Germguardian Ac4100-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Germguardian Ac4100 VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It comes with a HEPA-Filter that captures 99.97% of dust and airborne-allergens as small as 0.3-microns at an efficiency of 99.97%.

Yes

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

TIMER

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The charcoal pre-filter helps to capture and reduce common odors within your home including; cigarette-odor.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit is designed for use in smaller rooms with sizes of up-to 78sq.ft. Additionally, it takes in polluted-air at the back and then gives-off purified-air at the front.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It uses UVC-light technology coupled with Titanium Dioxide to kill airborne germs, bacteria and viruses.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Its HEPA filter can trap and eliminate 99.97% of dust-mites and other airborne-pollutants. Likewise, its charcoal pre-filter will capture large dust-particles.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses a HEPA-filter to trap and eliminate pet-dander down to 0.3-microns at an efficiency of 99.97%.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit can effectively remove pollen from your house using a HEPA-filter.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses a charcoal pre-filter to capture large-particles and to eliminate smoke caused by cooking and cigarettes.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses UVC-light technology and a HEPA-Filter to kill and prevent the growth mold-spores within your home-environment.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It uses a HEPA Filter to capture and eliminate 99.97% of Allergens and other airborne-pollutants as small as 0.3-microns.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The 3-speed-control includes a low-speed-setting that runs an ultra-quiet level making this unit perfect for use in the bedroom and office areas.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

You just have to remove the back-panel to access and change the filters without needing any professional help.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This device uses less than 40-watts on the highest speed-setting and less than 8-watts on the low speed-setting. it even features a voltage of 120V at 60Hz.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit is energy-star rated for its minimal power-consumption at a low fan-speed.

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

CONTROLS AND MODES

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features an easy-to-use, round front dial knob control for adjusting to 3 fan-speeds coupled with a filter-change-indicator & UV-C light on/off-button.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

There is a filter change indicator that will help to remind you when to replace the filters.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It won't have a negative-impact on your electricity-bills even if you run it 24×7 because of its low power-consumption.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This device is very affordable and equipped with some great features you will ever find on an entry-level air-purifier.

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It uses a HEPA-filter to reduce on dust and airborne-allergens down to 0.3-microns making it ideal for use by asthmatic-people.

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

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

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The Charcoal Pre-filter and HEPA filter should be replaced after 6-to-9 months of use while the UV-light/ PCO-filter should be replaced after 10-to-12 months of use.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

OZONE FREE

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This device can purify room-air without producing harmful-ozone because it uses advanced technologies like; UV-C light.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

DESIGN

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a compact and lightweight speaker-like design with a round front dial knob control coupled with air-inlets at the back and air-outlets at the front.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features dimensions of: 7.5"L x 6.38"W x 10.38"H coupled with a box, compact multi-color body made of durable ABS-Plastic.

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Germguardian Ac4100

Winix 5500 2

Yes

4.85-pounds which make it very lightweight and easy to carry or move.

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 TIMER WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES SLEEP MODE
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY	DRAW :
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Germguardian Ac4100 VS. Winix 5500 2

Winix 5500 2