Honeywell HPA-160 Specification
| Product | Honeywell HPA-160 |
Dimension | 10.9 x 28 x 13.2 in (27.7 x 71.1 x 33.5 cm) |
| Weight | 12 lb (5.4 kg) |
| Coverage (up to) | 170 sq. ft. (16 m2) |
| Dust free (CADR) | 120 cfm (204 m3/h) |
| Pollen free (CADR) | 130 cfm (221 m3/h) |
| Smoke free (CADR) | 110 cfm (187 m3/h) |
| Airflow speed | |
| Fanspeed | 4 |
| Filtration | 3-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | HRF-B2 Filter B Household Odor & Gas Reducing Pre-filter (2 pack) 3 months +- 14.95 |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | HRF-H1 Filter H True HEPA 1 year +- 18.95 |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | |
UV-light/ PCO | - |
Other filter | - |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | - |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | |
| Power consumption | |
| Timer/ Scheduler | 2, 4, 8 hours |
| 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 HPA-160 key features
- 3-stage filtration
- Odor reducing pre-filter
- True HEPA filter (99.97% filtration efficiency)
- Easy tap power control with 4 cleaning levels.
- Automatic shut-off timer (2, 4, or 8 hours)
- 5 years limited warranty
Honeywell HPA-160 review
- Newer updated sleek tower design (replacing HPA150).
- Uses True HEPA filter than is comparatively more efficient than HEPA-type filter.
- 4 cleaning level including Power Turbo mode.
- 3 pre-set timer setting that shuts off the machine accordingly.
- Worry-free 5 years warranty.
- Big price jump from the previous HPA150 model.
- Average "tower grade" purifying coverage.
- Unimpressive odor and smoke filtration.
- Soft but audible whine fan noise on 3, 4 speed.
Built and made in Mexico, Honeywell HPA160 HEPA is made from strong impact-resistant plastic that will prevent any absorbed airborne pollutants from leaking out of the air purifier. Similar dimension from the previous HPA150 model, Honeywell HPA160 HEPA is mroe conventionally structured as a tower air purifier yet it is still modernly shaped with no sharp edges on its corner. Its top easy tap controls are intuitive offering 4 cleaning levels, including Germ, Allergen, and Turbo Power. 3 pre-set timer setting is also a new welcome addition that auto-shut off the air purifier when time is up. With a reasonable weight and a supporting base, you could place it at a tabletop or just leave it on the floor without worrying it will tip over. To sum up, this Honeywell True HEPA Tower air purifier is well-built, easy to use and the smooth black exterior can be easily maintainable.
Airflow performance and applicable area
Tower air purifiers are known for average airflow performance so expect the same with Honeywell HPA160 HEPA. With the CADR of 120 cfm for dust, 130 cfm for pollen and 110 cfm for smoke, this Honeywell True HEPA Tower air purifier can deliver optimum cleaning within the range of 16 m2 (170 sq. ft.). With the 4 cleaning level mode, noise level is kept to minimum with the exception of turbo power mode that produce high pitch whirring noise. As an Energy Star qualified unit, Honeywell HPA160 HEPA power consumption is reasonable as well.
Final thoughts on Honeywell HPA160 HEPA
As an HEPA air purifier, Honeywell True HEPA Tower Honeywell HPA160 does everything it is required. It has the absorption strength, top-end filters that can filter 99.97% microscopic allergens as small as 0.3 microns such as dust, mold, spore, pollen, pet dander, chemical smoke and odor. If you don’t mind the slightly higher price and average overall performance, Honeywell HPA160 HEPA will be an ideal option.
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
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