Xiaomi Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact review: Good performance in small package

As its name suggests, the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact is designed for small homes and workspaces. It targets buyers who want an affordable purifier within a Rs 7,000 budget. But does it actually deliver, especially when the air outside is little more than thick smog?

With seasonal smog, industrial emissions, and hazardous PM2.5 spikes making clean indoor air a non-negotiable health priority, compact air purifiers like these have become non-negotiable in households and office spaces. Xiaomi’s offering is essentially banking on its digital ecosystem connectivity while sticking to the concept of simpler tech. It promises enterprise-grade HEPA performance in a footprint no larger than a desk lamp, which makes it useful for versatile living spaces.