I have a Cystic Fibrosis, so had the IQ air before I got a cat... We just got a kitten and I don't have any problems with fur and dander in air. I'm also extremely allergic to cats, so the IQ air has made it possible to live with one. Also it's pretty quiet, kinda like white noise, at lower settings I don't notice the sound. Awesome you did this review!
If you’ve never used an air filter these are great. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx_dppjvjF8BYEmPSDTcgCUdRsgWYLXNHN I ended up with three after starting out with one. The noise level depends on the 1-3 settings with how hard you want the machine to work. You can also upgrade the filters and get one better for pet hair and smells which is a must have in my home. I noticed the air seemed lighter and easier to breathe when running the machine for the first time. Works great every time. Highly recommended!
I was getting so stressed wondering which to get last week and didn't even see that you had a video on them. I'm glad I went with the WINIX-5500 though!
2 days in with my Levoit 300S and Lovin' it. Just started to get cold at night so windows closed and instead of waking up in a stuffy room it was very fresh. I couldn't even tell there was cat butt near my head. This will keep my 240+ sqft room clean when the cali-fires get bad as well to keep my new high-end/fan-heavy Computer. Great price , can be very quiet and has great 'smart' features.
Great review we have the Winix 5500-2. We just set it on Auto (the default) and let it run 24/7. it usually stays in the low fan settings only moving to medium when it senses an odor or smoke. I checked the wattage that it uses on this auto setting, 5-7 Watts and 38-42 db so it's a tiny amount to run and quiet too. To test the air quality sensor a little air freshener sprayed at it at 6 feet let's you know it is working.
I have a 6500-2 at my parents house, and the auto function is worthless. My dad smokes in the house and the light stays blue and the speed at low, despite him sitting 4 foot away chugging down some cigarettes. I run it on high and call it a day.
Winix 5500-2 - have this as well. I keep it in the vicinity of the litter boxes and works amazingly. a couple of months ago, my apt's electricity went out and I forgot to start it for about a week. I cleaned litter per usual, but I ONLY noticed the item was actually off because of the difference in odor over those few days. Highly recommend.
Looking at reviews on air purifiers Winix is one of the top rated brands. I just ordered a Winix HR900 Ultimate Pet True HEPA PlasmaWave Air Purifier and am looking forward to setting it up near my litter boxes. When I can afford it I am going to buy a second one to put near the other part of my apartment where I have another litter box set up.
I always love how you post right when I’m looking for a specific product😭😂 love your videos thank you ❤️also can I ask why you tried the 211+ instead of the 211+ auto?
Jenna, I love hearing that the reviews are timely! So, the 211+ is the one that I've seen rated highly, and while automatic speed adjustment is nice, it's not something you need, so I didn't view this feature as being an essential add-on. I do find the colorful lights fun and entertaining (watch it change when your cat gets a little gassy!), so if you're interested in that, it's certainly worth the extra $40.
Good review. Some other good ones are the Honeywell HPA600B, Austin Air, and Rabbit Air A3. Also, important to buy a good quality vacuum with a hepa exhaust filter. I have the Miele C1. It's awesome.
I bought a Honeywell HPA3300B out of desperation when I turned it to be allergic to the pug I adopted who constantly sheds. I would NOT recommend it. The air definitely 'feels' cleaner but I am still affected by allergies running it on turbo 24/7.
To me it just makes sense that a litter box air purifier would be motion activated and then stay running for a certain period of time or could be adjusted to run for a period of time that the consumer sets. Rather than having to leave it running all day long. BUT I didn't know an actual litter box air purifier existed so thank you for that!
Hi, Bob from Purrified Air. We set the Purrified Air filter to run continuously because odor is being generated any time there is waste in the litter box. At 12 cents per kilowatt hour, it costs about $4.00 per year to run 24-7. The only time you might want to shut it off is when a cat is skittish about the low sound of the device. We have a sensor in development which will shut off the filter for 1-5 minutes when a cat approaches.
OMG! You cracked me up when you stayed hanging over the air purifier, letting your hair “blow in the wind”! That was so fun and entertaining, and showed great personality. Super cute!
Thanks for the great review, Mallory. You had me at "Purrified Air doesn't have any equal." Myself and the rest of the crew in the Purrified Air Lair wholeheartedly agree.
Thanks for your interesting and informative content. I am building a new house and was looking for this exact data. I test as allergic to cats. The problem with the test is that I am allergic to some small percentage of cats. Believe me, the few that I react to are horrible. It would qualify as torture to force me to be around them. It's not painful, but my eyes and ears itch enough to drive me around the bend. If you have this reaction but really love kitties, research the different breeds. I understand that some are better than others. I just know that only about 2% of cats effect me.
I had the Wnnix before I got my furbaby & just started to purchase their pet filter to put on the 5500-2 as it's compatible. I'm so thankful for that and I can definitely tell when "she" isn't on!! Affordable enough to for me to get a second as my kitty has FeLV (or not until proven otherwise🙌🙏) & the extra air quality is good for him too!
I actually learned from a recent allergy test that I’m at a level of 65.70 for cat dander! High is about 17.51-50.00. So I’m very high all the time from my cats xD. I don’t feel a thing though, have had cats for over 22 years!
Huh, that's fascinating to know! Is it possible that you've gotten used to constant symptoms and don't recognize them? Regardless, it's good that you've not noticed anything all of this time. Imagine if you'd gotten tested earlier and missed out on having cats all of these years.
