The Best Air Purifier - A Buying Guide (v2)

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Current list of top rated air purifiers overall:
1. Winix 5500-2 on Amazon - geni.us/yD1ZE
2. Coway Mighty on Amazon - geni.us/B1q9
3. Austin Air HealthMate on Amazon - geni.us/RJMt4c
The latest updated list of top rated air purifiers overall:
www.consumeranalysis.com/guid...
Full guide on HEPA filters:
www.consumeranalysis.com/guid...
Full guide on carbon filters:
www.consumeranalysis.com/guid...
In this video we first discuss the factors we look at to rank air purifiers. The most important ranking factors are airflow, particle filter type, gas filter type, pre-filter type, and filter order. We then discuss the three best air purifiers we've tested.
0:00 Airflow
1:01 Particle filter type
2:35 Gas filter type
3:32 Pre-filter type
4:39 Filter order
5:30 Top three models
Note: some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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@SuperAlchemi 11 ай бұрын

That's why we need KZfaq, so we can watch this kind of awesome informative videos

@blakkheim Жыл бұрын

glad to see you back king

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

😂 Thanks!

@laurikennedy3147 9 ай бұрын

If you’ve never used an air filter these are great. kzfaq.infoUgkx_dppjvjF8BYEmPSDTcgCUdRsgWYLXNHN I ended up with three after starting out with one. The noise level depends on the 1-3 settings with how hard you want the machine to work. You can also upgrade the filters and get one better for pet hair and smells which is a must have in my home. I noticed the air seemed lighter and easier to breathe when running the machine for the first time. Works great every time. Highly recommended!

@chihuahuapixieprincess2482 Жыл бұрын

As someone who suffers allergies/sensitivity to everything from pollen, voc's & smells this is the very best explanation of air purifiers - I already bought 3 Blueair which just aren't good enough and now I know why. Thank you so much ❤

@Jack-pi7xi 11 ай бұрын

One of the best reviewers on the web. Fantastic explanations, simple and easy to digest.

@semmee Жыл бұрын

I watched this review way back and got this winnix. Ive since bought many more for others. Huge thanks to you.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Thank you for watching!

@tigeruppercut7 Жыл бұрын

I commented this on another video of yours, but want to highlight my point for visibility. The sensor on many purifiers, including the Winix don't actually detect particulates. They only detect gases. However, the purifier focuses on filtering particulates, not gases. Therefore auto-mode will not work effectively. It will only turn on if you have a gas pollutant source, such as from cooking or perfumes.

@MS7.7 Жыл бұрын

I believe most air purifiers uses infrared sensor which detect the pollution by reflectivity of particles. I'm not sure how efficient but I think it's not very reliable and in auto mood it will be on the lowest settings most of the time. However that doesn't reduce the effectiveness of the air purifier hence manual mode is better but less convenient.

@robeerob Жыл бұрын

My Winix definitely has an infrared particle counter. It’s clearly not very precise but it does in fact detect sudden and dramatic increases in suspended particulate matter.

@deltawhiskey6417 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Regarding your top three picks which one has the least expensive filter replacement?

@arlenreyes4283 Жыл бұрын

Such a great guide very detail and well made!

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@versailledoctrina7646 Жыл бұрын

Excellent quality video. I hope your channels gets big and wish you everything the best.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind words and support!

@nu7493 Жыл бұрын

Great videos! I’ve learned a lot from your videos. We’d love to see reviews or maybe just remarks on the newer models from Winix and Coway. Great job!

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! I've definitely considered reviewing newer models from Winix and Coway on the channel. It's just difficult to justify taking the time to test and review them because they're generally considerably more expensive than my top two picks without really offering any additional performance. A good example of this is the Winix AM80. It offers essentially identical performance to the 5500-2 but it's usually at least $50 to $100 more expensive. So I'll definitely keep an eye on models like these. I just can't really justify taking the time to review them at this time.

@TheJustina102085 11 ай бұрын

I love the channel and content! I’ve used this channel as a guide to buying several air purifiers; excluding my purchase of the Lg Tower Air purifier, I wanted something that looked nice and had smart features for one of my rooms.. soo it prob sucks as an air purifier idk haha If you read this; I’d love to see a review on the Wyze Air purifier, & is incredibly cheap given what it claims to do. The app on the Wyze looks excellent as well so for less than $200 I’m wondering if it’s a worthwhile purchase for a medium size room.

