Winix AM80

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Sentiment score60% positive
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Last updated: Apr 17, 2026

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Reddit IconOk_Study6305
12 months ago

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!

12 months ago

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

Reddit Icontacocat8675
about 2 months ago

I have the first leviot on your list, it works good for pet hair and js fairly quiet. I dislike the winix because it has the plasmawave ozone stuff that is on by default. The winix is very strong but it makes my lings hurt if I forget to turn it off

Reddit Icon1-800-get-lost
10 months ago

Both of my Winix air purifiers started smelling like smoke, they are different models, cleaned weekly and filters changed regularly, I don’t recommend them.

Reddit IconAdditional-Regret-17
4 months ago

I have the Winix. No issues to date. I don’t use the plasma wave feature.

Reddit IconAdmirable-Apricot137
about 1 month ago

We mainly use the winnix ones. They are fantastic.

Reddit IconAggravating-Tune6460
9 months ago

Definitely recommend Winix. Australian and comes out top of various tests. (If you haven’t been warned- don’t buy Dyson) Super sensitive to more than just particulates and has a ‘pet filter’ that is changed monthly that goes around the main filter and prevents it getting clogged with dust. Helps to prolong its life if you have pets

Reddit IconAirFlavoredLemon
4 months ago

I say about 1/3rd of my Winix's have a bit of a smell that dissipates quite quickly.

Reddit IconAlternative-Pair-812
8 months ago

AVOID DYSON AT ALL COSTS!!! They look cool but are RIDICULOUSLY overpriced for what you get. Spent $500+ on one and my cheaper Winix outperforms it by a mile. Total marketing scam.

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