The Best Air Purifier for Mold

[@hope4betterdayz]

I can’t say “thank you” enough! Finally, someone who’s concise, clear, and informative without all the hype, nonsense, and time wasting! THANK YOU!!

[@THE______TRUTH]

Bro, your videos are so informative and high quality. I see you actually becoming big if you keep it up. Nice work.

[@consumer-analysis]

Thank you very much for the kind words!

[@naegleriafowleri2230]

Maybe if he focused on other products and not just air purifiers. Stuff that help air purifiers to clean such as hepa vaccum, dehumidifiers, humidifiers, plants for clean air, greenguard products for bedding and furniture

[@ghanus2009]

@@naegleriafowleri2230 You know, if you click on his Consumer Analysis page link, you can see that he does indeed review all those items. Take alook: kzbin.info/door/NhyZZ8OotnN9E1rQYriuiA

[@jerwgar]

Mycotoxins are much smaller and are usually filtered with the VOC filter. That's why people with mold sensitivity don't usually get any relief with hepa alone, and why IQ air works so good for mold sensativity.

[@theodoreMcMurchy]

You mentioned that mold grows on dust. What is stopping the captured mold and dust in the hepa filter from reproducing and growing in the filter .

[@SevenRoses2]

Now THAT'S how you do a product review! Very helpful. Thanks!

[@Lyn620]

I always come back to you. when it really matters, you are the best!

[@gabbygonzaga552]

Do you think mold spores that are caught on a hela filter can grow and release additional spores? How much of a benefit do you think it would be to have a uvc lamp that shines on the hepa filter to kill the organisms? Or is it not needed? I keep hearing mixed things. Some say the hepa captures the bacteria,mold etc. and.it does not release back into the air or grow, whereas others say it does and should be paired with a uvc lamp that shines on the hepa filter to kill organisms that were caught

[@consumer-analysis]

Mold growth on the filter is extremely unlikely since the filter is extremely dry with a lot of air moving through it at all the time. The only scenario in which mold growth on the filter would be a potential issue is if you were to use the air purifier to capture mold spores and then leave it off (with no air moving through the filter) for several weeks or months.

[@gabbygonzaga552]

@@consumer-analysis that makes sense! Thank you!!

[@psalmregulated]

@@consumer-analysis Is this what you "think," or have you tested this theory? Really need to be able to rely on this.

[@untitled8027]

You've no idea how grateful I am that you provide this type of information.

[@consumer-analysis]

Thank you so much for the kind words. You are very welcome!

[@gypsyfrench7216]

When I check the California air ressources board website on the List of CARB-Certified Air Cleaning Devices it says that Winix 5500 type is electronic. Their website states that electronic type produces ozone and that we should use mechanical. Does winix produce ozone?

[@hectorperez2896]

You are a Hero to Millions

[@ThreeBlindMeise]

Amazing reviews. Exactly what I'm looking for - clear & concise! I trust your reviews.

[@consumer-analysis]

Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate it!

[@natnat8306]

Thank you for your info, thou I recommend to update this video, trying to find a good match that will purify air from mold fragments (which are as important to filter as the big spores but smaller than any HEPA filter will clear)..

[@Mike82ARP]

Thanks for the review you've done on these air purifiers. One thing I'd like you to comment on is where the purifiers should be used. Should one be used in the largest room in the house counting on central air conditioning (I'm in south FL) to disperse clean air, or should smaller units be used in various areas of the house? Thanks!

[@consumer-analysis]

A single portable air purifier (in other words, not a whole house air purifier) cannot properly lower particle concentration in a whole house. Most of the units I tested shouldn't be used in a space larger than 300 sq. ft. Thus, the second option you listed would be my recommendation.

[@Lyn620]

You are also a great teacher!

[@consumer-analysis]

Thank you! 😃

[@kristinsamannshausen9862]

Do I have to change the filter at some point? We live in a very humid area without air con, so I'm afraid the mold will grow inside the filter even though there is a constant air flow.

[@garysforth]

Airwinix very efficient. Just bought 2d one.

[@leifzetterberg5263]

What are your thoughts on the puraclenz Core 750? thanks!

