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IQAir HealthPro Plus VS. Germ Guardian AC5250PT

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Winner:

IQAir HealthPro Plus

Reasons to buy IQAir HealthPro Plus:

  • button icon Very powerful filtration system
  • button icon Wide room coverage of up to 1,125 Sq ft
  • button icon Eliminates smells and chemicals from the air
  • button icon Air filters last for a long time
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Runners Up:

Germ Guardian AC5250PT

Reasons to buy Germ Guardian AC5250PT :

  • button icon Affordable
  • button icon Ideal for allergic people
  • button icon Great for pet households
  • button icon Effective on litter box odors & other weird odors
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

IQAir HealthPro Plus

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
  • WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS
USABILITY
DRAW :
SAFETY
WINNER :

IQAir HealthPro Plus

  • CHILD LOCK
  • OZONE FREE
APPEARANCE
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Comparison Winner
IQAir HealthPro Plus

Reasons why we like it:

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
  • WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS
  • REMOTE CONTROL
  • CHILD LOCK
  • OZONE FREE
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COMPARISON – IQAir HealthPro Plus VS. Germ Guardian AC5250PT

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Uses a HyperHEPA Filtration system which is proven and certified to trap and remove almost all airborne pollutants (ultrafine) of size 0.003 microns in size at 99.97% efficiency

Yes

HEPA Filter that captures and removes up to 99.97% of allergens and other particles as small as 0.3-microns such as household dust, pet-dander, mold-spores and plant-pollens.

TIMER

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Features: (1) Time & Day Settings - set current time and day settings, (2) Automatic Timer ''Day-of-the-Week-Timer'' - deactivate Timer ON period on particular days of the week, (3) Timer ON / OFF (4) Speed Selection - it allows you to set fan speed for the Timer ON period.

Yes

Comes with an inbuilt-timer that can be set from 1-to-8 hours depending on how long you want this device to purify your room air before it shuts down.

FOR LARGE ROOMS

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Yes, its room coverage is 1,125 Sq.ft

No

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

The V5 Cell Filter (F2) is strong enough to capture and remove Cigarette odor from your room

Yes

Uses an activated charcoal filter to capture and eliminate common odors including cigarette smoke odors.

ROOM SIZE AND AIRFLOW

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Room size coverage is 1125 Sq.ft and It Delivers up to 780 cfm while at the lowest setting which consumes 27 watts. But when set at the highest speed - it will consume 215 watts.

Yes

Room coverage is up to “180Sq.ft.” CARD rating; CADR Smoke - 116, CADR Pollen 128, CADR Dust - 126

FIGHTS GERMS

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

HyperHEPA filtration technology is tailored for superior airborne particle removal. It is the only air purifier that removes ultrafine particles by 90%

Yes

Uses optional UV-C light technology that works along with Titanium Dioxide to eliminate airborne germs like; staph, influenza, pneumonia and rhinovirus

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Since it can trap and eliminate pollutants as small as 0.003 micron in size - it can easily capture and remove dust mites

Yes

Uses a True HEPA Filter to capture and remove up to 99.97% of dust mites. Additionally, it also features a Pre-filter that helps to capture large dust particles.

REMOVES PET DANDER

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

HyperHEPA filtration technology can capture and remove 99.97% of pet dander. So if you leave with pets, worry no more about Pet Dander

Yes

Uses a Pre-filter with an activated carbon layer to capture and remove pet-odors within your home hence making it a perfect appliance for pet-owners.

GETS RID OF POLLEN

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Is good at eliminating pollen before it enters the air you breathe. So if you have Asthma – this is the right air purifier for you.

Yes

Uses a True HEPA Filter to trap and eliminate pollen and other allergy-triggers within your home.

REMOVES SMOKE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Reacts very well to smoke of all types; It could be smoke from the kitchen, bush fire or tobacco smoke

Yes

Uses an integrated Pre-filter and Charcoal-filter to trap and eliminate cooking-smoke, cigarette-smoke and other types of smoke that may accumulate within your home

REMOVES MOLD

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Yes, it does remove mold effectively.

