Honeywell - HPA5300B

Vacuum? Do you even own one? Start there. [I have a an older version of this and really like it. It’s been running on low for past 6+ years with no issues. Just regular vacuum of the pre filter once a week and filter changes every few months. The Oder removing filter work well too.](https://www.honeywellstore.com/store/products/honeywell-insight-hepa-air-purifier-hpa5300b.htm)

I too have a stinky cat and a rabbit who doesn't stink but sheds like you cant believe. I went totally overboard and got SIX of these for 2100 sq ft place and my air has never been cleaner. If you get 3, your air will be pure. Highly recommend. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0925HB662?ref=fed\_asin\_title&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0925HB662?ref=fed_asin_title&th=1)

We've been using the [Honeywell HPA5300B](https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Insight-Purifier-Allergen-Indicator/dp/B0925HB662?ie=UTF8&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=mymy011-20&linkId=56bf9d3853b4060b5b4f515a895462ae&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) for a little over 2 years now, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best purchases we've made for our home. If you're on the fence, especially because of allergies, pet smells, or wildfire smoke, this unit delivers. We’ve seen a noticeable reduction in dust, pet odor (especially near litter boxes), and has been a great help for my allergies. During wildfire season, it’s been a total game changer. One thing I’d recommend: stay on top of filter changes. Replace both the pre-filter and the HEPA filter regularly, and don’t cheap out on third-party filters unless they’re actually HEPA-certified and compatible. Buying multipacks can save you money in the long run. A couple small drawbacks: the unit has some lights that stay on (even in “off” mode), which can be annoying in a dark bedroom. Also, the clear plastic on top can get cloudy over time. Not dealbreakers for us, but worth noting.

I like the Honeywell HPA series - I have a HPA 5300. It is HEPA. I like that there are various pre-filters you can buy to tailor to your needs. I use a A pre-filter, an S pet-odor filter, and the standard HEPA filters. The unit circulates air in a large room about 3 times per hour. Noise levels are fantastically quiet, and the auto setting allows me to run the unit 24/7 without changing anything. While it’s lacking smart features, I don’t feel I need it. I also have a Levoit 400S-P that I run a different room, without the ionizer. It gives me comparable performance as the Honeywell but I don’t like lack of filter options, is slightly more expensive to maintain, and slightly noisier.

I tried a friend’s Dyson and liked how it performed, but I chose the Honeywell HPA5300B because it’s simpler to maintain and covers my living room well.

I use a Blueair 211i Max. It does an amazing job of capturing cat fur. I have to wash it every two weeks due to how much fur and hair it catches. It has significantly brought down my allergies. I also have a Levoit Core 600S that I love. My Honeywell HPA5300 is amazing at capturing so much cat fur.

When the smoke was really bad a couple summers ago, I bought this Honeywell air purifier, which covers the whole 1st floor of the house. It’s really helped. It has HEPA filters and a carbon pre-filter. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/honeywell-allergen-plus-hepa-air-purifier-extra-large-rooms-500-sq-ft-black/6412444.p It automatically senses when there is a high level of VOCs, so yeah, it kicks into turbo mode when somebody farts.

Just stay away from the Honeywell HPA models. They all develop a burning smell. I've swapped my 2 out a total of 6 times.

Yes, an air purifier helps. The best brand is Honeywell with a HEPA filter. Second is Bionaire with True HEPA filter (purple one), third is Bionaire with the blue filter. Levoit kind of sucks. Don't waste your money on the Pure Enrichment Personal Air Purifier.

Honeywell Hepa Air Purifier is amazing all the time especially post fire. It's saved me.