Honeywell 50250S-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Honeywell 50250S VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It features a HEPA-Filter that captures up to 99.97% of microscopic allergens down to 0.3-microns.

Yes

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

TIMER

Honeywell 50250S

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It uses a Carbon Pre-filter to reduce on common odors and to remove large-particles before they enter the HEPA-filter.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It’s AHAM-Verified for use in rooms up to 390sq.ft. It also features a 360-degree air-intake on the sides and an air-output at the top-section.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It can capture certain airborne-germs such as bacteria and virus using an advanced HEPA-Filter.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Its True HEPA filter can capture up-to 99.97% of dust-mites and other airborne-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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Its long-life True HEPA filter captures up to 99.97% of pet-dander so that you can live comfortably with pets.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It can remove 99.97% of pollen-particles using a TrueHEPA-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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a carbon pre-filter that helps to remove smoke and other household-odors in-order to keep your home smelling fresh.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This HEPA air-purifier captures up-to 99.97% of microscopic-pollutants including mold-spores.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This device uses a TrueHEPA-Filter to capture 99.97% of microscopic allergens down to 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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

When running on the lowest-setting, this device makes a nice white-noise coupled with a soft blue night light that is just perfect for sleepers.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Honeywell 50250S

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It features easy to replace filters that don't require any tools to change.

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

Honeywell 50250S

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It can be set to the lowest-speed-setting so as to generate a simple white-noise coupled with a soft blue night light.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It uses 90watts on low-speed, 145watts on medium-speed and 189watts on high-speed. However, the power-rating will continue to decrease as less air passes through the filters.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

CONTROLS AND MODES

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It features a control-dial that switches between 3-speed of high, medium and low. It also features electronic filter-change-indicators that can be reset.

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit is equipped with electronic filter-change-indicators that will let you know when it’s time to clean(vacuum) the HEPA-filter or when to change the pre-filter.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It a bit affordable yet it can clean-up air within a reasonable room-area.

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It can capture up to 99.97% of microscopic-allergens down to 0.3-microns making it ideal for use in homes with 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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Honeywell 50250S

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

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It has a long-life HEPA filter that should be replaced in 3-to-5 years. Likewise, its carbon pre-filter should be replaced every 3-months.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

OZONE FREE

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This air-purifier does not produce harmful-ozone making it safe for use in any home environment.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

DESIGN

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It features a circular-shape with controls at the top coupled with 360-degree air-intakes at the sides and air-outlets at the top.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a dimension of: 18"L X 18"W X 19"H. It also has a white, circular housing made of durable ABS-Plastic.

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Honeywell 50250S

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It weighs about 21-lbs which makes it a bit heavy to lift and carry to some people.

Yes

15.4 lbs

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

Honeywell 50250S VS. Winix 5500 2

Winix 5500 2