Cosmo Air Purifier Review

When Singapore encountered the worst haze period in 2015, air purifier was one of the hot topics among family members and friends.

Back then, people start to understand air particle counts (e.g. PM 2.5) and HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filters. Fast-forward to 2020, haze is no longer a major concern in Singapore. Everyone is worried about the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is one thing that is still being mentioned – HEPA FILTER.

As we get to know more about HEPA filters, we now know that not all HEPA filters are the same. The air purifier I am introducing is using Medical Grade H13 HEPA Technology.

The Cosmo Prime Air Purifier not only cleans the air, it also removes viruses, bacterias, allergens, and more.

Cosmo Prime Air Purifier
The Cosmo Prime Air Purifier looks simple and minimalistic. It is white in color except for the top which has the controls and fins that allow filtered air to pass through.

Beneath the cover is a sensor that measures the environment to display the actual air quality.

It is not the smallest air purifier but it blends well with the most homes. Here is the dimension:

Dimensions

Height: 49.7 cm
Width: 27 cm
Length: 30.3 cm
The heart of this Cosmo Prime Air Purifier is the HEPA Filter. As mentioned earlier, it is a medical-grade H13 HEPA filter.

Check out the differences between HEPA filter and Cosmo’s HEPA Filter.

Cosmo’s HEPA filter consists of three “layers”.

1st: Pre Filter – Intercept large suspended particles like hair, dust, lint, and fur
2nd: H13 HEPA Filter – Remove micron particles and block bacteria, pollen, pet dander, dust mites
3rd: Activated Carbon – Neutralises odors in the air, absorbs formaldehyde
Here is how it looks like with the HEPA Filter installed.

Here is how it looks like with the HEPA Filter being taken out.

How it works

When the Cosmo Prime is turned on, the fan will rotate and draws in the air from the environment through the filter. The sensor will start to measure the air quality and the HEPA filter will filter out the particles and allow clean air to go through it. The clean air will be released to the environment.

As the sensor is measuring in real time, it is able to determine the actual air quality in that area.

Usage
There isn’t any learning curve to use the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier. Just like a fan, you can turn it on or off with the button on the top of it.

However, things get better when you start to go beyond the physical buttons.

Check out my unboxing and demo video to understand.

As you can see from the video, there are 4 ways you can control the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier.

Using the controls on the top of the unit
Using the Smart Life App that you can download for Android (Google Playstore) or iOS (Apple Store).
Linking it with Google Home App to control the start/stop
Using Voice Control via Google Home network.
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BTW, the unit comes with Child-Lock to prevent children from meddling with it. It also has an ANION feature (negative charged ion). Depending on your usage, you can turn it on/off in the Smart Life app or using the physical button.

If you are thinking how the COSMO Prime Air Purifer compares with its competitors, check out this chart from Cosmo.

I am not sure why they are comparing 5 stars reviews but I must say that in terms of price-point, Cosmo Prime is really attractive.

Currently it is retailed at S$399. You can check it out here.

BTW, the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier has something that I think is really useful. It has a built-in handle that you can carry it.

Summary
Overall, the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier is easy to use with many options to operate it. With the pricing, it is an affordable HEPA filter air purifier.

In terms of usage, I love that it is monitoring the air in real-time and I can attest that it can take out smoke (e.g. incense) and odour or smell effectively.

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The Cosmo Prime Air Purifier not only cleans the air, it also removes viruses, bacterias, allergens, and more.

Cosmo Prime Air Purifier
The Cosmo Prime Air Purifier looks simple and minimalistic. It is white in color except for the top which has the controls and fins that allow filtered air to pass through.

Beneath the cover is a sensor that measures the environment to display the actual air quality.

It is not the smallest air purifier but it blends well with the most homes. Here is the dimension:

Dimensions

Height: 49.7 cm
Width: 27 cm
Length: 30.3 cm
The heart of this Cosmo Prime Air Purifier is the HEPA Filter. As mentioned earlier, it is a medical-grade H13 HEPA filter

Cosmo’s HEPA filter consists of three “layers”.

1st: Pre Filter – Intercept large suspended particles like hair, dust, lint, and fur
2nd: H13 HEPA Filter – Remove micron particles and block bacteria, pollen, pet dander, dust mites
3rd: Activated Carbon – Neutralises odors in the air, absorbs formaldehyde
Here is how it looks like with the HEPA Filter installed.

How it works

When the Cosmo Prime is turned on, the fan will rotate and draws in the air from the environment through the filter. The sensor will start to measure the air quality and the HEPA filter will filter out the particles and allow clean air to go through it. The clean air will be released to the environment.

