Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier vs Dyson Pure Cool Me
Buy the Winix 5500-2 for a whole room: it cleans up to 360 square feet, has a true HEPA filter plus a washable pre-filter, and runs as quiet as 27 dB. Buy the Dyson Pure Cool Me only for a desk or bedside spot where you want directed airflow and a night mode. The Winix is the better value for most shoppers, but check the current prices at each store before you decide.
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Choose the Winix 5500-2 if you need to clean the air in a bedroom, living room or office up to about 360 square feet and want quiet operation with low filter costs.
- Cleans a full room up to 360 square feet
- Quiet 27 dB on low, good for bedrooms
- Washable pre-filter lowers long-term filter cost
- Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Ozone-free PlasmaWave and true HEPA
What separates them
| Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier | Dyson Pure Cool Me | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | Up to 360 square feet | Personal use, small spaces only |
| Filtration | True HEPA plus washable pre-filter and PlasmaWave | HEPA plus activated carbon, no pre-filter |
| Noise | 27-51 dB | Up to 63.5 dB at max speed |
| Weight | 7 kg (about 15.4 lb) | 2.7 kg (about 6 lb) |
| Air quality sensor | Yes, with auto mode | No |
| Speed settings | 4 | 10 |
| Smart control | Google Assistant and Alexa support | No app or voice assistant support |
| Filter upkeep |
Price history
- Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier: lowest $437.99 on Oct 29.
- Dyson Pure Cool Me: lowest $349.99 on Nov 6.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier | Dyson Pure Cool Me |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Shutoff | Yes | No |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage Area | 360 square feet | Personal use, Small spaces |
| Air Purification Type | PlasmaWave technology, HEPA | HEPA |
| CADR Rating | 246 (pollen) | 257 liters / second |
| Filter Type | True HEPA filter | Activated carbon |
| HEPA Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Ionic Filtration | Yes | No |
| Odor Absorbing | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent Filter | Yes (washable pre-filter) | No |
What reviewers say
Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier
Owners generally rate the 5500-2 well for allergy relief and quiet low-speed operation. Common complaints center on filter replacement costs and noise at the top speed.
- FiltrationPraisedOwners report less dust and fewer allergy symptoms in treated rooms.
- NoiseMixedLow speed is near silent, but high speed is loud enough to notice.
- Filter costCriticisedReplacement HEPA and carbon filters are a recurring expense.
- Auto modePraised
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a bedroom?
- The Winix 5500-2. It covers up to 360 square feet and drops to 27 dB, while the Dyson is a personal fan meant for a small space.
- Which one cleans more air?
- The Winix. Its 360-square-foot coverage and true HEPA filter handle a whole room; the Dyson is rated for personal use only.
- Is the Dyson worth it over the Winix?
- Only if you want a small, light fan that blows filtered air at you. For room-wide cleaning and lower filter costs, the Winix does more.
- Which is quieter?
- The Winix, at 27-51 dB. The Dyson reaches 63.5 dB at maximum speed measured 15 cm away.
- Do either work with a smart assistant?
- The Winix supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The Dyson Pure Cool Me has no app or voice assistant support.
- Which costs less to maintain?
- The Winix, because its pre-filter is washable and permanent. The Dyson uses a combined filter you replace.
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