[Mania] Perfect for Cold Winter... New Concept Air Purifier with Warm Air 'LG Aero Tower'

LG PuriCare Aero Tower Experience
Air Purification + Heating and Blowing Functions
Energy Efficiency Rating and Purification Area Are Disappointing

LG Electronics 'LG PuriCare Aero Tower'. It not only functions as an air purifier but also blows air at the desired temperature to warm up indoor spaces.
[Photo by Han Yeju]

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Yeju] The season has arrived when even the breeze from an air purifier feels cold. After going out or right after a shower, during chilly nights, people often wish that the air purifier could regulate not only air quality but also temperature.

The 'LG PuriCare AeroTower' solves these customer concerns all at once. The LG PuriCare AeroTower combines air purification with heating and cooling functions. It manages indoor air quality while simultaneously adjusting the airflow volume and direction to the desired temperature, allowing users to enjoy a pleasant breeze even during these cold days.

Especially when the heating function is selected, the AeroTower’s warm air quickly heats the indoor space. According to tests conducted by LG Electronics researchers in a 19㎡ laboratory, the indoor temperature, initially at 20 degrees Celsius, was raised by 5 degrees within 9 minutes. Customers can set their preferred temperature from 16 to 30 degrees Celsius in 1-degree increments, allowing flexible use according to lifestyle, situation, and weather.

The ability to adjust wind strength, rotation angle, and various operating modes is also useful. The AeroTower supports 'Focused Purification' and 'Space Purification' modes. There is an Air Guard in the center of the product; in 'Focused Purification' mode, the Air Guard opens and air blows forward, while in 'Space Purification' mode, the Air Guard closes and air blows upward. The 'Space Purification' mode was particularly useful when you don’t want direct airflow. Wind strength can be adjusted from level 1 to 10. Noise is somewhat noticeable when the wind strength is above level 5.

Simple operation buttons are located on the top of the product. In addition, the Aero Tower can be used more conveniently with the remote control and the LG ThinQ app.
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Using the 'LG ThinQ' app makes operating the AeroTower more convenient. You can turn off the AeroTower remotely after turning it on and leaving the house. It allows real-time comparison of outdoor ultrafine dust concentration and indoor comprehensive air quality. Through the ThinQ app, you can also adjust the AeroTower screen brightness, turning the screen off or finely adjusting it between levels 1 and 3. The rotation angles of 45, 60, 90, and 140 degrees can be controlled both via the remote control and the ThinQ app.

LG Electronics also allowed us to experience the 'UP Appliance' feature. Through the LG ThinQ app, we could add a new operating mode called 'Direct Purification Mode.' When Direct Purification was activated, the Air Guard slightly closed and adjusted the airflow angle, enabling the air to travel farther as a direct wind.

The air purification function was also effective. On a day with severe ultrafine dust, when the product was received and powered on, it quickly activated the purification function after measuring indoor ultrafine dust at 120㎍/㎥. The AeroTower is equipped not only with a PM1.0 sensor that detects ultrafine dust but also with temperature, humidity, and odor sensors to measure indoor air quality. The AeroTower applies the UV nano function from LG Whisen tower air conditioners, sterilizing the fan with UV LED to eliminate 99.99% of harmful bacteria. According to tests by the Korea Testing & Research Institute (KTR), an internationally accredited testing organization, this product removed 99.99% of harmful bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Staphylococcus epidermidis.

However, the energy efficiency rating of level 3 was somewhat disappointing. Especially when using the main heating function, the electricity bill seemed likely to be quite high. It appears more suitable for briefly turning on to raise indoor temperature rather than continuous use. There was also no feeling that the temperature was maintained for a long time after turning off the heating mode.

The remote control was magnetized so that it could be attached to the Aero Tower main body.
[Photo by Han Yeju]

The simple and slim tower design seemed perfect for those interested in interior decoration. LG Electronics concentrated aerodynamic technology in the LG PuriCare AeroTower by applying the cylindrical design of the 'PuriCare 360˚ Air Purifier,' which intakes air from 360 degrees at the bottom of the product, and two towers inspired by wind-blowing canyons at the top. Compared to other air purifiers, its taller height seemed to facilitate overall air circulation.

Thoughtful details were also noticeable. The remote control is magnetic so it can be attached to the AeroTower body, eliminating the hassle of searching for a misplaced remote. Cleaning or replacing the filter was easy as well. Opening the cover at the bottom of the product reveals a green filter that can be pulled out and washed with water. When it’s time to replace the filter, a replacement notification appears on the status display screen.

However, since this product is targeted at single-person households or those wanting an air purifier in a room, the purification effect might be somewhat lacking if placed in a living room or large area for multiple-person households. The AeroTower’s purification area is 18.4㎡ (approximately 5.6 pyeong). It usually took about 2 to 3 hours to restore the air to the same condition as before after going out or cooking.

Although the weight and size were reduced compared to existing air purifiers, the AeroTower’s weight of 13.8 kg felt heavy for an adult woman to move alone. The price of 1.29 million KRW, as a premium brand air purifier, was also somewhat burdensome.

The simple and slim line design is expected to be popular among those who are interested in interior design.
Photo by Han Yeju

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