@@AllAboutCatsYT my whole life would be so different and I’m confident that it wouldn’t be as fulfilling ;_; muh babies!! My older brother actually had pretty bad allergies to our first cat, so I’m gratefurr it doesn’t get to me :D I do have asthma but it only really kicks in when the air quality gets bad here. Recently we’ve had a lot of smoke in New York City due to the fires from Canada. I mostly just get a bad headache though🙀. I’ve also been hiking since I was 9, so that makes sure my lungs get a lot of good exercise and being up in altitude always feels wonderfurr
What you feed your cat will make a difference in allergies as well. If you stick to grain free, high protein mostly wet food that will also help with allergies 😊. We have four cats in our house and couple of my kids are allergic. They rescued those cats so I can't get rid of them and before I even thought of air purifier, we went right to diet with some legit results. We actually still don't have purifier, but now looking because shedding season is insane with four of them
can you review the pet snowy+ automatic litterbox ? specifically to compare it to the litter robot? its about the same price, and has so many more features.
@@emilyhull781In case anyone is wondering in 2024 and beyond, yes and no. I've noticed some hair in the cover of the purifier which is nice. My robotic vacuum still picks up a lot of hair. I didn't buy the purifier for a reduction in cat hair though.
We did touch upon it in this video (timestamped so you'll go straight to the SY review): th-cam.com/video/Oe9gsyg7H30/w-d-xo.html I'll also consider a dedicated brand review. Thanks!
I need a good cool mist humidifier for my cat. I need to mist colloidal silver for his constant cough that he has. Yes we’ve been to the vet and he’s been on many antibiotics.
Have you ruled out asthma? Secondly, while I've not looked into air humidifiers for cats, specifically, any cool mist humidifier appropriate for people should be perfectly fine for your cat as well. I generally trust Wirecutter's reviews: www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-humidifier/
I have three budgies.. and have lung issues.. need an air purifier which will help me to be able to keep my budgies.. ty. which one would be best for bird dander. ty so much...
Can anyone please tell me if Air Purifiers alter the air pressure in room? Ever since I switched the Levoit 300s I feel like my eyes getting blocked as in an airplane. Any of you having this feeling or it maybe a coincidence that my ears clogged for some reason at the very same moment? Second question is that on the medium speed the device has like a very low whistling like sound. Not on low or high. I hear it only on medium fan speed. Its hard to describe this sound but its like a plane engine but on a low volume. Please help!
i just purchased the coway airmega and as much as i love it having 2 hepa filters and carbon built in. there are 2 huge issues. 1) you cant disable the chime. 2) you cat will touch the buttons like mine if they jump on it and lay. expect a 3am wakeup call with the purifier going from off or full speed :-(
Hi, I noticed that the Levoit Air Purifier is basically hollow in the middle do u think it would be a bad idea to place the purrified air filter media inside of it to get the same effect as the purrified air filter but with a levoit? I would still keep levoit filter there as well. I have a bunny and their pee is very potent, the hay gets dusty and of course she sheds so iI was looking for an air purifier for my small space that deals with dust, hair and her smell (my space is only 90 sqft though I will move to a studio apartment this summer likely to be 200-ish sqft). Thank you so much for making this video!
Hey you 😊 I had a house fire. Neighbors apt caught on fire below me. My unit filled with smoke. I have a light layer of soot everywhere. I'm disabled. Theyre forcing us to live here and won't help us move (disabled housing). Attorney is helping and got them to agree to buy an air purifier. I also have a Chihuahua. What one is the best for my situation if cost isn't an issue? 1 bedroom apartment. Thx. ❤
I followed your link for: 16:02 Most User-Friendly: Alen BreatheSmart Classic (Pet Dander/Odor Bundle) and the price say $$1,419.09 - NOT $629 whyyyyyy I dont understand
i wish i watched this before i bought my air purifier last month! i decided to go totally ozone free and got the tiny Hamilton Beach TrueAir - super cheap and surprisingly effective for my small bedroom EDIT: i will say it doesn’t do much for odor but i am mostly concerned about air quality/VOCs. if you are concerned about odor, look for air purifiers with Carbon filters like Mallory references in the video
Would love to see a shootout for the best air flow / lowest cost maintenance / best air purifying numbers: Medify MA-112 Nuwave oxypure Shark purifiers HP302 or HC502 Winix 5500-2 Kenmore PM1005 LEVOIT Core 300 , Core 600S Coway AP-1512HH , Airmega 400S
I have a cat and am married now to a man that has cat allergies, and so are my step kids. We also have family members on my husband's side with cat allergies! I wanted to keep my cat until the end of his life, so we got a HEPA filter. Omg...does it ever work!! No one reacts to the cat anymore.
Thank you so much for doing this video. I've been thinking about buying a new purifier. Several years ago I researched purifiers for my boss. The last two were the ones that came out on top from my research along with the Molekule. I'll admit, I was disappointed that you didn't have that one. I was wondering why they are at the bottom of your list though. Is it due to price? I will now go and read your written version to find more info. Again, thank you so much.
