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Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier Review

4 minute read   Last updated on Mar 11, 2024
Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier

Key features of the Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier

Overall Score 7.7

  • Hepa Filters
  • Clean Air Delivery Rate (Cadr) of 232 smoke, 243 dust and 246 pollen cfm
  • Adjustable Fan Speeds of 4 .
  • Decibel Ratings At Different Fan Speeds of 67.5, 46, 40 and 27.8 dB .
  • Energy Star Certified
  • Size And Form Factor of 14. 9"L x 7. 8"W x 23. 6"H .
  • Digital Display Of Air Quality
  • Allergen-Specific Filtration
  • Manufacturer's Warranty of 2 years

The Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier is a powerful and effective air purifier suitable for medium to large rooms up to 360 square feet that has a CADR of 232 for smoke, 243 for pollen, and 246 for dust, effectively removing airborne pollutants.

It also features a True HEPA filter, an activated carbon filter, PlasmaWave Technology that reduces airborne bacteria, multiple fan speeds to adjust air cleaning power, and a replacement filter indicator. However, it can be noisy at high fan speeds, having to replace filters adds to the cost of maintenance, and it also lacks Wi-Fi connectivity or app controls.

Let's look at each feature category in detail

Filtration Technology

Hepa Filters

HEPA stands for High-Efficiency Particulate Air, and HEPA filters are a type of mechanical air filter designed to filter particles from the air. These filters are commonly used in air purifiers, vacuum cleaners, and other filtration systems and Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier uses these filters in its air purification process

Activated Carbon Filters

Activated carbon filters are another common component that comes with many air purifiers and can be found in the Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier. These filters are designed to adsorb several gases, odors, and chemical pollutants from the air. When activated, this means the treatment of carbon with oxygen to open up millions of tiny pores between the carbon atoms, this creates a highly porous structure. This gives activated carbon a larger surface area, making it effective for trapping and removing a wide range of airborne contaminants.

Performance Metrics

Clean Air Delivery Rate (Cadr)

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier CADR is 232 smoke, 243 dust and 246 pollen, when considering an air purifier, it's best to choose one with a CADR that matches the size of the space you plan to use it in.

Air Changes Per Hour

The Air Changes Per Hour (ACH) is a measure of how many times an air purifier can purify the entire volume of air in a space within one hour, Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier's value of ACH is 4.8.

Coverage Area

The coverage area refers to the maximum size of the space for which the purifier is designed to effectively provide air purification. Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier covers 360 Square Feet.

Controls And Operation

Adjustable Fan Speeds

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier comes with 4 fan speeds, most air purifiers come with adjustable fan speeds allowing users to control the intensity of the air purification process. Adjustable fan speeds provide flexibility in terms of noise level, energy consumption, and the rate at which air is circulated through the purifier.

Air Quality Sensors

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has air quality sensors, air purifiers with in-built air quality sensors are equipped with tech that enables them to detect and monitor the air quality in the room.

Filter Replacement Indicators

Filter replacement indicators is a feature found in several air purifiers to alert you when it's time to change the filters. Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has filter replacement indicators, these indicators are essential for keeping the best performance of the air purifier.

Programmable Timers

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier comes with programmable timers, which allow users to schedule set times for it to operate.

Remote Control

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier comes with remote control, allowing you to easily operate and change the settings of the purifier from a distance giving convenience and operational control.

Noise Level

Decibel Ratings At Different Fan Speeds

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has 67.5, 46, 40 and 27.8 dB, the decibel (dB) rating of an air purifier is the level of noise it makes when working. It's a key consideration, especially if you plan to place it in office, or any other areas where noise levels can impact comfort.

Maintenance And Convenience

Washable Filters

Air purifiers like the Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier come equipped with filters that can be washed, also known as reusable filters.

Design For Easy Cleaning

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier is designed to ease cleaning, air purifiers that have designs that offer easy cleaning are better for keeping up optimal performance and ensuring a healthy indoor environment.

Energy Efficiency

Energy Star Certified

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier is Energy Star certified, the energy star program aims to promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability by promoting products that meet certain energy performance.

Power Consumption

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier consumes 70W, the energy consumption of an air purifier means the electrical energy the purifier uses in operation.

Safety Features

Ozone-Free Operation

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has an Ozone-free operation, this refers to an air purifier's ability to function without generating ozone as a byproduct.

Design And Aesthetics

Size And Form Factor

The Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier's dimensions are 14. 9"L x 7. 8"W x 23. 6"H, size and form factor of an air purifier are key considerations which impact where and how the air purifier can be used.

Color And Finish

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier is in charcoal gray, dark gray, and gray colors, the color and finish of an air purifier is an important factor for some users, especially if the purifier will be placed in a visible area of the home.

Display Panel

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has a display panel, the display panel on an air purifier shows information about the unit's current status, settings, and real-time air quality data.

Indicator Lights

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has Indicator lights, these serve various uses and provide users key information about the device's state and performance.

Air Quality Monitoring And Display

Digital Display Of Air Quality

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has a digital display of air quality. Purifiers having a digital display of air quality provide real-time information about the current state of indoor air.

Real-Time Monitoring

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has real-time monitoring, this refers to ability of the device to continuously assess and display the quality of indoor air.

Specialized Features

Allergen-Specific Filtration

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has an allergen-specific filtration feature, purifiers often use different kinds of filters targeting specific allergens in the air using the supported filtration technologies.

Smoke Removal Features

If you're looking for an air purifier to address smoke and related particles, Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier is what you are seeking for. Smoke can be challenging to filter totally due to its small particle size.

Odor Elimination

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has an odor removal feature, meaning it's good at addressing various unwanted smells in indoor spaces.

Warranty And Customer Support

Manufacturer's Warranty

Winix 5500 2 Air Purifier has a manufacturer's warranty of 2 years, this is a key aspect to consider when purchasing an air purifier, since it provides protection and assurance concerning the purifier's performance and durability.

Availability Of Customer Support

The availability of customer support is an important factor to consider when buying an air purifier. This inidcates the level of support you get after the purchase.

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