Breville The Smart Air Viral Protect Plus Purifier
LAP408WHT
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Purifier for rooms up to 42 square metres
- 4 stage filtration with AntiViral HEPA-13 filter
- Microbe Shield, night mode, 3 fan speeds, timer
BONUS OFFER
Purchase a selected Breville product to enter to win a Breville Summer Wellness Prize (R)
Plus 100 Breville Summer Packs to be won (R)
(R) Entries close 11:59pm AEDT 31/01/2027. Entrants must purchase (and pay in full) and register an eligible product between 9:00am AEDT 29/10/2026 and 11:59pm AEDT 31/12/2026. Product must be registered at below link. See full list of participating products at below link. Entrants must be Australian residents aged 18 or over. Grand Prize for 1 winner is a trip for 2 adults, return flights from your nearest capital city, 1 night stay at Ardo Townsville, 5 night stay at Orpheus Island Lodge, return helicopter transfers to Orpheus Island Lodge, return Airport transfers, comprehensive travel insurance for 2, 12 month Luxury Escapes Societe Gold Membership and 1x Breville Summer pack. Secondary prizes for 100 winners is a Breville Summer Wellness pack which includes 1 x Breville InFizzTM Fusion (BCA800BSS), 1 x Breville Fresh To GoTM (LPB320BSS), 1 x Breville the Fill n’ PourTM Fridge Water Jug (LWJ100GRY) and 1 x Iced Coffee DuoTM (BES047CLR). By entering, entrants agree that their personal information will be collected, stored and used by the promoter. Winners will be drawn at 01:00pm AEDT 05/02/2027 and will be notified via email and telephone and must respond within 14 days of notification. Must retain proof of purchase. Max 1 entry per eligible purchase. Not valid with any other offer unless otherwise stated. Excludes commercial sales. See full T&Cs at below link. NSW Authority No. TP/05390; ACT Permit No. TP 26/02243; SA Permit No. T26/1707
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Breville
- Model Number:
- LAP408WHT
- Compatible Room Size:
- 42m2
- Filters:
- Pre-filter for dust & pet dander, AntiViral HEPA-13 Filter for Viral Particles and Allergens, Activated Carbon Filter for odours and smoke, Microbe Shield light
- Connections:
- Wi-Fi
- Type:
- Air Purifier
Heating & Cooling
- Maximum Airflow (m3/hr):
- 215
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 45
Options
- Timer:
- Yes - 8 Hours
- Settings:
- Microbe Shield on/off, Night Mode, 3 Fan Speeds
Smart Features
- Smart Home Compatible:
- Breville Home Connect app: Amazon Alexa & Google Home/Assistant
General Information
- Family:
- Breville the Smart Air
- Colour:
- White
- Additional Features:
- Real time updates via PM2.5 Micron Monitor & Live Purity Visual Indicators, Microbe Shield shortwave light targets bacteria and viruses, Automatically adjusts to detected air quality
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Heating & Cooling
- Maximum Airflow (m3/hr):
- 215
Options
- Timer:
- Yes - 8 Hours
- Settings:
- Microbe Shield on/off, Night Mode, 3 Fan Speeds
General Information
- Family:
- Breville the Smart Air
- Colour:
- White
- Additional Features:
- Real time updates via PM2.5 Micron Monitor & Live Purity Visual Indicators, Microbe Shield shortwave light targets bacteria and viruses, Automatically adjusts to detected air quality
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 391
- Product Width (mm):
- 231
- Product Depth (mm):
- 231
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 390
- Box Width (mm):
- 244
- Box Depth (mm):
- 244
- Box Weight (kg):
- 3
Product Reviews of Breville The Smart Air Viral Protect Plus Purifier
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.7 out of 5 stars from 78 reviews
97% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Very quiet operation and compact size, suitable for bedrooms or small rooms
- Significant reduction in allergy symptoms and effective against hay fever
- Noticeably improves air quality, reducing dust, odours, and pet smells
- Night mode dims lights and maintains quiet performance for better sleep
- App features are sometimes unreliable and can disrupt sleep mode settings
- Easy to use, low maintenance, and filters are affordable and long-lasting
Pros
Quiet (17)
Quality (13)
Easy (12)
Cleaning (11)
Efficient (3)
Speed (1)
Great little unit!
Purchased another as it’s compact and very quiet Also a 4 stage filter
Geoff
Confirmed purchase 16 October 2026
Published on 10 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Clean Air
I researched Air Purifiers and I settled on a Breville. I really wanted the Viral Protect plus, but I thought it would be hard to get due to popularity so I also selected another Breville Air Purifier just in case. Breville seemed the best of all brands for my needs. I have ours in the bedroom and sometimes in the kitchen. But in the bedroom we are sleeping much better. I think there is a difference in the air quality and I’m especially happy with the viral protect unit because we have had the flu and colds in our house this year. So I am very happy with my purchase and I recommend this unit to everyone interested in improving the quality of air in their home
Joanne
Confirmed purchase 7 October 2026
Published on 5 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great Product for clean air
Excellent, quiet and easy to use, I do not use the wifi facility, maybe someday I might try it but it is not necessary.
