Airgle AG900 Review
With such high standard in purification equivalent to hospital facilities level, Airgle PurePal Clean Room AG900 is few steps ahead of its competitor that strikes well in design and filtration. A perfect blend of technology and filters including Airgle own patented next-generation Titanium Pro system, Airgle AG900 is one of the best in getting rid of all the common air particles, harmful chemicals and unwanted odors from its surrounding air. There is one thing though making us holding back in our recommendation, find out what it is.
** MRSP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price)/ RSP (Retail selling price) is accurate at the time of posting.
^ Annual filter cost is calculated based on filter price and 12 hours of usage. Pricing could vary depending on air quality, usage frequency, and speed.
` The indicated online price guides as follows: $ = under $50, $$ = $50-100, $$$ = $101-200, $$$$ = 201-300, $$$$$ = $301-400, $$$$$$ = 401-500, $$$$$$$ = over $500.
Airgle AG900 Specification
| Product | Airgle AG900 |
Dimension | 18 x 25 x 17.7 in (45.7 x 63.5 x 45 cm) |
| Weight | 61 lb (27.7 kg) |
| Fanspeed | 5 |
| Coverage (up to) | 617 sq. ft. (57 m2) |
| Airflow speed | 62-408 cfm (105-693 m3/h) |
| Dust free (CADR) | 400 cfm (680 m3/h) |
| Pollen free (CADR) | 379 cfm (644 m3/h) |
| Smoke free (CADR) | 398 cfm (676 m3/h) |
| Humidifying(H) speed | |
| Filtration | 4-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Pre-filter Permanent |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | 40 sq ft cHEPAfast Filter 8 - 12 months +- 350 |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | 6 lbs enhanced special blend carbon 8 - 12 months +- 230 |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | |
UV-light/ PCO | Titanium Pro PCO system 6000 hours/ 12 months+- 220 |
Other filter | - |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | 33 - 68 dBA |
| Power usage level | 49 - 192 W |
| Timer/ Scheduler | Variable timer (1 - 12 hours) |
| Sensors | Air quality sensors |
| Auto mode | |
| Air qualityAQ indicator | |
| Filter change indicator | |
| More color options | |
| Wi-Fi/ BTBluetooth | |
| ENERGY STAR | |
| Remote control | |
| Child lock | |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Email/ Phone support |
Key Features
- 4-stage filtration
- Cleanable pre-filter grill
- 40 sq. ft. cHEPAfast filter
- 6 lbs of enhanced special blend carbon filter
- Titanium Pro module Photo-catalytic Oxidation (PCO) system
- 5 speeds with Auto mode and Sleep/ Night mode
- Pressure sealed aluminum housing with casters
- Variable timer (1 - 12 hours)
- System control setting (for heavily polluted environment)
- Programmable LCD display control panel
- Air quality monitoring
- Filter Life Monitor with indicator
- Ultra-quiet motor technology
- Remote control (Power, Auto, Speed, Timer)
- Five years warranty
Design And Usability
Dimension
18 x 25 x 17.7 in
(45.7 x 63.5 x 45 cm)
Weight
61 lb (27.7 kg)Probably the only air purifier on the market that is built-in aluminum housing, Airgle AG900 is elegantly designed in New York that looks exquisitely premium like no other. The [adimension] is not the largest but weight-wise is very hefty at [aweight] despite utilizing lightweight aluminum materials. When there is no staircase involved, mobility, in general, is not an issue as you have 4 casters standing by. Build quality is top-notch as reflected by Airgle precise engineering and rigorous checking. The 100% pressure-sealed guaranteed no particulate leakage or air bypass via the air purifier. On to usability, Airgle AG900 comes with wholesome of controls that might be daunting at first glance, its actually pretty clear and straightforward to use. You have a programmable LCD panel that displays current air quality status, filter lifespan and System control setting that tweaks the air purifier default setting to better suit a heavily polluted environment. Other notable features available in Airgle AG900 includes a 5 speed 4-stage filtration with Auto mode, Night/ Sleep mode that would turn off the LCD screen, 1 – 12 hours timer, Ultra-quiet motor technology, remote control, Auto safety shut-off when cover is opened, ozone-free, AHAM Certified, ENERGY STAR Rated, American Lung Association, CARB Approved, ETL Listed and 5 years warranty.
Airflow, Coverage, And CADR
Purifying coverage
617 sq. ft. (57 m2)
Fanspeed
5
Dust CADR
400 cfm (680 m3/h)
Pollen CADR
379 cfm (644 m3/h)
Smoke CADR
398 cfm (676 m3/h)Filters And Performance
Unlike the complicated control panel, Airgle AG900 filtration system is downright straightforward and it works. First, the foremost air will flow through the rear [aprefilter] grill that filter out initial dust and hair. Next, gases and odors including chemical, benzene, toluene and the notorious VOCs would then be a trap by the [acarbonfilter]. For tiny, non-gases particles, you have the highly efficient 99.991% rate [ahepafilter] that capture mold, pollen, pet dander, bacteria and allergens with ease. Lastly, Airgle next-generation patented [auvlight] (titanium dioxide catalyst + germicidal UV lamp) would remove neutralizes any leftover odors, VOCs, bacteria, and viruses down to 0.01 microns before releasing the purified air back out.Noise And Energy Usage
Noise level
33 - 68 dBA
Power consumption
49 - 192 W| Noise Type | Decibels |
|---|---|
| Airgle AG900 | 33 - 68 dBA |
| Breathing | 10 dB |
| Rustling leaves | 20 dB |
| Whispering/ Quiet library | 30 dB |
| Light rainfall | 40-50 dB |
| Conversation | 50-60 dB |
| Vacuum cleaner/ Hair dryer/ Washing machine | 65-80 dB |
| City traffic | 80-90 dB |
Pricing And Maintainence Cost
MRSP/ RSP**
+- 2500.00
Annual Filter Cost
+- 800 - 1090
^ Replacement filters/ estimated cost
Airgle AG900 VS The Challengers
Airgle AG900
The "cheaper" alternative that provides equivalent design and filtration capacities. The cheaper annual filter cost comes with a weaker filter set without Titanium Pro system.
IQAir HealthPro Plus
The popular premium segment air purifier that offers similar filtration performance yet it's way cheaper and easy to maintain in comparison. No Auto mode is the surprising big miss feature.Pros
- Premium pressure sealed aluminum housing together with high quality caster wheels.
- High purifying coverage 4-stage filtration.
- High quality 40 sq. ft. cHEPAfast filter that capture the tiniest airborne particles.
- Strong 6 lbs enhanced special blend carbon filter against the nastiest gas and odors.
- Additional Titanium Pro system filtration that remove particles as small as 0.01 microns.
- One of the best airflow performance as shown on the CADR figures.
- 5 fanspeed with Auto mode and Night/ Sleep mode.
- Informative LCD panel that display air quality and filter lifespan in status bar form.
- 1 - 12 hours timer and remote control comes standard.
- 5-years warranty.
Cons
- One of the most expensive air purifier in the group.
- Annual filter replacement cost is equally expensive.
- Very heavy around 3 times of standard air purifier weight.
- Noise level is slightly high at higher output.
- Power consumption is one of the highest at full blast.
