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product_id: 341693863
title: "Holmes Desktop HEPA-Type, 3 Speeds plus Optional Ionizer small Air Purifier, HAP242B-U, Black"
brand: "holmes"
price: "₩288342"
currency: KRW
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Holmes"
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region: South Korea
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# Optional ionizer tech Fits rooms up to 109 sq.ft. 99% particle removal Holmes Desktop HEPA-Type, 3 Speeds plus Optional Ionizer small Air Purifier, HAP242B-U, Black

**Brand:** holmes
**Price:** ₩288342
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your air game—because your space deserves to breathe as sharp as you do.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Holmes Desktop HEPA-Type, 3 Speeds plus Optional Ionizer small Air Purifier, HAP242B-U, Black by holmes
- **How much does it cost?** ₩288342 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/341693863-holmes-desktop-hepa-type-3-speeds-plus-optional-ionizer-small)

## Best For

- holmes enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted holmes brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Breathe Pure, Live Better:** Removes up to 99% of airborne particles as small as 2 microns for cleaner, fresher air.
- • **Compact Powerhouse Design:** Slim, versatile desktop unit fits seamlessly in small rooms up to 109 sq. ft., perfect for home offices or bedrooms.
- • **Built to Last with Confidence:** Durable construction backed by a 3-year limited warranty ensures long-term clean air performance.
- • **Ionizer Boost for Odor Control:** Optional ionizer enhances particle capture and neutralizes odors for a truly fresh environment.
- • **Tailored Airflow with 3 Speeds:** Customize your air purification with three quiet speed settings to suit your workspace or relaxation zone.

## Overview

The Holmes Desktop HEPA-Type Air Purifier (HAP242B-U) delivers powerful air cleaning by removing up to 99% of airborne particles down to 2 microns. Featuring an optional ionizer to enhance odor control and particle capture, it offers three customizable speeds and a compact design ideal for rooms up to 109 sq. ft. Quiet, efficient, and ANSI certified, this purifier is a smart addition to any professional’s workspace or home environment.

## Description

The Holmes Desktop Air Purifier with HEPA-Type filter captures particles as small as 2 microns from air passing through a filter and operates quietly to remove up to 99 percent of airborne particles such as pollen, dust, mold, pet dander, and smoke, providing relief from odor and irritants in the air so you can breathe comfortably. The optional ionizer ensures particles are more easily captured while also tackling odors. The Holmes small desktop air purifier can be placed vertically or horizontally and is designed to fit just about anywhere and effectively treat the air around you.

Review: So Far So Good.
Review: Great product.

## Features

- REMOVES UP TO 99% OF AIRBORNE PARTICLES: The Holmes Desktop HEPA-Type Air Purifier with Optional Ionizer captures particles as small as 2 microns, removing up to 99% of airborne particles and allergens such as pollen, dust, mold, pet dander, and smoke from the air so you can breathe more comfortably..wattage : 45W
- INCLUDES IONIZER: This Holmes air purifier features an optional air ionizer that helps to bind negative ions to airborne smoke, dust, and pollen to form larger particles that are more easily captured, helping to clean air more thoroughly and tackling odors
- 70 CADR: Air purifier provides a 70 CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate)
- CUSTOMIZABLE SETTINGS: 3 speed settings to help you keep your air clean and pure
- SLIM DESIGN, IDEAL FOR SMALL ROOMS: Recommended for rooms up to 109 sq. ft.; can be placed vertically or horizontally anywhere, including a table or desktop.
- DURABLE: 3-year limited warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01MQLIJ14 |
| Batteries required | No |
| Care instructions | Hand Wash |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,779) |
| Date First Available | 8 January 2017 |
| Included components | Air Purifier, Filter |
| Is assembly required | No |
| Item model number | HAP242B-U |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 37.08 x 18.29 x 28.7 cm; 2.63 kg |
| Specification met | ANSI Certified |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HOLMES
- **Colour:** Black
- **Control method:** Touch
- **Power source:** Corded Electric
- **Product dimensions:** 18.3D x 37.1W x 28.7H centimeters

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this model come with it's first filter, or do I have to purchase seperately?**
A: Yes, it does come with its own HEPA filter. However, when I replace mine I just buy one of those HVAC home 12 by 25inch pleated filters from Home Depot to replace them with. They are much cheaper and do a good job.

