Honeywell AirGenius 5 Air Cleaner
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
It is nearly November and this week has seen some pretty frigid temperatures. I have already had to pull out my long winter coat to keep me nice and warm during supervision duties and the heater in our home has been running for about a month now. This is also the time when we tend to spend more time indoors which means this is usually when I pull out the air purifier. This year, our family will be using the Honeywell AirGenius 5 Air Cleaner to help reduce allergens, germs and odours.
At first, I was surprised by the sheer size of the unit. It only makes sense, though, since it is designed for large rooms up to 250 sq. ft. Featuring the patented QuietClean® ifD® advanced filtration technology, this air cleaner captures 99.9% of particles, both the ones you can see and the really small microscopic ones.
The smart controls are unique and allow you to easily select one of five air cleaning levels using easy-tap touch sensitive controls: SLEEP (almost silent operation), GERM (for cold & flu season), GENERAL Cleaning, ALLERGEN (for peak allergen season) or MAX Cleaning Power. While the first setting is fairly quiet, I found it to be really loud at the highest setting, which is to be expected. The good thing is, after my husband cooked dinner last night, the AirGenius was able to eliminate the strong cooking odours on the entire first level in mere minutes. Very impressive!
My daughter wanted to try it in her bedroom but I felt it was a little too big for such a small room and therefore unnecessary. I could leave it in the hallway and know it will be just as effective, especially with the oscillating feature. We all loved the lamp feature, too.
The Honeywell AirGenius Air Cleaner includes an ifD® filter which is permanent and very easy to clean. You only need to wash the filter four times a year and there is no need to replace it. It also comes with a VOC absorbing pre-filter, which can be used in conjunction with the permanent filter, that also captures larger particles, but will need to be replaced every three months. This model is Energy Star rated and uses about the same amount of electricity as a light bulb, a definite bonus!
You can purchase a Honeywell AirGenius Air Cleaner at places like Home Depot where it retails for $229 or you can win one here on Toronto Teacher Mom. Please submit your entries via the Rafflecopter form below. Open to Canada only.
Disclosure: I received product to help facilitate this review. Any opinions expressed in this post are my own.
176 COMMENTS
I like the 5 air cleaning levels, each levels make so much sense, I wonder why no one else thought of it before!
ReplyDeleteMelinda L.
I like the ifD® filter which is permanent and very easy to clean.
ReplyDeleteI love that it captures 99.9% of the particles in the air!! I have COPD, this would truly be a gem to win! Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI love the different settings such as GERM (for cold & flu season)!
ReplyDeleteI love that it is EnerStar rated.
ReplyDeleteI love that it is EnerStar rated.
ReplyDeleteI like that it is EnerStar rated and that it has a permanent filter. With allergies we could really could use one of these in this house. (Judy Cowan)
ReplyDeleteI really like the lamp feature! Hubby trips over his own feet in the night :) (Sabrina Tong)
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a germ setting - we just got over the flu!
ReplyDeleteI love that You only need to wash the filter four times a year and you don't have to replace it, That is great !
ReplyDeleteI love that it cleans the air...
ReplyDeleteEner star rated, germ levels and the lamp feature.
ReplyDelete(Lori Jackson)
the germ feature is awesome. I have a newborn and tryin gto keep everything super clean.. can't clean the air though..unless I have THIS :)
ReplyDeleteI love that it is EnerStar rated.
ReplyDeleteHaving different settings is something I really like...I suffer from allergies and respiratory issues so that is an awesome feature.
ReplyDeletevia Rhonda W G.
The germ setting is a necessity for my house!
ReplyDeleteAll the different settings!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that it is designed for large rooms up to 250 sq. ft.
ReplyDeleteRafflecopter Name is Anne Taylor
I love that it is EnerStar rated
ReplyDeleteI love that there is 5 feature settings including GERM
ReplyDeletethanks
love the permanent filter feature. thanks
ReplyDeleteI love that the filter only needs to be cleaned 4 times per year and that it never needs to be replaced.
ReplyDeleteEnerStar rated is a big selling point
ReplyDeleteI like the permanent ifD filter which is very easy to clean and only 4 times a year.
ReplyDeleteI love how you only have to wash the filter 4 times a year!
ReplyDeleteYou don't have to replace the filter, it just has to be cleaned, and only 4x a year isn't too bad
ReplyDeletei love that there are no expensive filters to replace - just wash it out a few times a year. Amazing
ReplyDeleteI really like the idea of the easy to clean permanent filter.