Hi there! It's interesting to hear from someone who's spent some time researching air purifiers. Did you see Wirecutter's review of the Molekule or hear about the investigation into their claims? This brand has come under some pretty serious scrutiny recently and was found to be making some very questionable claims about their products based on less-than-ideal testing setups. It sounds like you probably did your research before all of this went down in 2020. For someone who's interested in consumer products and air purifiers specifically, it's an interesting little drama. I'll put a few links so you can learn all about it. Here's the original Wirecutter review that really showed the Molekule's particle filtration weaknesses: th-cam.com/video/VM9CJZpqfpA/w-d-xo.html Molekule's response to the review: th-cam.com/video/sAuZok410V4/w-d-xo.html And here's an article about how Molekule had to retract most of its advertising claims: www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/molekule-retracts-most-of-its-advertising-claims/ So...this is why I didn't include the Molekule in this list. Would love to hear your thoughts on all of this as well. :)
@@AllAboutCatsYT I had not heard about this. It was early 2019 when I did the research. Thank you for bringing it to my attention. I will have to read these articles. Since New York Times covered it, I'm sure the allegations are true.
@@AllAboutCatsYT Read and watched them all. Thank you for including Molekule's response. Not sure about Wirecutter's testing. Other people that tested before them in real world circumstances (in home with pets and children) and got much better results. Although they did feel lower priced brands performed better than the Molekule. They definitely went overboard with their advertising that they lost those cases. Sadly, many companies do this. Wonder why they got nailed for it and other companies haven't? I'm not talking about just air purifiers, but in general. I am glad this got pointed out though. And UGH! too many myogenic men commenting on the older videos I watched! They hate Molekule because it is owned by a woman and state that is why it is inferior. They didn't even bother to find out who the owner was, but how dare a woman be the spokesperson!
Also just found out that Molekule's Mini purifiers have been cleared by the FDA. They use the same technology as the large ones, so I don't know if the large ones didn't pass or what. They also have one for hospitals that passed. Guess we also need to add whether the purifiers have been approved by the FDA now also! www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf20/K200500.pdf
I've tried multiple filters and they'll help with smoke and smells, but there's very little hair or dust actually in them. There are tufts o f hair just floating around my house with 3 animals, but the filters had no hair in them! How?!
Mine was branded as the "Unicorn Beetle", though I think you may be right that they're the same product under different labels. It's been great over the years. Thanks for commenting!
There are a few good, smaller purifiers out there. Check out the selection from Winix: www.amazon.com/Winix-A230-Purifier-classroom-Charcoal/dp/B08HW4HX66
can you compare the best wet food slow feeder bowls + mats? i elevate my cats bowl but he still scarfs and barfs frequently. ive been looking at Lickimats but there’s different patterns and styles etc
@@AllAboutCatsYT okay what about all the other products. I'm trying to order toys, litter boxes, yours, etc., I'm basically looking at it all... What about humidifiers that are safe for cats and humans I live in a very dry climate and I think it affects my cats respiratory/nose/eyes .. as well as mine
@@AllAboutCatsYT I was a little confused about something. The Winix model is equipped with a timer, so I was thinking it could only be run for those time intervals. Looking at the product website, it states the purifier can also be run continuously in Auto mode which will automatically adjust fan speed based on its sensors. These products beat the heck out of the cheap little gadgets from a big box store I was considering. Thank you so much for this review. Now I just need to find a place to set up a purifier, and I think it will end up closer to the ferret cage, as it is quite ... aromatic.
Hi Bridget, you can check the date when the videos were uploaded to see when those recommendations were made; generally, they are up-to-date, but some are older and may need to be refreshed. For example, I last created an updated litter roundup in 2021, and I've since found that Dr. Elsey's litter is a bit too sludgy and dusty. I'd recommend looking through the comment section to see what people are saying about the recommendations; often, video viewers will contribute more fresh knowledge than the review itself. Regarding humidifiers, basically any humidifier will be safe for your cat. Just make to sure to avoid the ones that involve essential oils and keep it out of your cat's reach.
Maybe a video about what air purifier is beat for cats with asthma. Ion setting (ion might be the wrong word.) is toxic for cats that’s about all I know
The number of cats you have doesn't make that much of a difference in your need for air purification, so all of my recommendations here would be exactly the same whether you have one cat or three.
The Winx 5500 - many reviews mention that it has a huge negative due to something about the ozone (I don't fully understand it) but thay in result is harmful to pets. Was this not your case? Has this video been updated? I'm curious before I buy
@@sbm1961 no I never got a response and could never find anyone else saying anything about it much more than what she said. Still have yet to buy a purifier that I feel is safe enough
@@rubij8704 2 from HoMedics and 3 from Winix (all purchased from Costco). I prefer the Winix because they are smart and remind me when it’s time to change filters and show me when the air quality is bad
Good question! Unfortunately, I wasn't able to evaluate the cat hair capture abilities of these in any measurable way. Any good air purifier should be able to capture cat hair well. My only concern would be visible accumulation on an exposed prefilter like the one on the Blue purifier here.
I have to admit-that purifier didn't cross my radar when I was researching for this guide. It looks like it should be a good option, though, and I have a positive impression of Winix products in general.
I know you said the overall best was the Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier but I was wondering, if I in general want some odor control for small rodent animals (rats / chinchilla specifically) and litterbox from the cats do you recommend just the Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier or the Purrified Air Pet Odor Filter or both? The room size is approx 13x13 where everything is. I also have a rough collie who sheds a lot. I' m just really stuck on what I should get.
It's a good question. I felt that the Purrified Air was much stronger for odor control, and it would do well in a small space like that. The Winix doesn't have as strong a focus on odor, so you might find that it doesn't address your main concern as well.
