Ducted Air Purifiers
Breathe cleaner air in every room. No bulky machines, no hassle.
In Every Room
Whole-home air purification made simple with a ducted air purifier
Your home’s air might not be as clean as you think. Even if your place looks spotless, there’s invisible pollution floating around. This can include dust, mould spores, bacteria, VOCs from furniture and cleaning products, pet dander, and whatever else drifts in from outside. If you or your family deal with allergies, asthma, or just feel off without knowing why, your home’s poor indoor air quality could be the reason.
If you’ve got ducted air conditioning, you’ve already got a system moving air through your home. So why not purify it at the same time?
At Smarter Air & Electrical, we know air quality goes far beyond comfort. It’s also about health. That’s why we help Aussie families get the best air purifiers for their homes.
What is a ducted air purifier?
A ducted air purifier is an air-cleaning system that integrates directly into your ducted air conditioning. Instead of sitting in one room like a portable air purifier, it works inside your ductwork to filter, disinfect, and purify the air before it reaches each room in your home.
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Ducted air purifiers vs. standalone air purifiers
Below, you can find a side-by-side comparison of ducted air purifiers and standalone air purifiers so you can see how they stack up:
| Type | Cleans the Air | How It Works | Best For | Removes Allergens and Pollutants | Kills Bacteria and Viruses | Eliminates Odours | Maintenance | Space Requirement | Operation | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducted Air Purifier | In every room connected to your ducted AC | Installed inside your ducted AC system and purifies air as it circulates | Whole-home air purification without bulky devices | ✅ Yes Dust, pollen, pet dander, mould spores, bacteria, VOCs | ✅ Yes UV and ionisation technology helps neutralise airborne germs | ✅ Yes Removes cooking smells, pet odours, smoke and musty air | Low Filters and UV lamps require replacing every few years | Hidden inside ductwork – no visible units | Runs automatically whenever your AC is on | Higher upfront, but whole-home coverage |
| Standalone Air Purifier | Only in the room in which the air purifier is | Sits in a room and filters air within that space | Spot-cleaning air in specific areas | ✅ Yes But only in the room where it’s placed | Some models have UV, but only work in one room | ✅ Yes But only in the room where it’s placed | Low Filters and UV lamps require replacing every few years | Takes up floor, shelf, or wall space | Needs to be manually switched on/off | Lower upfront, but multiple units may be needed for full coverage |
Air Purifier Add-Ons for Ducted Systems
Your ducted air conditioning system can do more than just heat or cool your home — with the right add-ons, it can actively purify the air your family breathes every day. Options like UV-C lamps and electrostatic filters work inside your ducts to eliminate bacteria, mould spores, and dust particles before they reach your rooms.
Every breath your kids take, every night your baby sleeps — they deserve clean, healthy air. Talk to us today to find the best add-on for your home.
Benefits of a Air Purifier
Below, you can find a side-by-side comparison of ducted air purifiers and standalone air purifiers so you can see how they stack up:
Cleaner Air In Every Room
No gaps, no blind spots. Every breath your family takes is fresher and healthier.
Less Sneezing, Less Wheezing
Filters out the dust, pollen, and allergens that trigger asthma and hay fever.
Fewer Germs Floating Around
UV light and ionisation help kill airborne bacteria and viruses before they spread.
No More Musty, Stale Air
Eliminates cooking smells, pet odours, and other lingering smells at the source.
Protects Your Air Conditioning
Stops dust and mould buildup inside your system, so your AC runs cleaner and more efficiently for longer.
Achieve a Healthier Home Environment
At Smarter Air & Electrical, we’ve been helping Aussie families improve their indoor air quality for years. Whether it’s eliminating allergens, neutralising bacteria, or keeping your air con running cleaner for longer, we’ve got the expertise and best quality solutions to make it happen.
Ducted air purifier Add-On solutions
Not all air purifiers are built the same. At Smarter Air & Electrical, we supply and install only the best ducted air purification add-ons available that our team have personally tested in their own homes!
APCO-X
The APCO-X Dual Lamp is an advanced whole-home air purifier. It destroys mould, bacteria, viruses, and airborne chemicals (VOCs), keeping your home’s air healthier. It also helps prevent mould growth in your AC system, which extends its lifespan and reduces maintenance costs.
