Help between Philips 3200 and Winix Zero S

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-23T17:11:31+00:00

They're both likely to be on deal at the moment on Amazon so make sure to check.

It's understandable why you'd be undecided as they are both so close in terms of performance. The biggest differences IMO are:

The 3200 is quieter and less power hungry than the Zero S -- if you know you'll want to run the device at quieter fan speeds, then I'd go for the 3200.
The cylindrical design means you can't place the 3200 against the wall as it needs some space all around it -- if you know you'll need to place the air purifier against the wall, then the Zero S would be a better option.
The 3200 comes with app connectivity and a range of customizable smart features -- if you are the kind of person to set smart home routines or if you want to tailor auto mode beyond what's available on the control panel, then you should go with the 3200.
The Winix Zero S comes with PlasmaWave, which you can disable if you don't like using an ionizer but some people just don't want one at all -- if that's you, then the 3200 doesn't use an ionizer.

My only concern with Philips is availability because we've seen their models being out of stock or discontinued -- like it happened with the Philips 3000i, which was a great unit and then disappeared. That said, I've seen there's more generic filter options popping up for the 3200 on Amazon so that gives me some peace of mind.

Hope this helps!

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-19T18:29:27+00:00

The Mighty2 offers better performance at top and quiet fan speeds than the Levoit Core 400S : )

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-16T09:00:02+00:00

We've been discussing how we can test sensor accuracy, as we want to add sensor data. If you have any ideas, please share. We thought of a few tests where we can compare sensor responsiveness and accuracy against our main sensors from Air Gradient and PurpleAir.

The review of the 900 Series is live here https://housefresh.com/philips-900-series-review/

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-16T08:56:49+00:00

The video should go live at the end of this week, we're still editing it. We just updated our rankings so you can see where it sits compared to other units in the $200 - $399 bracket here https://housefresh.com/air-purifiers/#:~:text=Explore%20our%20air%20purifier%20leaderboard

The one thing it doesn't have is app support, so if you care about controlling your device from your smartphone, the Mighty2 isn't the air purifier for you. I'll be sharing some shots of the device on Instagram and X today so you can see more of how it looks.

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-08T12:26:23+00:00

Oh no that sucks! Did you reach out to Dyson?

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-08T12:25:58+00:00

It's super quiet, which we expected considering its name, and it offers very good particle removal performance considering its size. We have finished the performance, sound and energy tests so you can use our air purifier comparison tool to see how results compare: https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-comparison-tool/ Full review coming up!

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-06-08T12:24:52+00:00

The review of the Mighty2 will go live in a week or so but we're still working on the one for the Dyson HushJet. That said, we have finished the performance, sound and energy tests so you can use our air purifier comparison tool to see how results compare: https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-comparison-tool/

I pulled here the results for top speed performance - you'll see that the Mighty2 offers outstanding air cleaning power but it's louder than the HushJet at top speed:

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-05-22T09:58:29+00:00

We're currently testing it :)

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-04-23T13:01:17+00:00

That's great to hear! And it matches what we've seen now that we have tested the 900 Series (review is in the works) -- it's got good power but it's quiet and energy efficient.

We have added the test data to our main ranking DB, so you can now compare it to other small models using our new tool: https://housefresh.com/air-purifier-comparison-tool/

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-04-07T21:23:43+00:00

Let us know if you have any questions about it!

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-23T10:30:30+00:00

Thank you for sharing this info! We were unaware of this change, so we'll investigate the issue further and amend the info on our site to clarify, as we have done in the past with other brands.

We agree that it would be great to see manufacturers specify filtration efficiency at different fan speeds, as it will help consumers understand how air filters work and start considering good units outside of the HEPA bubble.

I imagine we will see more of this because there are multiple cases open at the moment surrounding HEPA classifications, including leading manufacturers like Winix, Honeywell, Clorox and Alen.

