Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Danby vs TOSOT Direct
Where Danby and TOSOT Direct differ
| Compare |  Danby | TOSOT Direct ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | DAP290BAW, DAP152BAW-I, DDR060BMP2WDB | KJ350G True HEPA Air Purifier (TST-AP-350A); 50 Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump (2012 DOE 70 Pint); 20 Pint Dehumidifier (2012 DOE 30 Pint) |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 492.71Higher | 340 |
| Room size (m²) | 371.61Higher | 41.8 |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | 25Lower | 32 |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | 28.4Higher | 23.7 |
| Power use (W) | 250 to 420Lower | 770 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 to 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US, CACovers more | US |
| Price from | Not confirmed | $39.99 |
| Filter cost per year | Not confirmed | $59.99 to $79.98 |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 6 to 8 months |
| Extraction test conditions | Not confirmed | 2019 DOE standard (2012 DOE: 70 pints/day); 115V/60Hz, 41-90F operating range |
| Water tank (l) | Not confirmed | 6.1 |
Same on both: Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) is higher at Danby: 492.71 vs 340.
- Room size (m²) is higher at Danby: 371.61 vs 41.8.
- Quietest noise level (dB) is lower at Danby: 25 vs 32.
- Extraction per day (l/day) is higher at Danby: 28.4 vs 23.7.
- Power use (W) is lower at Danby: 250 to 420 vs 770.
- Warranty is higher at TOSOT Direct: 1 to 5 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only TOSOT Direct offers Community.
- Certifications: only TOSOT Direct offers Energy star.
- Founded is lower at Danby: 1947 vs 1991.
- Danby is available in 2 more countries.
Our verdict on each
Danby
Danby suits households that want purifiers, dehumidifiers and humidifiers from one Canadian maker with app control and support on email, phone and help centre. Its room coverage ranks 5 of 54 brands, while clean air delivery sits mid-field, so weigh the area figure against the airflow one.
TOSOT Direct
TOSOT Direct suits US households wanting one small brand for air treatment on a budget, and less suitable for open-plan rooms. The reference purifier delivers 340 m³/h CADR for rooms of 41.8 square metres, sold from $39.99.
Score breakdown
| Area | Danby | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.4Entry price sits at $39.99, ranked 13 of 76 on price from, with filter costs of $59.99 to $79.98 a year. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherOffer score of 9.2 sits against a site entry price reference of €96.46 and a 2 year warranty. | 9.0Covers purifier, dehumidifier and fan in purifier, dehumidifier and fan, runs at 340 m³/h CADR and 41.8 square metres, with a mobile app. |
| Trust | 9.3Trust score of 9.3 pairs with email, phone and help centre support, a 2 year warranty and one listed certification, aham verifide. | 9.6HigherSold by SainStore Inc. in US, founded 1991, warranty of 1 to 5 years and support on email, phone and help centre. |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Danby | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Air purifiers | 13 of 55 | 16 of 55 |
| Dehumidifiers | 7 of 27 | 9 of 27 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Danby | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Canada | United States |
Available in 1 country for both. Additional countries for Danby: 2.
Choosing between them
Pick Danby if clean air delivery rate (m³/h), room size (m²), and quietest noise level (db) matter most.
Pick TOSOT Direct if trust and warranty matter most.
Also worth a look
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AlorairCrawlspace reviewSources behind this comparison
Danby
- danby.com: 16 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TOSOT Direct
- tosotdirect.com: 21 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Danby | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Humidifier | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Fan |
| Filter types | Hepa h13, Carbon, Ioniser | Hepa h13, Carbon, Uv |
| Certifications | Aham verifide | Aham verifide, Energy starCovers more |
| Legal entity | Danby Products Ltd | SainStore Inc. |
| Headquarters | Canada | United States |
| Founded | 1947Lower | 1991 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Danby | TOSOT Direct | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $39.99lowest quarter | $109.99 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 492.71above the median | 340below the median | 424.925 |
| Room size (m²) | 371.61highest quarter | 41.8lowest quarter | 124 |
| Filter cost per year | Not confirmed | $59.99 to $79.98below the median | $79.60 |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 6 to 8 monthsbelow the median | 12 |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | 25at the median | 32above the median | 25 |
Median across 65 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Danby
Pros
- One maker covers purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier work, purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier, where Clarifion sells purifiers only, purifier.
