Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
AprilAire vs Devola
Where AprilAire and Devola differ
| Compare |  AprilAire | Devola ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | U243, E130, Model 700 | DV12L, DV20L, DV25L |
| Price from | $24.99 | £53.96 |
| Warranty | 10 yearsHigher | 2 years |
| Markets | US, CA, MX | GB |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | Not confirmed | 180 |
| Filter cost per year | $103.95 | Not confirmed |
| Filter change interval | 12 months | Not confirmed |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 36 |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | Not confirmed | 12 to 25 |
| Extraction test conditions | Not confirmed | operating range 5-35 degrees C, extraction quoted in temperatures as low as 5 degrees |
| Water tank (l) | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Power use (W) | Not confirmed | 378 |
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Key differences
- AprilAire scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Warranty is higher at AprilAire: 10 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only Devola offers Email, Chat.
- Products: only AprilAire offers Humidifier.
- Products: only Devola offers Fan.
- Filter types: only AprilAire offers Uv.
- Filter types: only Devola offers Carbon.
- Markets: only AprilAire offers US, CA, MX.
- Markets: only Devola offers GB.
Our verdict on each
AprilAire
AprilAire suits homeowners and renters in North America who want a single brand covering purifiers, dehumidifiers and humidifiers instead of a purifier-only range. Entry sits at $24.99, filters change every 12 months, and the annual filter bill of $103.95 is the line that tightens the cost case.
Devola
Devola suits UK households that want drying and air cleaning from a single brand without paying flagship prices, and its spread of purifiers, dehumidifiers and fans makes it easy to start small. Entry sits at £53.96, with a 2 year warranty behind the units.
Score breakdown
| Area | AprilAire | Devola |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherEntry at $24.99 and a $103.95 yearly filter bill, though the filter figure ranks 31 of 46. | 9.2Entry price of £53.96 undercuts the €127.49 typical across brands tracked here, which is where the cost score comes from. |
| Offer | 9.2Higherpurifier, dehumidifier and humidifier coverage, a 10 years warranty and a mobile app give breadth that purifier-only lines lack. | 8.8Purifiers, dehumidifiers and fans (purifier, dehumidifier and fan) with hepa h13 and carbon filters, a mobile app and a 2 year warranty in one range. |
| Trust | 8.8A 10 years warranty, energy star certification and a US base with phone and help centre support. | 9.0HigherSold by Love Shopping Direct Limited in GB since 2008, with support through email, phone and chat behind it. |
Sources behind this comparison
AprilAire
- aprilaire.com: 8 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- shop.aprilaire.com: 4 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Devola
- devola.co.uk: 17 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | AprilAire | Devola |
|---|---|---|
| Air purifiers | 12 of 55 | 26 of 55 |
| Dehumidifiers | 6 of 27 | 14 of 27 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | AprilAire | Devola |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Humidifier | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Fan |
| Filter types | Hepa h13, Uv | Hepa h13, Carbon |
| Certifications | Energy star | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Love Shopping Direct Limited |
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2008 |
| Support channels | Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | AprilAire | Devola | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | Not confirmed | 180lowest quarter | 424.925 |
| Filter cost per year | $103.95above the median | Not confirmed | $79.60 |
| Filter change interval | 12 monthsat the median | Not confirmed | 12 months |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 36above the median | 25 |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | Not confirmed | 12 to 25above the median | 23.66 |
| Water tank (l) | Not confirmed | 4at the median | 4 |
Median across 54 listed brands.
Pros and cons
AprilAire
Pros
- Entry at $24.99 ranks 7 of 76 brands on starting price, so the first outlay is light.
- Filters change on a 12 months cycle, which ranks 7 of 27 brands on interval and cuts service visits.
- The range covers purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier, against Clarifion's purifiers only, so air and moisture control come from the same maker.
Cons
- Replacement filters run $103.95 a year, and AprilAire ranks 31 of 46 brands on that figure, so running cost is the weak spot.
- Support runs on phone and help centre only, with no live chat or email listed.
- The listed markets are US, CA and MX, so buyers in other regions need to confirm parts and warranty cover before ordering.
Devola
Pros
- Entry price of £53.96 sits under the €127.49 that most brands in this comparison start at, so the range is an approachable first air treatment purchase.
- Purifiers, dehumidifiers and fans sit in the same range (purifier, dehumidifier and fan), where Clarifion lists purifiers only (purifier).
- Support runs through email, phone and chat, so help is available by phone and live chat as well as by email.
Cons
- Clean air delivery of 180 m³/h is modest, so a large open-plan room needs more than a single unit.
- Power draw of 378 W on the compressor models is high, so a room left running day and night adds to the electricity bill.
- A 4-litre water tank means repeated emptying in a house that stays damp.
Who each suits
AprilAire
Who it suits
- Homeowners and renters in the United States, CA and MX who want a single supplier for purifiers, dehumidifiers and humidifiers.
- Buyers who filter on a schedule and would rather change media every 12 months than hunt for the cheapest cartridge.
- People who want phone support and a 10 years warranty rather than app-only support.
Who should look elsewhere
- Purifier-only shoppers, who will find a narrower range at Clarifion since it covers purifier only.
- Buyers who want a fan alongside a purifier, since Vornado Air covers purifier, humidifier and fan.
- Shoppers after purifiers, dehumidifiers and fans from a single maker, since Daewoo Electricals covers purifier, dehumidifier and fan.
Devola
Who it suits
- UK households dealing with damp and mould risk who want drying and filtration from a single brand at a low starting price.
- Renters and owner occupiers who need a quiet background machine, given a noise floor of 36 dB.
- Shoppers who want app control and phone support without stepping up to a premium purifier.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone chasing strong airflow for a large room should weigh Vornado Air instead, since clean air delivery of 180 m³/h is modest.
- Buyers outside GB should look for a locally supported brand, as Devola's support and returns run through a UK operation.
- Shoppers who want humidification in the same range should pick Vornado Air, which lists humidifiers alongside purifiers and fans (purifier, humidifier and fan).
Current offers
Devola
Current offer
Discount code
5% off all products for newsletter subscribers: 5%
Subscribe to the Devola newsletter by email; code issued on signup
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | AprilAire | Devola |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
AprilAire
What does it cost to get started?+
The range opens at $24.99, and that starting price ranks 7 of 76 brands, so the first outlay is light. The bill that follows is the filter at $103.95 a year. Buyers should treat media as a standing annual expense rather than an occasional extra, because it repeats every year of ownership.
How often do filters need changing?+
AprilAire lists 12 months between filter changes, above the typical brand figure of 6 months. Fewer changes mean fewer purchases and less to remember, which is why the interval ranks 7 of 27 brands. The media itself is hepa h13 and uv.
Devola
How much does a Devola machine cost?+
Devola publishes a single entry price of £53.96 for the range, and that is the figure to hold against the €127.49 that brands in this category typically start at. Because the range covers purifier, dehumidifier and fan, the same brand can cover a first purchase and a later replacement. Pricing is per unit rather than tiered, so there is a clear step between the cheapest machine and the compressor models.
What does it cost to keep running?+
The running cost sits in two places: the filters, listed as hepa h13 and carbon, and electricity. The compressor dehumidifiers draw 378 W, so a unit left on in a persistently damp room is the main ongoing expense to plan for. A 2 year warranty covers the machine itself, which takes some of the risk out of the early months.