As the sensor is measuring in real time, it is able to determine the actual air quality in that area.

Usage
There isn’t any learning curve to use the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier. Just like a fan, you can turn it on or off with the button on the top of it.

However, things get better when you start to go beyond the physical buttons.

As you can see from the video, there are 4 ways you can control the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier.

Using the controls on the top of the unit
Using the Smart Life App that you can download for Android (Google Playstore) or iOS (Apple Store).
Linking it with Google Home App to control the start/stop
Using Voice Control via Google Home network.

BTW, the unit comes with Child-Lock to prevent children from meddling with it. It also has an ANION feature (negative charged ion). Depending on your usage, you can turn it on/off in the Smart Life app or using the physical button.

If you are thinking how the COSMO Prime Air Purifer compares with its competitors, check out this chart from Cosmo.

I am not sure why they are comparing 5 stars reviews but I must say that in terms of price-point, Cosmo Prime is really attractive.

Currently it is retailed at S$399. You can check it out here.

BTW, the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier has something that I think is really useful. It has a built-in handle that you can carry it.

Overall, the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier is easy to use with many options to operate it. With the pricing, it is an affordable HEPA filter air purifier.

In terms of usage, I love that it is monitoring the air in real-time and I can attest that it can take out smoke (e.g. incense) and odour or smell effectively.

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Here we check out the Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier, described by @bestinsingaporeofficial as the “best overall purifier for most users”.

Very Fast Same Day Delivery
The Cosmo website promises same day delivery, but boy, was I surprised when it came in less than three hours after I ordered it!

Simple To Set-Up, Use Of Modern HEPA Filter
The instruction manual was very easy to follow. Before using, you just have to remove the back cover so as to get to the HEPA filter inside. The HEPA filter is wrapped in clear plastic. Remove the wrapping, place everything back in place, plug in the switch and the purifier is ready for use.

What’s HEPA Filter?
HEPA stands for “high-efficiency particulate air”, and HEPA filters can stop 99.97% of all air pollutants such as haze, dust and germs. It can also absorb bad odours with its activated carbon layer.

Easy-To-Use User Interface
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The touch screen contributes to the air purifier’s minimalistic aesthetics.

The screen also shows the current air quality for easy monitoring.

You can also control it using your mobile phone by downloading its “Smart Life” app.

Very Quiet
At a noise level of 20dB, Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier is also one of the quietest in the market. Perfect for light sleepers and people sensitive to noise.

However, note that 20dB does not apply to the medium and high settings, which can be quite loud. That said, I believe the medium or high setting would only be needed if you stay near the ground level where smoke from the burning of offerings during the Hungry Ghost Festival may waft into your home, you smoke indoors, or if the haze from neighboring forest fires blows over again. In other words, for daily living needs, the 20dB mode would be more than sufficient.

The Iffy Frill- Anion Function
Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier has an Anion Mode which “releases healthy anions into the surroundings”, as stated on their website. Sure, while anions, also known as negative ions, have proven positive benefits for health, it is unlikely that the amount of anions generated by the air purifier would have any significant effect.

To reap the health benefits of anions, you will be better off getting it in nature, where anions are abundant, such as around waterfalls, on the ocean surf, at the beach and in mountains and forests.

Sleep Mode Option: No Display Lights + Very Quiet
Compared to some other machines where lights from the display screen cannot be switched off completely, Sleepers who prefer total darkness, peace and quiet will be pleased with Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier’s “Sleep mode” option. Sleep in peace while the air purifier works its magic, without annoying lights or sound to remind you of its presence.

Left pic: Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier in Sleep mode- no lights on the display screen, except for two very muted lights indicating “ON/OFF” and “MODE”.

Other Notes
An air purifier is an investment into the better health of loved ones, which is priceless. That said, we would want to know how much the investment is.

While doing your research on which air purifier to get, apart from the upfront cost of the machine, remember to factor in the cost of the replacement filter. For example, the Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier HEPA filter costs $130, and it is recommended to change every 12-18 months, depending on air quality and usage.

Cosmo Prime® Air Purifier currently has a 20-Day free trial. You can check it out at their website.

It has air inlets all around its cylindrical frame, which allow it to filter particles from all angles. In fact, it filters 99.97% of particles in the air. Good eh?

I do have a small air purifier that I previously owned, but it was not working well. Thus, this Air Purifier came just at the right time! It was a tad larger than I would have liked it to be, but no complaints here – as long as it functions well and does not take up too much space, I am happy!

Cosmo offers free delivery and you can even choose to have it delivered within the same day.

