Samsung recently came out with its very own and first air purifier, which shows a lot of promise in the air purifying world. In this post, I want to go over all of the different characteristics of this model, what it can offer, its positive & negatives, and a short conclusion at the end. Choosing the correct air purifier (especially ones that are priced high) is a very important aspect of a potential purchase, as these are usually long-term investments. While Samsung is a very well established brand that is mostly associated with phones, they recently decided to dip their toes in the air purifying world. Let’s see how they did with their Cube Smart air purifier.
Samsung Cube Smart Air Purifier – Features
I want to start off this review with an overview of the important features that come with this air purifier, with some extra comments from my side. Here are the main features that caught my eye:
Multi-step purification system. Cube smart uses the “standard” 3-stage filtration system which 
Advanced air quality sensor. I love it when air purifiers, especially with this kind of price tag attached, come with smart features and Cube Smart is no different here. It has a very futuristic looking air quality sensor, which measures PM 10, PM 2.5, and PM1.0 sized particles. This is a pretty advanced sensor, as the majority of others usually show just one or two of these numbers. By having all 3, you can get a very realistic indicator of how your air quality improved over time.
High CADR rating of 200/205/185 cfm. These are some pretty good numbers that tell you how fast an air purifier can clean the air in a particular room size. The CADR rating for this air purifier was measured and designed for medium-sized rooms of up to 310 square feet. This makes it a suitable choice for most living rooms and/or offices (in addition to all other smaller rooms, of course). All of these numbers are backed up and verified by AHAM, so you can be sure that what you are getting is the real deal. If you are unaware, AHAM is an industry-recognized standard for Air Purifiers that measures their effectiveness according to specific criteria. It is not mandatory but still remains a great investment for any brand, as it adds a layer of trustworthiness.
Unique modular design. Samsung`s Cube Smart looks rather unique in terms of its looks, which is to be expected from such a well-known brand. It basically looks like a mini-fridge and is, as the name already suggests, shaped like a cube. This gives it some versatility as the dimensions allow you to stack multiple units on top of each other – why would you need that? Well with more than 1 unit you are able to cover bigger areas than 310 square feet, and the unique modular design makes this more easily achievable.
Product specifications
In the picture below, I have laid out all of the important technical specifications of Samsung Cube Smart Air Purifier. This should help you get a better overview and feel for what you expect from this device.
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Samsung Cube Smart Air Purifier – Pros & Cons
This will be my main and most important part of my Cube Smart air purifier review. I am going to list all of the things that I liked and disliked about this device. I will also offer an explanation for each point as I go, so you can get a better understanding behind my reasoning.
Pros
Good quality HEPA filtration with no ozone. I have to start things off with a big + on the filtration system. While there is nothing extraordinary about it (such as extra filtration layers/addons) you get quality over quantity – and that is what really matters for modern air purifiers. It is better to have a more basic filtration setup with good, quality components rather than a complex filtration system with average components. There are quite a few different tiers of HEPA filters and Samsung Cube uses a top tier one that is indeed 99,97% effective. All of the claims are backed up by official certification so you actually do get what the product description lists. Oh, and this filtration system has no ozone as a byproduct – this is very important information, as ozone is harmful to our lungs and very negatively affects our whole respiratory system. Another good indicator that you are indeed dealing with quality components is filter life – most filters on the market have a 6 month lifespan (on average), while Cube Smart has double that amount. This means that you have to change filters fewer times in a year, which translates into more money saved long-term.
Quiet. One of the most commons downsides of modern air purifiers is that they can get noisy, as you need powerful fans to move such large quantities of air in a room. I am happy to say that Samsung Cube does not share this weakness. The noise levels range between 18dB (min fan speed) to 50 dB (max fan speed). Ok sounds good and all, but what do these numbers mean? To put it into perspective: 50 dB is the sound of a moderate rainfall, while 60 dB (where most air purifiers fall on maximum fan speed) is the sound of a dishwasher or a normal conversation. If you are interested more in air purifier noise levels, I wrote a separate post on this here. That being said, 18 dB is super quiet and one of the lowest numbers I have seen in an air purifier. You can safely put this Samsung Cube in your bedroom without worries.
