Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Makes use of Hepa filter to block out 99% of air pollutants to the size of 0.3 microns. Fulfils its main aim of indoor air purification.

Yes

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

TIMER

Hunter HT1701 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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Designed for large rooms with maximum coverage of 183 square feet. Suitable for both homes and offices indoor spaces.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Can get rid of every strong odors like cigarette smoke and odor. Has a bamboo activated charcoal Hepa filter that eliminates even harmful VOCs.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Covers a room size of up to 183 square feet. Thoroughly cleans air within room sizes in this range. Has a clean air deliver of up to 115 + in a short time.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

This device merges the power of Hepa filter and pre-filter to trap and eliminate germs, bacteria and viruses. Also prevents bacterial growth.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Captures and traps dust mites. Dust mites won’t easily be seen by naked eyes by have terrible health complications. Cause allergy like sneezing, congestion in nose etc.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes pet dander without much effort. Recommended for people with pets as it improves their relationships.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Detects and removes pollen to a tiny size of 0.3 microns. Areas with indoor and outdoor plants tend to have pollen such as trees, ragweed and grass pollen.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes smoke using carbon activated pre-filter. It captures multiple kinds of household smoke like smoke from kitchens, cigarettes and fire places.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes mold with 3 speed filtration levels. Identifies and eliminates mold fungi that triggers eye and body irritation and allergy.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Traps and removes allergens that trigger common allergies in children and adults. Traps both large and tiny allergens.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Washable ViRo-silver pre-filter – take it out and wash of the particles that make it dirty and less effective.

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Short steps in filter replacement. Switch off the air purifier, open it up, remove the old filter and insert in the new filter well. 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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Detects airborne particles with its advanced technology. Will start cleaning air immediately you switch it on.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses 50 watts on average, but when using higher speeds, it can consume up to 200 watts.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has been certified by Energy star

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

CONTROLS AND MODES

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Comes with limited controls and modes. Has a manual three speed control. Manually make changes on the air purifier.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

LED change filter indicators – operates by alerting you when it’s time to change each of the filters. Both the hepa and ViRo-Silver Pre-filter can be replaced.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Power bills and maintenance will not consume much of your money. Economical to use device 24 hours and 7 days.

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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Great price

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Eliminates asthmatic causing airborne particles. Destroys a tiny size 0f 0.3 microns or more hence ideal for 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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Hunter HT1701 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

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Pre-filter should be changed after 3 months depending on air quality and usage. The hepa filter can be changed after 12 – 18 months depending on use.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

OZONE FREE

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Built with limited manual controls that make it effective. Does not release harmful substances like ions and VOCs in the air.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

DESIGN

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Tower compact design – constructed with a handle plus a wrap around cord for simple storage. Handles simplifies moving it from one room to the next.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

10.6 x 6.9 x 27.2 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

9.9 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 TIMER QUIET OPERATION SLEEP MODE
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY	DRAW :
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Hunter HT1701 Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

Winix 5500 2