CATEGORY : Air Purifiers

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB 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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Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB

Reasons to buy Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB :

  • button icon Whisper quiet operation
  • button icon Automatic off set timer – 8 hours
  • button icon Easy filter replacement through indicator lights alert
  • button icon Up to 4 fan speed – low, medium, high and turbo
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PERFORMANCE
DRAW :
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
  • AFFORDABLE
  • REMOTE CONTROL
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COMPARISON – Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB VS. Winix 5500 2

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Uses true hepa filtration system – minimizes air borne particles indoors. Captures 99.97% of unwanted particles to a size of 0.3 microns. Also has active carbon filters for odor and larger particles.

Yes

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

TIMER

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Automatic turn off 8 hour timer. Schedule the time for 8 hours of nonstop air cleaning. Shuts down immediately 8 hours elapse.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

For large rooms within 500 square feet. Will provide 4.8 times air filtration every hour. Suitable for small to large sized rooms within this coverage.

No

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Activated carbon filter removes cigarette odor – can also remove other odors like pet odor, cooking, toilet etc. Makes air comfortable to inhale.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

500 square feet room size coverage with 315 of smoke, 325 of dust and 401 of pollen. clean air from all angles of air purifier.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Fights indoor germs – kills 99.97% of germs, bacteria and viruses as tiny as 0.3 microns. Leaves no rooms for germs to live in.

Yes

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

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Captures and removes small and larger particles of dust mites. Dust mites commonly lead to nasal congestion and throat irritation when people breathe them in.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Directly removes pet dander- pet dander usually all over indoors can lead to discomfort and bad relationship with pets like dogs, cats 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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Gets rid of plant pollen – pollen falls from grass, trees and other plants. Enters indoors through open windows, ventilators and carried by people. Harmful to body – watery eyes, respiratory congestion and itchiness.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes smoke – gathers fireplace, wildfire, cooking and cigarette smoke into the filter. Smoke can choke and make people sick.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Removes indoor mold within its room coverage. Mold fungi grow in damp and low temperature places.

Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Active carbon and hepa filter traps allergens. Captures 0.3 microns of allergen and bigger. Saves you from getting attacks caused by allergen exposure.

Yes

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

QUIET OPERATION

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Whisper quiet operation – lowest on the minimum speed level. Low noise level is approximately 43 to 44 dbA for calm cleaning.

Yes

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

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Maintain effectiveness by washing pre-filters. Removes dirt clogged onto pre-filter. Dry first before placing it back into device.

Yes

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

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Simple to replace – each filter as its own time for replacement. Remove particular filter out of device, insert in net filter. Shut device and switch it 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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Sleep mode – saves energy as the device cleans at minimal noise level. Sleep gently without any loud noise.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Maximum wattage is approximately 104 watt on turbo mode. Uses minimum wattage on low and other speed levels to save energy

Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

ENERGY STAR

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Has been approved by energy star. Meets the standard set for power usage and consumes within the set standard.

Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Built with various controls and modes that make it clean effectively. Has a sleep mode, 2 filter replacement indicator, 4 fan speeds plus Turbo settings and electronic controls.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

2 separate filter lights – each light will indicator when it’s time to change a certain filter. Indicates when the hepa filter or carbon pre-filter requires replacement.

Yes

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

ECONOMICAL

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Economical even when used 24/7 days a week. Certified by energy star not to consume sky levels of electricity.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
No

Yes

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

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Eliminates larger and tiny particles that cause asthma. Maintains clean air that is suitable for asthmatic people. Reduces constant use of steam inhalers.

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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
No

No

REMOTE CONTROL

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
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

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Change hepa filter after 12 months. Carbon filter can be changed after 3 months. Filter replacement maintains durability and efficiency of air purifier.

Yes

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

Winix 5500 2

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
No

No

OZONE FREE

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Breathe in safe air always. No ozone released into the air. Does not use UV lights or produce ions.

Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

Compact and built in handles – helps in easy transportation of device. Fits perfectly in most storage spaces and matches interior decor.

Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

10 x 20.5 x 24 inches

Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

WEIGHT

Whirlpool Whispure AP51030KB
Winix 5500 2
Yes

20.5 pounds

Yes

15.4 lbs

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