Nukit

Nukit Tempest

A from Nukit, with MERV 13 furnace filter filtration, rated for rooms up to 432 sq ft.

Who this is for:Shoppers looking for a purifier suited to large bedrooms, dens, and mid-size living rooms. Note: without substantial activated carbon, this model handles particles but not odors or VOCs.

Owners like this air purifier because it brings real allergy relief and it stays low-noise compared to other models.

Key specs

New to these numbers? Read What is CADR? and Decibels, translated

Room coverageiThe largest room, in square feet, this purifier can effectively clean — assuming standard 8-foot ceilings and 4–5 air changes per hour.Room size guide →432 sq ft

Noise rangeiDecibels (dB) measure loudness on a scale where every +10 dB sounds roughly twice as loud. 20 dB is a whisper, 40 dB a quiet library, 60 dB normal conversation. For bedrooms, look for under 30 dB on the lowest setting.Noise guide →37–39 dB

Who the Nukit Tempest is for

Specs only matter in context. Here's where the Nukit Tempest genuinely fits — and the trade-offs worth knowing before you buy. If you're deciding between this model and similar options, focus on the fit cards below: they highlight the specific use cases where this purifier shines and the situations where it falls short.

Keep in mindAudible in a quiet bedroomIts quietest setting is 37 dB — above the 30 dB most light sleepers need. Fine for living rooms and offices; light sleepers should plan on a hallway spot or a timer.
Keep in mindParticles only, not odorsWithout a substantial activated carbon stage, the Nukit Tempest won't do much for cooking smells, pet odor, or smoke gases — it handles particles like dust, pollen, and dander.
Keep in mindCADR is self-reportedThe Nukit Tempest isn't AHAM Verifide, so its CADR and coverage figures come from the manufacturer rather than an independent lab — treat them as a ceiling, not a promise.

What owners say

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4.0 out of 5 starsr/AirQuality
“The Nukit Tempest is a great option for those who are mildly handy and noise sensitive.”
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Common questions about the Nukit Tempest

Quick answers to the questions shoppers most often ask before buying. If your question isn't covered here, check the full specifications below or compare against similar models above.

What size room can the Nukit Tempest handle?It's rated for rooms up to 432 sq ft.
Is the Nukit Tempest quiet enough for a bedroom?Borderline. Its quietest setting is 37 dB, above the 30 dB target for light sleepers — it suits living rooms and offices better than bedside duty.
Can the Nukit Tempest handle odors and smoke?Particles, yes — gases, no. The MERV 13 furnace filter filter captures smoke particles, but without a substantial carbon bed, odors and VOCs pass straight through.

Full specifications

dimensions: 26.65 x 20.27 x 7.55 in
weight lbs: 18.7
filter typeiThe particle filter grade. True HEPA captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns; 'HEPA-type' has no standardized efficiency.Filter guide →: MERV 13 furnace filter
model numberiThe manufacturer's exact model identifier — handy when comparing listings across retailers.: Tempest / Tempest Pro
noise db maxiThe loudest fan setting, in decibels. 60 dB is normal conversation; above that you'll hear it across the room.Noise guide →: 39
noise db miniThe quietest fan setting, in decibels. 20 dB is a whisper, 40 dB a quiet library — for bedrooms, look for under 30 dB here.Noise guide →: 37
room coverage sqftiThe largest room, in square feet, this purifier can effectively clean — assuming standard 8-foot ceilings and 4–5 air changes per hour.Room size guide →: 432
has activated carboniActivated carbon traps gases, odors, and VOCs that HEPA filters can't catch — essential for smoke, cooking smells, and pet odor.Filter guide →: False