I have the winix one and the ionizer makes my head hurt you can notice when it’s on you kinda feel light headed it’s weird and if you look it up lots of other people have also noticed the same thing but it’s good when plasma wave is off .setting 4 is the only loud one too first 3 are very quiet
Yes, all of them are good at removing dust from the air. Dust is a large particle, and all of the purifiers shown here are competent in capturing large and small particles.
I understand all cats are different, but did you have issues with scratching of the cloth pre filter in the Blue Air and or laying on top of it? Of course the only one I see potential issues with is the one I want 😅 It’s pretty Awesome video as always
@@DeeDee-rr3sn definitely the larger grains, maybe mix cat, the track is ok, only w the honeycomb with bag style where you dump back in , took me a long time to figure that out, tiny grains litter are a mess I started with that and didn’t like
We bought the enviroklenz with UV (great reviews not just on your video) and not one reviewer mentiined the "hospital smell it produces", not sure if it is the filter and it will go away but is terrible. Very desappointed, granted its been 1 week so far but didnt like it.
I've heard about this with other purifiers-the carbon filters sometimes accumulate odor and don't work as well (and may produce an odor) if they've sat around too long in the warehouse. I'd recommend contacting their customer support, as they may be able to help.
Can we talk about how the Purrified Air is just a glorified computer fan and filter. Don’t get me wrong I’m sure it works but the fan itself is dirt cheap to replace lifetime warranty or not. At most I’d spend 50 dollars but sometimes it feels like companies like that really take advantage of cat owners :/
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I have a Cystic Fibrosis, so had the IQ air before I got a cat... We just got a kitten and I don't have any problems with fur and dander in air. I'm also extremely allergic to cats, so the IQ air has made it possible to live with one. Also it's pretty quiet, kinda like white noise, at lower settings I don't notice the sound. Awesome you did this review!
If you’ve never used an air filter these are great. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx_dppjvjF8BYEmPSDTcgCUdRsgWYLXNHN I ended up with three after starting out with one. The noise level depends on the 1-3 settings with how hard you want the machine to work. You can also upgrade the filters and get one better for pet hair and smells which is a must have in my home. I noticed the air seemed lighter and easier to breathe when running the machine for the first time. Works great every time. Highly recommended!
Who else is allergic to their cat?
Lol me 🤦🏽♀️
Yep.... :s
Right here.
Me… and I just adopted her…
Me… and I have two
I was getting so stressed wondering which to get last week and didn't even see that you had a video on them. I'm glad I went with the WINIX-5500 though!
This is an extremely underrated videoc
2 days in with my Levoit 300S and Lovin' it. Just started to get cold at night so windows closed and instead of waking up in a stuffy room it was very fresh. I couldn't even tell there was cat butt near my head. This will keep my 240+ sqft room clean when the cali-fires get bad as well to keep my new high-end/fan-heavy Computer. Great price , can be very quiet and has great 'smart' features.
I didn't see her review the Levoit. Not sure why. I have a levoit also.
Great review we have the Winix 5500-2. We just set it on Auto (the default) and let it run 24/7. it usually stays in the low fan settings only moving to medium when it senses an odor or smoke. I checked the wattage that it uses on this auto setting, 5-7 Watts and 38-42 db so it's a tiny amount to run and quiet too. To test the air quality sensor a little air freshener sprayed at it at 6 feet let's you know it is working.
I have a 6500-2 at my parents house, and the auto function is worthless. My dad smokes in the house and the light stays blue and the speed at low, despite him sitting 4 foot away chugging down some cigarettes. I run it on high and call it a day.
Winix 5500-2 - have this as well. I keep it in the vicinity of the litter boxes and works amazingly. a couple of months ago, my apt's electricity went out and I forgot to start it for about a week. I cleaned litter per usual, but I ONLY noticed the item was actually off because of the difference in odor over those few days. Highly recommend.
I have one of the MASSIVE sized IQAir purifiers. Due to super bad allergies. It is the most incredible purchase I’ve ever made.
I'm so glad it works well for you.
Where do you purchase the filters and how much do they cost - I am in canada - thx
Looking at reviews on air purifiers Winix is one of the top rated brands. I just ordered a Winix HR900 Ultimate Pet True HEPA PlasmaWave Air Purifier and am looking forward to setting it up near my litter boxes. When I can afford it I am going to buy a second one to put near the other part of my apartment where I have another litter box set up.
I always love how you post right when I’m looking for a specific product😭😂 love your videos thank you ❤️also can I ask why you tried the 211+ instead of the 211+ auto?
This it great, same here! Her reviews are so handy!
Jenna, I love hearing that the reviews are timely! So, the 211+ is the one that I've seen rated highly, and while automatic speed adjustment is nice, it's not something you need, so I didn't view this feature as being an essential add-on. I do find the colorful lights fun and entertaining (watch it change when your cat gets a little gassy!), so if you're interested in that, it's certainly worth the extra $40.
Same! 😂
Thank you so much for this vid, the litter box air Purrifer was exactly what I was looking for.
Good review. Some other good ones are the Honeywell HPA600B, Austin Air, and Rabbit Air A3. Also, important to buy a good quality vacuum with a hepa exhaust filter. I have the Miele C1. It's awesome.
I bought a Honeywell HPA3300B out of desperation when I turned it to be allergic to the pug I adopted who constantly sheds. I would NOT recommend it. The air definitely 'feels' cleaner but I am still affected by allergies running it on turbo 24/7.
