Air purifier? - Part 2

[zkwonz]

Throw and change another filter.

Ok! Paiseh, wanted to ask in case i stupidly throw then actually still can use it or what...

 

[tcyeric]

I used to suffer from daily sneezing upon waking up in the past due to sensitivity and allergic.

Here’s some of the APs and brands that I have used to have and tried. works for me, at least reduce the occurrence/improve my condition (now more or less I don’t have that issue, but lifestyle and diet plays a role too)
Disclaimer: I not saying the below will sure work for you. Or other brands not listed will not work for you. No hor.

Honeywell (those cylinder type, very old model 17xxx 18xxx)
My very first AP that I bought years ago. Their HEPA filter very big as in very thick. The outer rim will turn black after a relatively long period of usage, the inner rim still remain white. Very solid. But these old models can be noisy. Better hear it yourself at stores see if is acceptable. Otherwise, may want to see their newer models, but I never try before, so cannot comment.

Given / sold to others. Partly also because their filters getting more expensive locally. If not for the noise and expensive filter, I like this. Personal preference only.

Samsung AX40
Bought oversea. Good. I sold off because that time their original filters from those online oversea sellers getting more and more expensive. Unless you got lobang and don’t mind customise filters from Taobao.

Sharp
Plasmacluster technology. Quite good for odour etc. Exact model I cannot remember. Not those small ones. That old model I have sold away also.

XiaoMi Pro
Currently am still using XM Pro for all my bedrooms. Still works well for my case. Old model also. If you are keen on XM, perhaps can consider their newer models instead. Am still using mainly because their filters are affordable online and more sources. Practical for me especially for long run.

Other brands that I have used before were Coway, Hitachi ... getting too long I don’t comment le. I also have Sqair, minimalistic. Currently resides in my storeroom. Not using anymore.

Active APs I’m currently still using daily throughout the night are:
XM Pros for all my bedrooms
XM Pro H for my living hall

I still have one Sharp, newer model and one Novita. For occasional specific usage whenever required. Not exactly for my daily usage. So I don’t comment further here.

Those above APs that I no longer using doesn’t mean they no good or XM is better hor. Not that.

Sometimes people say AP doesn’t work, but they are operating at auto / Low mode, windows open etc. You have to find one that is powerful enough to clean your area, fast. Else you probably won’t see any noticeable difference. Yet at the same time, the noise level is acceptable for you and the filters price are ok for you, especially in long run.

Many many new models, new brands, new APs out there. Take your time to compare. Hopefully you can find one that may somehow help in your condition. Hopefully you will find this useful in one way or another.

Is the XM Pro really that good?
Coming from experience in using a XM 3, I feel that the XM 3 does not seem to do its job very well. On auto mode I have ever only heard the fan speeds pick up only when it can detect joss stick smells, but other smells like say a fart it does not have any effect in terms of air quality score.

i use a fart as an example cause it would be the most common kind of "unpleasant smell" one would face say in the bedroom. I have used a Novita and a Dyson and both have at least detected a change in air quality score or fan speed at least but totally nothing on the XM 3.

Honestly I am considering another AP once the filters of the XM 3 are fully consumed :|

 

[Lucky177]

Is the XM Pro really that good?
Coming from experience in using a XM 3, I feel that the XM 3 does not seem to do its job very well. On auto mode I have ever only heard the fan speeds pick up only when it can detect joss stick smells, but other smells like say a fart it does not have any effect in terms of air quality score.

i use a fart as an example cause it would be the most common kind of "unpleasant smell" one would face say in the bedroom. I have used a Novita and a Dyson and both have at least detected a change in air quality score or fan speed at least but totally nothing on the XM 3.

Honestly I am considering another AP once the filters of the XM 3 are fully consumed :|

I don’t use auto mode. Auto mode and night mode literally is “useless” to me. I only use manual favorite mode.

If you don’t find XM3 good, I think probably you may also not find XM Pro suits you. XM Pro is an older model even though is more “powerful” comparatively. Both using the same “size/type” filters - as in the blue/green/purple/grey.

I wouldn’t say XM Pro is that good. Just that is good enough for me especially in long run for the cost. I still stick to XM mainly because of the filter cost and yet still works for me. Of course there are many other “better” APs out there.

 

[mindgamey]

Is the XM Pro really that good?
Coming from experience in using a XM 3, I feel that the XM 3 does not seem to do its job very well. On auto mode I have ever only heard the fan speeds pick up only when it can detect joss stick smells, but other smells like say a fart it does not have any effect in terms of air quality score.

i use a fart as an example cause it would be the most common kind of "unpleasant smell" one would face say in the bedroom. I have used a Novita and a Dyson and both have at least detected a change in air quality score or fan speed at least but totally nothing on the XM 3.

Honestly I am considering another AP once the filters of the XM 3 are fully consumed :|

You dont use Auto mode because typical set a high threshold before it will kick up the speed. By high threshold I mean the air quality has to be as bad as those we got during haze season, 200 - 300 PSI sort of air pollution.

