Honeywell HPA030B-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Honeywell HPA030B VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Hepa filter – captures microscopic allergens to a size of 0.3 microns and larger. Traps them in the filter and leaves indoor air totally clean.

Yes

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

TIMER

Honeywell HPA030B

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Built for medium to large sized rooms. Coverage is 170 square feet. Distributes air up to 5 times in just one hour.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes every kind of cigarette odor and smell. Eliminates tobacco, smoke particles and others clogged indoors to a size of 0.1-4 microns.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Covers a room size of approximately 170 square feet. Any room size within this scope will be covered including kitchen, living room and bedroom

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Fights germs to a size of 0.05-60 microns of bacteria and viruses. Combines hepa and activated carbon filter to remove 99.97% of germs.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes dust mites easily – these mites can cause wheezing, cough and asthma if not eliminated from their hiding places.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Gets rid of pet dander - makes it easy to live with pets such as dogs, cats, birds etc pet dander are tiny particles that fall off from the skins of 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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Searches and gets rid of every kind of pollen. Pollen falls from plants and can cause pollen allergy in children and adults.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes tobacco, fireplace and cooking smoke common indoors. Leaves the air safer and healthier to breath for all ages.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes mold in a few minutes. Humidity, leaking walls and floods are common causes of mold. Save yourself and others from skin irritation and allergy.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses three speed levels to trap allergens. Traps both larger and microscopic allergens from indoor air.

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 HPA030B

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

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The pre-filters are washable. Use clean water to wipe off the dirty particles on it. Dry it completely before inserting it back.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

No tools required - Open the device from where the filter is located. Carefully take out the old and insert in the new filter and then power it on.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Detects airborne particles automatically. Starts cleaning depending on the speed set by you.

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 HPA030B

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

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

On highest speed setting, it consumes about 54 watts. This level will not cause alarming power bills.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has been certified by energy star. Consumes the right amount of energy.

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

CONTROLS AND MODES

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Constructed with easy to use controls – single touch Led control panel and three speed levels.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a filter replacement light reminder – no need to worry about when to replace your filter. This will remind and keep you alert.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Passed the energy star qualities and certified. Runs without consuming a lot of energy. No need to worry about bills even when used full time.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Well priced below $150

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Traps and destroys 99.97% air pollutants. Asthmatic people will not find much use in their inhalers with this air purifier. Leaves air clean from airborne particles that trigger asthma.

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Honeywell HPA030B

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 HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Hepa filter has a long life – replacement after 6 months depending on usage. Pre-filter should be replaced after every 3 months.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

OZONE FREE

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Ozone free - No amounts of ozone released in the air. Doesn’t produce ion or UV

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

DESIGN

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Slim, tall and unique design – its stands different from other filters. Will look extraordinarily beautiful along other interior decor.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

8.5 x 9.5 x 26 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Honeywell HPA030B

Winix 5500 2

Yes

10 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	DRAW :
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY	DRAW :
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Honeywell HPA030B VS. Winix 5500 2

Winix 5500 2