Austin Air Allergy Machine Review
Trap in a never-ending loophole surrounded by pollutants? Highly sensitive to dust, plant pollen or other seasonal allergens? Regularly stuck with running nose or sneezing? If those are the common symptoms you suffer, Austin Air Allergy Machine HM405 is the perfect solution to you. Catered to allergy sufferers, Austin Air Allergy Machine is designed to stop regular or seasonal allergens from harassing you from your daily life thanks to the one and only HEGA filter (High-Efficiency Gas Absorption) that we will touch on later.
** 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.
Austin Air Allergy Machine Specification
| Product | Austin Air Allergy Machine |
Dimension | 14.5 x 23 x 14.5 in (36.8 x 58.4 x 36.8 cm) |
| Weight | 33.1 lb (15 kg) |
| Fanspeed | 3 |
| Coverage (up to) | 1500 sq. ft. (139 m2) |
| Airflow speed | 72 - 400 cfm (122 - 680 m3/h) |
| Dust free (CADR) | |
| Pollen free (CADR) | |
| Smoke free (CADR) | |
| Humidifying(H) speed | |
| Filtration | 4-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Large Particle Pre-filter 5 years |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | 60 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 Filter 5 years +- 250 |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | 40 - 65 dB |
| Power usage level | 115 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° accelerating filtration system
- 4-stage filtration system
- [STAGE 1] Large particle Pre-filter
- [STAGE 2] Medium Particle Pre-filter
- [STAGE 3] 60 ft. True HEPA filter
- [STAGE 4] Activated military carbon cloth (HEGA) filter
- 3 fan speeds
- Long-lasting filters that could last up to 5 years depending on usage
- 5 years manufacture defect warranty
Design And Usability
Dimension
14.5 x 23 x 14.5 in
(36.8 x 58.4 x 36.8 cm)
Weight
33.1 lb (15 kg)Airflow, Coverage, And CADR
Purifying coverage
1500 sq. ft. (139 m2)
Fanspeed
3Recommended Read
Filters And Performance
Austin Air Allergy Machine 4-stage filtration is excellent for people suffering from asthma and allergies. The first stage filtration consists of outer mesh filter and inner pre-filter that would trap large particles such as pet hair. The 2-stage medium filter would, of course, capture medium size particles while the 3-stage HEPA filter would trap even smaller airborne particles. Finally, Allergy Machine High-Efficiency Gas Absorption (HEGA) filter would trap odor and gas-based allergens that often linked to household contaminants.Noise And Energy Usage
Noise level
40 - 65 dB
Power consumption
115 WPricing And Maintainence Cost
MRSP/ RSP**
+- 575
Annual Filter Cost
+- 50
^ Replacement filters/ estimated cost
Austin Air Allergy Machine VS The Challengers
Austin Air HealthMate HM400
At a much lower cost, the standard set offers decent enough filtration strength against most common allergens.
Austin Air Bedroom Machine
The ultimate version that comes with 5-stage filtration including 15 lbs. Activated Carbon and Zeolite and HEGA filter. It's also the most expensive unit in Austin Air lineup.Pros
- Activated military grade carbon HEGA filter that is great for people that are sensitive to allergens.
- Consistent airflow with wide purifying coverage.
- Comprehensive filtration thanks to the trio pre-filter and reliable 60 sq. ft. certified HEPA filter.
- No off-gassing as the exterior is made entirely from powdered coated steel.
- Long-life (up to 5 years), low maintenance cost filter.
- 5 years warranty.
Cons
- Clearly audible noise level that is not great for night use.
- Lighter but overall still bulky that requires casters support.
- Hassle filter change from bottom rather than pop out cover.
- Empty on features. Lacks auto/ sleep mode, air quality sensors, digital screen indicator and timer.
5
