Winix - 5500-2

I have the older Winix and run it 24 7 365 without problems. I just need to replace the filter once a year. I have not tried this round model. Edited to add. Mine is a 5500. I forget the Costco model number for the equivalent but it was the same unit that Costco was selling for 2018-2021. Been running non stop since 2018 and no weird noises from the blower fan which is amazing.

I vacuum the mesh pre-filter and charcoal pre-filter every week, and i use the orange filter from Winix. I can get more than a year out of them. The orange filter does start to look a bit black at that point.

Mine doesn’t have any network access. It was probably from 2019-2020 era. I’m sad to hear if they are all networked now.

Check Facebook marketplace, I got 2 lightly used winix 5502 air purifiers for $155 they retail for about $180 each

Check out Facebook marketplace, I just picked up 2 barely used Winix 5502 for $155

I have two goldens. I have a pet grooming vacuum that I use on them about every day (you know the kind that allows you to brush them and then click a button and it sucks hair into the vacuum -amazon). I then have a shark vacuum that has excellent suction power, I vacuum just about every day, and then we have a few air purifiers in the house that do a good job at controlling odor and does look to pick up some pet hair. I think the air purifiers are on Amazon and are called winix? They dont require changing the filters often at all.. once a year, maybe! Uproot clean products are amazing too. They even sell special drier sheets to help pick up dog hair from your clothes better.

Amazon.com: Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier with True HEPA, PlasmaWave and Odor Reducing Washable AOC Carbon Filter Medium : Home & Kitchen https://share.google/Qoi1QAM9UlG7BfuMF Just take note of the square footage it covers. We have three and will put two in a room to cover cooking odor, or if it just smell a little bit too much like dog 😅

I second this. I have the 5500-2 (AM80 actually - but it’s only an aesthetic difference) and the smell in my room drastically changed. Mine wasn’t specifically animal but a culmination of prior animals, general dust, and the related musk from high humidity. I set it facing the registers in the room and it was a game changer. I know it really helped since I had to run the hvac fan constantly to get the humidity under control, which before getting the purifier I dreaded since it made the smells worse. And it makes quick work of my son’s dinner choice consequences (turns red and everything 😂).

With that size room I’d probably want to put one in each quadrant but I’m dramatic-your budget may limit you to 2 though, which I think would be the minimum for the room. I had a good time with Winix 5500-2 (mine was AM80 for aesthetics, but pretty much same thing). I have high humidity and also had a bathroom leak and it was a game changer while I was fixing those issues, and since. The 5500-2 and AM80 can still be found, at $205 and $190 respectively. There are newer models that are pretty much the same thing available as well. The 5510 on Amazon for $179, and the 5520 for $199. Somewhere in there is the AM90-same aesthetic of the AM80. 5500-2, AM80, 5510 I believe all use the same filters - so replacements should be the most available. Not sure about 5520-I read somewhere it was smaller, but I think I’ve seen it included in the compatible models when buying replacement filters for mine. There was an older model (5300-2) with a different lower end carbon filter that was cheaper, but I don’t see it available anymore. My mother sent this to my aunt in Chicago as she wanted to start cheaper and be able to replace the filters more often at lower cost. So we know about old Midwest buildings! One thing, sometimes people complain about the “plasma wave” option that turns on automatically which is an ionizer. Apparently it creates a small amount of ozone, so a lot of people turn it off. Something about birds. You can definitely turn it off too if you don’t want it. I actually grew up using full on ionizers as air purifiers recommended by her drs and allergist for my sisters asthma and you can’t beat the smell of sterility they bring.😅 Double check Winix site for pricing too though! I think they are comparable to Amazon, but may also only have the newest models. I also heard there’s a Costco specific model, not sure what that one is. I’d probably go with the two of the 5510s!