To me it just makes sense that a litter box air purifier would be motion activated and then stay running for a certain period of time or could be adjusted to run for a period of time that the consumer sets. Rather than having to leave it running all day long. BUT I didn't know an actual litter box air purifier existed so thank you for that!
I agree. You could always connect it to a motion sensor/timed- circuit...a little tricky to hook up, but just a thought.
Hi, Bob from Purrified Air. We set the Purrified Air filter to run continuously because odor is being generated any time there is waste in the litter box. At 12 cents per kilowatt hour, it costs about $4.00 per year to run 24-7. The only time you might want to shut it off is when a cat is skittish about the low sound of the device. We have a sensor in development which will shut off the filter for 1-5 minutes when a cat approaches.
OMG! You cracked me up when you stayed hanging over the air purifier, letting your hair “blow in the wind”! That was so fun and entertaining, and showed great personality. Super cute!
I wish you had tested the AirDoctor as well. Lots of health gurus proport thats its the best. Would be interesting for you to test and get ur input
Thanks for the great review, Mallory. You had me at "Purrified Air doesn't have any equal." Myself and the rest of the crew in the Purrified Air Lair wholeheartedly agree.
Thanks, Bob. xD
Thanks, was thinking of getting one. Have 2 feral to “garage” cats I plan to make house cats this winter
Good luck with potentially taking those guys in! Hope this video helped.
If noise isn't a concern a box fan and hepa filter are a cheap combo.
Though I like the winix. It needs a good vacuum periodically.
Thanks for your interesting and informative content. I am building a new house and was looking for this exact data.
I test as allergic to cats. The problem with the test is that I am allergic to some small percentage of cats. Believe me, the few that I react to are horrible. It would qualify as torture to force me to be around them. It's not painful, but my eyes and ears itch enough to drive me around the bend. If you have this reaction but really love kitties, research the different breeds. I understand that some are better than others. I just know that only about 2% of cats effect me.
We have that problem in our house too but found if you feed them high protein, grain free mostly wet food that cuts back on dander allergies👍😊
Thanks!
Thank you!
I wish u would have reviewed the Levoit Air Purifier ($100 approx)- has a Hepa filter... the purifiers u r reviewing r pretty large & unsightly🤔
I had the Wnnix before I got my furbaby & just started to purchase their pet filter to put on the 5500-2 as it's compatible. I'm so thankful for that and I can definitely tell when "she" isn't on!! Affordable enough to for me to get a second as my kitty has FeLV (or not until proven otherwise🙌🙏) & the extra air quality is good for him too!
Does it catch cat hair well?
@@emilyhull781The Levoit 400S is great at picking up hair and dander.
I actually learned from a recent allergy test that I’m at a level of 65.70 for cat dander! High is about 17.51-50.00. So I’m very high all the time from my cats xD. I don’t feel a thing though, have had cats for over 22 years!
Huh, that's fascinating to know! Is it possible that you've gotten used to constant symptoms and don't recognize them? Regardless, it's good that you've not noticed anything all of this time. Imagine if you'd gotten tested earlier and missed out on having cats all of these years.
@@AllAboutCatsYT my whole life would be so different and I’m confident that it wouldn’t be as fulfilling ;_; muh babies!! My older brother actually had pretty bad allergies to our first cat, so I’m gratefurr it doesn’t get to me :D I do have asthma but it only really kicks in when the air quality gets bad here. Recently we’ve had a lot of smoke in New York City due to the fires from Canada. I mostly just get a bad headache though🙀. I’ve also been hiking since I was 9, so that makes sure my lungs get a lot of good exercise and being up in altitude always feels wonderfurr
What you feed your cat will make a difference in allergies as well. If you stick to grain free, high protein mostly wet food that will also help with allergies 😊. We have four cats in our house and couple of my kids are allergic. They rescued those cats so I can't get rid of them and before I even thought of air purifier, we went right to diet with some legit results. We actually still don't have purifier, but now looking because shedding season is insane with four of them
can you review the pet snowy+ automatic litterbox ? specifically to compare it to the litter robot? its about the same price, and has so many more features.
I have two of the Winix air purifiers and they're absolutely great!
Do they work good with catching cat hair?
@@emilyhull781In case anyone is wondering in 2024 and beyond, yes and no. I've noticed some hair in the cover of the purifier which is nice. My robotic vacuum still picks up a lot of hair. I didn't buy the purifier for a reduction in cat hair though.
I absolutely love your channel! You have helped me so much in so many ways 💕🤗
I'm so glad!
I have three of the Alen Breathsmart 45/75s! Glad it made it onto your list.
You should review sustainability yours litter, specifically the multi cat litter I have found I love it!
We did touch upon it in this video (timestamped so you'll go straight to the SY review): th-cam.com/video/Oe9gsyg7H30/w-d-xo.html
I'll also consider a dedicated brand review. Thanks!
Awesome review Mallory as always. Just ordered a Winix, one of our cats is a super-shedder.
How’s it work?
Does it work well for collecting stuff?
I know this is old. But how did the Winix work for you?
I need a good cool mist humidifier for my cat. I need to mist colloidal silver for his constant cough that he has. Yes we’ve been to the vet and he’s been on many antibiotics.
Have you ruled out asthma? Secondly, while I've not looked into air humidifiers for cats, specifically, any cool mist humidifier appropriate for people should be perfectly fine for your cat as well. I generally trust Wirecutter's reviews: www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-humidifier/
Hi Mallory, Wessie & Forest!
Thanks for another interesting episode...