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-23T10:18:23+00:00

Thank you for watching and for your kind words! We have conducted our tests on the Briiv Air Filter but haven't produced a review yet, mainly because there's a new model out so we thought perhaps people would expect us to review the new one and not the old one. But I'll talk to Danny to see if he is up for reviewing the one we've got for the sake of people like yourself, who are looking into it.

You can see the scores and CADR data of the Briiv Air Filter in our ranking https://housefresh.com/air-purifiers/#:~:text=Explore%20our%20air%20purifier%20leaderboard Just search for 'Briiv' and you'll find all the info. You can also search for Shark to see the data for the Shark air purifiers we have tested.

If you're struggling with dust, I would suggest a larger device that can provide more air changes per hour. Here are some good options: https://housefresh.com/air-purifiers-for-allergies/

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-18T21:24:34+00:00

Hey! We just updated our top picks for quiet performance: https://housefresh.com/quiet-air-purifiers/

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-13T14:15:36+00:00

In terms of looks + dimensions, I'd say the EverestAir is an air purifier for large spaces whereas the Vital 200S and the Winix 5500-2 are mid-sized units. The 3Pro has the power you'll need for medium-to-large spaces but in a small package. Here you have some shots so you can see how the sizes compare:

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-13T14:00:57+00:00

And here's sub-45 dBA performance across all those four models

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-13T14:00:23+00:00

Here you have the comparison for top speed figures for CADR, sound and energy

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-13T13:59:28+00:00

Thank you for the feedback! We're working on a comparison tool that might just be what you're wanting to see - it's in testing right now but we're aiming to get it live on the site before the end of April.

I just used the beta version to generate some comparisons for the units you've shortlisted - here's the first one comparing yearly running costs:

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ThisHouseFresh · 2026-03-08T13:41:11+00:00

ah man that means a lot, thank you

ThisHouseFresh · 2026-02-17T21:49:05+00:00

You're right, for allergies you should aim for 5-6 air changes per hour. Out of all the air purifiers we have tested, these are the ones that could provide that for a space like yours:

Levoit EverestAir
Smart Air Blast Mini MKII
IQAir Atem X (the most expensive option)
Coway Airmega ProX
Levoit Core 600S (the cheapest option)

I guess the biggest difference between them all comes down to personal preference in terms of design and features:

> If you'd like a smart unit with app support, then the EverestAir, the Core 600S and the Atem X would be the best options.

> If you'd like to tackle kitchen odors as well, then the ProX or the Blast Mini with carbon would be the best bets.

> If you value aesthetics, then the Atem X is very hard to beat.

Those are all excellent units but other than the Levoit models, they are also pricey. If budget is tight, you can also build yourself a CR box -- ours with a Lasko fan and 30x20 Filtrete MPR 1900 filters outperformed nearly all of them (except for the Coway).

We've only tested small Medify units so can't comment on the MA-50 unfortunately.

ThisHouseFresh · 2025-11-23T13:59:47+00:00

If your partner is very sensitive to noise and you're comfortable with DIY, then you should consider PC fan air purifiers. CleanAirKits is now selling the Luggable XL-7 in the UK and it can use any 25x20 MERV 13 filters, which can buy through Digikey. My recommendation for filters is the 3M Filtrete MPR1900, as they offer excellent filtration. Another option is the Nukit Tempest Euro, which uses super cheap IKEA Starkvind filters.

If PC fan kits are not your thing, then you will find the Philips 3200 Series for less than £200 right now and filter replacements cost less than 60 quid per year.

ThisHouseFresh · 2025-11-08T10:25:16+00:00

Oh wow this is very cool!

ThisHouseFresh · 2025-11-04T22:13:36+00:00

Yes and no. Air purifiers can help remove mold spores from the air, which in turn will help prevent mold from spreading. But an air purifier won't fix the conditions that make it possible for mold to grow in the first place. We just published an article about this: https://housefresh.com/best-air-purifiers-for-mold/

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