Levoit LV-H132 Review: Night Light Ready
A brand that might not be as widely known as others. Levoit LV-H132 air purifier is proven to be a solid choice for the budget category. With many things to compromise given its size, how versatile can this True HEPA air purifier be? Does it have adequate purifying capacity as users demand? Head over to our extensive Levoit LV-H132 review below.
** 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.
Levoit LV-H132 Specification
| Product | Levoit LV-H132 |
Dimension | 9.7 x 14.6 x 9.8 in (24.6 x 37.1 x 24.9 cm) |
| Weight | 6.6 lb (3 kg) |
| Fanspeed | 3 |
| Coverage (up to) | 129 sq. ft. (12 m2) |
| Airflow speed | |
| Dust free (CADR) | 110 cfm (187 m3/h) |
| Pollen free (CADR) | 110 cfm (187 m3/h) |
| Smoke free (CADR) | 110 cfm (187 m3/h) |
| Humidifying(H) speed | |
| Filtration | 3-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Fine Preliminary Filter 6 months |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | True HEPA filter 6 months |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Activated Carbon Filter 6 months |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | |
UV-light/ PCO | - |
Other filter | - |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | LV-H132-RF Replacement Filter 6 months +- 19.99 |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | <= 43 dB |
| Power usage level | 28 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 | 2 years |
| Email/ Phone support |
Key Features
- 3-stage filtration
- Fine Preliminary filter
- True HEPA filter - 99.97% efficiency/ 0.3 microns
- Activated Carbon filter
- 3 fanspeed (low, medium, or high)
- Nightlight with 2 brightness setting
Design And Usability
Dimension
9.7 x 14.6 x 9.8 in
(24.6 x 37.1 x 24.9 cm)
Weight
6.6 lb (3 kg)Like most “cheap” air purifier in the group, Levoit LV-H132 is compact and lightweight. At only 9.7 x 14.6 x 9.8 in size and 6.6 lb weight, the modern cylinder shape design is perfect for bedside table use. Build quality is decent with a slight texture on the bottom to mimic the air vent. Speaking of air vent, you have air flowing in from the bottom, purified and release out at the top. You will also find 4 anti-skid pads on the filter cover to prevent the air purifier from easily move. What’s lacking is a handle slot to hold on; not a big deal given how portable the air purifier is.
On to the usability, there is a power, night light, filter reset, and fan speed button at the top. Pressing the power button once will turn on the air purifier, again to turn it off. Next to it is the Night Light button with a secret function. On normal press, the button will cycle between on, dimmed light and off. Press and hold the button will disable all button lights on the air purifier. Press any button again expect the Power button will enable the button lights back on. For filter reset button, press and hold the button for 3 seconds to reset the filter countdown. Lastly, The Fan Speed Button will cycle between speed 1, 2 and 3. Overall, controls are straightforward to use but the button is a bit small.
To recap, LV-H132 is a 3-stage compact air purifier with 3 speed, nightlight, and filter reset button. Standard support includes lifetime customer support and 2 years warranty. Autonomous purifying is not available in this air purifier.
Airflow, Coverage, And CADR
Purifying coverage
129 sq. ft. (12 m2)
Fanspeed
3
Dust CADR
110 cfm (187 m3/h)
Pollen CADR
110 cfm (187 m3/h)
Smoke CADR
110 cfm (187 m3/h)Recommended Read
Filters And Performance
Nothing extraordinary on Levoit LV-H132 air purifier 3-stage filtration setup. The top Fine Preliminary Filter would first trap medium to large particles. This makes it easy for the True HEPA filter to trap super fine airborne allergen, bacteria, and viruses. Activated Carbon Filter would handle household gases and odors but with restricted efficiency. Overall, filter quality is decent and the bundled filter kit so it can be easily replaced. Just flip over the air purifier and remove the filter kit from the bottom cover.Noise And Energy Usage
Noise level
<= 43 dB
Power consumption
28 WPricing And Maintainence Cost
MRSP/ RSP**
+- 89.99
Annual Filter Cost
+- 40
^ Replacement filters/ estimated cost
Levoit LV-H132 should be available in most major retailers like Walmart, Target, or HomeDepot. Skip the hassle and buy straight from Amazon to enjoy the best possible discount. You will also enjoy fast shipping and 30 days money back guarantee. Levoit official website is OK but the price is less attractive compared with Amazon. HEPA and carbon filter replacement are easy to get as this model is still in the market.
Levoit LV-H132 VS The Challengers
Levoit LV-PUR131
Why not move up the chain with a bigger and more powerful unit. It can delivers stronger airflow delivery rate, wider purifying, and utilize bigger filters. The downside is the price that you have to top up an additional 50 more (maintenance cost remains though).
PureZone 3-in-1
A popular alternative that is around the same price but comes with better coverage. There is also the added UV-C light filtration and timer. It's cons: limited availability, no nightlight, and weaker airflow performance. Surprisingly CADR is poorer too.
Levoit LV-H126
A newer addition to Levoit series. Despite being smaller and lighter, Levoit LV-H126 has a wider purifying. The price point is around half of what LV-H132 is offering with a lower maintenance cost. What's lacking is of course the nightlight feature.
Winix 5300-2
Significantly better airflow, coverage and more than double of its CADR for a little bit of top up. You are also blessed with AQ indicator, Auto/ Sleep mode, timer, and PlasmaWave. The only thing you do have to settle is a bulkier body without the nightlight option.Final Thoughts On Levoit LV-H132
All in all, we are satisfied with Levoit LV-H132 practicality and we are not alone. 79% of Amazons' user rated it 4-5 stars. Most praises coming from the price point, HEPA filtration, and compactness. However, a rather high 15% of users are disappointed for a few minor things. Most point to the noisy fan even at speed 1 and the poor airflow performance. A very small portion complains of the air purifier reliability. Given this is a budget air cleaner that on itself holds many restrictions. Levoit LV-H132 should be in your bucket list if you are hunting for a cheap air purifier.Pros
- Cheap price tag even before any discount.
- Very low filter replacement cost.
- 3-stage filtration that works without being compromised by the size.
- True HEPA filter performs well against microscopic particles.
- For a console air purifier, Levoit LV-H132 has a considerably small cylinder shape body.
- Built-in night light that is dimmable.
Cons
- Thin Activated Carbon filter that is far from great against odor.
- Very small purifying coverage that barely covers a room.
- "Only" 2 years warranty (as opposed to model that offer 5).
- Occasion rattling fan noise that will disappear after running for a couple of minutes.
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