I used to lock myself in a room with a big white can shaped honeywell hepa filter during allergy season when I didn't feel like taking meds. Plants hate me.
Really enjoy the carbon filter on the 5500-2, and have both here. The 5500-2 seems like incredibly strong and feels great, but I feel like the Wifi on this is better and being able to control it with alexa and my phone is a huge bonus. Just don't know if I'm sacrificing that much vs the 5500-2 over just wifi. As it has the same specs, the C545 is just a lot smaller without the better carbon filter. Not sure what the actual coverage and filtration rate is on both of these compared. Wish there were more comparisons between the two.
The led indicator is set on a pre progamned cycle to change from blue to red and back to blue everytime it is plugged back in, it changes colors even with all the filters completely removed!! How do i know? I have 2 of them, try it for yourself, 5mins after plugin it'll be red and about 15mins it'll be back to blue even with no filters!
You could do a review now given that there’s a lot of wildfire smoke. Unfortunately my AC is a wall unit that is now the new entrance to the smoke. But I’m sort of not convinced that it’s able to get all the 360 square feet that it’s advertised because I just place it around different corners of the living room (smaller than 360 square feet) and get a red light each time. On the plus side with non-smoke allergens, I have been sneezing less
@@jessd956 It really works! My wife used to have a hard time breathing. 99% of the time this works and it is quiet! I turned it on #3 a few hours before we go to bed. Before I used to give her various allergy medications but nothing works. I've actually farted on the machine to test and that thing turn red immediately.
I bought one from Costco this afternoon. The sensor does not work and the Wifi connection will not connect. I Should have taken heed of the warnings from lots of Costco reviewers saying the same. The sensor shows blue in every room and garage. Even shows blue when I burn a match in front of it. My home is under renovation, everyday two months of dust accumulate on kitchen counters. But trying to stay in bedroom/office where it is far less dusty. The actual filtration is probably working fine. Returning for refund tomorrow.
Nah, its the gate. Way to aggressive, cutting to fast, not opening when it should. We essentially hear what the gate is not blocking, probably 60% attenuation or something.
Help! I can't for the life of me figure out the two blinking white lights!! I noticed blinking so I changed the carbon filter and now I still can't get this air cleaner to work again after being great for 2 months!!!
@@KevinYeePharmD lol no 😭 I know lazy people problems. I'll find the phone number. Thanks for the video. That must be so annoying to deal with those allergies!!
For anyone watching this, the extra black filters are the Carbon filters, the black filter that is pre-installed is the Pre-filter. Place the Carbon filter in front of the hepa, then place the thin black pre-filter in front of that- they do a very poor job telling you how to set it up. The reason why it is packed in bags is because Carbon is highly active- if they shipped without a bag, they would start binding to contaminants and be "used up" by the time you get your machine. IMHO these are the best bang for the buck, and since using a couple in my home, my allergies are clearing up and I feel more energetic.
You mention low cost to purchase, but what is cost over time for all those filter replacements? Like Gillette gives you a razor cheap but you have to buy their blades. Guessing no generic filters in the world of Air Purifiers...have to go to the manufacturer's proprietary product. Business model is make money on filters not the machine?
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Lmao i just bought one today for 129.99 connecting to the app wasnt the easiest and i can see why a lot of people cant connect. But its pretty quite and seems like it works decently. For the extra 30 bucks i paid im not too mad
I only have allergies during spring 🤧 I'm still wondering if it's worth it ....if I want to get rid off the pollen , does that mean I have to buy multiple ones in different rooms ?
@@Sailor-nr7il Originally I thought this too, and I could still be wrong on this, but it does not appear they make them. They C545 is no longer in production. No one has any of these in stock. They have been out of stock for a while. I guess I shouldn't say they do not make them. It is more accurate to say I have not seen the filters in stock for quite some time.
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I used to lock myself in a room with a big white can shaped honeywell hepa filter during allergy season when I didn't feel like taking meds. Plants hate me.
