I’ve been using Shark’s new air purifier to freshen up my home for the past two weeks – this is where it thrived, and where it fell short

Shark BreatheClear Compact Air Purifier with NeverChange6 sitting on a wooden unit in front of a grey wall.

While many air purifiers require regular, expensive filter replacements, Shark has been on a mission to make this must-have appliance more accessible to everyday users. And the filter of the Shark BreatheClear Compact Air Purifier with NeverChange6 doesn't need to be replaced for - you guessed it - a whopping six years.

But does it have what it takes to compete with the best air purifiers out there? I tested it out in my home for two weeks to see for myself.