Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr Review
As the junior word clearly stated, Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr is the mini version of the Allergy Machine that has the sizes of junior series with all Allergy Machine attributes. Powered by the High-Efficiency Gas Absorption (HEGA) filter, Allergy Machine Jr offers Austin Air trademark durable purifying with greater attention in dealing stubborn particles like allergens, gases, and odors. Perfectly made for allergen sufferer that has low tolerance towards airborne pollutants typically seasonal allergens, let's see what else this air purifier could do.
** 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 $500.
Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr Specification
| Product | Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr |
Dimension | 11 x 16.5 x 11 in (27.9 x 41.9 x 27.9 cm) |
| Weight | 14.1 lb (6.4 kg) |
| Fanspeed | 3 |
| Coverage (up to) | 700 sq. ft. (65 m2) |
| Airflow speed | 48-200 cfm (82-340 m3/h) |
| Dust free (CADR) | |
| Pollen free (CADR) | |
| Smoke free (CADR) | |
| Humidifying(H) speed | |
| Filtration | 4-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Large Particle Pre-filter 5 years |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | 30 sq.ft. True Medical Grade HEPA 5 years |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Activated Military Carbon Cloth 5 years |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | |
UV-light/ PCO | - |
Other filter | Medium Particle Pre-filter 5 years |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr Filter 5 years +- 185 |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | 40 - 65 dB |
| Power usage level | 80 W |
| Timer/ Scheduler | |
| 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
- 360° progressive filtering Intake System
- 4-stage filtration
- [STAGE 1] Large particle pre-filter
- [STAGE 2] Medium particle pre-filter
- [STAGE 3] 30 ft. Medical Grade HEPA filter
- [STAGE 4] Activated military carbon cloth HEGA filter
- 3 fan speeds
- 5 years pro-rated filter lifespan
- 5 years warranty
Design And Usability
Dimension
11 x 16.5 x 11 in
(27.9 x 41.9 x 27.9 cm)
Weight
14.1 lb (6.4 kg)Premium powder-coated steel housing that stands out from most plasticky air purifier, Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr 11 x 16.5 x 11 in dimension is no different from other Austin Air Junior air purifier. On the other hand, 24 lb weight is lighter in its Jr group due to the different set of filter although it’s still far from light compare with other competitors model. Moving around the air purifier has to be done without the casters support as casters is an additional purchase. Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr is dead easy to use as there is only one front rotary dial knob up-front to control the fan speed. Other notable spec includes 60° progressive Intake System, 4-stage filtration, long-life all-in-one filter, NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) recognized, CSA (Canadian Standards Association) and CE (Conformité Européenne) approved, ozone-free emission, 30 days money-back guarantee and 5 years warranty on residential use. Fancy features such as auto mode, sleep mode, air quality status, digital indicator, and timer are all excluded.
Airflow, Coverage, And CADR
Purifying coverage
700 sq. ft. (65 m2)
Fanspeed
3Filters And Performance
Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr 4-stage filtration is no doubt great against airborne particles, chemical vapors, odors, and allergens. First off the combined effort between outer mesh grille and inner pre-filter would trap large particles while the medium particulate filter would follow up the job on medium-sized particles; unique HEGA filter that traps any vapors, gases, and odors related chemicals. Finishing up with the filtration is Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr HEPA filter that would deal with micron-size particles e.g. bacteria that were not captured by the previous filter.Noise And Energy Usage
Noise level
40 - 65 dB
Power consumption
80 W| Noise Type | Decibels |
|---|---|
| Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr | 40 - 65 dB |
| 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**
+- 395.00
Annual Filter Cost
+- 37
^ Replacement filters/ estimated cost
Austin Air Allergy Machine Jr VS The Challengers
Austin Air Babys Breath
Exact replica to Allergy Machine Jr with the exception of two unique bright colors (pink and blue).
Austin Air Allergy Machine
The non-junior version that is beef up on airflow, purifying coverage and filtration strength.
Austin Air HealthMate Jr HM200
Standard version with a different set of an activated carbon filter that is as effective against gases and odors.Pros
- Solid powder coated steel exterior with no plastic off-gassing.
- Consistent airflow with wide purifying coverage.
- Trio filters (outer mesh filters, pre-filter and medium filter) that help prolong HEPA filter lifespan.
- Super effective 30 sq.ft. True Medical Grade HEPA filter.
- Optimal activated military carbon HEGA filter that handles bacteria, odors and gases well.
- Long-lasting all-in-one filter that could last up to 5 years.
- 5 years manufacturer warranty.
Cons
- Noisy fan noise particularly on third speed.
- Lightest among Austin Air purifiers yet still hard to move around without casters (addon purchase).
- Hassle filter replacement that requires flipping over the air purifier and unscrewing bottom cover.
- Plain vanilla set - lacks air quality sensors, auto/ sleep mode, digital display, timer and remote control.
