Recently, I reviewed the Philips 3000i AC3059/65, a premium unit from the brand that could do no wrong in my eyes. Now, I’ve brought home its affordable little brother, the Philips AC1715, which is priced at ₹14,995 (nearly half the price of the aforementioned model). This unit belongs in the entry-level segment, ideal for those who want to own an air purifier but aren’t ready to shell out the big bucks. Now, we all know price isn’t always an indicator of performance, so I was keen to see what this guy could offer. Interestingly, there is another entry-level model, dubbed AC 1711, which is identical to this one on all counts except for the smart features. So, in terms of performance, both air purifiers should give identical performance. Let’s find out how the Philips AC1715 and Philips AC1711 perform.
Philips AC1715
₹14,995
What Is Good?
- Competitive performance
- Sleek build
- Easy to Use
What Is Bad?
- No Smart Features
Build Quality and Design
The Philips AC1715 and Philips 1711 air purifier sports a minimalistic, cylindrical design. Its compact body, made of sturdy plastic, feels durable and practical for daily use. The display panel sits conveniently on the top, offering a user-friendly interface to control the unit’s settings. From this panel, you can access multiple functions, including the Auto Mode and four manual speed levels—Sleep, Speed 1, Speed 2, and Turbo. This gives you complete control over both the air quality and the sound level, depending on the room’s needs.
Air is drawn in through the 360° suction at the base of the unit, ensuring maximum air intake from all directions. This is complemented by the air outlet on the top, designed to circulate purified air throughout the room.
Filters and Air Quality Testing
Like many other air purifiers in the market, the Philips AC1715 and AC 1711 have a 3-layer filtration system with a HEPA filter, Active Carbon filter, and a pre-filter. This puts the basics on par with the more expensive Philips 3000i AC3059/65, so I was glad to see they weren’t scrimping on this. Of course, the actual performance is what really matters, so let’s get into it.
Corner Placement Test
| Time (Minutes) | AQI | PM2.5 (µg/m³) |
| Start | 100 | 410 |
| 10 | 87 | 218 |
| 20 | 40 | 101 |
| 25 | 31 | 69 |
During the corner test, the air purifier made steady progress in reducing both AQI and PM2.5 levels. After 25 minutes, the AQI dropped from 100 to 31, and PM2.5 levels decreased from a dangerously high 410 µg/m³ to 69 µg/m³. While the AQI readings match those of the Philips 3000i AC3059/65, the PM 2.5 does leave room for improvement, with the more expensive of the two dropping it to 38 µg/m³. But, we’re comparing apples with oranges right now.
Speaking of its segment, the Philips AC1715 outperforms the Xiaomi Air Purifier 4, which only manages to bring the PM 2.5 particles to 141 ug/m3 in 25 minutes. Granted, the Xiaomi Air Purifier 4 is ₹1,000 cheaper, but the difference in price doesn’t justify the stark difference in performance. On the other hand, when compared with the Coway Airmega 150 (priced at ₹13,900), the Philips AC1715 fails to impress. The former brings the AQI down to 30 in 25 minutes, and PM 2.5 down to 31 µg/m³.
Centre Placement Test
| Time (Minutes) | AQI | PM2.5 (µg/m³) |
| Start | 100 | 396 |
| 10 | 87 | 218 |
| 20 | 37 | 94 |
| 25 | 32 | 66 |
In the centre of the room, the Philips AC1715 performed slightly better than in the corner, as expected. Within 25 minutes, the AQI dropped from 100 to 32, and PM2.5 levels fell from 396 µg/m³ to 66 µg/m³. The faster reduction in pollutants shows that the purifier works optimally when positioned in the centre, allowing for better air circulation and faster purification. The model performs better than the Xiaomi Air Purifier 4 (again), which brought down PM 2.5 levels to 80 ug/m3 in 25 minutes. However, compared to the Coway Airmega 150, which brought PM2.5 levels to 94 µg/m³ in 10 minutes, the Philips unit offers a slower reduction in pollution levels in a similar timeframe.
Ease of Changing Filters and Cost
Maintaining the Philips AC1711 or Philips AC1715 is relatively straightforward. Just take out the back panel, slide the filter out, and then push the new one in. The brand recommends changing the filter once every 12 months, depending on usage and air quality levels in your home. The replacement filter costs around ₹4,495.
Noise Levels
In Sleep Mode, the purifier runs at an ultra-quiet level of 18 dB, ensuring minimal disruption during the night. However, in Turbo Mode, the purifier operates at 50 dB, which is slightly more noticeable. While standing a foot away from the unit, I observed the peak to be 55 db, and minimum sound to be 36.6 db.
IoT Integration and Features
One of the plusses of the Philips AC1715 is that you can control it using the Air + App on your smartphone. I found the app easy to use, and it lets me check the AQI levels and alter settings pretty seamlessly. The air purifier is also compatible with smart assistants like Alexa and Google Home. Honestly, at this price point, one does expect some level of IoT integration, so it’s not too surprising. Note that if you do not want these smart features, you should always consider the Philips AC1711, which has all the same features as this model, minus the IoT ones.
Final Verdict
Overall, the Philips AC1715 and Philips AC1711 manage to stand on their own in a sea of competitors. The air purification performance of these is quite good, and while it doesn’t outpace every single unit in the market in its segment, they certainly offer a performance that makes it worth a purchase. The sleek build makes it easier to place it in high-volume areas like your living room without feeling as though it’s disrupting your decor or vibe. The digital display does a good job of letting you know what the air quality in the room is like, and toggling between the different modes is a breeze. All in all, the Philips AC1715 offers decent value for money at ₹14,995, and you can definitely add this to your wishlist if you’re on the prowl for a good, affordable, entry-level air purifier that does exactly what it’s meant to do. Also, if you are willing to trade off the smart IoT features, then Philips AC1711 for ₹11,999 is worth considering.
