Hello, can you please explain why for "Performance" the Luggable XL Ultra 7 is ranked #7 and its testing results were, "Top Speed PM1 CADR: 315 CFM" while the Coway Airmega 300 is ranked #29 and it's testing results were "Top Speed PM1 CADR: 352 CFM?" It seems like the Coway 300's PM1 CADR CFM of 352 is superior and it would therefore be ranked higher? IDK... Thanks!
Our performance score has a bias for Quiet PM1 CADR so performance when running on a fan speed lower than 45 decibels. This explains why the Luggable XL Ultra scores higher than the Coway 300.
The performance score is weighted across all our CADR estimates at Top and Sub-45db and third party CADR tests. So the combination of the higher top speed performance but lower sub 45 db score would account for it ranking above the Vital 200S.
To be fair to the Airmega 300, its performance at speed 2 is much better and is only just over the 45 dB limit (45.7 dB) and yet cleaned our test room in 28 minutes (approx 212 cfm.) Will be including this when we do a video review and will also update our current Coway 300 review on here.
At some point I do want to update this tool to break models into categories like small, medium and large as I have seen Consumer Reports do something similar and think it would be more useful - but also open to feedback on what you would like to see.,
What device would you recommend 2100 sq Ft open area , 10ft ceilings. Also bedroom 750 soft 10ft ceilings and wife has allergies ( wood floors, no pets)?
With such a big space, you will need a large device or multiple units. For large models, I would look into the Smart Air Blast and Mini and the Coway Airmega Pro X. The IQAir Atem X is also very high CADR and also comes with a ton of extra features, but does cost quite a bit more. Some other options worth looking at: https://housefresh.com/air-purifiers-for-allergies/
For the bedroom, I would also consider using a large unit and running it at lower fan speeds, as you will get good performance without the associated noise.
You could also look into the PC fan kits from Clean Air Kits, we have reviewed the Luggable Xl and XL Ultra but they also have larger options with even more fans like their tower of power. These new models offer very high CADR and low sound, but I also know not everyone loves the design. My review if you want to check out: https://housefresh.com/cleanairkits-luggable-xl-review/
Hope this helps, feel free to ask more questions if you have any.
Hey guys, currently searching for an air purifier to sort out my allergies and VOCs and spotted the Aussie EnviroGuard Pro X. It’s got an interesting vapour system for mold spores and VOCs. Do you reckon you'll review this one down the track? Keen to know if that vapour tech actually holds up against traditional models
Thank you so much for this detailed review, Danny and team! I bought the Dayette HEPA H13 filter and the Dayette mini purifier from Amazon based off of reviews but would love to know if you have tested the Dayette brand. It's not a well-known one so likely not, but would love to know either way. Thank you again!
What’s the difference between Levoit Vital 200S and the S-P? Only see the 200S on Amazon and not the Levoit website. Is it discontinued? And what’s the difference between the pet plus?
Danny, I ended up going with the 5-fan version due to cost. I needed to get the grilles to protect the filters from my cats, so that already added another chunk of change. Will let you know how it does. I hope I did things correctly and the order got credited to your org. Thanks again.
So 'refreshing' to see this transparency in a world of weasl words and elaborated benefits of devices. How I would love you guys to do a review INVOA AIR Units, made from our friends down under. Does their price match the punch!
Hi, I moved into a new built home in Dec and I've been dealing with very strong smells giving me headaches, trouble breathing, eye irrigation, etc. I had a very expensive air quality test done. The TO15. It came back with a red flag of benzene and isopropyl alcohol. I have ventilated the house for days, which makes me feel better, however, there are times I can not ventilate and then I'm still affected by it and continue smelling it. I have viewed your video on the Healthmate purifier. I googled the reviews and read some complaints on it which make me hesitant, however, I am so desperate to find the best solution. Will VOCs eventually go away or am I stuck with this issue. If so, I need to know so I can decide to take this up further with the builder or sell this house! Can you please help?
Sorry to hear you are dealing with this issue in your new home. VOC's should eventually go away but it's hard to know without knowing all the details of the cause...etc
A large carbon filter like the Austin Health mate will help to remove it but it's not good solution long term as you will have to continue to keep replacing the carbon and the VOC's continue long term, costs will build up.
I would recommend taking this up further with the house builder and show them the results of the TO15 as they have are responsible for making this right rather than forcing you to find a high priced solution to a problem they caused.