I was not in desperate need of the air purifier, so I chose to have it delivered on a Friday evening when I knew I would be home, and available to receive new products at my door. It arrived earlier than expected by mid-afternoon on that day, while I was in the middle of a #workfromhome meeting. Ha ha!

The Air Purifier comes with an instruction manual, which I urge everyone to read so that you will know how to utilise this Air Purifier optimally. I never used to bother about instruction manuals until I started using smart gadgets.

Before you connect the plug to an electrical socket and turn the power button on, you will need to check on the HEPA filter first!

The filter is protected by a plastic wrapping, so you will need to remove it, before fitting it back into the machine. Once this is done, you can connect your plug and turn the power button on!

The HEPA filter is called a ‘3-in-1’ filter because it contains 3 layers:

1) 1st layer: A pre-filter to trap large particles like hair, lint, dust and fur;

2) 2nd layer: A H13 HEPA filter to trap smaller particles like pollen and dust mites; and

3) 3rd layer: An activated carbon filter to neutralise odours in air (particularly from pets) and absorb formaldehyde

To maintain the filter, you can clean the filter regularly using a soft cloth. However, do remember not to i) wash the filter under running water or ii) use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter. Depending on your usage or the air quality, it is also recommended for you to change the filter every 12 to 18 months at a price of $130.

Let’s move on to its touch panel, shall we?

When the Air Purifier is switched on, it changes colours in the sequence of blue – cyan – green – yellow – orange – red – purple during the preheating phase. After 30 seconds, it will reflect a colour that will indicate the true air quality. If you see a beautiful blue light like the one above, smile because you’ve got good air quality in your room. If you see a yellow light, you’ve got average air quality. If you see red, uh-oh! Time to do something about the air quality in your room!

The digital display also shows the number of PM 2.5 particles that are currently present in the air. The lower the number, the better. In fact, the number gets lower as you allow the Air Purifier to work its magic.

On the touch panel, you will also notice other functions like ‘mode’, ‘timer’ and ‘light’.

Mode controls the wind speed and you can adjust it to ‘Auto’, ‘High’ , ‘Medium’ or ‘Sleep’.

I usually go for ‘Medium’ or ‘Sleep’ mode, with the latter being my favourite mode. Cosmo uses a SilentMotor-VX Technology where the noise level at ‘Sleep’ mode is a mere 20 decibels. That is softer than a whisper and will certainly not disrupt your sleep at all. Coupled with the beautiful blue light that serves as a calming night light, you are bound to enjoy a relaxing sleep.

You can also set the Timer at 2 hours, 4 hours or 8 hours depending on your needs. Once the timer is up, the Air Purifier will go into standby mode and turn off all lights. 2 hours is usually suffice for me.

As for Light, you can control the intensity of the light emitting from the Air Purifier. What’s more cool about this function is the child lock button, which you will need to press for 3 seconds to lock or unlock this function. Once this function is up, your child will not be able to change your settings accidentally if they decide to fiddle with the Air Purifier. I shall make sure this function is up when my niece enters my room.

There is another button that looks rather obscure on the touch panel, so let me draw your attention to it.

The tiny button that I was pointing to with my nicely manicured finger is the Anion/Filter Button. When you press it, it generates anions, which are negatively charged particles that are abundant in nature. Releasing them into the air cleans the air of germs, strengthens our immunity, enhances our sleep and improves our mood. I’ll definitely be utilising this function whenever I switch on the Air Purifier.

When it is time to change the filter or if the filter gets blocked, there will be a continuous flashing light emitting from the button to remind you to take action. You can press the filter button for 7 seconds to stop the flashing light.

If you are savvy, you can also download the ‘Smart Life’ app from the app store or on Google Play and control your Air Purifier from your phone.

Unfortunately, my WiFi is terrible and does not sync well with this app so I was unable to enjoy its convenience. If you are able to, do give it a go and let me know if it works well for you!

Features of Cosmo Prime Air Purifier

Designed in Germany, Cosmo Air Purifier boasts medical grade H13 HEPA technology which means that it comes equipped with a revolutionary 3-in-1 HEPA Filter. Unlike regular HEPA filters, this ultimate filter has been engineered to filter up to 99.97% of all air pollutants (down to 0.1 microns) including smoke, dust, dander, other harmful chemical and infectious agents in addition to pollen, dust, mould, bacteria and dust mites.

The first pre-filter intercepts large suspended particles such as hair, dust, lint and fur. The second H13 HEPA filter removes microparticles and blocks germs and allergens while the third activated carbon neutralizes odors in the air and absorbs formaldehyde. Plus, these filters have pores that are up to 20 times finer than your average HEPA filters, hence ensuring that it traps the fine pollutants that it claims to.
It also has a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 400m3 and a coverage area of 80m2 – making it perfect for most rooms.