Oh a double check my pricing! I just saw a 5500-2 with the older aesthetic for $152! https://a.co/d/hgis3a1 5500-2, 5510, 5520, AM90 are all “color” options in this listing, but they are in fact the different models with the different prices. https://a.co/d/aBUYET8 am80 that I bought

With that size room I’d probably want to put one in each quadrant but I’m dramatic-your budget may limit you to 2 though, which I think would be the minimum for the room. I had a good time with Winix 5500-2 (mine was AM80 for aesthetics, but pretty much same thing). I have high humidity and also had a bathroom leak and it was a game changer while I was fixing those issues, and since. The 5500-2 and AM80 can still be found, at $205 and $190 respectively. There are newer models that are pretty much the same thing available as well. The 5510 on Amazon for $179, and the 5520 for $199. Somewhere in there is the AM90-same aesthetic of the AM80. 5500-2, AM80, 5510 I believe all use the same filters - so replacements should be the most available. Not sure about 5520-I read somewhere it was smaller, but I think I’ve seen it included in the compatible models when buying replacement filters for mine. There was an older model (5300-2) with a different lower end carbon filter that was cheaper, but I don’t see it available anymore. My mother sent this to my aunt in Chicago as she wanted to start cheaper and be able to replace the filters more often at lower cost. So we know about old Midwest buildings! One thing, sometimes people complain about the “plasma wave” option that turns on automatically which is an ionizer. Apparently it creates a small amount of ozone, so a lot of people turn it off. Something about birds. You can definitely turn it off too if you don’t want it. I actually grew up using full on ionizers as air purifiers recommended by her drs and allergist for my sisters asthma and you can’t beat the smell of sterility they bring.😅 Double check Winix site for pricing too though! I think they are comparable to Amazon, but may also only have the newest models. I also heard there’s a Costco specific model, not sure what that one is. I’d probably go with the two of the 5510s!

With that size room I’d probably want to put one in each quadrant but I’m dramatic-your budget may limit you to 2 though, which I think would be the minimum for the room. I had a good time with Winix 5500-2 (mine was AM80 for aesthetics, but pretty much same thing). I have high humidity and also had a bathroom leak and it was a game changer while I was fixing those issues, and since. The 5500-2 and AM80 can still be found, at $205 and $190 respectively. There are newer models that are pretty much the same thing available as well. The 5510 on Amazon for $179, and the 5520 for $199. Somewhere in there is the AM90-same aesthetic of the AM80. 5500-2, AM80, 5510 I believe all use the same filters - so replacements should be the most available. Not sure about 5520-I read somewhere it was smaller, but I think I’ve seen it included in the compatible models when buying replacement filters for mine. There was an older model (5300-2) with a different lower end carbon filter that was cheaper, but I don’t see it available anymore. My mother sent this to my aunt in Chicago as she wanted to start cheaper and be able to replace the filters more often at lower cost. So we know about old Midwest buildings! One thing, sometimes people complain about the “plasma wave” option that turns on automatically which is an ionizer. Apparently it creates a small amount of ozone, so a lot of people turn it off. Something about birds. You can definitely turn it off too if you don’t want it. I actually grew up using full on ionizers as air purifiers recommended by her drs and allergist for my sisters asthma and you can’t beat the smell of sterility they bring.😅 Double check Winix site for pricing too though! I think they are comparable to Amazon, but may also only have the newest models. I also heard there’s a Costco specific model, not sure what that one is. I’d probably go with the two of the 5510s!

With that size room I’d probably want to put one in each quadrant but I’m dramatic-your budget may limit you to 2 though, which I think would be the minimum for the room. I had a good time with Winix 5500-2 (mine was AM80 for aesthetics, but pretty much same thing). I have high humidity and also had a bathroom leak and it was a game changer while I was fixing those issues, and since. The 5500-2 and AM80 can still be found, at $205 and $190 respectively. There are newer models that are pretty much the same thing available as well. The 5510 on Amazon for $179, and the 5520 for $199. Somewhere in there is the AM90-same aesthetic of the AM80. 5500-2, AM80, 5510 I believe all use the same filters - so replacements should be the most available. Not sure about 5520-I read somewhere it was smaller, but I think I’ve seen it included in the compatible models when buying replacement filters for mine. There was an older model (5300-2) with a different lower end carbon filter that was cheaper, but I don’t see it available anymore. My mother sent this to my aunt in Chicago as she wanted to start cheaper and be able to replace the filters more often at lower cost. So we know about old Midwest buildings! One thing, sometimes people complain about the “plasma wave” option that turns on automatically which is an ionizer. Apparently it creates a small amount of ozone, so a lot of people turn it off. Something about birds. You can definitely turn it off too if you don’t want it. I actually grew up using full on ionizers as air purifiers recommended by her drs and allergist for my sisters asthma and you can’t beat the smell of sterility they bring.😅 Double check Winix site for pricing too though! I think they are comparable to Amazon, but may also only have the newest models. I also heard there’s a Costco specific model, not sure what that one is. I’d probably go with the two of the 5510s!