Glad you found it interesting, Dave!
Hadn’t heard of the Purrified Air system. The odor absorbing cartridges contains 2 materials sometimes used in aquarium filtration. Very interesting!
I love air purifiers, have 1 in my guinea pig room. I just dislike how expensive replacement filters can get.
Do you have any recommendations for just one room air purifiers with ac running all day and 2 cats? These are pretty large for one room.
Curious why AirMega isn't reviewed--is it not as good? Great video, thanks.
Austin air is what I got... works great, smells like fresh clean air
I have the Winix HR900 and works great. Several friends who are allergic to cats haven't had any issues but it doesn't collect all the hair though.
I have three budgies.. and have lung issues.. need an air purifier which will help me to be able to keep my budgies.. ty. which one would be best for bird dander. ty so much...
I wish you could show us the filters after a few months. I need to know what will suck in the most hair and dust🤣
Hi Mallory, thank you for your informative video on air purifiers. Are these purifiers that you recommended ozone and EMF free? Thanks
Great video.. what app do you use on your phone to measure sound levels?
It's called Sound Meter, from Abc Apps.
Can anyone please tell me if Air Purifiers alter the air pressure in room? Ever since I switched the Levoit 300s I feel like my eyes getting blocked as in an airplane. Any of you having this feeling or it maybe a coincidence that my ears clogged for some reason at the very same moment?
Second question is that on the medium speed the device has like a very low whistling like sound. Not on low or high. I hear it only on medium fan speed. Its hard to describe this sound but its like a plane engine but on a low volume.
Please help!
i just purchased the coway airmega and as much as i love it having 2 hepa filters and carbon built in. there are 2 huge issues. 1) you cant disable the chime. 2) you cat will touch the buttons like mine if they jump on it and lay. expect a 3am wakeup call with the purifier going from off or full speed :-(
How about conway? I saw my friend used that at his house (with many cats)
I would most likely recommend the Coway Mighty air purifier among the top few choices if I were to remake this video. It's a good brand!
Hi, I noticed that the Levoit Air Purifier is basically hollow in the middle do u think it would be a bad idea to place the purrified air filter media inside of it to get the same effect as the purrified air filter but with a levoit? I would still keep levoit filter there as well. I have a bunny and their pee is very potent, the hay gets dusty and of course she sheds so iI was looking for an air purifier for my small space that deals with dust, hair and her smell (my space is only 90 sqft though I will move to a studio apartment this summer likely to be 200-ish sqft). Thank you so much for making this video!
Hey you 😊 I had a house fire. Neighbors apt caught on fire below me. My unit filled with smoke. I have a light layer of soot everywhere. I'm disabled. Theyre forcing us to live here and won't help us move (disabled housing). Attorney is helping and got them to agree to buy an air purifier. I also have a Chihuahua. What one is the best for my situation if cost isn't an issue? 1 bedroom apartment. Thx. ❤
I followed your link for: 16:02 Most User-Friendly: Alen BreatheSmart Classic (Pet Dander/Odor Bundle)
and the price say $$1,419.09 - NOT $629 whyyyyyy I dont understand
i wish i watched this before i bought my air purifier last month! i decided to go totally ozone free and got the tiny Hamilton Beach TrueAir - super cheap and surprisingly effective for my small bedroom
EDIT: i will say it doesn’t do much for odor but i am mostly concerned about air quality/VOCs. if you are concerned about odor, look for air purifiers with Carbon filters like Mallory references in the video
Hello! Which one of these is best for a cat with feline asthma?
Any of them should be a good option for cats with asthma.
Would love to see a shootout for the best air flow / lowest cost maintenance / best air purifying numbers:
Medify MA-112
Nuwave oxypure
Shark purifiers HP302 or HC502
Winix 5500-2
Kenmore PM1005
LEVOIT Core 300 , Core 600S
Coway AP-1512HH , Airmega 400S
Coway 200/400 are also top rated on par with your #1 Winx
I have a cat and am married now to a man that has cat allergies, and so are my step kids. We also have family members on my husband's side with cat allergies! I wanted to keep my cat until the end of his life, so we got a HEPA filter. Omg...does it ever work!! No one reacts to the cat anymore.
What machine?
This is so helpful, thank you!
I'm so glad!
Thank you so much for doing this video. I've been thinking about buying a new purifier. Several years ago I researched purifiers for my boss. The last two were the ones that came out on top from my research along with the Molekule. I'll admit, I was disappointed that you didn't have that one. I was wondering why they are at the bottom of your list though. Is it due to price? I will now go and read your written version to find more info. Again, thank you so much.
Whoa! 88 brands tested! I would love to know what you thought about all of them. lol
Hi there! It's interesting to hear from someone who's spent some time researching air purifiers. Did you see Wirecutter's review of the Molekule or hear about the investigation into their claims? This brand has come under some pretty serious scrutiny recently and was found to be making some very questionable claims about their products based on less-than-ideal testing setups. It sounds like you probably did your research before all of this went down in 2020.
For someone who's interested in consumer products and air purifiers specifically, it's an interesting little drama. I'll put a few links so you can learn all about it.
Here's the original Wirecutter review that really showed the Molekule's particle filtration weaknesses: th-cam.com/video/VM9CJZpqfpA/w-d-xo.html
Molekule's response to the review: th-cam.com/video/sAuZok410V4/w-d-xo.html
And here's an article about how Molekule had to retract most of its advertising claims:
www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/molekule-retracts-most-of-its-advertising-claims/
So...this is why I didn't include the Molekule in this list. Would love to hear your thoughts on all of this as well. :)
@@AllAboutCatsYT I had not heard about this. It was early 2019 when I did the research. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.