ReplyDeleteI love the smart controls allowing you to set it to which cleaning level you want.
ReplyDeleteI like that it has a sleep mode. I have a older one that is so noisy
ReplyDeleteI like the different settings especially the GERM (for cold & flu season)
ReplyDelete(Debbie W)
I love that it is silent and doubles as a lamp. Awesome for nighttime. I think it would be beneficial during the winter season for getting at those winter time flu germs
ReplyDeleteDOREEN LAMOUREUX
I like that you only need to wash the filter 4 times a year and It is a permanent filter
ReplyDeleteThe Germ and Allergen feature as I catch EVERYTHING under the sun, this would be a huge gift for me!
ReplyDeleteI love the whole unit. My son has asthma so I think this would be great. I think this is the same model I've seen in one of our classrooms at school where we have someone with a lot of allergies. I guess my favourite feature would be the Allergen setting
ReplyDeleteI like the different settings that you can use and also the Easy to clean, permanent washable primary filter.
ReplyDeleteLondia
silverneon2000 at yahoo dot com
I like that it has 5 different air cleaning settings
ReplyDeleteI like that it has an easy to clean, permanent washable primary filter.
ReplyDeleteSueSueper
I like that you can clean the filter!
ReplyDeleteI love the germ and sleep mode that would be wonderful for this time of year!
ReplyDeletethe GERM setting is the best... and the sleep mode is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteLove the 5 cleaning levels.
ReplyDeletewhat is there not to love about this one....love the 5 cleaning levels, the lights on it so no tripping in the night, the germ setting...love love love this unit...would so love it for my husband who so needs one. thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI love the fact there is 5 different cleansing levels also the amount of area it will do
ReplyDeleteI like that it captures 99.9% of the particles in the air, oh that what be so beneficial to my family..feeling better already!
ReplyDeleteI like that it is EnerStar
ReplyDeleteThe fact that it removes 99.9% of the particles is fantastic. I have two cats and we live out in the rurals. My house is so dusty, this would be fantastic in my home.
ReplyDeleteI love that the filters are washable, less waste.
ReplyDeleteI like the 5 air cleaning levels
ReplyDeleteNo need to replace filter!
ReplyDeleteThe germ feature.
ReplyDeleteIt actually cleans the air. I really love it! I also love that it has sleep mode.
ReplyDeleteI love that it only needs cleaning 4 times per year!
ReplyDeleteI like the oscillating feature
ReplyDeleteI like the Germ feature.
ReplyDeleteI need one of these! I'm allergic to everything and no matter how much I dust, my house is covered in the stuff. I love that sleep mode and germ mode. I'm looking forward to finally being able to breathe the clean air.
ReplyDeleteI really like the fact that it is "Energy Star rated". Using same amount of electricity as a light bulb is great!
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a permanent filter!
ReplyDeletethe permanent filter is a cool idea, also the germ setting with the flu going around
ReplyDeleteEvery feature is great i am a severe asthmatic whith bad environmental allergies but i think the permanent filter is a big plus because i have had air cleaners and they stop making replacement filters for them so they are seless after a short period of time
ReplyDeleteLove the Germ setting! Fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteI really do need that and I actually think we could all benefit from it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a ifD® filter which is permanent and easy to clean , this way no replacement every month!
ReplyDeleteI love that you don't have to clean the filter all the time (four times a year)
ReplyDeleteMy favourite feature is the permanent filter
ReplyDeleteMy favorite feature is that it includes a filter that is permanent and very easy to clean. I love the fact that you only need to wash the filter four times a year and there is no need to replace it.
ReplyDeletethat the filter is permanent and only needs to be cleaned
ReplyDeletejan
I love that it is EnerStar rated!
ReplyDeleteThe GERM (for cold & flu season) is perfect for now!
ReplyDeletethe size is what attracts me as I don't have a huge huge house
ReplyDeleteHaving used several different air purifiers which have ultimately disappointed me, I think the fact that this one has a filter that only has to be cleaned 4 times a year might be the best feature. I have had two that seemed to malfunction only AFTER having to clean the filters.
ReplyDeleteI like the permanent filter.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the permanent filter that you just have to wash!
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a germ setting.
ReplyDeleteI like the permanent filter and the fact you only need to clean it 4 times a year
ReplyDeletetoo many cool features to be able to just choose one :)
ReplyDeleteI like that you can clean the filter and not hunt around in stores trying to find a replacement Chandra Christine O'Connor
ReplyDeleteLove the germ feature!