- Room coverage of 371.61 m² ranks 5 of 54 brands, well above where the same brand sits on clean air delivery.
- A mobile app is part of the package, so settings are not limited to the unit, and help is reachable on email, phone and help centre.
Cons
- Clean air delivery of 492.71 m³/h leaves the brand at 21 of 47, so a buyer chasing raw throughput for a large open space has stronger options elsewhere in the field.
- One listed certification, aham verifide, while Energy Star is the mark held by 72.7% of brands on the site, leaving a narrower shortlist for an efficiency-minded buyer.
- Sales run to US and CA, so anyone ordering from outside the US and Canada should weigh return shipping and where warranty service lands.
TOSOT Direct
Pros
- Entry price of $39.99 ranks 13 of 76 on price from across tracked brands.
- Covers purifier, dehumidifier and fan under one brand, so purifier and dehumidifier buying stay in the same place.
- The reference purifier carries aham verifide and energy star and runs quietly from 32 decibels.
Cons
- Room coverage of 41.8 square metres ranks 43 of 54, behind many purifier rivals.
- Clean air delivery of 340 m³/h ranks 28 of 47 on CADR.
- The range sits in US only, so buyers elsewhere look at Vornado Air, which lists humidifiers and fans alongside purifiers.
Who each suits
Danby
Who it suits
- Households that want purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier from a single brand: purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier.
- Buyers in the US and Canada who want phone and email support: email, phone and help centre.
- Anyone who wants app control and a 2 year warranty covered in the same purchase.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers after the strongest clean air delivery numbers, since Danby sits at 21 of 47; Clarifion is the purifier-only alternative to weigh, purifier.
- People who want fan machines alongside air treatment: Vornado Air lists purifier, humidifier and fan for exactly that.
- Shoppers who want dehumidifier output next to purifiers in a range that also carries fans: Daewoo Electricals pairs purifier, dehumidifier and fan.
TOSOT Direct
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners in the US buying at the entry end of the market, where $39.99 sets the tone.
- Anyone who wants purifier, dehumidifier and fan from one brand, since purifier, dehumidifier and fan covers all three.
- People who want help by phone as well as online, with support on email, phone and help centre and a warranty of 1 to 5 years.
Who should look elsewhere
- Open-plan living rooms, where 41.8 square metres of coverage falls short next to higher CADR brands.
- Anyone outside US, who should check a brand such as Clarifion instead.
- Buyers who want ionising filtration, since hepa h13, carbon and uv lists HEPA, carbon and UV only.
Country by country
| Country | Danby | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Mexico | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Danby
What does Danby make?+
Danby covers three kinds of machine, purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier, so a purifier can be bought alongside a dehumidifier or a humidifier from the same maker. The models listed for air purification are DAP290BAW, DAP152BAW-I, DDR060BMP2WDB. That gives you a fixed set of reference points for weighing airflow and room claims against rivals.
How does Danby price against the field?+
The offer score for Danby is 9.2, with the overall rating at 9.2. Entry prices across the site start as low as €0.89 and top out at €1,753.05, with €96.46 as the mid point buyers tend to start from. Danby competes in the lower and middle of those bands.
TOSOT Direct
How much does a TOSOT Direct air purifier cost at entry?+
The range starts at $39.99, and that entry figure ranks 13 of 76 brands on price from. Filter costs then run $59.99 to $79.98 a year, which is the number to add when comparing machines over more than the first year.
What are the yearly running costs of owning a TOSOT Direct purifier?+
The filter set in hepa h13, carbon and uv is the main ongoing expense, priced at $59.99 to $79.98 a year with a 6 to 8 months replacement interval. No subscription is listed, so the yearly filter cost is the standing commitment.