**Q: Would this be good in an office enviroment to put on my desk to eliminate cologne and perfume smells?**
A: I realize this question is a couple of years old, but for other potential buyers--I've been running this on my desk on high for over a year and have never had any comments or complaints from callers.  It's next to my laptop and appx 1.5-2' from me, and I've never had any issues.  I don't have issues with strong colognes or perfumes, but the air in my home office is always noticeably fresher than the air in the rest of my home and I have open windows/moderate-heavy pollen most of the year.  (I'm here now for unit #2.)

**Q: Is this good for smokers?**
A: The HEPA filter will remove quite a bit of smoke but it won't last near as long in a smoky environment, Using the ionizer might be a bad idea for smokers. The ionizer will change the smoke into a substance that will stick to everything more vigorously than usual. The odor from the remnants of ionized smoke is sticky and more pungent after it has collected on nearby objects over time, and it's MUCH harder to wipe away.

**Q: how often do you have to change the filter?**
A: We live in rural northern Alabama where there is a lot of pollen and cotton/corn fields; 6 to 7 months is the maximum we can go on a single filter. We use the HAPF300AP-U4 filters which claim to last 12 months but air flow is significantly reduced by 6 months; going any longer would probably put an unnecessary strain on the motor and shorten the life of the purifier. My children have severe allergies; so we immediately know when the filters need to be changed.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***4 on 21 February 2019*

So Far So Good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***A on 18 February 2019*

Great product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***E on 15 January 2021*

Works well for my intended use. I purchased this to mitigate fumes from soldering and it works great. On the high fan setting the smoke stream from the tip of the soldering iron is visibly pulled into the filter. The best use I've found is for eliminating the fumes from the toaster reflow oven. After a reflow cycle, I set the purifier atop the toaster oven and crack the oven door open. On high setting, the purifier is the perfect size for sucking up all the fumes coming from the oven. With the orange "smoke eliminator" filter, the air leaving the purifier contains no trace of fume or odor. Compared to running the oven without using the fan, after only a couple of reflow cycles, the room will begin to smell from the fumes released by the solder paste and if I work in this environment too long I start getting a headache. Using the purifier as described above, I can run the reflow oven all day without any issues. Caution: My reflow oven was modified internally with rock wool which insulates the oven and prevents the surfaces from getting hot. Placing this fan directly atop an unmodified toaster oven would most likely melt the housing or worse. Ionizer: The ionizer for electronics work MAY be an added benefit. Peering into the fan exhaust, only half of the air stream has ionizer probes. I don't have the equipment to test the effectiveness of the ionizer for ESD mitigation. Orange (smoke) vs Yellow (odor) filters: Holmes marketing isn't doing a great job explaining the difference between these two filters. From the given information, the two filters appear the same. Both include "HEPA Type" in the description. Both include "Baking Soda" in the description. Neither is advertised as "True HEPA". The Orange filter is more expensive than the yellow filter with no discernible justification given in the product page. From the front, both filters appear to be the same. However, physically looking at the filters, the difference becomes apparent when looking at the exhaust side of the filter and when physically handling the filters. The Orange filter includes a standard pleated style filter, whereas the Yellow filter does not. The Yellow filter appears to be a pure carbon and baking soda filter. The Orange filter has a carbon and baking soda layer in front of a pleated filter. The yellow filter may work better at removing odors as it may include more carbon and baking soda. However, the orange filter may work better at removing smaller particles and allergens due to the pleated filter. For my purposes, I'm not sure which is more effective for removing toxic fumes from soldering. So far, I've only used the Orange filter and haven't yet had to open the yellow filter. The orange filter has been proven to work so far, and since I only use the purifier when needed, I haven't yet had to replace the filter. Overall, I think this purifier is too small to purify an entire room. However, for work bench purposes it works great. Use a proper whole room purifier for 24/7 purification and use this when trying to purify a small work area.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*