ReplyDelete(Amirah)
I like that it is EnerStar rated!
ReplyDeleteI like these settings the most: SLEEP (almost silent operation), GERM (for cold & flu season), ALLERGEN (for peak allergen season). Quiet operation while sleeping is always preferable, and allergen/germ settings are necessary with pets in house. I have family members with allergies.
ReplyDeleteThe permanent filter!
ReplyDeleteI love the touch screen console
ReplyDeleteOdors...when you mentioned that it caught my eye. My wife and her side of the family are Filipino and I don't know if you know Filipino's but they love fish. Fresh fish, Sardine fish, frozen fish, fish stew, fried fish, boiled fish, baked fish...reminds me of Forrest Gump and the Shrimp. Anyhow...the friend fish dammit it smells like dirty socks. This would be great.
ReplyDeleteThe 5 air cleaning levels, and the lamp feature sound awesome.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite feature is the fact that its Energy Star rated and uses about the same amount of electricity as a light bulb ... cant beat that for efficiency
ReplyDeleteI love the different settings... but especially the ALLERGEN as both my daughter and I suffer from allergies.
ReplyDelete"ifD® filter which is permanent and very easy to clean. You only need to wash the filter four times a year" - this is a great feature!! Not many cleanups!
ReplyDeletemy fave feature is the permanent fliter, no stress in trying to track down filters.
ReplyDeleteMy fav feature is the fact it has 5 settings!
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a permanent filter that you can just clean at home and reuse! That is by far the best feature ever!
ReplyDeleteI love that you can wash the filter!
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a permanent filter.
ReplyDeletelove the smart controls and 5 settings!
ReplyDeleteI like that you only need to wash the filter four times a year!
ReplyDeleteI like that the control buttons are backlit so I can operate the thing in low light/in the dark.
ReplyDeleteI like the permanent filters, easy to clean!
ReplyDeleteIt captures 99.9% of particles
ReplyDeleteOh fun, I want to win. I love these air filters so sleek and silent!
ReplyDeleteI most like that it has five air cleaning levels.
ReplyDeleteI like this feature: QuietClean® ifD® advanced filtration technology, this air cleaner captures 99.9% of particles.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
I like that the filter can be washed & doesn't need to be replaced.
ReplyDeleteoops - forgot to mention that my rafflecopter name is Julie G.
ReplyDeleteI love that it reduces odors.
ReplyDeleteI love that it includes an ifD® filter which is permanent and very easy to clean. You only need to wash the filter four times a year and there is no need to replace it. That is perfect and money saving too!
ReplyDeleteEnergy Star qualified!
ReplyDeleteVery excited about this giveaway! Once you have any pets in the house, it's essential to have one. Especially if you have allergies!
ReplyDeletei love the multiple settings and the sleek design
ReplyDeleteThat it gets rid of odors & 99% of particles
ReplyDeleteI love that it uses about the same amount of electricity as a light bulb.
ReplyDeleteI like the permanent filter that only needs to be washed out 4 times a year. This would save a lot of money compared to the ones where you have to keep buying new filters.
ReplyDeleteLove this and would be an amazing win .better air for my young one.
ReplyDeleteI love it's energy star rating so it not only helps my lungs but also helps not wasting.
ReplyDeleteI am all about saving energy these days so the fact that it is ENERGY STAR Qualified is amazing!
ReplyDeleteI like the ALLERGEN Feature as I suffer from seasonal allergies
ReplyDeleteThat you don't have to buy filters...its reusable and only needs to be cleaned 4 x's a year... ~ xoxo
ReplyDeleteI really love how it looks, and I like the germ filter - perfect for getting rid of colds easier
ReplyDeleteGerm feature
ReplyDeleteI like that the filter is permanent.
ReplyDeleteI like that you can clean the filter and not have to replace it.
ReplyDeleteI love that it has five settings- especially MAX Cleaning Power *cue Tim The Tool Man Taylor grunt*
ReplyDeleteI like the oscillating feature
ReplyDeleteI love that you only need to wash the filter 4x a year (kristy short)
ReplyDeleteI love that the filter is permanent- nothing more to buy! tuesdayef at (aol do)tcom
ReplyDeletethe permanent and easy to clean filter!
ReplyDeleteI like the Max Cleaning and it has a sleep mode and reduces germs and allergens.
ReplyDeleteI love that the filter is cleanable and you don't have to buy new ones!
ReplyDeleteLove that the filter only needs to be washed and not replaced.
