Comments on: 5 Best Air Purifiers For VOCs – You Need More Carbon!

By: Milan Antonic

Milan Antonic — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 07:36:21 +0000

In reply to Stacey.

Hi Stacey,

Thank you for your kind comment.

Yes, the Winix 5500-2 emits a small amount of ozone, but this only happens when the PlasmaWave feature is turned on. When it’s off, the device doesn’t produce ozone. It’s also important to note that the device is CARB certified, meaning it complies with the stringent regulations set by California and is safe for use. Please also keep in mind that the PlasmaWave feature is set to on by default, so you will need to manually turn it off each time you turn on the air purifier if you prefer not to use it.

HEPA filters don’t produce ozone. This is because they are made of fibers, making ozone production impossible.

I hope this information is helpful. If you have any more questions, I would be pleased to assist you further!

By: Stacey

Stacey — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:30:24 +0000

Hi Milan,

Love the precision of this article and that you narrowed down great choices.
It looks like the Winix 5500-2 emits small levels of ozone which it not supposed to be healthy.
It’s unclear why this would be since hepa filtration allegedly doesn’t emit ozone but from what I read in some amazon reviews, it seems to emit very low levels which might still cause a problem for some people? Do you know much about this issue?
I would prefer to have no ozone but maybe some hepa filters emit levels that meet Calif safe standards?

thanks

By: Milan Antonic

Milan Antonic — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:32:57 +0000

In reply to DR.

Thanks!
I don’t see Levoit stating that these filter options have more carbon pellets than the Original Filter. So, using any of these wouldn’t be significantly different from using the Original Filter.

Anyway, the Levoit Core 400S is an outstanding air purifier that neutralizes smoke, VOCs, and bad odors, and if you really like it, then go for it. I’m sure it won’t disappoint you!

By: DR

DR — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:30:59 +0000

Great info. Milan!
Was wondering if the Levoit 400S could make this list with one of these filters:
LEVOIT Core 400S Air Purifier Toxin Absorber Replacement Filter, 3-in-1 True HEPA, High-Efficiency Activated Carbon, Core400S-RF-TX (LRF-C401-GUS), 1 Pack, Green
or
LEVOIT Core 400S Air Purifier Smoke Remover Replacement Filter, 4-in-1 True HEPA, High-Efficiency Activated Carbon, Core400S-RF-SR (LRF-C401-BUS), 1 Pack, Blue

Thanks,
DR

By: Milan Antonic

Milan Antonic — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:41:47 +0000

In reply to Stephanie. Hi, thank you for the kind words. Unfortunately, I still haven't come across a small and affordable air purifier that has enough activated carbon to combat VOCs effectively. Therefore, I can only suggest any air purifier from the list I created for the purpose of this article.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:33:33 +0000

Hi…I found your information very helpful as well as having a better understanding of VOC’s and the safest way to removing them. I am a medical aesthetician which involves the use of applying chemicals peels on my patient’s. For example, active ingredients such as Phenyl and Glycolic
and my treatment room is
about 1000 sq ft. However I do have on the counter a
small “air filter” which was required due to the COVID pandemic but I’ve been looking for a VOC filter and one that is reasonable in the price and the carbon filters also will be safe to use on a daily basis.
Looking forward to hearing from you
Thank you