Holmes Hepa Air Purifier-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Holmes Hepa Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

99.97% Hepa filter airborne particle remover. Removes both large and smaller particles to the size of 0.3 microns. Its compatible with other filters like Total air, smoke grabber etc.

Yes

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

TIMER

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a coverage of up to 180 square feet. Perfect for large rooms within this range like kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, offices etc.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses a fortified trusted arm and hammer baking soda to remove cigarette odor. Makes indoor air free from cigarette odor and healthy for everyone.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Maximum room coverage of up to 180 square feet. Cleans air throughput this room coverage instantly.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Traps 99.97% of impurities like germs to the size of 2 microns in the home germs found in air and on surfaces will all be killed.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Eliminates dust mites – these tiny bugs are not healthy to live with. Have side effects like asthma, sneezing, chest tightness etc in both adults and children.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes 99.97% of pet dander – they arise from the skins of pets that have shed off and causes allergy. Suitable for people with pets like dogs, cats, birds and rodents.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Notices and gets rid of 99.95% of pollen. Removes pollen from grass, trees and ragweed pollen. Air filled with pollen is harmful.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses its optional ionizer to bind airborne all kinds of airborne smoke. Removes up to CADr 116 of smoke and odors from indoor air within a range of 180 square feet.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Destroys mold spores – areas indoors with high levels of humidity and water leaks produce mold. If not removed it leads to skin irritation and allergy.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Makes us of 99.97% true Hepa technology to trap allergens. Traps big and small particles like dust, pollen, dander and mold to the size of .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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Quiet operation – the fan is barely heard especially on the lowest speed settings.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Washable pre-filters – the grill of the air inlet can be washed when dirty. Endeavour to completely dry it before placing it back into the unit.

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Change filter in a few easy steps – first power off the device, take out old filter and replace in the new filter.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Automatically detects airborne particles. Starts cleaning air when switched on to remove all airborne particles.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Is energy certified – you can use it full time without worrying about the energy bills.

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

CONTROLS AND MODES

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Constructed with three speed and 2 control settings to maintain pure indoor air. Chose from the speed settings and dial the knobs to adjust performance.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Filter monitor – comes with an indicator light to alert you when it’s time to change the filter for maximum performance.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Does not consume a lot of electricity because it meets the standard of Energy Star power usage.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Yes – does not cost much compared to its effectiveness.

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Ideal for people with asthma – uses true hepa filter to capture 99.99% of particles that cause difficulty in breathing.

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

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

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

12 months is the filter life. However, this can vary depending on the quality of airborne particles and usage.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

OZONE FREE

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Ozone free – does not produce ozone’s to the atmosphere

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

DESIGN

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Slim oval tower design – it measures less than 3 feet tall and can fit in any small available space.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

11.1 x 8.2 x 28.3 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

11 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	DRAW :
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY	WINNER : Holmes Hepa Air Purifier CHILD LOCK
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Holmes Hepa Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2