Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Devola vs TOSOT Direct
Devola vs TOSOT Direct: the differences
| Compare | Devola ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | TOSOT Direct ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | DV12L, DV20L, DV25L | 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) |
| Price from | £53.96 | $39.99 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 180 | 340Higher |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | 36 | 32Lower |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | 12 to 25Higher | 23.7 |
| Extraction test conditions | operating range 5-35 degrees C, extraction quoted in temperatures as low as 5 degrees | 2019 DOE standard (2012 DOE: 70 pints/day); 115V/60Hz, 41-90F operating range |
| Water tank (l) | 4 | 6.1Higher |
| Power use (W) | 378Lower | 770 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 to 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | GB | US |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 41.8 |
| Filter cost per year | Not confirmed | $59.99 to $79.98 |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 6 to 8 months |
Same on both: Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- TOSOT Direct scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) is higher at TOSOT Direct: 340 vs 180.
- Quietest noise level (dB) is lower at TOSOT Direct: 32 vs 36.
- Extraction per day (l/day) is higher at Devola: 12 to 25 vs 23.7.
- Water tank (l) is higher at TOSOT Direct: 6.1 vs 4.
- Power use (W) is lower at Devola: 378 vs 770.
- Warranty is higher at TOSOT Direct: 1 to 5 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only Devola offers Chat.
- Support channels: only TOSOT Direct offers Community.
- Founded is lower at TOSOT Direct: 1991 vs 2008.
Our verdict on each
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.
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 | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2Entry price of £53.96 undercuts the €127.49 typical across brands tracked here, which is where the cost score comes from. | 9.4HigherEntry price sits at $39.99, ranked 13 of 76 on price from, with filter costs of $59.99 to $79.98 a year. |
| Offer | 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. | 9.0HigherCovers 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 | 9.0Sold by Love Shopping Direct Limited in GB since 2008, with support through email, phone and chat behind it. | 9.6HigherSold by SainStore Inc. in US, founded 1991, warranty of 1 to 5 years and support on email, phone and help centre. |
How they place
| Ranking | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Air purifiers | 26 of 55 | 16 of 55 |
| Dehumidifiers | 14 of 27 | 9 of 27 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | United States |
Additional countries for Devola: 1. Additional countries for TOSOT Direct: 1.
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 180 | 340 |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | 36 | 32 |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | 12 to 25 | 23.7 |
| Water tank (l) | 4 | 6.1 |
| Power use (W) | 378 | 770 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 to 5 years |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Fan | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Fan |
| Filter types | Hepa h13, Carbon | Hepa h13, Carbon, UvCovers more |
| Certifications | Not confirmed | Aham verifide, Energy star |
| Legal entity | Love Shopping Direct Limited | SainStore Inc. |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | United States |
| Founded | 2008 | 1991Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Devola | TOSOT Direct | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 180lowest quarter | 340below the median | 424.925 |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 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) | 36above the median | 32above the median | 25 |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | 12 to 25above the median | 23.7above the median | 23.66 |
Median across 65 listed brands.
Pros and cons
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.
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
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).
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.
Current offers
Devola
Current offer
Discount code
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Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Devola | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
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.
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.