While not the latest model from AirGenius series, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 is the weakest among the bunch although that doesn’t says a lot considering how good AirGenius series is. Integrated with the same technologies and excellent QuietClean ifD filter, Honeywell AirGenius 3 manage to outperform most of its closest tower air purifier however, competing against Honeywell AirGenius 4 and 5, how well will this touted weaker Honeywell HFD300 AirGenius 3 air purifier fare?
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 Specification
| Product | Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 |
Dimension | 11.5 x 29 x 11.5 in (29.2 x 73.7 x 29.2 cm) |
| Weight | 13.5 lb (6.1 kg) |
| Coverage (up to) | 225 sq. ft. (21 m2) |
| Dust free (CADR) | 150 cfm (255 m3/h) |
| Pollen free (CADR) | 160 cfm (272 m3/h) |
| Smoke free (CADR) | 146 cfm (248 m3/h) |
| Airflow speed | |
| Fanspeed | 3 |
| Filtration | 3-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Washable Pre-filter |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | Oscillation |
UV-light/ PCO | - |
Other filter | ifD Micro-Filter Permanent |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
Optional/ Addon | HRF-K2 Filter K Household Odor & Gas Reducing Pre-filter (2 pack) 3 months+- 15.95 |
| Noise level | |
| Power consumption | |
| Timer/ Scheduler | |
| Sensors | |
| More color options | |
| Auto mode | |
| Air qualityAQ indicator | |
| Filter change indicator | |
| Wi-Fi/ BTBluetooth | |
| ENERGY STAR | |
| Remote control | |
| Child lock | |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Email/ Phone support |
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Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 key features
- 3-stage filtration
- 2 pre-filter options - permanent washable foam pre-filter or odor & gas reducing pre-filter
- Permanent QuietClean ifD filter
- Optional on/off Oscillation
- 3 speed controls with filter check button
- 5 years limited warranty
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 review
- Sleek honeycomb style tower design.
- Works either with permanent pre-filter or Odor reducing pre-filter (with optional upgrade).
- Zero annual maintenance cost.
- Effective QuietClean ifD technology ifD filter against microscopic household allergens.
- Smart controls with optional oscillation and Filter Check reminder.
- 5 years warranty.
- Price is close to AirGenius 4 and 5 with less speed, timer, filter change gauge and weaker overall performance.
- Incomparable with traditional filter HEPA media filtration efficiency.
- Permanent filters requires regularly vacuuming to free up space from the airborne particles.
The starters
Dimension
11.5 x 29 x 11.5 in
(29.2 x 73.7 x 29.2 cm)
Weight
13.5 lb (6.1 kg)The older and so called “entry-level” to AirGenius series, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 shares many design element similarities and specification than you would expect no less from Honeywell. At 11.5 x 29 x 11.5 in (29.2 x 73.7 x 29.2 cm) dimension and 13.5 lb (6.1 kg) weight, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 has the exact same size as it’s compatriot. While the large honeycomb style filter and flask wide bottom design retains, it is the odd one out with white housing as oppose to black. At top you’ll have the usual control placement for pre-set timer, Electronic Filter Check reminder light and fan mode adjustment (only 3 speed). Other than that Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 is every bit as AirGenius as other higher range models with 3-stage filtration, AHAM and ARB certified, Energy Star certified and 5 years warranty.
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 airflow, speed, and CADR
Purifying coverage
225 sq. ft. (21 m2)
Fanspeed
3
Dust CADR
150 cfm (255 m3/h)
Pollen CADR
160 cfm (272 m3/h)
Smoke CADR
146 cfm (248 m3/h)What’s inside count
Washable Pre-filter
Oscillation
ifD Micro-Filter
Permanent
^ Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 filters/ technologies/ lifespan
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 patented QuietClean ifD technology is what this air purifier is all about. With no filter replacement ever needed, the first stage permanent pre-filter could easily trap large particles like dust, hair while the ifD filter would handle microscopic bacteria and allergens as small as 0.3 microns. For stronger odors and toxic chemicals, you have the option to switch to the premium odor reducing pre-filter although the filter require quarterly replacing. As for all permanent filter, regular maintenance is needed to prevent the filter from being congested by particles.Covered against
Dust
EXCELLENT
Pollen
GOOD
Hair/ Pet hair
GOOD
Dust mites
GOOD
Mold/ Mildew
GOOD
Pet dander
GOOD
Virus/ Germ
GOOD
Tobacco smoke
OK
Chemical
OK
VOCs
OK
Smoke/ Gas
OK
Odor
OK
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 3-stage filtration and purifying applicable area is spectacular when pit against allergens, bacteria and viruses. It is vastly efficient on large-scale airborne contaminants e.g. dust, hair, pet hair. However against small scale contaminants, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 3 speed airflow circulation + is distinctive at trapping dust mites, pollen, mold, spores, mildew, fungi, germs and pet dander. On smokes and odors, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 filtration is weak in dealing chemicals, cooking odors, detegent odors, VOCs, tobacco smokes, cigarette, radon and ammonia.
Keep it down
It might comes with a weaker airflow distribution, Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 noise level is actually very similar to other AirGenius models. As usual, noise is virtually silent at speed 1 (sleep mode) and audible but not to intrusive at speed 3. Same goes with power consumption, it's at low to reasonable rate (less than a lightbulb) depending on what speed you are operating.At what cost
MRSP/ RSP**
+- 219.95
Annual Filter Cost
+- 0
^ Replacement filters/ estimated cost
Honeywell AirGenius 3 HFD300 VS the challengers
Honeywell AirGenius 4 HFD310
Slightly expensive but comes with 4 speed, better airflow performance, coverage and timer.Honeywell AirGenius 5 HFD320
Even more expensive but with best in-class CADR, purifying coverage and 5 speed airflow distribution.Verdicts and ratings
7.5
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More on Honeywell HFD300 AirGenius 3
The most obvious difference between the rest of AirGenius series is the white color body. Honeywell HFD300 AirGenius 3 air cleaner uses the same platform as the rest with the same overall dimension. Its tall but stable with a wide flat bottom and a firm weight. On top of the air purifier you will find a touch sensitive controls that features Honeywell Smart Controls 3 air cleaning selection mode. Covering the middle part of the body is the large honeycomb style filter that smoothen the airflow circulation thus reduce the noise level. On the whole the build quality Honeywell HFD300 AirGenius 3 is top-notch and highly durable.