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Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier Review: Is It Worth It?
A practical look at the Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier, including True HEPA filtration, odor control, noise, automatic modes, customer feedback, pros, cons, and common complaints.
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Product Overview
The Winix 5500-2, is an Air Purifier, Floor Standing, uses a Pre-filter, Washable AOC Carbon Filter, True HEPA Filter, and Plasma Wave Technology to clean the air in your home by removing particulate matter from the air as well as help remove household odor.
It has auto-operation that will adjust it’s fan speed based on how much pollution it detects in the air, and a quiet sleep mode for night time usage. The carbon filter can be washed periodically and the True HEPA Filter needs to be replaced when cleaning the carbon filter.
Customers Say
Many consumers have stated that this unit was successful in removing particulate matter such as pet dander, dust, and pollen from the air. Pet owners specifically noted that the combination of filtration and activated carbon odor removal greatly improved how clean their homes smelled.
There were also overwhelmingly positive comments regarding noise level. Specifically, customers appreciated the low decibel levels when running at lower fan speeds or during sleep mode. Many people mentioned that the unit ran quietly enough to allow it to operate through an entire night.
Some of the additional features that customers liked included the automatic mode which changed the fan speed based upon indoor air quality rather than having to be manually adjusted. Customers also liked the fact that both the carbon filter and prefilter are washable. They believed these helped keep down some of the long term costs associated with maintaining the product. The simplicity of the controls was also well received by all of our survey participants.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- True HEPA filtration
- Washable AOC carbon filter
- Reusable pre-filter
- Automatic fan speed adjustment
- Quiet Sleep mode
- Helps reduce household odors
- Simple control panel
Cons
- Replacement filters add ongoing cost
- Turbo mode can be noticeably louder
- Indicator lights may be bright in dark rooms
- Large floor-standing design requires some space
- Some users may choose to disable PlasmaWave
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Bottom Line
The Winix 5500-2 makes a good option for those looking for a product with both the ability to remove particles and odors through automatic operation and reasonable low operating noise on an ongoing basis. While there are several positives True HEPA Filter, Washable Carbon Filter, two different modes (Auto & Sleep) along with simple settings, the cost associated with replacing filters and slightly higher decibel level of the unit during high-speed operation are negative considerations.
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