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Winix 5500 2 VS. AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

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AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

Reasons to buy AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier:

  • button icon Wide area coverage of 1, 560 sq. Ft
  • button icon Minimum Noise Level:22 dB, Maximum Noise Level:55 dB
  • button icon Low power consumption
  • button icon It automatically detects & eliminates air pollutants
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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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PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
USABILITY
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SAFETY
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APPEARANCE
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AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

Reasons why we like it:

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
  • ALEXA COMPATIBLE
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COMPARISON – Winix 5500 2 VS. AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Uses a True HEPA air filtration system to remove 99.97% of air contaminants. Its Max2 filter is a combination of activated carbon & True HEPA filter

TIMER

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Has a Timer and Scheduler. You can use Coway mobile application to program the purifier. Airmega will always remember the settings on the mobile app

FOR LARGE ROOMS

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
No

Yes

Room coverage is 1560 sq.ft. It is the best for large rooms. It will also clean air in other rooms including the kitchen.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Can get rid of all strong odors including cigarette smoke & smell. This unit is designed to keep your indoor air cleaner.

ROOM SIZE AND AIRFLOW

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA 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

Yes

Covers a room size of up to 1560 Sq.ft. So any room size within that rage can be covered.

FIGHTS GERMS

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

It combines Max2 filter, True HEPA filter and carbon filter to trap and eliminate germs.

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Eliminates dust mites. Dust mites can hide in carpets where most of the dirt is found.

REMOVES PET DANDER

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

The True HEPA filters will capture 99.97% of all airborne particles including pet dander that comes from your pets.

Yes

It gets rid of pet dander easily - thus improve the relationship between you and your pet.

GETS RID OF POLLEN

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

The True HEPA Filter will get rid of pollen thus save you from pollen related allergies such as flu, sneezing and blocked nose.

Yes

Is smart enough to detect and remove pollen.When you breathe in pollen-heavy air, you may get reactions such as; Sneezing, Nasal congestion and Runny nose.

REMOVES SMOKE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Removes any type of smoke from the house thus make the air cleaner and safer to breathe. The smoke could be from the kitchen or cigarette

REMOVES MOLD

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

Yes

Captures and removes mold. Mold is a form of fungus - Being exposed to a moldy environment can cause health issues such as: Nasal stuffiness, eye irritation..etc

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

The combination of Max2 True HEPA Filter with a carbon filter ensures that 99.97% of allergens and germs are removed from the air.

QUIET OPERATION

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Operates quietly yet effectively. Its Minimum noise level is 22 dB while its Maximum noise level is 55 dB.

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Pre-filters can be washed once they get dirty. You will see the alert for cleaning pre-filters.

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Open the device on the sides; remove that Max2 Air Filter once it requires replacement – then close the machine

AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Is very smart and sensitive to air contaminants. When in sleep mode, the sensors will be on guard waiting for any pollutants.

SLEEP MODE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Has an automatic sleep mode feature which detects clean air in the room - thus put the device to a sleep mode.

WATTAGE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

Yes

Uses 64 watts, however when it’s on standby, it consumes 0.2 watts (so your power bills won't skyrocket). Source:- Energystar.gov;

ENERGY STAR

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Yes

Is energy star certified.

AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Comes with various controls and modes that determine its functionality. It features AUTO mode, ECO mode and a SLEEP mode which is fully automatic.

FILTER REPLACEMENT REMINDER

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Connect the unit with your phone using Coway Mobile Application - It will always send filter replacement reminders to your phone

ECONOMICAL

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

It is energy star certified - you won't burn money on power bills even when the unit operates 24hrs/7 days a week.

AFFORDABLE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

No

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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

Yes

It removes 99.97% of air pollutants. You won’t find any use for steam inhalers any more once you have AirMega in your house.

ALEXA COMPATIBLE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
No

Yes

Can be controlled with Alexa Voice Control Device. However, if you don’t have Alexa, download the Coway Mobile app to enable you gain control with a Smartphone

REMOTE CONTROL

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
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.

Yes

Can be controlled with Coway mobile app which is available for both ios & Android smart phones

FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

The life span of Airmega's filter is 12 months . However the life span of Max2 filter is highly determined on how often you use the unit.

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
No

No

OZONE FREE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

Yes

Comes with various controls and modes that determine its functionality. It features AUTO mode, ECO mode and a SLEEP mode which is fully automatic.

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

Yes

Compact and premium design – it will fit in a small space within your room.

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

Yes

14.8 X 14.8 X 22.8 Inches

WEIGHT

Winix 5500 2
AIRMEGA 400s HEPA Air Purifier
Yes

15.4 lbs

Yes

24.7 pounds

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