This I think the only air purifier I'd trust in the case of major chemical removal would be an expensive IQ Air Gas. That said, I've been using Winix for years and I love them. They are quiet, work well overall, and are a much better bang for the buck. The 5500 is a better machine for VOC removal as it has a much more substantial carbon filter. I also believe their PlasmaWave tech does help too. I understand the science behind it, and in my experience it seems to help in the long term.

One of the best for the money is Winix, as they are AHAM verified for their CADR, of which are higher than most. However Blueair and Coway are also great options with good performance for the money. They all use quality HEPA filters and most models are Energy star verified too.

I have the Winix, I have to change the actually hepa filter about every 6 months but you can clean the pre filter screen and the carbon filter infront. It does what it’s supposed to do. I had levoit (just the small version) and I ended up replacing it with the Winix as the Winix put out more air flow

😅I live in a one bedroom and I am on purifier 4. I’m going for 5 but could manage with 4. I knew my Winix 5500-2, the third one I bought and bought with way more knowledge than the first two, was underpowered for my space but I love that it meets a number of needs for me. No regrets. In my everyday I don't really need all four of mine going. 2 in my bedroom, 2 in my living room. I'm in no rush for an air purifier for the kitchen but we've all got different priorities in a device.

Winix 5500-2 first came to mind because it has a great activated carbon filter which is great for smells. It doesn't have an app for scheduling though. The Levoit Vital 200s hits right at your budget limit but you can schedule. It even has a smart mode where it can detect poor air quality and ramp up the fan. The Vital 100s is cheaper but won't filter the air as often/fast. It's often best to size up as much as your budget allows when it comes to air purifiers

I would suggest the Winix 5500-2. It's rated for 360 sq ft based on the highest fan speed. It has about 4 fan speeds and you'd probably want to run it at the next to highest fan speed during the day. There's a "smart" version with app support: 5510. Only con with the 5500-2 for a bedroom setting is the bright air quality indicator light. I've see some people say they cover it with black tape.

AirFanta 3Pro. It's not the most aesthetic machine but it has great specs. Rated for a room around 500 square feet. They have a version with a carbon filter. I've been testing it and it cleans the smell faster than my Winix. To be expected with a higher CADR. The Winix will help a lot if you're in a smaller room, like 275 sq ft max

My Winix 5500-2 does well with weed smell but not my cat's poop. For the most part their litter does a good job. Occasionally I have to sprinkle in some Rocco and Roxie cat litter deodorizer to quickly knock out the smell.

Winix 5500-2. It’s what I use as a weed smoker. I occasionally put it in the hallway because one of my neighbors smokes cigarettes or mixed tobacco with her weed and it seeps into my place🙄

Weird because I also enjoy w33d and found it doesn’t do well with the smell. My Winix 5500-2 is much better with the smell. I ended up giving the Coway to a friend for her child’s small nursery

Not a great buy. Incredibly overhyped. The CADR for the speed most people are likely to run it on is comparatively low. You’re better off getting a Winix 5500-2/5510 or an AirFanta 3Pro if you don’t care about aesthetics. AirFanta can clean a larger space/ has a higher CADR and is a better bang for your buck.