@hdhdu7634 Жыл бұрын

Best reviews on the market - so succinct & thorough. Even if I'm not in the market for a possibility item, I still watch just to learn 👍🏽

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind words, and thank you for watching!

@BOOSTEDLASER 8 ай бұрын

HOW DOES THE COSTCO WINEX 9500 FOR 200$ RATE? ( COMES WITH SPARE FILTERS ALSO) WONDER WHAT THE AIRFLOW IS@@consumer-analysis

@marioz3760 Жыл бұрын

Great analysis, thank you! Subscribed.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thank you! And thank you for watching and subscribing!

@MS7.7 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, I have Philips 1000i series model AC1215/91 and I think it's very similar to Winix 5500 but I don't know the actual CFM. I noticed the Active Carbon filter on Winix have to hexagonal indentation on the sides is this allowing small amount of air to bypass it? Also does it matter if it sucks air from front or sides or both?

@JC-wv3tu 9 ай бұрын

Great review!! Does it come in the color white?

@mattnmoe Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate your reviews. Wondering if you could review or your thoughts on combo dehumidifier and air purifier all in one. Like the Pure & Dry HEPA 70 or Luko 70 Pint or Afloia.

@NorrisCheung Жыл бұрын

Would you mind adding the Ikea Starkvind to your comparison tests? I was a BlueAir fan for years buying multiple units but after comparing price/CFM/value (including filter replacement costs), I find the Ikea Starkvind a no-brainer.

@civulaskolowe5393 13 күн бұрын

I love you for this video!

@talflex25 Жыл бұрын

great content thank you!!

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@XtianApi 7 ай бұрын

Thank you thank you!

@SlackerU Жыл бұрын

I wish you could test how many inches of water-column each purifier-blower could offer. I live in a State that needs more than 20 years to enforce our changing burn rules so I need filtration almost every night that wind speeds are below 6mph. I think I'm going to use a 1TDT7 blower that is rated for 1-1/4 inches of water-column so it should clog filters. I have a D480[works amazing no-complaints for what it is] & I can sense when it's not ideally functioning so I need something more powerful. I also don't like that these Purifiers are suppose to be 3-5 ft off the ground so I might make mine 6ft tall so that the clean air is as far away from the dirty air as possible. I almost want to just install it in a wall.

@Caps78 11 ай бұрын

Is the levoit everest air a good purifier? I bought it but not knowing what I wss buying. My room is 12x16 . And in a month 23% of the filter is used. I didn't realize filters are $99 to replace. Now I have buyers remorse.

@ChiefBrianIrons Жыл бұрын

I have to disagree with you on filter order if you ever see the pellet carbon filters they have gaps in them as carbon pellet drops to the bottom of the honeycomb which allows dust to get through easily. Also carbon filter job should not be catching dust it main job should be to get rid of VOCs that why the carbon filter should be the last filter as HEPA filter job should be catching dust and fine particles. You might have a case with carbon lace filters.

@arjunprabhu6742 7 ай бұрын

This point struck me too. I wish someone would clarify on this.

@dodger4196 10 ай бұрын

Do you have any plans on reviewing the Medify MA-125 or Levoit Everest Air? I’ve got a couple MA-25s and was looking adding a larger unit in the living room. Almost pickup an MA-112, but would like to have one with smarter features such as an auto mode.

@arjunprabhu6742 7 ай бұрын

Winix is not available in India. I purchased the Coway Airmega 250 and also a Coway 1220-B Storm.

@mumbles711 6 ай бұрын

Have you tested the Winix AM90? If so, how does it compare to the 5300? Thanks.

@viper04af 11 ай бұрын

Thank you do the blue air 411i max have true hepa now ?

@advertusmedia 10 ай бұрын

for a single 500 sf room, would you suggest one Medify MA 112 or 2 Winix 5500-2?

@thelowcarbcook1196 3 ай бұрын

We have a 1200 sq foot open large living area. I have watched many of your videos but the winix 500-2 seems to be your pick over all purfiers. Do you think 2 of these units would be enough for this size area?