As lucky177 said, set the speed which is sufficient to keep pollutant down (using the built-in meter as a guide), or follow me, I use favourite mode and set it a the highest speed I can bear and still fall asleep.

I like the recent XM models because using favourite mode, you can set the speed at very fine granularity.

Other brands have fixed speed, and sometimes, speed 1 is too low, speed 2 is too loud, you wish there is speed 1.5.

Auto mode and night mode is useless, unless your room is really air-tight (which you will eventually suffocate or die from CO2 poisoning)

 

[tcyeric]

fair points about auto mode, :| guess i will find a good speed/noise level for night time.

am looking probably for one which has better detection /reaction to changes in smell etc i suppose.

on a general concensus, i understand that sharp is on the pricier side of things but how good are they for APs though?

 

[Lucky177]

Sharp Plasmacluster technology is good, I find it quite effective for odour if that’s what you looking for.

If I not wrong, higher end models such as their J80-E, I think can buy and replace the “ionizer” unit IZ-C90ME inside once reached the lifespan.



Lower end models dunno. Dun think so. Maybe I wrong.

 

[mindgamey]

Sharp Plasmacluster technology is good, I find it quite effective for odour if that’s what you looking for.

If I not wrong, higher end models such as their J80-E, I think can buy and replace the “ionizer” unit IZ-C90ME inside once reached the lifespan.



Lower end models dunno. Dun think so. Maybe I wrong.

Apart from price, you will run into issue getting replacement filters.

I have a Sharp KC A50 for about 8 years, around the 5th year mark I started to find it difficult to get replacement via retail.

Right now it's very difficult to find online even unless you ok with third party custom filters.

Original Filters are also not cheap relative to the others we recommended here, easily double the price.

Other than that, it is workhorse, I had my A50 on for 5 days straight (including 16 hours of max speed) during the previous haze season.

Though now, you can hunt a slight hunting noise when in operating, irritating for sleeping room, it has now been relegated to be backup AP.

 

[harky]

do anyone knoe where to get Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier?? official from Xiaomi shop

 

[Lucky177]

do anyone knoe where to get Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier?? official from Xiaomi shop

Last time I bought my APs from online - Qoo10, Shopee… no specific sellers. Generally I see cheaper pricing and positive reviews as reference. Not from official xiaomi shop.

If you prefer official, maybe go directly to their retail outlets instead of online? Can also on the spot get a feel of the demo set or check…

 

[harky]

Last time I bought my APs from online - Qoo10, Shopee… no specific sellers. Generally I see cheaper pricing and positive reviews as reference. Not from official xiaomi shop.

If you prefer official, maybe go directly to their retail outlets instead of online? Can also on the spot get a feel of the demo set or check…

Need local set as I help company buy haha

 

[shadow84]

Need local set as I help company buy haha

Then just head over to any Xiaomi official stores and tell them qty required to purchase? Or see if you can call them up to get an email address from them for their corporate sales or sales team to get a quote?

https://www.mi.com/sg/storelocator/

 

[harky]

AC room must get filter or no need?

For myself this time haha

 

[HelIoo]

Anyone use cosmos and have any reviews?

 

[Niaoson]

Any experience using a small portable air purifier? Intuitively feels like it won't have a high enough CADR but wanted to see what the experts here have to say

 

[PeasantBeing]

Anybody using the Samsung AX40? Mine encountered a blinking light problem, exactly same as the problem shown in the YouTube video
I tried to reset it by pressing 2nd & 4th buttons, and then 1st and 3rd buttons, didn't work. And then pressing the 2nd & 4th buttons, and then 1st & 2nd buttons, also didn't work.

Such a pity, it is a good air purifier.

 

[lasnoblur]

i am using Novita. I find their customer service is quite unique compared to other brands.
Every year, they would reward past customers by giving out free items such as masks, etc.

Product wise, they are pricer in the market but functionality wise, they are quite decent.

 

[babalusan]

Anyone with sinus and is using sqair care to review? is it good for sinus?
Need to buy one for my 5room hdb but this sqair scare not enough
blast mini might be overkill
every 4hours my neighbour from below pray, causing incense smell and smoke to irritate my sinus and nose....

 

[FatalethaL]

Anyone with sinus and is using sqair care to review? is it good for sinus?
Need to buy one for my 5room hdb but this sqair scare not enough
blast mini might be overkill
every 4hours my neighbour from below pray, causing incense smell and smoke to irritate my sinus and nose....

I have morning sinus in the past until I got me the Sqair. It is very effective imo.

 

[babalusan]

I have morning sinus in the past until I got me the Sqair. It is very effective imo.

Thanks for the feedback
I was hoping to get some feedback for blast mini but i guess is too expensive
I'm thinking to get two units, one in living room and one in wfh room

 

[encore888]

I am using Hitachi ep-pz30j -- very good overall, and there are good third-party replacement air filters on Lazada for $40.