Lots of smart features. You can tell that this air purifier is made by Samsung, just looking at all of the smart features that they implemented. Not only are you getting a high-quality air sensor with an automatic mode, but also Wifi, Alexa/Bixby compatibility, a modular connector, and google assistant software compatibility. This is way above average for air purifiers that you can find at this price point, as is one of the “richest” smart features air purifiers that I came across. All of these definitely add to the overall value as it comes with a big convenience factor and adds many options for the user. Want a more hands-off approach for your air purifier? No problem, just turn on automatic mode and let technology do all the heavy work. Awesome.
Cost-effective. This comes as a combination of multiple already mentioned factors, that cut down on the longterm additional costs. As you probably know, when you buy an air purifier you do have extra costs involved, with energy consumption and replacement filters being the top two factors. Bigger and more powerful fans offer more results, but consume power power. More power consumed = bigger electricity bill and so on – you get the point. Samsung`s Cube Smart found a way to develop a high-performing fan that has a power consumption of only 35W – this is almost half of what most other similarly priced air purifiers consume. Pair this with a yearly replacement filter (instead of every 6 months), and you get yourself a nice money saver right there.
Cons
Not really suitable for large or extra large rooms. All of the benefits do come with a price and while the fan technology is great and very quiet, it has its limitation. Namely, Samsung Cube Smart should only be used in small or medium-sized rooms of up to 310 square feet. It will not be as effective in larger spaces than 310 square feet, so you have to keep that in mind. You can solve this by puttin together more than 1 units (fun fact: the modular design of this air purifier allows you to stack multiple units on top of each other which is quite handy, to be honest), but this of course means that you will pay a lot more money to achieve a bigger room coverage. It is more cost-effective to take an air purifier that is designed for large spaces – in case you are looking for one, feel free to check out my list of top 5 best air purifiers for large spaces.
Needs a Samsung account to use the app. This might not be an issue to some, but it is an extra step that you simply have to take in order to fully enjoy all of the smart features that Samsung Cube Smart comes with. You need to install and register with SmartThings app (made by Samsung) and you are good to go. I do want to note the Classic Samsung app (now discontinued) was more stable than the current SmartThings app, which can get buggy and a pain to use, at times. Also, it supports only 2.4 GHz Wifi network (and not 5 GHz) – not a major thing, but a small downside nonetheless.
I want to end this setion with a short overview of all the pros & cons for Samsung Smart Cube.
Samsung Cube Smart – Conclusion
Samsung`s crack at the air purifier market proves to be a very successful attempt. Cuber Smart is a great mid-to-high tier air purifier that combines all of the main characteristics you would want in an air purifier, while incorporating an elegant, modern and unique design. All of the fundamentals are covered – strong (although basic) filtration system, versatility, lots of adjustable brands, and a good fan. You get many smart features and the device itself also offers you a lot of conveniences, as you can also use it together with Alexa, Bixby, Google assistant and so on. Excellent fan technology keeps the noise levels down, making this a great choice even for your bedroom. As you would expect from a strong brand like Samsung, this air purifier does come with all of the important certifications you would want, which further solidifies the quality that you are getting.
That being said, you have to make sure that your phone is compatible with the SmartThings app, as you will otherwise not be able to use many of the smart features. Also, this air purifier is best used for small and medium-sized rooms – you can always get around this issue by stacking multiple units or investing in an air purifier that is specially designed for large spaces. The last thing I want to add here is that this thing is quite heavy – you can still move it around your home, but don’t expect to be taking it with you on vacation.
All in all, this is a fantastic modern-looking air purifier that gives you a lot of convenience and a great performance in rooms of up to 310 square feet. Despite the few negatives, it is definitely a worthwhile longterm investment and better than most of its competition.
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