Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101 VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a True Hepa Filter – keeps the air fresh by eliminating up to 99.97% of unhealthy airborne particles indoors.

Yes

It uses a True HEPA Filter, Odor Reducing Carbon Filter and WINIX PlasmaWave Technology to filter 99.97% of air contaminants

TIMER

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Inbuilt automatic timer – set the time you want the Elechomes air purifier to work and go off after a while. Select from 1 hour to 8 hours for an automatic purification.

Yes

The Set and Forget function allows you to time and schedule the machine - you don't have to worry about air quality when you're not at home.

FOR LARGE ROOMS

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Large room coverage of 350 square feet. Cleans air in large rooms within this range.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Takes out every kind of cigarette odor – removes both the mainstream and side stream cigarette smoke within its coverage.

Yes

Uses its 3 stage air purification system to get rid of Cigarette Odor.The Coated Deodorization Carbon Filter reduces VOCs and household odors from cigarette smoking, cooking, and pet urine.

ROOM SIZE AND AIRFLOW

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Can clean a room size of 350 square feet perfectly. Suitable for living rooms, garages, bedrooms, offices and kitchens.

Yes

Room coverage is 360 sq. ft. AHAM Verified & CADR Rating for Dust - 243 sq.ft, for Pollen - 246 Sq.ft, for Smoke - 232 Sq.ft

FIGHTS GERMS

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses a single pre filter and 3 composite layer to fight germs. Kills germs to the size of 0.25 microns or bigger.

Yes

Its PlasmaWave technology creates Hydroxyl to neutralize germs, bacteria, VOCs, gases and odors

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Eliminates dust mites hidden in your living space. Uses a 4 layer filters to trap and eliminate dust mites that cause allergy and irritations.

Yes

These will be captured and eliminated by the True HEPA Filter because Dust mites are very small in size - about 0.3 microns in size.

REMOVES PET DANDER

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes pet dander shed off by pets on a daily basis. Thus makes living with pets like dogs and cats easy.

Yes

The True HEPA filters will capture 99.97% of all airborne particles including pet dander that comes from your pets.

GETS RID OF POLLEN

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Gets rid of pollen indoors – pollen when inhaled can trigger a negative body reaction like allergy and sneezing.

Yes

The True HEPA Filter will get rid of pollen thus save you from pollen related allergies such as flu, sneezing and blocked nose.

REMOVES SMOKE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes every kind of smoke. Filters the air and captures smoke from burning objects, cooking and from industries.

Yes

Does not matter if the smoke is from the kitchen, cigarette or wild fire - Winix 5500-2's True HEPA Filter will trap and remove 99.97% of smoke.

REMOVES MOLD

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes mold usually found in moist or watery environments. Mold is a fungus component that leads to skin irritation or cough.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

4 high quality filters combine efforts to trap allergens. Removes up to 99.97% of the allergens leaving the air pure and safe.

Yes

The TrueHEPA filter traps 99.97% of Allergens that could make you sick thus make the environment you leave in safe.

QUIET OPERATION

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

The unit operates quietly while in auto mode - so you won't lose your sleep

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Pre filter is washable – regularly wash pre filters depending on the level of airborne particles. Renders nonstop and effective cleaning

Yes

Uses Washable Advanced Odor Control carbon filters which should be cleaned every after 14 days; these pre-filters are permanent.

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The front panel unsnaps automatically to show the interior of the device. Remove the old filter and then replace with new and snap it back.

Yes

All you have to do is to turn off the air filter before removing filters. After that - remove the front panel by pushing its upper edge and slowly pull forward.

AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Detects airborne particles automatically with smart dual sensors. Dust and smell sensor that monitor air quality, identifies unwanted particles and changes the wind speed automatically.

Yes

Has SmartSensors that monitor air quality 24/7. So the moment contaminants get into the air you breathe, the unit will automatically increase fan speed to capture allergens.

SLEEP MODE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Sleep mode – switches off the indicator lights, faints the light of the control panel and silences the fan. Ensures a peaceful sleeping environment.

Yes

You can easily press the Mode button on the control panel to select Sleep mode. You will see a LED ''Sleep'' light indicating Sleep mode is activated.

WATTAGE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

CONTROLS AND MODES

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Elechomes air purifier features a multiple controls and modes for effectiveness. Includes smart mode, auto mode, sleep mode, remote control and child lock.

Yes

(1) Auto Mode - enables auto operation .(2) Sleep Mode - once it's in the sleep mode, the Air Quality Indicator LED light is disabled and the fan speed is automatically set to LOW.

FILTER REPLACEMENT REMINDER

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Yes, found at the top of this device. Alerts the owner about changing the current filter with a new filter to maintain effectiveness.

Yes

Has a filter replacement reminder which notifies you when it’s time to replace air filters.

ECONOMICAL

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Consumes less power when on sleep mode to save energy.

Yes

The unit is Energy Star Certified - it uses very little power to clean and filter air in your room. Its True HEPA filter & AOC Carbon Filter lasts up to 12 months and the Pre-filter is Permanent.

AFFORDABLE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Priced below $200

Yes

Yes, it is one of the best affordable air purifiers on the market.

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Thoroughly cleans air using 1 pre filter and 3 layer composite filters – removes all particles and airborne micro organisms that can cause asthma or allergy.

Yes

The True HEPA filter and PlasmaWave Technology work hand-in-hand to break down allergens, odors, indoor pollutants, chemical vapors, dust, dust mites, pet dander and other related air contaminants

ALEXA COMPATIBLE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Remote control – conveniently lets you make changes to the purifier up to a distance of 16.4 feet or 5 meters away. Sit back and control your purifier without leaving your comfort zone.

Yes

Control this unit with a remote control. Things you can do with this remote control include; turning ON/OFF the unit, Enable Auto Mode and Increase Fan Speed.

FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

True Hepa filter should be changed once a year or after a period of 3000 hours of operation

Yes

Both the Carbon filter and True HEPA filter last up to 12 months.

CHILD LOCK

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Child lock buttons – deactivates all the buttons on the control panel. Ideal for homes with kids.

OZONE FREE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

DESIGN

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Compact and high quality – fits in any small given space and made of durable material.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

16.5 x 8.3 x 19.3 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101

Winix 5500 2

Yes

18.74 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101 FOR LARGE ROOMS
USABILITY	DRAW :
SAFETY	WINNER : Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101 CHILD LOCK
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Elechomes Air Purifier UC3101 VS. Winix 5500 2