Levoit’s Vital Pet Pro targets fur, dander, and pet odors in small homes

Levoit’s Vital Pet Pro Air Purifier is a $189.99 machine designed specifically for pet-friendly households. According to the article, Levoit says it can remove up to 70% of pet odors within an hour. The pitch is straightforward: reduce the fur, dander, and “wet dog” smell that can build up in apartments and shared living spaces.

The purifier uses a three-stage filtration system: a washable pre-filter, a main filter, and an activated carbon filter. The pre-filter is meant to catch larger debris like pet hair, while the main filter targets smaller particles and dander. The carbon filter is designed for odor control and includes 140 grams of activated carbon.

Levoit also added a U-shaped air inlet, which it says helps capture airborne pet hair and particles while improving airflow and reducing filter clogging.

The article highlights automatic cleaning technology that removes accumulated hair and debris from the pre-filter and collects it in a removable tray. That feature is especially useful for pet owners who would otherwise need to clean fur buildup by hand. The companion app includes Auto Plus Mode, which monitors air-quality changes and adjusts performance in real time.

Pet Mode alternates between 15 minutes at the highest fan speed and 60 minutes at a lower speed to maintain air quality while reducing noise and energy use. Instead of a numerical air-quality display, the purifier uses colors: red for bad, orange for moderate, green for good, and cyan for very good.

After a little over a week of testing, TechCrunch’s Lauren Forristal found the purifier effective at collecting fur and trapping debris that would otherwise float around or settle on furniture. While the odor-removal claim was not independently verified with a specific test, the article says the room smelled considerably fresher after the purifier ran.

Two practical caveats stand out: the Vital Pet Pro is larger than expected, and the fan is audible at its highest setting. Once it settles into a lower setting, the article says it is quiet enough to run overnight, while Sleep Mode makes it even quieter. The purifier is available from Levoit’s website, Amazon, Chewy, and other retailers.