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Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002 VS. Winix 5500 2

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Winix 5500 2

Reasons to buy Winix 5500 2:

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  • 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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Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002

Reasons to buy Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002 :

  • button icon Automatic dust sense technology
  • button icon Built in timer with an automatic turn off
  • button icon Designed for large rooms
  • button icon Air quality indicator bar with particle count – low, medium and high
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PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

Winix 5500 2

  • FIGHTS GERMS
  • WATTAGE
  • ENERGY STAR
USABILITY
WINNER :

Winix 5500 2

  • AFFORDABLE
  • REMOTE CONTROL
  • FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE
SAFETY
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APPEARANCE
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Comparison Winner
Winix 5500 2

Reasons why we like it:

  • FIGHTS GERMS
  • WATTAGE
  • ENERGY STAR
  • AFFORDABLE
  • REMOTE CONTROL
  • FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE
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COMPARISON – Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002 VS. Winix 5500 2

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Has Hepa media filter system – gathers 99% of unwanted particles as small as 0.3 microns. Coordinates with activated carbon filter for detailed purification.

Yes

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

TIMER

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Built in timer with automatic shut off. Can be scheduled for 2, 4 and 8 hours. Goes off automatically after set time to save energy. Powers off even when no one is home.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Cleans large rooms within 310 square feet. Circulates air about every 12 minutes in homes and offices.

No

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Activated carbon filter removes odor. Eliminates odor and other smells indoors. Lessens cigarette, food and any other 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Room size is 310 square feet in coverage. Delivers airflow of 200 ADR within this range. Able to make some air changes every hour.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Eliminates dust mites after detection. Saves you from dust irritation such as sneezing, nasal congestion 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Hepa media removes pet dander – flecks such as pet dead skin, hairs etc. Conducive living relationships in homes with cats, dogs, birds 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Filters in all sizes of pollen. Air congested with plant pollen leads to respiratory congestions and other pollen 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes all smoke kinds – reduces, cooking, cigarette, outdoor etc smoke. Inhaled smoke causes lung, heart and other complications.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Catches and removes mold. Contact to mold fungus is unsafe to young and old people. Leads to health problems such as body irritation

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Powerful 2 stage filtration traps allergens. Catches all sizes of allergens indoors and leaves 99.97% of air purified.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Silence technology – delivers quiet air purification for both day and night cleaning.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Pre-filter can be washed – take it out and wash with water to remove unwanted particles. Washing pre-filters extends its life and 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Hassle free filters replacement. Simply take out the old filter in a few seconds. Place the new filter in its place. Close the device 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Dust sensor air quality indicator bar – automatically changes colours to alert you it’s cleaning depending on level of particles in your air. Display particle count of low, medium and high quality.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Sleep minimizes the noise level of the device. Purifies at quiet mode for a restful sleep. You will only hear your breath as you enjoy 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Winix 5500 2

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

In built with some controls and modes that makes it highly effective. Has an Auto shut off, sleep mode, Auto mode and easy to use control panel.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Filter replacement indicator – remind every user once it reaches time to replace filters. Will alert for both Hepa media and activated carbon odor filter.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Does not consume a lot of energy – economical to operate on full time basis. Energy bills will not scare you from using it 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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Reduces on chances of using steam inhalers. Eliminates 99.97% of asthmatic causing particles i.e. dust mites, pollen, smoke, odor etc.

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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

No

REMOTE CONTROL

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
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

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
No

No

OZONE FREE

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Ozone free – does not produce ozone, UV or ions. Breathe in clean and fresh air every day.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Compact and up to date design – modern designed air purifier. Matches with the interior decor and fits in any given storage space.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

23.5 x 16.9 x 20.7 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Oreck Air Response Air Purifier WK16002
Winix 5500 2
Yes

13.8 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

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