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Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

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Winix 5500 2

Reasons to buy Winix 5500 2:

  • button icon Best Bang For Your Buck
  • button icon Great Performance - Clears up Allergies
  • button icon Can filter farts and all bad odors
  • button icon It is a very solid unit - Durable
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Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier

Reasons to buy Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier :

  • button icon Whisper-quiet operation
  • button icon Sleek and space saving design
  • button icon Customizable fan speed
  • button icon Change filters indicators
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PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Winix 5500 2

  • AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES
  • SLEEP MODE
USABILITY
WINNER :

Winix 5500 2

  • AFFORDABLE
  • REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY
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APPEARANCE
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Comparison Winner
Winix 5500 2

Reasons why we like it:

  • AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES
  • SLEEP MODE
  • AFFORDABLE
  • REMOTE CONTROL
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COMPARISON – Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Hepa filter system – collects and traps 99.97% of unwanted particles. Works with charcoal filter to eliminate odors and ore-cleanse air. Add ionizer option for further air freshening.

Yes

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

TIMER

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Automated sleep timer – lets you schedule cleaning time from 1 – 7 hours before it automatically switches off. Will power off after cleaning without your intervention.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

For large rooms within 317 square feet. Perfect for large rooms within range – living rooms, offices, kitchens and bedrooms

No

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Traps and pre-cleans cigarette and household odor. Gathers odor from the air and locks into the filter. Freshens the air from pet, cooking, cigarette and smoke odor.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Room size of 317 square feet – great CADR rate of 205 of smoke, 229 of dust and 251 of pollen within this range. Able to make up to 5 times an hour of air changes.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Fights germs – removes bacteria, viruses and other microscopic organism harmful to people. Kills germs on both surfaces and air indoor.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Eliminates dust mites – has a powerful CADR 229 of dust mites from carpets and other surfaces. Delivers you from sneezing, nasal congestion caused by dust mites.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes pet dead skin, hairs and other flecks. Ideal for homes with cats, dogs, birds etc that produce pet dander.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Gets rid of pollen – gathers tiny particles of plant pollen from indoor air. Uses a CADR of 252 to trap grass, tree and other pollens.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes every kind of smoke indoors. Uses a CADR of 205 to trap smoke. Smoke causes teary and red eyes, nasal congestion, heart and lung failures.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes different colors of mold – back, orange, green etc. Mold causes sickness and destroys walls and floors.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Traps allergens – antigen if eaten or inhaled triggers asthmatic reactions. Uses 3 stage filtration systems to trap allergens down to a size of 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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Whisper quiet operation – produces less than 29 decibels when on the lowest speed. Enjoy a peaceful home and office environment as it freshens air.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Clean pre-filter after a period of usage. Washing removes particles stuck on it. Maintains durability and effectiveness.

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Open this air purifier; carefully take out the filters inside. Place it aside or bin it. Insert the new filter and close device. Turn it on and cleanse air.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Rated with an average level of 62 wattage. Uses fewer watts at lowest speed mode to save on energy levels.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Energy star certified – approved to meet the standards of power usage for air purifiers consumes 40% of less energy. Will not lead to skyrocketing bills even when used full time.

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Features a fully customized control settings – automatic sleep timer, optional ionizer, fan speed, filter change indicator and easy to operate buttons.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Has a hepa and pre-filter change indicators – each will alert once it’s time to change filters. Eliminates guesswork of which filter to change or not change.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Economical to maintain – energy star certified to consume minimal energy levels. Power bills will not be so expensive regardless of air quality and usage.

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Has a 2 stage ultra effective filtration system. Freshness indoor air from airborne tiny and large particles that trigger asthma in people. Improves air quality 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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

No

REMOTE CONTROL

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

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

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

N/A

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
No

No

OZONE FREE

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Ozone free – will not produce any harmful particles. Safe to breathe indoors for all ages of people.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Sleek and space saving option – air purifier has the ability to either be placed while standing or laying down. Place it depending on available storage space. Stands or lays perfectly along other indoor interior.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

9.49" L x 22" W x 18.58" H

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Kenmore 3283396 3 Stage HEPA Filtration Air Purifier
Winix 5500 2
Yes

20 pounds only

Yes

15.4 lbs

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