Casper
Confirmed purchase 11 October 2026
Published on 4 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Making a difference
Les Terrance
Confirmed purchase 30 September 2026
Published on 29 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Good for hey fever
I bought this air purifier because I suffer from hay fever, and it has made a big difference. Since using it, my allergy symptoms have improved a lot. I’m really happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend it to anyone who suffers from hay fever.
S
Confirmed purchase 20 September 2026
Published on 22 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great unit, easy to use. Does what it says on the box
Only issue is the app, when changing the system settings while in sleep mode, it will automatically turn off sleep mode and the units lights will turn back on.
Brent
Confirmed purchase 25 September 2026
Published on 22 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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javier lopez
Confirmed purchase 11 September 2026
Published on 6 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Super efficient
Incredible!!! I keep it in my bedroom and the air quality is consistently between 1-3 when it’s running (probably because it’s small bedroom & this is suitable for medium rooms). However when I cook or someone has a smoke, it IMMEDIATELY detects it from the opposite end of the house and ramps up the power, going from air quality ~300 and back down to 1-10 within like 20 minutes max. Super happy with my purchase, couldn’t recommend enough.
Somra
Confirmed purchase 3 September 2026
Published on 30 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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great features
appears to work well, silent operation and easy to use.
Neville
Confirmed purchase 17 August 2026
Published on 9 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Breville purifier is wonderful as I can turn it on half an hour before I go to bed... I now turn off when I get in to bed and find I don't cough
10 out of 10
Liz alcock
Confirmed purchase 12 August 2026
Published on 8 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
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At a glance
The Breville Smart Air Viral Protect Plus Purifier is a smart mid-range unit for bedrooms, studies, and living areas up to 42 m². It suits households wanting strong allergen, odour, and particle filtration with app control and quiet night operation. Key strengths are its four-stage filtration and live air-quality feedback. One limitation is that it is better suited to medium rooms than large open-plan spaces.
What it’s great for
- Allergy support
- Everyday air cleaning
- Bedroom use
- Study use
- Medium living spaces
- Smoke and odour reduction
- Smart home control
Where it works best
- Bedroom
- Study
- Home office
- Apartment
- Medium living room
Who it’s for
- Allergy-sensitive households
- Pet owners
- Apartment dwellers
- Families
- Remote workers
- Smart home users
Things to consider
Its 42 m² coverage is well suited to medium rooms, but buyers needing strong purification for larger open-plan areas may prefer a higher-capacity specialist model.
Allergy relief score
8/10 - HEPA-13 filtration, pre-filtering and PM2.5 monitoring make it a strong option for everyday allergen reduction in medium rooms.
Room size suitability
Best for rooms up to 42 m², including bedrooms, studies and medium-sized living areas.
Pet hair & odour performance
8/10 - The pre-filter helps with pet hair and dander, while the activated carbon filter supports odour control.
Noise level vs category average
7/10 - Night mode makes it well suited to quieter overnight use, though it is not positioned as an ultra-quiet specialist model.
Smart home compatibility
Breville Home Connect app, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Google Assistant
Key benefits
- 4-stage filtration: Helps tackle dust, pet dander, allergens, odours and smoke in one unit.
- AntiViral HEPA-13 filter: Captures fine airborne particles and supports cleaner air for allergy-prone homes.
- Activated carbon filter: Reduces everyday household odours and smoke for a fresher room.
- PM2.5 Micron Monitor: Shows real-time fine particle readings so you can see current air quality.
- Auto mode: Adjusts purifier settings automatically based on detected air quality.
- Night mode: Runs more quietly for reduced disruption while sleeping.
- Smart connectivity: Lets you control and monitor the purifier through the Breville Home Connect app.
- Up to 42 m² room coverage: Suits bedrooms, studies and medium-sized living spaces.
Q: Will this purifier suit a large open-plan living room?
A: No. This model is designed for rooms up to 42 square metres, so it is a better fit for a bedroom, study or medium living area. In a larger open-plan space, cleaning performance will be less concentrated and may feel slower.
Q: Can it reduce smoke and cooking odours in the room?
A: Yes. The filter system includes activated carbon for odours and smoke, plus separate stages for dust, pet dander and fine airborne particles. It is intended to clean indoor air, not to replace kitchen extraction or remove the source itself.
Q: Does the fan speed adjust automatically when air quality changes?
A: Yes. This purifier monitors indoor air with a PM2.5 sensor and can adjust its settings automatically when conditions change. That suits rooms where cooking fumes, smoke or dust levels vary during the day without constant manual changes.
Q: Is it quiet enough to run overnight in a bedroom?
A: Yes. Night mode is designed for quieter operation, so it suits bedroom use where lower noise matters. At higher fan speeds it may still be more noticeable, so the quietest experience is in night mode rather than full-power cleaning.
Q: Which smart home apps and voice assistants does it support?
A: This purifier works with the Breville Home Connect app for remote control and monitoring. It also supports Amazon Alexa and Google Home or Google Assistant, so you can adjust settings without using the controls on the unit itself.
Q: How long can the timer run before it switches off?
A: The timer can be set for up to 8 hours before the purifier switches off automatically. That is useful for overnight use or for cleaning a room before bedtime, but it is not an all-day scheduling function with multiple timed periods.
