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Winix 5500 2 VS. Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

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Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

Reasons to buy Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier:

  • button icon Wide room coverage of up to 1100 Sq.Ft
  • button icon Customizable appearance and performance
  • button icon Operates quietly while on low setting
  • button icon Very effective on Pet Dander, Allergens, Smoke, Odor & Dust
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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 :

Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
USABILITY
WINNER :

Winix 5500 2

  • REMOTE CONTROL
SAFETY
WINNER :

Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

  • CHILD LOCK
APPEARANCE
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Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

Reasons why we like it:

  • FOR LARGE ROOMS
  • CHILD LOCK
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COMPARISON – Winix 5500 2 VS. Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

PERFORMANCE

HEPA FILTER

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

4 types of HEPA filters: (1) HEPA PURE - for dust and allergens. (2) HEPA SILVER - for germs, mold and asthma. (3) HEPA FRESH PLUS - for smoke, cigarette smoke, VOCs and heavier chemicals. (4) HEPA ODORCELL - for pet & diaper odor.

TIMER

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Set desired schedules on this unit. It will always remember when to filter air in your room.

FOR LARGE ROOMS

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
No

Yes

Has room coverage of 1100 Sq.ft when operating on Max Speed and 690 Sq.ft when on quiet operation.

REMOVES CIGARETTE ODOR

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

The HEPA-FRESHPLUS air filter will get rid of cigarette smoke.

ROOM SIZE AND AIRFLOW

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Room size coverage is 1,100 Sq.Ft. The CFM is 150 CFM on Low Speed and 286 CFM on the highest speed.

FIGHTS GERMS

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

The HEPA-SILVER air filter is the one which deals with germs and bacteria that contaminate the air you breathe

ELIMINATES DUST MITES

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Gets rid of dust mites using the HEAP-PURE air filter or the HEPA-SILVER

REMOVES PET DANDER

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Will capture pet dander the moment in shows up in your room thus relive you from pet dander allergies such as coughing and wheezing.

GETS RID OF POLLEN

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Uses 4 HEPA FILTERS - none of these will fail to remove pollen from the air you breathe, thus save you from pollen related allergies such as nasal congestion

REMOVES SMOKE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

The HEPA-FRESHPLUS is a very effective air filter - it deals with smoke, chemicals, VOCs and heavier chemicals. It will trap and remove smoke of any nature

REMOVES MOLD

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.

Yes

The HEPA-SILVER is the one in charge of trapping and getting rid of mold and germs that could make you sick.

TRAPS ALLERGENS

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

HEPA-PURE air filter traps and removes allergens on the first stage of air filtration

QUIET OPERATION

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Whisper-quiet operation when the purifier is at the lowest settings. However, when speed is increased some little noise will be hard.

WASHABLE PRE-FILTERS

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Has a washable Pre-filter which captures large particles, extending life of other filters in the unit.

EASY FILTER REPLACEMENT

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

YES – just take off the front panel and remove the old filter which requires replacement.

AUTOMATICALLY DETECTS AIRBORNE PARTICLES

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

With its intelligent sensors, the unit will automatically detect air contaminants, trap and remove them - thus make the air in your room clean.

SLEEP MODE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

The sleep mode is activated when you switch off lights in your room. This will put the unit into sleep.

WATTAGE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz

Yes

Power consumption - 105 watts while on the highest speed & Power supply - 120 Volts

ENERGY STAR

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

Yes it is energy star certified

Yes

It is energy start certified. It will save you both energy and money

Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

USABILITY

CONTROLS AND MODES

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Features the following controls and modes:- Auto Mode, Timer Button, Air Quality Feedback Light. Smartsensor, Ionizer And Filter Life Indicator

FILTER REPLACEMENT REMINDER

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

Has a filter replacement indicator. There’s no guess work when it comes to filter replacement and cleaning. Lifespan of new air filter is 8-9 months.

ECONOMICAL

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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 and it has an automatic mode sensor which auto detects dust & air pollutants

AFFORDABLE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

It is Worth The Money. Not too cheap but according to its functionality and area coverage – it is worth the price

IDEAL FOR ASTHMATIC PEOPLE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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

Uses a HEPA SILVER air filter to trap and remove germs, bacteria, dust, pollen and mold from air thus making it safe for asthmatic person to breathe.

ALEXA COMPATIBLE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
No

No

REMOTE CONTROL

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable 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.

No

FILTER LIFE - BASED ON USE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

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

Yes

8-9 months – when used for 12 hours per day.

Winix 5500 2

SAFETY

CHILD LOCK

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
No

Yes

Features child-friendly features which include; locking control panel & child-safe vent guard. This makes Alen and a good choice for homes with kids.

OZONE FREE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.

Yes

It does don’t emit bad gases that pollute the environment. This unit is very safe for your home, family and the entire environment.

Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier

APPEARANCE

DESIGN

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System

Yes

Innovative design wit 15 diverse panel options. Perfect for living rooms, bed rooms and kitchen

SIZE AND APPEARANCE

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in

Yes

10 x 17.8 x 26.8 inches

WEIGHT

Winix 5500 2
Alen BreatheSmart Customizable Air Purifier
Yes

15.4 lbs

Yes

21 pounds

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