@adamsterdam9049 9 ай бұрын

They dont sell the 5500-2 in my country, but the Winix Zero looks pretty similiar, have you tested this one?

@Shmew455r 6 ай бұрын

Went with levoit, 300 bucks for 3k square feet is a great deal, plus it has all the pros of the winix without being so weak

@9arvis Жыл бұрын

What do you think of the Winix 9800??

@arthurfernando2413 Жыл бұрын

Could you make a review on the xiami mi robot vacuums? Xiami mop p & etc

@stevethea5250 8 ай бұрын

plz also provide metric measurements/square and whabbout Xiaomi models ?

@RathOX 2 ай бұрын

Sadly seems cant get austin air in the uk i need the VOC scrubbing

@mattmaes 3 ай бұрын

Have you tested the Enviroklenz?

@lstev7489 8 ай бұрын

I just bought a Winex 535..any good?

@amin990 Жыл бұрын

What about the Mila air filter ?

@lexbraxman9270 Жыл бұрын

Airmega 400 was a game changer for me.

@sailor1145 10 ай бұрын

I don't see any mention of Alen Breathsmart in this buying guide

@WelcomeToDERPLAND Жыл бұрын

I've got a Winix P450.

@ChiefBrianIrons Жыл бұрын

The issue with the winix in Europe is the carbon filter replacement issues. Winix advertise their filters to last a year but the carbon filter only last 3 months which i don't mind but in Europe you can't buy a separate carbon filter you need to buy the Hepa filter with it so making it useless i can't buy full set of filters every three months just to use the carbon filter. Have you ever tested Philips Air Purifiers.

@arjunprabhu6742 7 ай бұрын

Does Philips manufacture the purifiers or does it only relabel purifiers manufactured by third parties ? I plan to write an email and ask Philips too.

@dinoscheidt Жыл бұрын

WINIX 5500-2 vs WINNIX Zero? I’m currently looking for a air purifier due to dust allergy for the bed room. I live in Europe, Germany to be precise. WINIX doesn’t seem to offer the 5500-2 in Europe but their WINNIX Zero - which look like a modernized version. How do the WINNIX Zero compare to the 5500-2? Or next best alternative. Thank you very much! Great timing !

@muallauzun6757 11 ай бұрын

Hi, you are right winix market in europe is different. I live in Turkey and I bought zero pro for my daughter's little house. She has a dog and a cat. My suggestion is zero pro which is the best winix model for houses in Europe.

@FA-tq9ip 8 ай бұрын

Would be interesting to know how the Coway AirMega 250 would fit in

@arjunprabhu6742 7 ай бұрын

I purchased a Coway Airmega 250 and I hope they test it too.

@kayskreed 11 ай бұрын

How would you classify them based on the best "zero ozone" producing models?

@ExecutiveGoth Жыл бұрын

Hi, so being from Salt Lake City, I'm looking for an air purfifer that can handle PM2.5 particles (HEPA14), these are smaller and more dangerous, and are sort of a pretty big problem here. Are there any that you've tested that could work for that purpose? Most HEPA 13 filters do reduce PM2.5 particles, but don't stop them.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

A standard HEPA filter will do an excellent job filtering PM2.5 particles. And so for your application I would still have the same top three recommendations. I highly recommend reading my guide on HEPA filters, in which I address HEPA filters capturing smaller particles in detail: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/air-purifiers/hepa-air-purifier/

@Diego-1 Жыл бұрын

What do you think of the Winix Zero Pro sold here in Europe? as good as the 5500-2?

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

The Zero Pro is essentially the 5500-2 equivalent in Europe and so I would say that yes, it is as at least as good as the 5500-2.

@GenjoKoan75 5 күн бұрын

Excellent. Perhaps best review video I have watched. Bit dry delivery however. Try to lighten up and crack a few jokes.

@deenyc1049 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I watched this video AFTER I already purchased two Blueair 311's. WInix will be my next purchase.

@ericasanders4442 Жыл бұрын

I have heard that UV light is important to kill the mold, not just HEPA for catching them. Any thoughts?

