Winix AM80 Air Purifier Review In 2023: Not The Best Pick!
Winix AM80 Specification
| Product | Winix AM80 |
Dimension | 15.1 x 23.5 x 8.7 in (38.4 x 59.7 x 22.1 cm) |
| Weight | 16.5 lb (7.5 kg) |
| Fanspeed | 5 |
| Coverage (up to) | 360 sq. ft. (33 m2) |
| Airflow speed | |
| Dust free (CADR) | 233 cfm (396 m3/h) |
| Pollen free (CADR) | 240 cfm (408 m3/h) |
| Smoke free (CADR) | 230 cfm (391 m3/h) |
| Humidifying(H) speed | |
| Filtration | 4-stage |
Pre-Filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Washable Fine Mesh Pre-Filter Permanent |
HEPA filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | True HEPA filter 1 year |
Carbon filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Activated Carbon Filter 3 months |
| Ionizer/ Technologies | PlasmaWave Technology |
UV-light/ PCO | - |
Other filter | - |
All-in-one filter - Lifespan - Replacement cost ($) | Filter A 115115 1 year +- 79.99 |
Optional/ Addon | - |
| Noise level | 27 dB |
| Power usage level | 5-70+ W |
| Timer/ Scheduler | No |
| Sensors | Dual Smart 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
- 4-stage filtration with PlasmaWave Technology
- Washable Fine Mesh Pre-Filter
- True-HEPA filter
- Activated Carbon Filter
- 5 fan speeds with Auto mode
- Automatic Sleep mode
- Air quality indicator - Blue (good), Amber (fair), Red (poor)
- Dual Smart Sensors
- 2 years warranty
Design and Usability
Winix AM80 grey exterior and modern design really stand out from the crowd. This 15.1 inches width, 23.5 inches height, and 8.7 inches depth framework offers versatility without impairing its filtration performance. The front air inlet can draw in a lot of air at one go while the top air outlet will quickly disperse clean air out. You can also effortlessly remove the front panel for an easy filter change. Weight is not the lightest but the back handle eases the process of carrying the air purifier. Overall, it is a mature design that one will appreciate its subtleness.
Winix AM80 WiFi air purifier is very easy to use with many dedicated buttons. You can adjust the 5 fan speeds, enable or disable Auto mode and PlasmaWave technology. In auto mode, the air purifier will run at a higher speed when a high concentration level of airborne contaminants is floating nearby. Sleep mode activates automatically when there is no light. It will set the fan speed to the lowest, disable PlasmaWave, and revert back to the previous setting when there is a light source. The top air quality indicator illuminates Blue when air quality is good, Amber when fair, and Red when air quality is poor. The filter change indicator will light red to alert you to replace the filter once it is worn out. The only thing missing here is the timer that unfortunately is only available in AM90 via the Smart app.
Winix AM80 air purifier is a quality product designed for 24 hours use. It is assured by AHAM Verifide on its performance and UL-certified Standards for Safety. It is also backed by Winix’s 2 years warranty to protect you from receiving any lemon unit.
Airflow, Coverage, And CADR
Enjoy instant clean air with a continuous 1 hour of operation. Winix AM80 air purifier can cover an AHAM Verifide 360 square footage of room space. Toning down to 2 air changes per hour, it can clean the air of up to 1,740 sq. ft. every 30 minutes, 580 sq. ft. every 20 minutes, or 435 sq ft every 15 minutes. Ideal for medium to large room sizes including bedroom, living room, kitchen, basement, offices, and nursery home.
| Brand | Purifying Coverage | Fan Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Alen BreatheSmart Flex | 700 sq. ft. | 4 |
| Austin Air HealthMate Plus | 1,500 sq. ft. | 3 |
| Pure Enrichment PureZone Elite | >190 sq. ft. | 3 |
| Rabbit Air BioGS 2.0 SPA-550A | 550 sq. ft. | 5 |
| PureZone 3-in-1 True HEPA | 200 sq. ft. | 3 |
| InvisiClean Aura II 4 in 1 | 1,276 sq. ft. | 4 |
Filters And Performance
Enjoy clean and fresh air with Winix AM80 air purifier 4-stage advanced PlasmaWave Technology. The first-stage fine mesh pre-filter traps large airborne particles like dust, hair, and lint. It is permanent and washable so you will need to clean it from time to time. The second-stage activated carbon filter absorbs chemicals and odors from cooking, pets, diaper, cigarette, VOCs, radon, asbestos, formaldehyde. It will also prolong the HEPA filter usage life by removing smoke particles. The True HEPA filter capture 99.999% of microscopic particles in the air as small as 0.003 microns e.g. mold, pollen, pet dander, and germs. Finally, PlasmaWave Technology produces Hydroxyls to removes hydrogen from the molecular structure of bacteria and viruses. The discharge dual polarity ions are safe and harmless to our health without creating ozone byproducts.Noise And Energy Usage
In sleep mode, Winix AM80 air purifier runs at a whispering 27 dB that you will barely hear a thing even when placed right next to you. Perfect after a long day that you need absolute peace and quiet. As an Energy Star model, energy usage is equally as impressive that will only cost you less than $0.05 per day or $1.6 monthly. For better energy management, leave it in auto mode and let the air purifier decide what speed you need it to work on.| Noise Type | Decibels |
|---|---|
| Winix AM80 | 27 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
Winix AM80 is a well-priced air purifier that offers more value than its price point would suggest. However, its higher range Winix AM90 would be a better pick as it offers WiFi support at a similar or sometimes cheaper price point. The annual filter replacement cost is the same at around 80 dollars so perfectly maintainable for everyday folks. Only consider AM80 if you want the black color option and have zero intention of utilizing the remote access feature.Pros
- Highly accessible 4-stage PlasmaWave HEPA air purifier for everyday use.
- Covers medium to large room size with decent airflow delivery rate and CADR.
- Carbon and True HEPA filters remove 99.999% of microscopic particles as small as 0.003 microns.
- Dual smart sensor supporting the 5 fan speed with Auto mode.
- Silent operation with a Sleep mode that kicks in when there is no light source.
- Made in Korea with 2 years warranty (U.S. based replacement).
Cons
- Pricing is very close to AM90, which offers convenient WiFi support for remote access.
- No direct timer and remote control; Available even in lower-end models.
- The short carbon filter lifespan requires quarterly replacement.
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