Just collected my Xiaomi AP
Saw a lot of people asking for opinion
This is the noise data compared to my Sharp A50.
All noise taken @ 1m distance
Xiaomi, Jet, High, Med, Low, Sleep.
Noise (dbA): 61, 54, 46, 44, 43
Flowrate m3/h: 406, 271*, 174*, 93*, 68*
*estimated
Sharp A50, High, Med, Low
Noise (dbA): 50, 44, 41
Flowrate m3/h: 306, 216, 60 (Published Spec)
Pros:
Cheap upfront cost.
Cheap original replacement filter.
Air quality sensor.
Can control remote as long as there is an internet connection.
Aesthetically pleasing.
Small footprint relative to same ap in class.
Cons:
Loud,
Needs wifi to control speed toggle button only available for 3 modes, jet, auto and sleep.
High power consumption relative Sharp/Samsung. (42W vs 75W max rated power)
A bit difficult to set up due to very basic instructions provided.