Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a TrueHEPA-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 HPA300 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

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a Carbon Pre-filter that reduces on common odors and removes 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

AHAM-Verified for use in rooms up to 390sq.ft. It even features 360-degree air-intake grills 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Captures most airborne-germs such as bacteria and virus using an advanced TrueHEPA-Filter.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses a True HEPA filter to capture up-to 99.97% of dust-mites and other airborne-pollutants.

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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Its True HEPA filter captures up-to 99.97% of pet-dander to help you 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Its carbon pre-filter that helps to remove smoke and other household-odors so as 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The HEPA-filter captures up-to 99.97% of microscopic-pollutants including mold-spores.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

On the lowest-speed-setting, this device makes a nice white-noise coupled with a soft blue night light which 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It comes with 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This unit can be set to the lowest-speed-setting in-order to produce a simple white-noise 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses about 90watts on low-speed, 145watts on medium-speed and 189watts on high-speed. However, Its power-consumption-rate will continue to decrease as less air passes through the filters.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

CONTROLS AND MODES

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a control-dial that switches between 3-fan-speeds of high, medium and low. It even 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It’s 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It’s somehow affordable yet it can purify air within a reasonable room-size.

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Captures up to 99.97% of microscopic-allergens down to 0.3-microns and this makes 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Honeywell HPA300 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

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a long-life HEPA filter that should be replaced within 3-to-5 years. Additionally, 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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

OZONE FREE

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

It does not produce any harmful-ozone which makes it safe for use in any home.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

DESIGN

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

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

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a dimension of: 18"L X 18"W X 19"H. It also has a black, circular housing made of durable ABS-Plastic with a handle and simple-stands.

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Honeywell HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

21-lbs which make it a bit heavy to lift and carry for movement.

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 HPA300 HEPA Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

Winix 5500 2