[@lk6015]

Can you review the Winix T810

[@WelcomeToDERPLAND]

Wouldn't an ionizer equipped air purifier be slightly better than a conventional hepa+carbon filter/prefilter?

[@consumer-analysis]

Ionization is a tricky topic that I discuss in detail here: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/air-purifiers/air-ionizers/

[@jfloop77]

@Consumer Analysis : does Winix 5500-2 emit ozone? Some reports say it does :-/ Also it seems the best air purifier is the one with cheapest True HEPA filters - people are more likely to replace a $40 filter in Winix 5300 or Xiaomi 3H than $80 filter in BlueAir 211 every 6 months.

[@ABIDHUSSAIN-qh4hx]

Hi, is this sigle unit sufficient for the living family room. I have about 600 sqft area Thanks

[@consumer-analysis]

I recommend you buy a single unit to start, test it out in the environment you need it for, and only buy an additional unit if you don't find it sufficient for that space. You can use a particle meter to evaluate how well it's lowering particle concentration in the space.

[@abey1502]

Thank you, Good Job Brother

[@zombiesheep.whatsinyourhea9166]

can the mold start sporing into the air while the filter is off?

[@frizoization]

Useful reviews. What is your take on Philips 2000 series Air Purifier

[@consumer-analysis]

Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to test it yet. But, looking at its specifications, I'm unlikely to recommend it due to its low CFM for its price.

[@frizoization]

@@consumer-analysis Thanks for reply. It has nanoprotect hepa filters and pro grade air sensor which looks good for the price. Also filters particles of size 20 Nanometers: Tested by IUTA. According to 2008 Microbiological Risk Assessment Report of the World Health Organization (WHO), the avian influenza, human influenza viruses, Legionella, Hepatitis viruses and SARS coronavirus are larger than 20 nanometer (0,00002 mm). I thought its worth more than its price. Just sharing. I am confused between this and blueair classic 205. Room size is around 150 to 300 sq ft. Any final thoughts?

[@consumer-analysis]

@@frizoization I don't think the BlueAir Classic units are a good value either (like the Philips). If you're concerned about germ filtration I did do a write-up on the topic here: www.consumeranalysis.com/guides/air-purifiers/air-purifier-for-germs/

[@independent2368]

Can you vacuum the HEPA filter like ones per month to extend it's life ?

[@Lwhosane]

What about cat litter dust?

[@tarassu]

What is the most popular/widespread HEPA filter in the world (I'm from EU)? I want to make DIY air purifier with cheapest real HEPA filter.

[@tiannajohnson1752]

Can this be wall-mounted I really have limited floor space and I would love to be able to mount this on the wall

[@consumer-analysis]

The only wall mountable air purifier I've tested is the Rabbit Air MinusA2, though it's very expensive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYe3eouXeselj8U

[@vinaydubey1403]

hi, can you do a video on hepa vs UV vs ionizer

[@consumer-analysis]

I can certainly look into it in the future. For now, I do have written guides on each of those subjects at consumeranalysis.com

[@TheHumanSpirit]

Very thorough

[@ajkbjj]

FYI: This unit does not meet California air cleaner regulation requirements, and cannot be shipped to California

[@aliaswizard6963]

How many square feet does it cover?

[@12schnsaint]

this or the coway for mold and cfm?

[@consumer-analysis]

If you're concerned about mold and CFM it's essentially a tie.

[@loovejewellery6431]

Thank you thank you thank you!

[@RootsOfEden911]

Winix 5500-2 link doesn't work.

[@JORO9000]

Have you look at the Xiaomi 3H purifiers? They seem to be getting very popular and price attractive. Also - do you recommend attaching a cotton sheet as additional filter to gather dust? Have seen some pictures and it looks very effective

[@consumer-analysis]

If these units are ever readily available in the US we'll definitely take a look but for now we cannot test them.

[@naegleriafowleri2230]

Wouldn’t the austin aire be superior to this

[@consumer-analysis]

Mold spores are particles. Austin Air units have the exact same particle filter - a HEPA filter - as the cheaper options we recommend in the video.

[@98f5]

want to destroy mold it's the one thing pco filters are good for.

[@alexmendoza2696]

This product just catch viruses and bacterias. Did you use a particle counter in order to know the real efficiency destroying particles in a determinante period?