I was delighted with the color of the product since it matched the color scheme of the kids room! With a sleek and modern cylindrical design and dimensions of 27 cm (w) x 30.3 cm (l) x 49.7 cm (h), the air purifier fits seamlessly into any kind of room and looks quite chic. And it is unexpectedly light weight. It even has a cute handle for easy transportation.

I would recommend that you read the instruction manual before plugging in the machine. The HEPA filter is protected by a plastic wrapping which you would need to remove first before fitting it back into the machine. After that, you are good to go!

When you press the power button the default wind speed mode is medium.

You will notice the indicator light change sequentially from blue – cyan – green – yellow – orange – red – purple, which will last 30s for pre-heating. After 30s, the light indicator will reflect the true air quality. Blue = good air quality, yellow = average air quality and red = poor air quality. The digital display will also show the PM2.5 numerical reading according to the air quality.

I was super stoked to see that the air quality in my home is indeed good!

You can adjust the wind speed according to 4 settings: Auto-High-Medium-Sleep. I usually turn on the Sleep Mode because this function turns off the LED air quality lights.

Since the Cosmo Prime Air Purifier is located in the children’s room, I always make sure that the Child Lock Button is enabled. This ensures that my inquisitive littles ones don’t go experimenting with the settings! All you have to do is that whilst the purifier is on, press the Light/Child Lock button for 3s to activate the Child Lock Function. Do the same to unlock the function.

You can use the Anion/Filter button to start the anion generator. Anions are scarce in cities but abundant in forests, mountains, waterfalls, beaches and oceans. Anions have many benefits to the human body including enhancing immunity, alleviating allergies, promoting deep sleep and boosting mood.

This air purifier is designed to do its job silently (as low as 20 decibels for sleep mode). You can take my word for it that it is barely more audible than a whisper!

Maintenance

Keep the machine away from water (don’t place under aircon unit to prevent condensed water from dripping on it).
Keep the filter clean with a soft cloth but do not wash the filter or use a vacuum cleaner to clean it.
Do not use flammable, abrasive or corrosive cleaners to clean any part of the unit.
You can sterilize the filter under sunlight at regular intervals.
If you were wondering how often you need to change the filter, it is recommended for you to change the 3-in-1 HEPA filter every 12-18 months, depending on air quality and usage. The proprietary filter costs $130.
Use with Smart Life App

For the tech savy, you can download the “Smart Life” app, register for an account and add the device to it. This enables you to control your smart device via your mobile phone.

Warranty

Cosmo will refund buyers on their product purchases made on this website up to a 5-year period from the date of payment if certain conditions are met (refer product website here)

If you are not satisfied with the product, you can return it and avail a full refund. Moreover, there is a 20 day free trial. The company obviously believes in their product and hence will go the extra mile towards customer satisfaction.

Limited Promotion – Enjoy $139 Off!

The regular price for this product is $538 but the company is currently running a limited promotion that gives you a whopping 26% discount. Free same-day delivery and 5-year warranty included!

Summary

If you have people at home who suffer from allergies or respiratory issues, a household with pets or you simply wish to achieve the goal of you and your family breathing clean air, then Cosmo Prime Air Purifier would be a good bet.

What makes Cosmo Prime Air Purifier better than other air purifiers in the market is value-for-money, the superior 3-in-1 HEPA filter, smartphone control, anion mode, night light option, negligible noise level, duration of trial and warranty and same day delivery.

I have been using the product for several weeks and I am very satisfied with it.
Interested to invest in a Cosmo Prime Air Purifier?

The Cosmo Prime Air Purifier retails at $538 but is currently having a 26% limited time discount. It comes with free delivery and a 5-year warranty.

You can check them out and order directly from Cosmo Air Purifiers website. Alternatively, you can also visit them at their showroom at the address below. Don’t forget to follow them on Facebook and Instagram for updates and promotions too!

Cosmo Tech Customer Service

Showroom Address:
Mactech Building
2 Kallang Pudding Road
#02-04 S349307

Showroom Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday 11am – 5pm
Closed on Sun & Public Holidays

Email: enquiry@airpurifiers.sg

WhatsApp / Text: 8247 0478

Showroom Address:
Mactech Building
2 Kallang Pudding Road
#02-04 Singapore 349307

Opening hours:
Mon to Sat – 11am to 5pm
Closed on Sun & Public Holidays

Disclaimer: This post is done in collaboration with Best in Singapore and Cosmo Air Purifiers. Review is based on personal experiences.