Dyson TP07 vs TP7A

In this Dyson TP07 vs TP7A review, we will compare two popular air purifiers from the Singapore-based brand for household appliances.

From the outside, they are barely differentiable. Both can be used as air purifier and fan at the same time. Both are certified asthma and allergy friendly. So should you go with the newer, yet cheaper Dyson Purifier Cool Autoreact TP7A, or pick the Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 instead?

This side-by-side comparison will help you find out.

Comparison: Dyson TP07 vs TP7A – What are the Differences?

Coverage Area & Efficiency

Dyson recommends both the TP07 and the TP7A for rooms with a surface area of up to 43 m² (460 ft²). While they could be used in even larger rooms, the amount of air changes per hour (ACH) would decrease accordingly.

To project purified air evenly across the room, the TP07 and TP7A combine Dyson’s Air Multiplier technology with oscillation. Depending on where you place the purifier within the room, you can choose between 45, 90, 180, and 350 degrees.

Clean Air Delivery Rate

The TP07 and TP7A use a HEPA filter to capture 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 μm, which includes pollen, bacteria, and pet dander. Together with the Dyson’s high-end device TP09, they are the first air purifiers of the TP series to be fully sealed to HEPA H13.

Furthermore, they come with a layer of activated carbon, which helps them remove odours and gases including VOCs. Both have a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 180 m³/h for particles and 46 m³/h for formaldehyde.

Working Noise

Running at full speed, the TP07 operates at around 62 decibels (dB) and thus at a slightly higher level than the TP7A. On the lowest of the ten speed settings, however, the TP07 is the quieter device at 32 dB compared to 38 dB.

Both devices can be set to automatic mode, in which they will only run as fast and therefore as loud as needed. Once the amount of harmful particles in the air starts to decline after a spike, the fan speed and noise level will decrease accordingly.

Sensors & Display

Intelligent sensors provide the TP07 and TP7A with the current temperature, humidity, and pollution levels inside the room. Changes are detected almost in real-time and can be used as input for the automatic mode (see above).

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) and details about PM 2.5, PM 10, VOCs, NO2, SO2, temperature, humidity, and filter life can be viewed on a built-in LCD screen. With the TP07, you can also view this information on your smartphone (see below).

Connectivity & Compatibility

Aside from changing settings on the device itself, there are three ways to interact with the TP07. First, there is the remote which allows you to turn the purifier on and off, change oscillation, speed levels, set a timer, and activate auto or night mode.

You can also monitor and control the purifier remotely using a Wi-Fi connection, your smartphone, and the Dyson Link app. Lastly, the TP07 also works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, and Google Home. The TP7A, on the other hand, does not come with Wi-Fi capabilities.

Weight & Dimensions

In the last round of this Dyson TP07 vs TP7A comparison, we will have a quick look at the weight and dimensions of the two devices. Both barely take up more space than a A4 paper and, at 4.65 kg (10.25 lbs), are fairly easy to move around.

Conclusion: Dyson TP07 vs TP7A – Which is the Better Air Purifier?

Although it was a very close call, the Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 is the better choice overall. Aside from being quieter at the lowest speed setting, the connectivity feature gives you the possibility to monitor and control your air purifier from anywhere in the world.

Having said that, if you don’t have any plans to integrate your air purifier with your smart home, opt for the Dyson Purifier Cool Autoreact TP7A instead. It comes with the same coverage area, CADR, and automatic mode, all the while selling at a discount to the TP07.

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