How It Works
- UV-C light and carbon cells break down pollutants at a molecular level
- Kills bacteria, viruses, and mould before they spread
- Neutralises odours from pets, cooking, and musty air
- Protects your air conditioning system by preventing mould and biofilm buildup
- Viewing window to check system operation
- Lamp-life monitoring ensures your UV lamp is working at full power
Coverage
Works with all residential ducted air conditioning systems up to 1500L/s airflow (approx. 22kW cooling capacity), which suits most Australian homes (3-5 bedrooms). If your home or office building has a larger ducted system, you may need two units for full coverage.
Best For
- Homes with allergy sufferers, odour issues, or high humidity
- Anyone who runs their air con daily or for long hours
- Homeowners looking to extend the life of their AC system
Maintenance
UV lamps need replacing every 3 years to keep it working at full performance
Prerequisites
Requires a nearby power point for installation
Warranty
Manufacturer Lifetime Warranty available by registering the product here. The warranty is parts only and doesn’t include labour. Lamps are classed as consumable items and aren’t covered under the lifetime warranty.
Cost
Enhance-Ion
The Enhance-Ion is an upgrade for your AC filter, making it much more effective at trapping fine dust, pollution, and allergens. It uses bipolar ionisation, which has been used for decades, to charge airborne particles, making them easier for your filter to catch so fewer nasties get into the air.
How It Works
- Ionisation boosts your AC filter’s ability to trap fine dust, smoke, and airborne pollutants
- Captures ultra-fine PM2.5 particles (linked to respiratory issues)
- Reduces allergens, bacteria, and airborne contaminants
- No extra bulky equipment (works with your existing filter)
Coverage
The Fresh-Aire UV Enhance-Ion is ideal for ducted systems under 700L/s airflow. This translates to smaller to medium-sized ducted AC systems, which are the kind that are usually found in apartments, townhouses, and smaller homes. If your home has a larger ducted system, you may need two units for full coverage.
Best For
- Homes near busy roads (reduces traffic fumes and dust)
- Families dealing with allergens or fine dust
- Homeowners who want cleaner air without replacing their AC system
Maintenance
Prerequisites
- Needs a ducted air conditioning system
- Requires a nearby power point for installation
Warranty
Cost
Panasonic nanoe™ X
The Panasonic nanoe™ X is a next-gen air purification system that uses water-based nanotechnology to neutralise bacteria, mould, allergens, and odours. It releases hydroxyl radicals into the air to inhibit pollutants. Unlike traditional air filters, it works at a microscopic level to clean the air without drying it out.
How It Works
- Releases tiny water particles that attach to and break down bacteria, mould, and allergen
- Neutralises odours from cooking, pets, and musty air
- Helps retain moisture in the air (prevents dry skin and irritation from air con)
- Available as a built-in feature in Panasonic ducted systems or as a standalone ceiling unit
Coverage
If your home already has a Panasonic ducted air conditioning system, you’re in luck. Nanoe™ X is built-in and works across your entire home, purifying the air as it circulates through your AC.
If you don’t have a Panasonic ducted system, you can still get the benefits of nanoe™ X by installing standalone ceiling-mounted units. Each unit is designed to purify the air in a single room. For best results, install one unit per space where you want cleaner air. This makes it a great option for targeted purification in bedrooms, living areas, or home offices.
Best For
- Homes with pets, cooking odours, or allergy concerns
- Families who want air purification without bulky machines
- Panasonic ducted air conditioning users (nanoe-X is built-in)
Maintenance
Prerequisites
For homes without a Panasonic ducted system, the Panasonic nanoe™ X air-e unit can be installed as a standalone ceiling-mounted purifier. Each unit requires a standard power point in the ceiling for installation.
Warranty
TBD
Cost
$449 – $499 per in-ceiling unit
RGF HALO-LED®
The RGF HALO-LED is the first LED-based in-duct air purification system that’s mercury-free and zero ozone compliant. It works by releasing low levels of hydrogen peroxide and ionisation into the air, actively killing bacteria, viruses, and allergens before they can spread. Unlike passive filters, it proactively purifies the air throughout your home.