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

I talk about air purifiers and mold in detail in this guide: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/air-purifiers/air-purifier-for-mold/ To answer your question, you don't need to kill mold with a UV light. It's sufficient to filter mold spores.

@robeerob Жыл бұрын

In Europe Winix doesn’t sell the 5500-2, the closest model is the Zero which as far as I can see is identical to the American C535 (so basically carbon coated mesh instead of pellets). The only model with carbon pellets is the Zero Pro, which as far as I can see is identical to the American HR900 minus the pet pre-filter, sold at a MSRP of € 189. Since the chassis is very different from the recommended 5500-2, is there any chance that you review the HR-900? If not, do you know enough about it to recommend it?

@PearlRyan15 3 ай бұрын

I’m looking for creative ways to disguise an ugly air purifier but I don’t want to compromise on effectiveness. Can I put a backless cabinet or something with a vented design over the air purifier or will anything blocking air flow be totally stupid? Any ideas?

@consumer-analysis 3 ай бұрын

You could do it. It will impact performance, but only minimally.

@xkxxxx Жыл бұрын

Can you review the Mila that was kickstarted? Is it hype or crap?

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

The Mila has similar airflow to the Winix 5500-2 but is more than double the price. It's not a bad air purifier. It's just not a good value.

@77chiqui 14 күн бұрын

Some purifiers like the winix emits ozone which can be harmful

@9to5techs 5 ай бұрын

Winix 5500-2 vs Levoit Vital 200S

@trizkial7592 9 ай бұрын

Great video. Just wish you didn’t have price harm a products placement. I want to know the best of the best cost be damned

@optikzofficial Жыл бұрын

Would one Winnix 5500-2 be fine for a 650 sq ft bachelor apartment?

@optikzofficial Жыл бұрын

Is it good for removing cooking odours, dust and allergens?

@optikzofficial Жыл бұрын

Please let me know

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

For 650 sq. ft. I would recommend two Winix 5500-2 units.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

Yes, it will be effective removing cooking odors, dust, and allergens.

@userou-ig1ze Жыл бұрын

best reviews... but what about Xiaomi air filter

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

I've definitely considered buying at least one Xiaomi unit for review, but they're just not popular enough in the United States to justify my taking the time to buy one, test it, and write a review for it.

@userou-ig1ze Жыл бұрын

@@consumer-analysis would you consider it if community sends one

@Mr.No-body697 6 ай бұрын

Long term winix 5500-2 user here I can tell you after 2 years of use both of my units motors are so loud its un bearable so much so im Throwing them out and looking into other brands. So be warned if you buy them there motor does get loud over time and its not just one both experienced the same thing

@i.d.6492 Жыл бұрын

Is there any research behind this. I get the bang for buck but most people buy these and don't even know if their air quality has improved, they might say oh it is improved but it's most likely placebo. You should do testing to see which one actually purifies air.

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

See my written reviews for particle test results: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/air-purifiers/best-air-purifier/#reviews

@NoHandleToSpeakOf Жыл бұрын

It is astonishing that the filter order can be designed wrong

@pinkorganichorse Жыл бұрын

@mitsygaynor 9 ай бұрын

I thought Plasmawave - creates ozone and build up of ozone is harmful to humans

@jorishnathanael1812 Жыл бұрын

Niceeee

@moddkilla 2 ай бұрын

Why on earth would a pellet based carbon filter used to remove orders placed in front of the Hepa filter maximize the life of the hepa filter….

@RathOX 2 ай бұрын

Because the carbon also helps get rid of larger particles.

@yavorchernaev39 Жыл бұрын

No philips? 🤔

@lancetakiguchi9756 8 ай бұрын

Nooo, I bought blue air 😭. I've found this channel a year late.

@watchout5508 4 ай бұрын

Air purifier goes *wooosh*

@CaitlynKeenan-nk4cr Ай бұрын

What are your thoughts on Bionaire Air Purifiers?

@geo555 Жыл бұрын

For Pete's sake, why don't you list the Wyze air purifier ?

@consumer-analysis Жыл бұрын

I only listed the top 30 air purifiers I've personally tested.

@PhillipKnoll 5 ай бұрын

You "tested" them how? I heard no description of what you tested. ZERO. Throwing the word "test" around is easy. Doing testing requires a lot of work.