Face it we hate plants too during allergies season 🤧
Really enjoy the carbon filter on the 5500-2, and have both here. The 5500-2 seems like incredibly strong and feels great, but I feel like the Wifi on this is better and being able to control it with alexa and my phone is a huge bonus. Just don't know if I'm sacrificing that much vs the 5500-2 over just wifi.
As it has the same specs, the C545 is just a lot smaller without the better carbon filter. Not sure what the actual coverage and filtration rate is on both of these compared. Wish there were more comparisons between the two.
Thank you for the info. What time of the year is it on sale in Costco? It is right now $129.
No idea. But if you see it on sale, I would just pick it up. You can always return it lol
I just picked up two on Offer Up for $20 each 😅
Thanks for the review. I might be buying this tomorrow God willing.
Lmk how it works out for you!
Just got one at Costco yesterday for 120. Excited to use it! I just plugged it in all night. I need to learn to use the app.
It's pretty great! Helped my allergies. Only good for small rooms tho
@@KevinYeePharmD Do you use the Plasma technology option? I'm a bit concerned even though the company claims it is safe.
@@time2heal If I remember it correctly you can toggle it on and off in the app
The led indicator is set on a pre progamned cycle to change from blue to red and back to blue everytime it is plugged back in, it changes colors even with all the filters completely removed!! How do i know? I have 2 of them, try it for yourself, 5mins after plugin it'll be red and about 15mins it'll be back to blue even with no filters!
You could do a review now given that there’s a lot of wildfire smoke. Unfortunately my AC is a wall unit that is now the new entrance to the smoke. But I’m sort of not convinced that it’s able to get all the 360 square feet that it’s advertised because I just place it around different corners of the living room (smaller than 360 square feet) and get a red light each time.
On the plus side with non-smoke allergens, I have been sneezing less
12/2023 - just bought this at Costco including 2 years worth extra filters for $130! It works great!
Hi! Did you do the update review of this machine? Thanks!
No I never did it, but it's still in my room years later and going strong
@@KevinYeePharmD Oh thank you for your reply!
Just bought one myself today. I’m highly skeptical. I’ll come back in a month! It is extremely quiet.
Yeah - if you dont like it then you can always return it. But it's really helped my allergies
Any follow up review?
Heyyyyyyy! So..?
@@jessd956 It really works! My wife used to have a hard time breathing. 99% of the time this works and it is quiet! I turned it on #3 a few hours before we go to bed. Before I used to give her various allergy medications but nothing works. I've actually farted on the machine to test and that thing turn red immediately.
K Seeker lol... thanks for responding and so glad to hear it works and your wife is feeling better. Allergies and asthma suck!
Why did they use the cheap paper carbon filter instead of the thick carbon beaded filter in the 5500-2?
I bought one from Costco this afternoon. The sensor does not work and the Wifi connection will not connect. I Should have taken heed of the warnings from lots of Costco reviewers saying the same. The sensor shows blue in every room and garage. Even shows blue when I burn a match in front of it. My home is under renovation, everyday two months of dust accumulate on kitchen counters. But trying to stay in bedroom/office where it is far less dusty. The actual filtration is probably working fine. Returning for refund tomorrow.
Hi. Just got this air purifier for Christmas. My allergies are really bad. I really hope this helps. Thank you for posting this.
Has this helped your allergies?
Do you need internet access to operate or can this operate without WiFi?
You dont need wifi to operate this. Wifi just allows you to control it through your phone
Kevin Yee work with Alexa?
Cool vid bro, I think your compression is set high tho, your voice volume kept going up and down a lot.
Yeah I had some funky settings when I shot this. Thanks for the tips!
Nah, its the gate. Way to aggressive, cutting to fast, not opening when it should. We essentially hear what the gate is not blocking, probably 60% attenuation or something.
Please do a six month review.
To the ones that have questions about blinking lights and setup, etc. read the simple to read manual.
It's so simple it's frustrating.😖
Cheers for the review mate. Am getting one.
$99.00 now at Costco 10.04.2020. It works every penny 😍
It works great
Whats difference with bed bath winix 6300 - 2
If it only covers 360 sq feet, will it defeat the purpose to use it in a classroom?