How It Works
- Uses UV-C LED technology (longer-lasting and energy-efficient compared to traditional UV)
- Releases low levels of hydrogen peroxide to kill airborne bacteria and viruses
- Ionisation helps dust, dander, and allergens clump together, so your AC filter catches more contaminants
- Reduces mould, pet dander, and airborne pollutants before they settle on surfaces
Coverage
Best For
- Homes needing proactive protection against bacteria, viruses, and allergens
- Families who want a whole-home air purification system that runs automatically
- Anyone looking to reduce dust, odours, and airborne pollutants throughout their home
Maintenance
The hybrid hydrophilic catalyst is washable, contributing to the unit’s longevity and efficiency.
Prerequisites
- Needs a ducted air conditioning system with sufficient space in the plenum. This may require an onsite measure.
- Requires a nearby power point for installation
Warranty
TBD
Cost
Whole house air purifier FAQs
How much does a whole house air purifier cost?
The price depends on the system you choose and your home’s size. Our ducted air purifiers range from $449 for a single-room unit to $2,999 for a whole-home system, supplied and installed.
What is the best whole house air purifier?
The ‘best’ whole-house air purifier depends on your needs. Think about your budget, the size of your home, and what you’re trying to remove (like allergens, odours, or viruses). Here’s a quick rundown:
– For overall air purification (including germs and odours): UV systems like the Fresh-Aire UV APCO-X MAG Dual Lamp are good for neutralising viruses, bacteria, mould, and smells. The “Dual Lamp Ultra” version might be stronger. These usually go in your ducting.
– For allergies: Ionising purifiers, like the Enhance-Ion, help your existing filter catch more particles. Good if allergies are your main worry.
– For a new AC system: Some new ducted air conditioners, like Panasonic’s, have built-in air purifiers (like nanoe-X). This can be a handy all-in-one solution.
How to install a whole house air purifier?
Most systems are installed inside your ducted air conditioning system, which means the installation must be carried out by a licensed electrician. Some, like Panasonic nanoe-X, can be installed as standalone ceiling units for targeted purification in specific rooms. When you work with us, our team takes care of the entire installation process for you.
Can I use an air purifier for office purposes?
Absolutely! Ducted air purifiers are great for offices, reducing airborne germs, allergens, and odours to create a fresher, healthier workspace. If your office has a ducted AC system, we can fit a purifier to clean the air for your entire team.
How To Monitor Indoor
Cleaner air starts with the right solution. No matter if you’re dealing with high humidity, lingering dust, allergens, or stale air, we have a solution to help improve it. We install high-performance filters, air purifiers and dehumidifiers that work quietly in the background, so you and your family can breathe easier every day.
Uhoo - Indoor Air Quality Monitor
Uhoo is a compact, plug-and-play air quality monitor. It tracks nine key air quality factors. And it does it all in real-time. It picks up on invisible pollutants and sends alerts when something’s off. Here’s what it tracks:
• Temperature
• Humidity
• Air Pressure
• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
• PM2.5 (fine dust and allergens)
• VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds)
• Carbon Monoxide (CO)
• Ozone (O₃)
The Uhoo standalone monitor gives you a full breakdown of your home’s air quality in an easy-to-read app. It can help you spot hidden problems so you can take action, whether that means improving ventilation, updgrading filtration or using an air purifier. It’s ideal for bedrooms, living areas, or offices where air quality matters the most.
Samsung Air Monitor Plus
The first step to a healthier home is to understand your environment. The Samsung Air Monitor Plus (MCM-B1M1SC) is a handy, smart device that helps you do just that. This compact monitor provides real-time data on the key components of your indoor air, including:
• Temperature & Humidity
• Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOC)
• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
• Particulate Matter (PM10/2.5/1.0)
With this data, you can go beyond just monitoring. The Samsung Air Monitor Plus is fully SmartThings compatible, allowing you to automatically control your home’s air quality. Once you start tracking the data, you can set up automations to turn on your air conditioner or an air purifier whenever the air quality drops below your preferred levels.
Get started on your journey to cleaner, healthier air today.