It tested well Air Doctor 3000 review - although was a little loud at high speed so will be interesting to see if this is improved with the new 3500 model.
Hey Kristin, sorry about your original comment - I did see it, but I'm not sure where it's gone now !nn8 air changes will need 245 cfm, so we would need to run the 5500-2 at full power, which is still quite a bit of sound. You could still get 5 air changes on lower fan speeds of 2-3 with that device. nnIf you wanted 8 air changes for your space and want to run at sound less than 45 dBA, the options would be PC fan kits like the Northbox Systems 6XL or Clean Air Kits XL-7 or AirFanta 3 Pro. For non-PC fans, then you would need the big SmartAir Blast Mini at speed 1. nnThanks for your kind words, and if you need more help, don't hesitate to respond to this comment.
I don't know where my original question went but here goes again! I'm in air purifier paralysis. I have a 230 sq ft, 8ft ceiling, room that I want to try to get to around 8 air changes per hour without running at the highest setting. I like that the Winix 5500-2 has a separate carbon filter and you can turn off the Plasmawave but I don't know that I can get to that amount of air change? Should I just get the Levoit 600S or some other option? Thanks for your resources, they've been very helpful including your YT channel.
Hi Lucy! If smoke is the main issue you're trying to tackle, then I'd recommend you check out our recommendations for VOCs as you will find some more options (including some you mention in your comment) alongside specialized devices that wouldn't make it to our overall list of recommendations: https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-for-vocs/
The compact doesn't use an ionizer based on the unboxing, and my device connected the first time. It's not good to hear that your device didn't connect even with a QR code.
I have tested two Xiaomi 4Pro, and in the process of testing the 4Lite and will be including the info in the next update for this page.nnMy review for the Xiaomi 4Pro is on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qc1D1-mkcIg& will post a web version soon.
Maybe some good purifiers are not tested. For istance Xiaomi 4 compact or the more valid Xiaomi 4 lite are quite good. They do not have true HEPA filter, but neither Levoit has. Additionally they have filter carbon in pellets, 4 lite claims to have 450 gr pellets, better than winix 5300-2. Downside compared to winix but not to levoit is the lack of washable prefilter
To be clear the Xiaomi models use a lower grade of filter than True HEPA but it does mean they can get more CADR which is a good thing and I like how Xiaomi is open about this.
OK, so I think you are saying the Performance ranking is based on the "Sub-45 dB Speed PM1 CADR:"
But, can you please tell me… I see the following numbers:
#29 for Performance is the Airmega 300 and its Sub-45 dB Speed PM1 CADR: is only 109 CFM.
And #31 is the Levoit Vital 200s and its Sub-45 dB Speed PM1 CADR: is 128 CFM
So, shouldn’t the 200s be ranked higher than the Airmega 300 since the Sub-45 dB PM1 CADR is 19 CADR CFM more?
Or is there more involved in the ranking than just the Sub-45 dB Speed PM1 CADR CFM?
Thank you!
To be fair to the Airmega 300, its performance at speed 2 is much better and is only just over the 45 dB limit (45.7 dB) and yet cleaned our test room in 28 minutes (approx 212 cfm.) Will be including this when we do a video review and will also update our current Coway 300 review on here.
At some point I do want to update this tool to break models into categories like small, medium and large as I have seen Consumer Reports do something similar and think it would be more useful - but also open to feedback on what you would like to see.,
For the bedroom, I would also consider using a large unit and running it at lower fan speeds, as you will get good performance without the associated noise.
You could also look into the PC fan kits from Clean Air Kits, we have reviewed the Luggable Xl and XL Ultra but they also have larger options with even more fans like their tower of power. These new models offer very high CADR and low sound, but I also know not everyone loves the design. My review if you want to check out: https://housefresh.com/cleanairkits-luggable-xl-review/
Hope this helps, feel free to ask more questions if you have any.
A large carbon filter like the Austin Health mate will help to remove it but it's not good solution long term as you will have to continue to keep replacing the carbon and the VOC's continue long term, costs will build up.
I would recommend taking this up further with the house builder and show them the results of the TO15 as they have are responsible for making this right rather than forcing you to find a high priced solution to a problem they caused.
Any recommendations?
Xiaomi 4 Pro
Xiaomi 4 Compact
To be clear the Xiaomi models use a lower grade of filter than True HEPA but it does mean they can get more CADR which is a good thing and I like how Xiaomi is open about this.