ReplyDeleteThis would really help with my allergies1
ReplyDeleteHonestly, besides the fact that it captures 99.9% of particles, I REALLY like the touch-sensitive technology. So high tech! Love it
ReplyDeleteThe germ setting:)
ReplyDeleteI love that it captures 99.9% of the particles in the air!!
ReplyDeleteThe Germ and Allergen feature is my favourite.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite feature is that it cleans the air :) With two dogs, a cat, carpet and a family full of allergies, we NEED one of these!
ReplyDeleteBesos, Sarah
Blogger at Journeys of The Zoo
I like the idea of never having to replace the filter, sounds ingenious!
ReplyDeleteI like that you get to choose what kind of cleaning setting to put it on. Many of them only have 1 setting.
ReplyDeleteangela mitchell
the germ killing is definitely great
ReplyDeletegood luck to all
aka midgeknows
I like that it has a 'Sleep' setting, as I am very light sleeper!
ReplyDeleteYou had me at "You only need to wash the filter four times a year and there is no need to replace it" Tasks like that are what always fall to the bottom of my to do list - the less upkeep the better!
ReplyDeleteI love the smart controls feature so that I can pick which setting would best suit my needs
ReplyDeleteI like that it has 5 different settings... with all the different seasons we face, the area is always different, and you can adjust to what is really need at different times.... Right now I would the the GERM cycle, as we are a house full of sickies!
ReplyDeleteLove the permanent easy clean filter and the frugal use of energy!
ReplyDeleteDiana Corlett
dianacorlett AT gmail.com
The Germ feature! We have four children and have been going through our annual Winter Illness Marathon and have had one type of illness for over two months! Save me!
ReplyDeleteI love the fact that it's Star rated
ReplyDeleteI like the 5 cleaning levels
ReplyDeleteI like the different settings, specifically that you can have it filter what you need it to do based on the season. I suffer from allergies, so being able to filter out allergens and then also filter out germs in flue season? That's just awesome.
ReplyDeleteI love the washable filter!!! No need to purchase replacements!!! :D
ReplyDeletenever having to replace the filter,
ReplyDeleteI love the washable filter
ReplyDeleteI like that it has five air cleaning levels
ReplyDeleteI like it eliminates the strong cooking odours.
ReplyDeleteI really like that the filter can be washed and re-used- less waste and more money in my pocket!
ReplyDeleteMilena M.
Love that the buttons light up at night.
ReplyDeleteIt also comes with a VOC absorbing pre-filter, which can be used in conjunction with the permanent filter, that also captures larger particles, but will need to be replaced every three months!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI like that the filter is easy to clean.
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ReplyDeleteMy favourite feature is the easy to clean filter- that's amazing.
ReplyDeleteI love the washable filter. Easy, and quick.
ReplyDelete-Joan Veeder jmveeder@hotmail.com
I like that you can wash the filters.
ReplyDeleteFlorence C
I like that Energy Star rated, as that is my first concern with heaters, dehumidifiers, purifiers etc. I also love the germ and allergen settings!
ReplyDeleteLove that it has the VOC filter, that it oscillates and the germ setting
ReplyDeleteMy favorite feature is that you never have to replace the filter and only have to wash it four times a year.How awesome is that!!
ReplyDeleteI like that you can wash and reuse the filter.
ReplyDeleteI like that it has sleep mode
ReplyDeleteThe modes are a fantastic idea. My son has allergies August-Oct and then again April/May.
ReplyDeletei love that you only have to wash the filter a handful of times a year
ReplyDeleteAn air purifier would really help with my breathing issues
ReplyDeleteWow, sounds like a great product and worth visiting a retailer to learn more.
ReplyDeleteThe room size it can clean - 250 sq feet? Great because our place is fairly open-concept. And that it uses a washable filter. I like that I won't have to buy anything and store it somewhere.
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DeleteMy favourite feature is that the filter only needs a wash 4x a year!
ReplyDeleteI like that the filter is permanent and easy to clean.
ReplyDeleteNancy
tis-so at hotmail dot com
This would be the ultimate appliance to help with my sons breathing of fresh and clean air in the house at all times. Phil
ReplyDeleteI like the easy to clean permanent filter.
ReplyDeleteI like the fact that this cleans odors from the air.
ReplyDeleteCarol Oddy (jezzy005@gmail.com)
I love the germ setting on this one! My little guy gets chest coughs because of the air in our house. This could really help him!
ReplyDeleteI love the modern design ... looks great !!!
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