NATURALIFE Air Purifier-vs-Winix 5500 2

COMPARISON – NATURALIFE Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2

HEPA FILTER

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

True Hepa filter – effective at removing airborne particles like germs, pollen, pet dander, smoke, dust and odor to the micro size of 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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Features a timer. Allows the device work for a specific period before it automatically power off or on.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Suitable for large rooms within the range of 376 square feet. Usually perfect for living rooms, kitchen and bedrooms.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes cigarette smoke and other odors. Uses an integrated ionizer to purify air from smoke

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has coverage of 376 square feet – 144 CFM of clean air delivery rate. Cleans small to large sized rooms completely within this given 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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Fights and kills germs – maximizes the True Hepa filter to kill up to 99.97% of germs. Keeps your home safe from air and food germs.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Abolishes dust mites – dust mites have common hiding places in homes such as carpets and cushion. Dust mites lead to sneezing and coughing among others.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Detects and right away removes pet dander. Pet dander is dead skin from pets like cats, birds, dogs etc.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Saves you from indoor pollen. Powerful Hepa filter searches and catches all pollen from your indoor air to a small size of 0.3 microns

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Removes smoke with the power of an integrated ionizer. Produces millions of negatively charged ions that force smoke to clump together and get eliminated.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Gets all mold and removes it instantly. Homes with leaks or humidity have mold fungus growing in them.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Uses True hepa filter to trap allergens. Allergen makes human bodies to respond abnormally causing allergies and asthma.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Sound almost unheard in the lowest speed setting.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Wash the pre filter whenever they get dirty or are clogged. Washing opens all the clogged pores on the filter to promote efficiency.

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Easy filter replacement – any adult can easily replace the filter. Take out the old and put in its place the new filter and power 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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Smart sensor automatically detects airborne particles. Analyzes the ambient air quality and then alters fan speed accordingly.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Whisper silent night mode – reduces the fan to the lowest speed and then switches of every indicator light. Provides uninterrupted sleep.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Power consumption is only 45 watts in total. You can choose the lower speed modes that work at lower wattage.

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Certified by Energy Star to be power saving

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

CONTROLS AND MODES

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Contains some controls and modes to maintain its helpfulness. Modes include Auto and sleep mode. Controls are 3 wind speeds and Smart sensor

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Filter replacement reminder – built with a flashing light that alerts you once there is a need for filter change.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Has been certified by energy star. Thus will not consume a lot of energy that is alarming even when used full time.

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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Priced below $200

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

99.97% big and small particle remover – 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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

REMOTE CONTROL

NATURALIFE 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

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Filter life is approximately 6 months. Might vary depending on air quality and usage.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

CHILD LOCK

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Child lock – activate this feature to prevent unwanted changes made to the air purifier. Suitable for living spaces with children.

OZONE FREE

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Does not use UV – Ozone free

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

DESIGN

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

Modern and smooth design – easily blends with most interior decor and available storage space

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

12.6”L X 8.3”W X20.6”H

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

NATURALIFE Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2

Yes

12 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

PERFORMANCE	WINNER : NATURALIFE Air Purifier FOR LARGE ROOMS
USABILITY	WINNER : Winix 5500 2 REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY	WINNER : NATURALIFE Air Purifier CHILD LOCK
APPEARANCE	DRAW :

NATURALIFE Air Purifier VS. Winix 5500 2