I will have to read these articles. Since New York Times covered it, I'm sure the allegations are true.
@@AllAboutCatsYT Read and watched them all. Thank you for including Molekule's response.
Not sure about Wirecutter's testing. Other people that tested before them in real world circumstances (in home with pets and children) and got much better results. Although they did feel lower priced brands performed better than the Molekule.
They definitely went overboard with their advertising that they lost those cases. Sadly, many companies do this. Wonder why they got nailed for it and other companies haven't? I'm not talking about just air purifiers, but in general. I am glad this got pointed out though.
And UGH! too many myogenic men commenting on the older videos I watched! They hate Molekule because it is owned by a woman and state that is why it is inferior. They didn't even bother to find out who the owner was, but how dare a woman be the spokesperson!
Also just found out that Molekule's Mini purifiers have been cleared by the FDA. They use the same technology as the large ones, so I don't know if the large ones didn't pass or what. They also have one for hospitals that passed.
Guess we also need to add whether the purifiers have been approved by the FDA now also!
www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf20/K200500.pdf
I was looking for one 😂 I have 2 cats and I need one! Thank you so much
I've tried multiple filters and they'll help with smoke and smells, but there's very little hair or dust actually in them. There are tufts o f hair just floating around my house with 3 animals, but the filters had no hair in them! How?!
Love the Poetic phone case! Lol, and of course thank you for the great info!
Mine was branded as the "Unicorn Beetle", though I think you may be right that they're the same product under different labels. It's been great over the years. Thanks for commenting!
Is there anything a little less bulky? My space is not large
There are a few good, smaller purifiers out there. Check out the selection from Winix: www.amazon.com/Winix-A230-Purifier-classroom-Charcoal/dp/B08HW4HX66
can you compare the best wet food slow feeder bowls + mats? i elevate my cats bowl but he still scarfs and barfs frequently. ive been looking at Lickimats but there’s different patterns and styles etc
We'll consider it! Thanks!
Thank you! Helped lots!
Would you say these videos are still up to date with your product reviews cuz I'm getting ready to order a bunch of stuff based on these videos.
Pretty much. However, I did discover the Coway Airmega after making this video, and it's an excellent option.
@@AllAboutCatsYT okay what about all the other products. I'm trying to order toys, litter boxes, yours, etc., I'm basically looking at it all... What about humidifiers that are safe for cats and humans I live in a very dry climate and I think it affects my cats respiratory/nose/eyes .. as well as mine
@@AllAboutCatsYT I was a little confused about something. The Winix model is equipped with a timer, so I was thinking it could only be run for those time intervals. Looking at the product website, it states the purifier can also be run continuously in Auto mode which will automatically adjust fan speed based on its sensors. These products beat the heck out of the cheap little gadgets from a big box store I was considering. Thank you so much for this review. Now I just need to find a place to set up a purifier, and I think it will end up closer to the ferret cage, as it is quite ... aromatic.
Hi Bridget, you can check the date when the videos were uploaded to see when those recommendations were made; generally, they are up-to-date, but some are older and may need to be refreshed. For example, I last created an updated litter roundup in 2021, and I've since found that Dr. Elsey's litter is a bit too sludgy and dusty. I'd recommend looking through the comment section to see what people are saying about the recommendations; often, video viewers will contribute more fresh knowledge than the review itself. Regarding humidifiers, basically any humidifier will be safe for your cat. Just make to sure to avoid the ones that involve essential oils and keep it out of your cat's reach.
@@AllAboutCatsYT thank you so much for the reply! Very helpful
Maybe a video about what air purifier is beat for cats with asthma.
Ion setting (ion might be the wrong word.) is toxic for cats that’s about all I know
Thank you-that's a good tip. It's generally described as an ionization setting, yes!
Amazon has the winix 5500-2 for 131 right now.
I’m wondering about the Mila air? Has anyone tried it out. I have 2 cats in an 865sq ft apartment. Mila is supposed to be able to clean 1,000 sq ft.
Hmm so if you have 3 fur babies which air purifier would be best to buy?
The number of cats you have doesn't make that much of a difference in your need for air purification, so all of my recommendations here would be exactly the same whether you have one cat or three.
The Winx 5500 - many reviews mention that it has a huge negative due to something about the ozone (I don't fully understand it) but thay in result is harmful to pets. Was this not your case? Has this video been updated? I'm curious before I buy
Did you ever get a reply? Wondering the same thing. Did you see one of the reviews on Amazon about it killing their cockatiel?
@@sbm1961 no I never got a response and could never find anyone else saying anything about it much more than what she said. Still have yet to buy a purifier that I feel is safe enough
I have 5 air purifiers because my cat has allergies, not me. She had chronic watery eyes and our vet suggested it and now she is better 🥰
Which purifies did you buy?
@@rubij8704 2 from HoMedics and 3 from Winix (all purchased from Costco). I prefer the Winix because they are smart and remind me when it’s time to change filters and show me when the air quality is bad
Which one is best for getting cat hair
Good question! Unfortunately, I wasn't able to evaluate the cat hair capture abilities of these in any measurable way. Any good air purifier should be able to capture cat hair well. My only concern would be visible accumulation on an exposed prefilter like the one on the Blue purifier here.
