I survived three years without an air purifier.
"If the fine dust is bad, just don't open the window" — that was my strategy. Then this spring, my allergies exploded. Sneezing 10 times every morning, stuffy nose, itchy eyes. Exhausted before even leaving for work.
Doctor said: "Manage your indoor air." I searched Coupang for air purifiers that same day.
I didn't need an expensive one
First looked at the Samsung Bespoke Cube — over 400,000 won. But I live in a 15-pyeong studio. Do I really need that?
Turns out what matters is coverage area. The Samsung Bluesky 3100 covers 33㎡ (about 10 pyeong). Perfect for a studio. Price: around 160,000 won.
It's compact
Height 50cm, 35×35cm footprint. Sits next to my desk without taking over the room. Large air purifiers dominate a small studio — this one stays subtle.
Does it actually work?
Skeptical at first. Then after 3-4 days, my morning sneezing decreased noticeably. The SmartThings app shows indoor air quality numbers — cooking spikes the readings, and 30 minutes of purifying brings them back down. Seeing the numbers builds trust.
Sleep mode is genuinely silent
Under 20dB. I had a bad experience at a friend's place with a noisy purifier — couldn't sleep. This one? I have to listen carefully to even notice it's on.
Filter costs are minimal
Replace every 6-12 months, about 20,000 won per filter. Less than monthly coffee spending.
It won't cover a big apartment
33㎡ means studio to small living room. Two-bedroom apartment? You'll need something bigger or one per room.
For studio living, 160,000 won is less than I'd spend on allergy clinic visits over a few months. Worth it.
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