Molekule Air Purifier-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – Molekule Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Makes use of a dual filtration system. Its Pre-filter will capture larger particles such as pet hair and dust while slowing down VOCs heading to PECO-filter. PECO-filter will break down viruses, VOCs, bacteria and other pollutants.

Yes

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

TIMER

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a room coverage of up to 600 square foot every single hour. Suitable for cleaning air in all the rooms

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Covers a room size of 600 square feet in an hour. Covers entirely rooms within this particular range.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Built with a scientifically proven Nanotechnology. Fights viruses, germs and bacteria at molecular level destroying 3.7 million bacteria in only 5 minutes.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Eliminates dust mites usually hidden in carpets.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Gets rid of pet dander without much effort. Makes homes and offices pet friendly

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Makes use of Nanotechnology to eliminate pollen. Air filled with pollen is dangerous to people with asthma and allergies.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

PECO clean air filtration system removes smoke and any other gaseous chemicals from the air. Leaves the air clean to breath from any form of smoke.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Wipes out up to 3.4 million black mold spores in only 50 minutes.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Dual filter combination with Nanotechnology traps and destroys 1 million allergens in just 4 minutes.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Runs extremely quite with its unique technology. Noise level ranges from 30 dBa silent mode – 55 dBa boost mode.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Comes with an auto refill program created for easy filter replacement. Lets your Molekule maintain efficiency.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses Nanotechnology to detect airborne particles to the size of 0.3 microns or smaller and removes them.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a Dark mode instead – switches off UV light for people that are sensitive to light while sleeping.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses 25 watts on silent mode, 35 watts on Auto mode and 80 watts on Boost mode.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Is energy star certified

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Molekule Air Purifier

CONTROLS AND MODES

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Built with a number of modes and controls that establish its effectiveness. Contains Dark mode, Silent mode, Auto mode and Boost mode.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Auto refill program which automatically sends to your doorstep filters after 6 months. You will need to sign for this program on My Molekule account first.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Is energy star certified – you will not spend a lot on power bills regardless of how long it purifies your air in a day.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has a 360 degree air intake – collects pollutants, bacteria, germs, pet dander and other particles from the air that could trigger an asthmatic attack.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Can be remotely controlled using Smartphone wifi connection. Download the molecule app for iPhone and Android.

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

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

The PECO filter has a countdown of 180 days while the Pr-filter life is 90 days. Filters can also be replaced when 0% is shown on filter status indicator

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

N/A

OZONE FREE

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

No ozone – will not emit ozone or any dangerous by-product into your air

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

Molekule Air Purifier

DESIGN

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Quality and compact design – easily fits in small spaces.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

27.8 x 11.4 x 11 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Molekule Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

28.1 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : Molekule Air Purifier FOR LARGE ROOMS
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 AFFORDABLE
SAFETY	WINNER : Molekule Air Purifier CHILD LOCK
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

Molekule Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2