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TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier vs FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401

The FRESHDEW AP401 is the stronger pick for most people: higher CADR (247 CFM vs 270 cmh, roughly 160 CFM), a quieter 22 dB sleep mode, a PM2.5 display, and a 3-year warranty. The TCL Breeva A3 counters with a true HEPA H13 filter plus UV-C and an ionizer, dual dust and VOC sensors, and smart-home control through Alexa, Google Assistant and the TCL Home app. Build quality is comparable at this tier; the FRESHDEW's certification set (CARB, ETL, FCC) and warranty are the more reassuring paper trail, while TCL is the better fit if you want app and voice control.

  • Choose the TCL Breeva A3 if you want H13 filtration with UV-C and an ionizer, plus Alexa, Google Assistant and app control.
  • Choose the FRESHDEW AP401 if you want more clean air per minute, the quietest sleep mode, a PM2.5 readout and a 3-year warranty.

Prices

  • TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier: $79.99 at Best Buy (last seen Nov 10)
  • FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401: $89.99 at airfirestore.com (last seen Nov 12)
  • Difference: the TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier is $10.00 cheaper than the FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401 at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 12)
TCL
TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier

TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier

$79.99at Best BuyChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • True HEPA H13 with UV-C and ionizer
  • Dust and VOC sensors with color air quality display
  • Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and the TCL Home app
  • 360-degree intake and built-in timer
Cons
  • Lower CADR than the FRESHDEW
  • Louder sleep mode at 26 dB
  • Warranty and certifications not stated
  • Ionizer can be a concern for some sensitive users
FRESHDEW
FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401

FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401

4.9(18 ratings)
$89.99at airfirestore.comChecked Nov 12
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Pros
  • Higher CADR for faster cleaning in a room
  • Quietest sleep mode at 22 dB
  • PM2.5 display and 3,000-hour filter reminder
  • CARB, ETL and FCC certified with a 3-year warranty
Cons
  • No app or voice control
  • HEPA grade not specified
  • 4-stage filtration without UV or ionizer
  • The 2,500 sq ft coverage claim assumes one air exchange per hour

What separates them

TCL Breeva A3 Air PurifierFRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401
Clean air delivery rate270 cmh, about 160 CFM247 CFM, about 420 m3/h
Filtration5 stages: pre-filter, HEPA H13, carbon, ionizer, UV-C4 stages, HEPA grade not stated
Sleep mode noise26 dB22 dB
Sensors and displayDust and VOC sensors with 3-color air quality displayPM2.5 sensor with numeric display
Smart controlAlexa, Google Assistant and TCL Home appOn-unit controls only
CertificationsNot listedCARB, ETL and FCC
WarrantyNot stated3 years
Filter life reminderFilter life shown on panel3,000-hour reminder

Price history

$89.99$79.99
Oct 29Nov 12
  • TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier: lowest $79.99 on Oct 29 at Walmart; $79.99 on Nov 10.
  • FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401: lowest $89.99 on Nov 12 at airfirestore.com.

Prices at every store

TCL Breeva A3 Air Purifier

  • TargetNew

    In stock

    $79.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • WalmartNew

    In stock

    $79.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $79.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by hypermicrosystems

    $79.99Checked Nov 10
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FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Freshdew Online StoreReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $99.99Checked Nov 12
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  • airfirestore.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $89.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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Specs compared

SpecTCL Breeva A3 Air PurifierFRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401
Filtration stages5-stage4-Stage
Particle removal99.97% of airborne particles99.97%
CADR270cmh247CFM/420 m³/h
Sleep mode noise26dB22dB
TimerBuilt-in Timer1-12H
HEPA gradeHEPA H13—
Particle size0.3μm—
Room coverage246ft²—
Air intake360°—
SensorsDual sensors—
Voice controlAlexa, Google Assistant—
App controlTCL Home app—
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SpecTCL Breeva A3 Air PurifierFRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401
Coverage area—up to 2500 ft²
Fan speeds—4
Filter reminder—3000H
Air quality display—PM2.5
Intake—360° air intake
Certifications—FCC certified, CARB approved ETL Listed
Warranty—3-Years

What reviewers say

FRESHDEW HEPA Air Purifier AP401

  • 4.9 / 518 ratings

Buyers describe it as quiet at night and effective on pet hair and odors, with the PM2.5 display a commonly mentioned plus.

What people mention
  • NoisePraisedOwners say it stays quiet enough for bedrooms on the low setting.
  • Pet hairPraisedBuyers report less visible hair and fresher air in homes with pets.
  • Air quality displayPraisedThe PM2.5 readout is called useful for seeing the unit react to cooking and smoke.
  • CoverageMixedSome say the large-room coverage figure overstates how quickly it cleans a big space.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a large living room?
The FRESHDEW AP401 moves more air per minute, so it cleans a large room faster. The TCL A3 is rated for 246 sq ft at five air changes per hour, which suits a bedroom or office better.
Which one is quieter at night?
The FRESHDEW's sleep mode is rated at 22 dB against 26 dB for the TCL. Both are quiet enough for a bedroom, but the FRESHDEW is the quieter of the two.
Does the TCL filter air better?
The TCL uses a true HEPA H13 filter plus UV-C and an ionizer, which is a more thorough filter stack. The FRESHDEW does not state its HEPA grade, so the TCL is the safer choice for allergy-level filtration.
Which lasts longer?
The FRESHDEW comes with a 3-year warranty and a 3,000-hour filter reminder. TCL does not state a warranty here, so the FRESHDEW is the lower-risk long-term buy.
Is the FRESHDEW worth stepping up to over the TCL?
If you want faster cleaning, quieter nights and a warranty, yes. If app control, voice control or UV-C matters more, stay with the TCL.
Can I control either one from my phone?
Only the TCL A3 has app and voice control through the TCL Home app, Alexa and Google Assistant. The FRESHDEW is controlled on the unit itself.

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