![]() ![]() HoMedics, however, admits that their air cleaner has only a 99% filtration efficiency. However, a true HEPA filter retains 99.97% of airborne particles at 0.3 microns. The manufacturer states that the HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier is a HEPA air purifier as it uses a “HEPA” filter as its main filter - even calling the unit “HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier”. This would result in the filter being less effective and letting pollution pass through it before blowing it back into your environment. ![]() One reason is that the suction from the vacuum cleaner will very likely damage the integrity of the filter media. But it is very unusual for filters to be designed in this way. ![]() That obviously sounds appealing as it could be a great money saver. HoMedics is advertising that their air purifier has a main filter that can be vacuumed. How to remove the grill plate to access the filters. The g rill plate is made out of a basic plastic and we have concerns that the tabs that lock the grill to the air purifier will break off after some time from the frequent opening and closing to either change or clean the filters. This can be a bit tricky to open as you need to pull the tabs on both sides together. To access both filters you need to open the grill plate which is on the back of the unit. We also like that the control panel has a curved design, which makes it easy to clean. Thus, protecting the inside of the air purifier from collecting dust when the unit is turned off – which is good. The HoMedics air cleaners control panel sits on top of the unit and covers the outflow. The HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier operates by drawing the air in from the back of the unit and then releasing the filtered air through the top. The unit is basic and only offers three options: the power on/off button, clean filter indicator and the speed settings. ![]() The HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier is made out of a greyish plastic and may not appeal to someone who is looking for a more modern look. The manufacturer also claims that the “cleanable HEPA filter will last 5x longer than conventional filters” if the filter is vacuumed every month. The manufacturer markets the unit to be a “super quiet operation for bedrooms” and boasts an “ultra slim design”. As the manufacturer says the air purifiers “reduce the sufferer’s exposure to airborne pollen”, and that they “remove up to 99% of airborne contaminants like allergens, pollen, smoke and dust”. The HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifiers are primarily advertised towards people suffering with allergy. As the back of the air purifier functions as a pre-filter, this needs to be cleaned and vacuumed on a monthly basis as it is likely to collect significant amounts of dust over time. Replacement filters for the HoMedics air purifier can be purchased online for £19.99 (inc. The filter indicator lets you know when to clean the HEPA-type filter, which is every 2,800 hours of use and the HEPA-type filter will need to be replaced every 18 months according to the manufacturer. The pre-filter for the HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier is washable, and the manufacturer recommends that the filter is cleaned at least once a month. The unit does not have a remote control, a programmable timer, electronic filter check, or UV light, as the AR-29-GB model does. The unit has three basic functions an on/off button, a filter life indicator and a dial for the three different speed settings. The dimensions of the HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier are 43cm x 38cm x 22cm and the unit weighs 3.85kg making the air purifier easy to move around. The HoMedics AR-10A-GB is very similar to the AR-20-GB, which is suitable for a slightly larger room despite the size difference, however, the AR-10A-GB and the AR-20-GB have the same basic features. The mid-range unit (AR-20-GB) sells at £149.99 and the top end model retails at £199.99. At £99.99, the HoMedics Professional HEPA air purifier is the lower end model of their air purifier range. In the UK these products are sold through retailers such as Argos, Homebase, Curry’s and Debenhams. The company sells various products such as back, foot, and neck massagers, foot baths and humidifiers. HoMedics is a privately owned American company, founded in 1987. ![]()
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