For the Dynter AirPure Plus PA244 (45 watts, filter every 6 to 8 months), based on an assumption of €0.30 per kWh, you will pay approximately €45 to €60 per year for filters and approximately €39 to €118 for electricity, depending on how long the device runs.
How to calculate the annual costs of an air purifier
The annual costs consist of two parts: the filters and the electricity. For the electricity, multiply the power by the number of operating hours and your rate per kWh. For the filters, divide the price of a filter by its lifespan. In this article, we use an assumption of €0.30 per kWh; this rate is also used in the examples from ID.nl. Adjust it to your own contract. The product prices are those on the product page at the time of writing.
The electricity costs of the PA244
According to the product page, the PA244 has a power of 45 watts. On the highest setting, the device therefore consumes a maximum of 0.045 kWh per hour. If it runs 24 hours a day, that is approximately 1.08 kWh per day, 394 kWh per year, and at €0.30 per kWh, approximately €118. If it runs 8 hours a day, for example only at night, you will pay approximately 131 kWh and €39 per year. In practice, the device does not always run on the highest setting, so the actual costs may be lower.
| Usage per day | kWh per year (45 W) | Costs per year (assumption €0.30) |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | approximately 131 kWh | approximately €39 |
| 12 hours | approximately 197 kWh | approximately €59 |
| 24 hours | approximately 394 kWh | approximately €118 |
The filter costs: how often and how much does it cost?
The product page mentions a replaceable filter with a lifespan of 6 to 8 months. The HEPA 13 Filter Duo Pack (2 pieces) costs €59.95, so €29.98 per filter. If you replace the filter every 6 months, you will need two filters per year (approximately €60). If you replace it every 8 months, you will need 1.5 per year (approximately €45). According to the European standard EN 1822, a HEPA 13 filter captures at least 99.95 percent of particles; in practice, performance depends on the space, ventilation, and usage. How often you replace the filter depends on the air quality and usage, so use these figures as a guideline.
What does it cost in total per year?
If you add the filters and electricity together, you will pay approximately €84 to €99 per year for 8 hours a day, and approximately €163 to €178 for 24 hours a day. These are estimates based on an assumption; your own costs may differ. Want to know how long an air purifier should ideally run? Then read how long an air purifier should run.
Why a filter-based air purifier is the right choice
When comparing costs, also pay attention to the type. In an assessment of ozone-emitting air purifiers, the RIVM advises choosing filter-based (mechanical) air purifiers because they do not produce ozone, and emphasizes that air purifiers cannot replace good ventilation. A filter is therefore a cost, but also the reason the device does what it promises. An air purifier is not a medical treatment; if you have health complaints, talk to your doctor.
How to keep costs low
Place the device in the right room and in a suitable location so that it works efficiently: see where to best place an air purifier in the room. Do not run it on the highest setting longer than necessary and choose the night mode for sleeping. A full room with a lot of dust or odors requires more frequent filter replacement, so also ventilate and limit sources of pollution. Also read does an air purifier remove odors from the air for what you can and cannot expect.
Direct answer: an air purifier such as the PA244 costs approximately €45 to €60 per year for filters and, depending on the operating hours, approximately €39 (8 hours per day) to €118 (24 hours per day) for electricity, based on an assumption of €0.30 per kWh.
Dynter AirPure Plus PA244: 4-stage filtration with HEPA 13
The Dynter AirPure Plus PA244 is an air purifier for spaces up to 55 m².
Filtration: 4-stage filter system with HEPA 13 filter.
Capacity: CADR 260 m³/h, suitable for spaces up to 55 m².
Noise: 28 to 60 dB, with sleep mode (whisper quiet, dimmed lighting).
Consumption: 45 W.
Operation: 3 fan speeds, touch display, automatic mode, and remote control.
Size: 25 × 25 × 36 cm and 4.5 kg.
Filter: replaceable, lifespan 6 to 8 months.
View the Dynter AirPure Plus PA244 air purifier, order the HEPA 13 replacement filter, or view the entire air purifier collection.
Frequently asked questions
How much electricity does the PA244 consume per month?
At 8 hours per day, approximately 11 kWh per month (approximately €3.29 based on an assumption of €0.30 per kWh); at 24 hours per day, approximately 32 kWh (approximately €9.72).
How often should the filter of the PA244 be replaced?
The product page mentions a lifespan of 6 to 8 months. With a lot of dust or intensive use, earlier replacement may be necessary.
Should an air purifier be on all day?
That depends on your situation. An air purifier works more effectively when it runs regularly, but you can choose to run it only at night or during the day, for example.
What happens if I do not replace the filter?
A saturated filter captures fewer particles and can reduce airflow. Therefore, replace the filter according to the recommended interval.