Robo vacuum for hair. Will fill on the daily
Please help with me what's best to get this dander and hair off of me
What is your sound level app?
It's called Sound Meter.
I'm curious why you didn't review the Winix HR900, Ultimate Pet 5 Stage True HEPA Air Purifier. That's the one I'm looking at right now.
I have to admit-that purifier didn't cross my radar when I was researching for this guide. It looks like it should be a good option, though, and I have a positive impression of Winix products in general.
can you do a review on lily's kitchen cat food please
We'll consider it! Thanks.
I know you said the overall best was the Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier but I was wondering, if I in general want some odor control for small rodent animals (rats / chinchilla specifically) and litterbox from the cats do you recommend just the Winix 5500-2 Air Purifier or the Purrified Air Pet Odor Filter or both? The room size is approx 13x13 where everything is. I also have a rough collie who sheds a lot. I' m just really stuck on what I should get.
It's a good question. I felt that the Purrified Air was much stronger for odor control, and it would do well in a small space like that. The Winix doesn't have as strong a focus on odor, so you might find that it doesn't address your main concern as well.
I have the winix one and the ionizer makes my head hurt you can notice when it’s on you kinda feel light headed it’s weird and if you look it up lots of other people have also noticed the same thing but it’s good when plasma wave is off .setting 4 is the only loud one too first 3 are very quiet
How you feel makes sense. Ionizers produce ozone, which is bad for your health. Ozone can cause respiratory problems and other health effects.
FINALLY! a channel about moi. I am shocked. can you see it in my expression?
Yes!
please do an update for this reviews pls
Which one is the quietest?
You should try the Rabbit Air MinusA2
Thanks for the tip, Jay Jay!
Can you do a video on best collars?
We'll consider it! In the meantime, you might like our article on the subject: allaboutcats.com/reviews/best-cat-collars
Thanks for this thorough and thoughtful reviews video!
What is the sound meter app?
It's just called Sound Meter: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gamebasic.decibel&hl=en_US&gl=US
Can you do a review on orijen cat food please!!!
Yes! We plan to do so soon.
That long light turns red sometimes and it goes out eventually. Why does the Winix turn red?
I can’t find the instructions. Thanks
It's the indicator for air pollution; it means there are more pollutants in the air.
Maybe a stupid question but are these air purifiers good at removing dust? I hear conflicting information all the time
Yes, all of them are good at removing dust from the air. Dust is a large particle, and all of the purifiers shown here are competent in capturing large and small particles.
@@AllAboutCatsYT Thanks
@@AllAboutCatsYT this would include kitty litter dust? That’s my biggest problem. So much litter box dust.
I understand all cats are different, but did you have issues with scratching of the cloth pre filter in the Blue Air and or laying on top of it? Of course the only one I see potential issues with is the one I want 😅 It’s pretty
Awesome video as always
Did you get your answer?
I have a Blueair. I like it
I'm assuming this works for dog dander as well.
Can air purifier suck up the dust created from scooping a litter box????
try Sustainably Yours, it doesn't kick up any dust, and piss stays solid, no left over, I've tried many, this one is excellent
@@goobygoo6105 Looks like there are more than one version, which one? Also hows the tracking?
@@DeeDee-rr3sn definitely the larger grains, maybe mix cat, the track is ok, only w the honeycomb with bag style where you dump back in , took me a long time to figure that out, tiny grains litter are a mess I started with that and didn’t like
What one removes car hair that is floating around in the air the best
Great advice 😊
We bought the enviroklenz with UV (great reviews not just on your video) and not one reviewer mentiined the "hospital smell it produces", not sure if it is the filter and it will go away but is terrible. Very desappointed, granted its been 1 week so far but didnt like it.
I've heard about this with other purifiers-the carbon filters sometimes accumulate odor and don't work as well (and may produce an odor) if they've sat around too long in the warehouse. I'd recommend contacting their customer support, as they may be able to help.
UV produces ozone that is the smell.
I'm a little surprised, seeing how this is a cat specific channel, that you didn't take cats jumping onto it and pressing buttons into consideration.
You are like the Marques Brownlee of cat Technology
Thank you! He is one of my inspirations, so it means a lot to hear that.
Thanks!
Ty!! ❤️
i’ve tried most of these….i kept the winix and returned the others
I like this video
Please do a “top # cat wall climbing system” (:
Also this video came at the perfect time my dad told me I should get an air purifier last week
Those are some outrageous prices for a basically a fan in a box with a filter.
Our cats shed, bad. I just wanna know which one pulls in the most cat hair
Can we talk about how the Purrified Air is just a glorified computer fan and filter. Don’t get me wrong I’m sure it works but the fan itself is dirt cheap to replace lifetime warranty or not. At most I’d spend 50 dollars but sometimes it feels like companies like that really take advantage of cat owners :/
How do you afford all of this
Good question. All About Cats is funded by a number of things:
- We allow Google ads to be placed on the site and on this channel.
- We are in a number of affiliate programs, which allow us to make a percentage of the sales of any products sold through our links.
- We sell products through the All About Cats shop.
- We have done some paid media deals with select brands, meaning that some brands will pay us to talk about their products in our videos, in articles on the AAC site, in our emails, or on social media. If this has happened, you will see an "Includes paid promotion" overlay on the video or a note in the article talking about the product.
The earnings from those various income streams allow the company to pay for the products you see reviewed in these videos.
Hope this clears things up.