I have the Winix 5500-2 and 2 AirFanta 3Pros. I have a Levoit Core 200s I run just for the heck of it. I wouldn't recommend the Starkvind. It has a pretty low CADR for the price. It's hard to recommend just one device without knowing the room dimensions and motivations (odor, allergies, cigarettes, weed, COVID, etc) but I tend to recommend the Winix 5500-2/5510, some Levoits, AirFanta, Clean Air Kits, and Smart Air. I rely a lot on House Fresh and the COVID informed community on Twitter. There's also Airpurifierfirst.com

How big is the bedroom square footage wise? I'd choose the Winix 5510. I have the 5500-2 and it's great with weed smells. She may have to replace the carbon filter a bit sooner if she smokes daily but I find it to be very effective. https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-for-weed-smoke/

How big is the bedroom square footage wise? I'd choose the Winix 5510. I have the 5500-2 and it's great with weed smells. She may have to replace the carbon filter a bit sooner if she smokes daily but I find it to be very effective. https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-for-weed-smoke/

You can physically remove the ionizer in the Winix 5500-2; it’s super easy and I’ve done it myself twice. You should be able to find a how-to on google pretty quickly :)

Got one recently and I’m super happy with it as well. Settings 2 and 3 move a significant amount of air and it makes the perfect level of white noise for sleeping. Its also super easy to open it up and remove the ionizer if that stuff gives you the heebie jeebies

I would get the Coway airmega 200m instead of the winix. I have the winix and the coway is waaaay better. The second speed setting moves a ton of air and has a really nice sound and low volume level.

I live in the US and have a 1,500 sq ft home with 2 cats and a severe dust mite allergy. Particle pollution is also a concern living close to NYC. I got the house covered by 4 Winix air purifiers. I have some ancient first gen 5500 that still work but are a bit louder and lack the mesh filter that's a necessity with pets. I bought three 5500-2, a D360 and an AM90. Only one 5500-2 works fine. One of the other two makes a ticking sound that I know can be fixed, and the other one, the newest one, rattles. The AM90 developed a bad bearing right after the warranty expired and is out of service. The D360 also developed a bad bearing, thankfully within warranty. Winix sent me replacement D360 a couple months ago. Now the new D360 smells like burning plastic. Winix used to be my go-to air purifier. What would be a good, reasonably priced alternative to Winix? It seems like bad bearings are a common issue with other brands, including the really expensive ones. Has anyone tried Sans? They claim that their purifier is somehow different and can draw in air from the whole house, but it seems more like a marketing gimmick and not plausible to me. But it is FSA eligible, which is a bonus.

I live in the US and have a 1,500 sq ft home with 2 cats and a severe dust mite allergy. Particle pollution is also a concern living close to NYC. I got the house covered by 4 Winix air purifiers. I have some ancient first gen 5500 that still work but are a bit louder and lack the mesh filter that's a necessity with pets. I bought three 5500-2, a D360 and an AM90. Only one 5500-2 works fine. One of the other two makes a ticking sound that I know can be fixed, and the other one, the newest one, rattles. The AM90 developed a bad bearing right after the warranty expired and is out of service. The D360 also developed a bad bearing, thankfully within warranty. Winix sent me replacement D360 a couple months ago. Now the new D360 smells like burning plastic. Winix used to be my go-to air purifier. What would be a good, reasonably priced alternative to Winix? It seems like bad bearings are a common issue with other brands, including the really expensive ones. Has anyone tried Sans? They claim that their purifier is somehow different and can draw in air from the whole house, but it seems more like a marketing gimmick and not plausible to me. But it is FSA eligible, which is a bonus.

Thanks for the detailed help! The AirFanta looks almost DIY! It's sad there really isn't anything comparable to winix in terms of purification and price. Might have to splurge on the Conways. What's up with purifiers all using blue lights now? My rooms aren't that big, the first floor is 970 square ft with 9ft ceilings, the second floor is 500 square ft with slanted ceilings. Odors are a bit of a concern with litter boxes, though even the charcoal filter in the 5500-2's doesn't seem to do much.

I love my Winix. Quiet and effective. Also great for smells and smoke. I have large one in the main room and smaller ones in the bedrooms.

Mine has no specific setting for smoke. I have both the larger model with plazmawave (zero idea if that makes any difference) and the smaller models without that added feature. They all will filter outdoor smoke, including wildfire, quickly.

I rent with all hard wood/laminate floors. And a long haired cat. And I have sinus allergy issues. I have an air purifier in the main room and bedrooms. Couldn't live without them. I have Winix. They get me through wildfire season too.

I have 3 air purifiers in my house and my sinus/allergies are still exploding this really bad this year.