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HEPA Filter that captures and removes up to 99.97% of allergens and other particles as small as 0.3-microns such as household dust, pet-dander, mold-spores and plant-pollens.
It uses a True HEPA Filter, Odor Reducing Carbon Filter and WINIX PlasmaWave Technology to filter 99.97% of air contaminants
Comes with an inbuilt-timer that can be set from 1-to-8 hours depending on how long you want this device to purify your room air before it shuts down.
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.
Uses an activated charcoal filter to capture and eliminate common odors including cigarette smoke odors.
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 coverage is up to “180Sq.ft.” CARD rating; CADR Smoke - 116, CADR Pollen 128, CADR Dust - 126
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
Uses optional UV-C light technology that works along with Titanium Dioxide to eliminate airborne germs like; staph, influenza, pneumonia and rhinovirus
Its PlasmaWave technology creates Hydroxyl to neutralize germs, bacteria, VOCs, gases and odors
Uses a True HEPA Filter to capture and remove up to 99.97% of dust mites. Additionally, it also features a Pre-filter that helps to capture large dust particles.
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.
Uses a Pre-filter with an activated carbon layer to capture and remove pet-odors within your home hence making it a perfect appliance for pet-owners.
The True HEPA filters will capture 99.97% of all airborne particles including pet dander that comes from your pets.
Uses a True HEPA Filter to trap and eliminate pollen and other allergy-triggers within your home.
The True HEPA Filter will get rid of pollen thus save you from pollen related allergies such as flu, sneezing and blocked nose.
Uses an integrated Pre-filter and Charcoal-filter to trap and eliminate cooking-smoke, cigarette-smoke and other types of smoke that may accumulate within your home
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.
Uses a Hepa-Filter to capture up to 99.97% of allergens including mold. It also uses Pet Pure which is an antimicrobial agent added to the filter to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and odor-causing bacteria on the surface of the filter.
Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.
Uses a Hepa-Filter to remove 99.97% of allergens and other particles 0.3 microns from your home. This actually makes it a perfect home-appliance for allergy sufferers.
The TrueHEPA filter traps 99.97% of Allergens that could make you sick thus make the environment you leave in safe.
Operates quietly even when operating at the highest speed-setting. Also features an ultra-quiet sleep mode that operates at the lowest setting to provide you with optimum peace when sleeping.
The unit operates quietly while in auto mode - so you won't lose your sleep
Uses Washable Advanced Odor Control carbon filters which should be cleaned every after 14 days; these pre-filters are permanent.
Features easy-to-change filters that will need to be replaced after 6-to-8 months or depending on the use of the product. In fact, these 3 filters can be easily accessed by pressing a lock and release button
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.
Features an auto-mode that automatically captures and eliminates 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as 0.3-microns.
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.
Features an ultra-quiet sleep mode uses the lowest speed-setting in-order to ensure optimum silence when you’re sleeping at night.
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.
Uses 63-watts when operating on the highest speed-setting and it use 33-watts when running on the lowest speed setting.
70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz
Energy Star Certified because it meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US-EPA
Yes it is energy star certified
Controls include: A timer-set button, UV-C ON/OFF Button, Fan-speed button, Power on/off button and a filter-reset button. Modes include; the fan-speed mode, UV-C mode and ultra-quiet sleep mode.
(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.
Features a filter replacement reminder that alerts you when it’s time to replace the filters. However, its only one single filter that needs to be replaced every 6-8 months
Has a filter replacement reminder which notifies you when it’s time to replace air filters.
Uses less energy even with long-hours of performance and it is also very affordable.
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.
It is very affordable compared to most air-purifier models within its range.
Yes, it is one of the best affordable air purifiers on the market.
It is perfect for allergy sufferers including Asthmatic People because of its UV-C light technology that works with Titanium Dioxide to reduce airborne bacteria, viruses, germs and mold-spores
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
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.
All the filters in this device require a replacement every 6-to-8 months
Both the Carbon filter and True HEPA filter last up to 12 months.
Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.
Tower design – fits in small spaces
Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System
28-inch tall with a small footprint coupled with a lightweight body
15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in
10.55 pounds
15.4 lbs
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