Top Rated Air Purifiers - Most Consumers Choose Poorly
In this article I have listed the problems most people make when it comes to trying to choose one of the top rated air purifiers.
Below that I list 4 steps that will help you find the air cleaner that is right for you.
Even consumers who base their decision on a Consumer Reports Ratings or an Amazon Review often make these mistakes that turn out to cost them money.
Poor Air Purifier Choices Below are four of the buying mistakes people make: Poor Choice #1- The top rated air purifiers often do not match the problem.
An example would be buying an electrostatic cleaner (like Oreck) when you have allergies to dust or pollen.
You'd be better off with a HEPA filter machine.
Poor Choice #2 - Most online reviews and written reviews do not show actual tests.
Even a simple particle test or bacteria removal test would show the air purifiers ability to do a good job (Many air purifier particle test videos are available on YouTube.
See the link below).
Poor Choice #3 - Most air purifier websites use their own ratings.
This is for both marketing purposes, and financial gain in most cases.
One of the top allergy air purifier sites promotes the higher priced machines because they make more profit on them.
While higher prices generally mean a better item, it is not always the case.
These sites often have no physical evidence to support their claims.
I found that even Consumer Reports has some questionable practices - they evaluate purifiers based on their own criteria, which often excludes brands based on volume.
(The IQAIR purifier company made a huge argument with them about that several years ago).
Poor Choice #4 Many manufacturers create inflated profit schemes.
An example is the often over-priced replacement filters.
This means you buy the air purifier at a reasonable price only to discover that every 6-9 months you have to replace the filter which is $60-$120.
I have seen examples where within a year the person replaced the price of the machine when they bought filters.
How To Make The Right Choice STEP #1- Know the top 10 technologies.
Which of the ten technologies are right for you? (EX: Only 3 of the ten will really help dust and pollen).
My video explains each.
STEP #2 - Calculate the square footage.
I have seen people purchase a monster machine for a tiny bedroom, and a small unit for a 600 square foot family room.
Spend a few minutes figuring the footage out so you don't overspend or underspend.
Allow more square footage for cathedral ceilings too.
STEP #3 - Check comparison charts.
Once you know the filters you want and the square footage then look at a comparison chart to begin making some possible choices.
You'll be able to see prices, replacement filters costs (which are often over-priced!) and warranty terms as well in one place.
STEP #4Watch Video reviews and/or read spec sheets.
Seeing inside a machine is helpful, and reading spec sheets (and reviews) is a good way to narrow down your choices.
Below that I list 4 steps that will help you find the air cleaner that is right for you.
Even consumers who base their decision on a Consumer Reports Ratings or an Amazon Review often make these mistakes that turn out to cost them money.
Poor Air Purifier Choices Below are four of the buying mistakes people make: Poor Choice #1- The top rated air purifiers often do not match the problem.
An example would be buying an electrostatic cleaner (like Oreck) when you have allergies to dust or pollen.
You'd be better off with a HEPA filter machine.
Poor Choice #2 - Most online reviews and written reviews do not show actual tests.
Even a simple particle test or bacteria removal test would show the air purifiers ability to do a good job (Many air purifier particle test videos are available on YouTube.
See the link below).
Poor Choice #3 - Most air purifier websites use their own ratings.
This is for both marketing purposes, and financial gain in most cases.
One of the top allergy air purifier sites promotes the higher priced machines because they make more profit on them.
While higher prices generally mean a better item, it is not always the case.
These sites often have no physical evidence to support their claims.
I found that even Consumer Reports has some questionable practices - they evaluate purifiers based on their own criteria, which often excludes brands based on volume.
(The IQAIR purifier company made a huge argument with them about that several years ago).
Poor Choice #4 Many manufacturers create inflated profit schemes.
An example is the often over-priced replacement filters.
This means you buy the air purifier at a reasonable price only to discover that every 6-9 months you have to replace the filter which is $60-$120.
I have seen examples where within a year the person replaced the price of the machine when they bought filters.
How To Make The Right Choice STEP #1- Know the top 10 technologies.
Which of the ten technologies are right for you? (EX: Only 3 of the ten will really help dust and pollen).
My video explains each.
STEP #2 - Calculate the square footage.
I have seen people purchase a monster machine for a tiny bedroom, and a small unit for a 600 square foot family room.
Spend a few minutes figuring the footage out so you don't overspend or underspend.
Allow more square footage for cathedral ceilings too.
STEP #3 - Check comparison charts.
Once you know the filters you want and the square footage then look at a comparison chart to begin making some possible choices.
You'll be able to see prices, replacement filters costs (which are often over-priced!) and warranty terms as well in one place.
STEP #4Watch Video reviews and/or read spec sheets.
Seeing inside a machine is helpful, and reading spec sheets (and reviews) is a good way to narrow down your choices.
