The Sharp FX-J80M-H air purifier proved pretty effective at purifying the air in our room. It efficiently delivers clean and breathable air, staying true to its primary promise. Sharp uses quality filters and the design is simple yet functional, complemented by a decent range of features.
However, setting up Wi-Fi connectivity and the companion app was not a seamless experience, and the lack of a remote control might be inconvenient for some users. Despite these drawbacks, at an asking price of nearly ₹30,000, it remains a solid recommendation for anyone seeking an effective air purifier capable of handling severe pollution conditions.
Pollution in India has consistently reached alarming levels at the onset of the winter season, particularly in urban centres like Delhi and Mumbai, where smog blankets the skyline and air quality indices regularly soar into hazardous territory. If you reside in one of these cities, you know the consequences on health are dire and are probably looking for a solution.
The Sharp FX-J80M-H is a premium air purifier that employs high-grade filter and IoT capabilities. But does it live up to its promises? Let’s dive into the review.
The Sharp FXJ80M-H has a simple yet functional tower design that has remained consistent for generations. The control panel is at the top and it will be hard to miss the broad LED indicator denoting the air quality right below it. Underneath the LED light, there are different indicators including a PM2.5 LED monitor that displays the current PM2.5 values in three digits (reads from 10 to 500 μg/m3). You can also check current power wattage, temperature and humidity on this monitor
There are two airflow vents, one on the rear and one on the front. The Plasmacluster ions are emitted from the front. The PM10 pre-filter mesh is integrated with the removable back cover. Underneath are the deodorising carbon filter and the HEPA 14 filter for trapping fine PM2.5 pollutants as small as 0.3 microns. There are two indents on the back that can be used to conveniently lift and move the purifier around the house when needed. The purifier does not ship with
This is a smart purifier, allowing you to connect it to a Wi-Fi network and conveniently monitor and operate it via a smartphone app. The app is available for both iOS and Android. However, the iOS version required us to jump through several hoops before successfully connecting, making the process less seamless. Additionally, the app feels a bit jittery.
You can easily switch between different performance modes using the Mode button with a Fan icon. Each mode has its own indicator light which makes it easy to operate. There is a dedicated Haze mode which makes the purifier operate at Max speed for 10 minutes, High fan speed for 60 minutes and then alternates between Low and High levels for 20 minutes each. This proved quite effective in quickly clearing the room in critical conditions.
The auto mode adjusts the fan speed dynamically based on dust, odour and ambient light. The display monitors automatically turn off in the dark to avoid any disturbance during your sleep time.
The purifier supports high-density Plasmacluster technology that emits positive and negative ios for natural air treatment. The arrow key is to initiate Plasmacluster Ions Spot Mode and is accompanied by a Plasmacluster indicator which is a cluster of grapes.
We tested the Sharp FX-J80M-H using the Kitera Sensedge air quality monitor. The smog was heavy and AQI outdoors was beyond 500. In just one hour the Sharp FX-J80M could reduce the severe 379 AQI indoors to just 9. The PM2.5 value also drastically reduced from 230 μg/m3 to 5 μg/m3. The purifier runs quietly in auto mode at night.
In regular use, we noticed that Sharp FX-J80M-H had no trouble maintaining clean air quality, even in situations where the door was frequently opened and closed. This is not something we can say for most of the affordable air purifiers we have tested.
The CADR or Clean Air Delivery Rate of 480 m3/hr is standard in this price segment. The air purifier is not designed to remove VOCs or harmful gasses like carbon monoxide.
It was difficult to discern the impact of the Plasmacluster technology in action. In theory, it reduces static electricity, which can help prevent dust from settling on walls and other surfaces. According to Sharp, this feature also aids in eliminating odours and germs that cling to sofas and curtains. Once initiated, the Plasmacluster cannot be turned off.
Sharp claims that the air filters will last for up to 2 years. The purifier has indicator lights for filter replacement (FZ-J80HFE, FZ-J80DFE) and Plasmacluster unit replacement (IZ-C90ME). The replacement costs can add up to a substantial amount which is something to keep in mind while making your purchase decision.
The Sharp FX-J80M-H air purifier proved pretty effective at purifying the air in our room. It efficiently delivers clean and breathable air, staying true to its primary promise. Sharp uses quality filters and the design is simple yet functional, complemented by a decent range of features.
However, setting up Wi-Fi connectivity and the companion app was not a seamless experience, and the lack of a remote control might be inconvenient for some users. Despite these drawbacks, at an asking price of nearly ₹30,000, it remains a solid recommendation for anyone seeking an effective air purifier capable of handling severe pollution conditions. You can also consider other options in the Sharp FP series which should offer similar performance for a slightly lower price.