Yes

Uses a Hepa-Filter to capture up to 99.97% of allergens including mold. It also uses Pet Pure which is an antimicrobial agent added to the filter to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and odor-causing bacteria on the surface of the filter.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Traps and removes allergens by 99.97%. The HyperHEPA filter system is tailored to eliminate all sorts of allergens including ultra-fine particles that are smaller than 0.1 microns

Yes

Uses a Hepa-Filter to remove 99.97% of allergens and other particles 0.3 microns from your home. This actually makes it a perfect home-appliance for allergy sufferers.

QUIET OPERATION

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Has an average of 7% less sound across various fan speeds. It will operate quietly without reducing on its filter life and performance

Yes

Operates quietly even when operating at the highest speed-setting. Also features an ultra-quiet sleep mode that operates at the lowest setting to provide you with optimum peace when sleeping.

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

You can wash or vacuum them to remove dust. The PreMax Pre-Filter traps large particles – so cleaning it once a week maintains the performance of the unit.

No

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Air filters are well positioned at the back of the purifier making it very easy to remove and replace them.

Yes

Features easy-to-change filters that will need to be replaced after 6-to-8 months or depending on the use of the product. In fact, these 3 filters can be easily accessed by pressing a lock and release button

AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

It monitors and purifies air every after a few minutes. That is why it is a medical grade air purifier.

Yes

Features an auto-mode that automatically captures and eliminates 99.97% of dust and allergens as small as 0.3-microns.

SLEEP MODE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
No

Yes

Features an ultra-quiet sleep mode uses the lowest speed-setting in-order to ensure optimum silence when you’re sleeping at night.

WATTAGE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

27 Watts (on Fan Speed 1), 53 Watts (on Fan Speed 2) , 92 Watts (on Speed 3), 121 Watts (on Fan Speed 4) , 154 Watts (on Fan Speed 5) 215 Watts (on Fan Speed 6) and 1 Watt when the unit is on standby.

Yes

Uses 63-watts when operating on the highest speed-setting and it use 33-watts when running on the lowest speed setting.

ENERGY STAR

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

It uses only 27 watts at lowest speed and 215 watt max at highest speed - thus save you lots of power.

Yes

Energy Star Certified because it meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US-EPA

IQAir HealthPro Plus

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Sophisticated controls include: Programmable operating options, Filter-life monitoring, Color-coded lights

Yes

Controls include: A timer-set button, UV-C ON/OFF Button, Fan-speed button, Power on/off button and a filter-reset button. Modes include; the fan-speed mode, UV-C mode and ultra-quiet sleep mode.

FILTER REPLACEMENT REMINDER

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

The PreMax Filter Life LED - notifies you of the status of the PreMax filter while the HyperHEPA filter Life LED - notifies you on when to replace the HyperHEPA filter.

Yes

Features a filter replacement reminder that alerts you when it’s time to replace the filters. However, its only one single filter that needs to be replaced every 6-8 months

ECONOMICAL

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Uses less power yet its air filters last longer so you won't spend any money soon buying air filters.

Yes

Uses less energy even with long-hours of performance and it is also very affordable.

AFFORDABLE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
No

Yes

It is very affordable compared to most air-purifier models within its range.

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

This is number one choice for allergy sufferers. It has received recognition for its ability to reduce allergens and other air contaminants

Yes

It is perfect for allergy sufferers including Asthmatic People because of its UV-C light technology that works with Titanium Dioxide to reduce airborne bacteria, viruses, germs and mold-spores

ALEXA COMPATIBLE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
No

No

REMOTE CONTROL

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

You can easily adjust fan speed, program the unit and set schedules with a remote control.

No

FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

PreMax Filter: 18 Months & V5-Cell: 2 Years & HyperHEPA Filter: 4 Years

Yes

All the filters in this device require a replacement every 6-to-8 months

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Features control panel keys that can be locked to prevent tampering with settings. You can easily lock or unlock the control panel keys by pressing both the MENU & ENTER Keys simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

No

OZONE FREE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

It does not emit off ozone gases and harmful chemicals to the environment – this makes it safe for every home.

No

IQAir HealthPro Plus

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

Premium design with an EvenFlow Diffuser and a triple-seal technology which eliminates air leakage

Yes

Tower design – fits in small spaces

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

16 x 15 x 28 inches

Yes

28-inch tall with a small footprint coupled with a lightweight body

WEIGHT

IQAir HealthPro Plus
Germ Guardian AC5250PT
Yes

35 pounds

Yes

10.55 pounds

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