Honeywell
Honeywell Air Touch i8
₹11,999
Xiaomi
Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact
₹9,999
An in-depth comparison to help you choose the right air purifier for your needs.
Price gap
₹2,000
Score gap
2 pts
Rating gap
0.2
Prices accurate as of 24/11/2025. Prices and availability on Amazon.in may change.
Editor's analysis
A hand-written take on how these two compare in the real world.
Traditional vs smart at nearly the same price: Honeywell Air Touch i8 at Rs 11,999 vs Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact at Rs 9,999. The Honeywell offers medical H13 HEPA and higher 300 m3/hr CADR. The Mi Compact brings app control, voice assistants, OLED display, and H13 HEPA at Rs 2,000 less. Both use H13 grade filters. This comes down to whether you value the Honeywell's higher airflow or the Mi's smart connectivity.
Round by round
How each product stacks up across the key dimensions.
Product A
Honeywell Air Touch i8
3
wins
Product B
Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact
3
wins
₹11,999
₹9,999
4.2 / 5
4.4 / 5
84/100
86/100
Bestseller
Bestseller
300 m³/hr
260 m³/hr
42 sq m
32 sq m
Quick summary
Traditional vs smart at nearly the same price: Honeywell Air Touch i8 at Rs 11,999 vs Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact at Rs 9,999. The Honeywell offers medical H13 HEPA and higher 300 m3/hr CADR.
The Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact wins on features per rupee. Both have H13 HEPA, but the Mi adds app control, voice assistant, and OLED display while costing Rs 2,000 less. The Honeywell's only advantage is 15% higher CADR and larger 42 vs 32 sq m coverage. For rooms under 350 sq ft, the Mi is the better buy.
Side by side
Each pick at a glance, what they include and what they cost.
Honeywell
CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate)
300 m³/hr
Coverage Area
42 sq m
Filter Type
Pre-filter + H13 HEPA + Activated Carbon
Noise Level
35-60 dB
Xiaomi
CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate)
260 m³/hr
Coverage Area
32 sq m
Filter Type
True HEPA H13
Noise Level
33-62 dB
Prices accurate as of 24/11/2025. Prices and availability on Amazon.in may change.
What sets them apart
The decisions you are actually making when you pick one over the other.
The Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact is 17% more affordable, saving you ₹2,000. Both are within a similar price range.
With 4.4 stars from 1,876 reviews, the Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact has stronger customer satisfaction. The large number of reviews makes this rating highly reliable.
The Honeywell Air Touch i8 leads in cadr (clean air delivery rate) with 300 m³/hr compared to 260 m³/hr.
The Honeywell Air Touch i8 leads in coverage area with 42 sq m compared to 32 sq m.
The Honeywell Air Touch i8 is more efficient in noise level with 35-60 dB compared to 33-62 dB.
Spec sheet
Side-by-side numbers with subtle highlighting on the stronger value.
| Specification | Honeywell Air Touch i8 | Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹11,999 | ₹9,999 |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5(2,156) | 4.4 / 5(1,876) |
| CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) | 300 m³/hr | 260 m³/hr |
| Coverage Area | 42 sq m | 32 sq m |
| Filter Type | Pre-filter + H13 HEPA + Activated Carbon | True HEPA H13 |
| Noise Level | 35-60 dB | 33-62 dB |
| Power Consumption | 55W | 38W |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Dimensions | 310 x 310 x 510 mm | 250 x 250 x 450 mm |
| Weight | 5.2 kg | 4.2 kg |
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value in that row.
Strengths and tradeoffs
Where each pick shines, and where you'll have to compromise.
Decision guide
Pick the one that matches your priorities, not the spec sheet.
Choose
Honeywell Air Touch i8
If you want
Choose
Mi Air Purifier 4 Compact
If you want
Buying tip
Both use H13 True HEPA - the filter grade argument is neutralized. The real differentiator is that the Mi Compact tells you your exact PM2.5 level via app, while the Honeywell has no air quality display at all. Knowing your air quality helps you make informed decisions about ventilation, cooking, and when to run the purifier on high.
Ready to decide?
Quick answers
Since both use H13 True HEPA, filtration quality is equal. The Honeywell wins on airflow (300 vs 260 m3/hr CADR) and coverage (42 vs 32 sq m). The Mi wins on features (app, voice control, display) and price (Rs 2,000 less). For small rooms, the Mi. For medium rooms, the Honeywell.
Only if your room exceeds 350 sq ft, where the Honeywell's 42 sq m coverage is needed. For rooms under 350 sq ft, the Mi Compact's 32 sq m is sufficient, and you get app control, voice assistant, and OLED display that the Honeywell completely lacks - all for Rs 2,000 less.
The Honeywell's 5-speed physical controls are simpler for non-tech users. The Mi requires initial app setup but then offers remote control, scheduling, and automation. For elderly users, the Honeywell is more accessible. For smartphone-comfortable users, the Mi provides far more functionality.