Yeah I probably wouldn't recommend this if you have to cover a whole classroom. It's better to get a bigger air filter
Measure the area of your classroom and divide it by 360 to find out how many C545s to buy.
best to have 1 on front and 1 in back, if your classrooms are like ours then windows plus doors are opened most of the day and defeats the purpose
does it removes bad odor?
Does the unit generate ozone?
I don't believe so
Help! I can't for the life of me figure out the two blinking white lights!! I noticed blinking so I changed the carbon filter and now I still can't get this air cleaner to work again after being great for 2 months!!!
Have you tried calling the company?
@@KevinYeePharmD lol no 😭 I know lazy people problems. I'll find the phone number. Thanks for the video. That must be so annoying to deal with those allergies!!
Salio uno nuevo modelo am80 será mejor o no ?
For anyone watching this, the extra black filters are the Carbon filters, the black filter that is pre-installed is the Pre-filter.
Place the Carbon filter in front of the hepa, then place the thin black pre-filter in front of that- they do a very poor job telling you how to set it up.
The reason why it is packed in bags is because Carbon is highly active- if they shipped without a bag, they would start binding to contaminants and be "used up" by the time you get your machine.
IMHO these are the best bang for the buck, and since using a couple in my home, my allergies are clearing up and I feel more energetic.
Thanks the tips Wyvern. Really appreciate it!
The noise gate on your mic is set too high
Yeah I realized that after I shot the video. Thanks for the feedback!
Ok. Thank you 😊
One big problem the filters are extinct.
go to winix website they are out of stock only
Measure the filter and get another brand on Amazon or Home Depot. I was able to find a compatible “Fellows” brand HEPA filter.
They’re selling them at Costco now
You mention low cost to purchase, but what is cost over time for all those filter replacements? Like Gillette gives you a razor cheap but you have to buy their blades. Guessing no generic filters in the world of Air Purifiers...have to go to the manufacturer's proprietary product. Business model is make money on filters not the machine?
I actually think I just saw some generic ones on Amazon...
Purchased one - the blue tooth just won’t come on! Came on at first no problem.
It doesn’t use Bluetooth it uses wifi
Help! I can’t figure out how to set it up
You have to turn off mobile data when setting up
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Actually doing a reboot on it through a different platform. Glad you're liking it
Hi is this okay to use without wifi? Thanks
You don’t need to use Wi-Fi for this lol
Why can’t I use the control on my phone! :( I’m connected but it’s saying I need to purchase the filter %
I had the same issue. I reseated the filters, restarted the purifier (off/on) and the application and it showed good.
Something is wrong with your audio. It goes in and out
Thanks for pointing it out. I had some settings issues with my SM7B. Appreciate the feedback. By the way, what videos would you want to see next?
This will be on sale come 3/10/21-4/4/21 at costco for $99.99
Lmao i just bought one today for 129.99 connecting to the app wasnt the easiest and i can see why a lot of people cant connect. But its pretty quite and seems like it works decently. For the extra 30 bucks i paid im not too mad
I only have allergies during spring 🤧 I'm still wondering if it's worth it ....if I want to get rid off the pollen , does that mean I have to buy multiple ones in different rooms ?
@@aaronchen4841 yea i just have it in my bedroom, if you really do suffer, buy it, its well worth the relief
Yes please do a review!
Do these filters help with corona virus
Yes, ebola and aids.
Noble
It help with Spanish Flu Also
i heard it helps cure cancer
Its been proven to help filter out herpes
It gives you wings too I flew to the moon tonight
So.... did it help with allergies??
Yes. I used it in my bedroom for my bf, who's allergic to my cat when he'd come stay at my place and it helped significantly!
Yea review that
140$ its nothing now days I fill my car 500$
Lol so true. Inflation 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
Good review but first 5 minutes are worthless. Thanks!
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Don't expect any machine to do away with symptoms. It may clear away for a while for idiosyncratic reasons, but it'll come back.
Don't buy. They do not make replacement filters for this model anymore.
Omg! Really? I just bought this today. Thank you.
They make them, they are just currently out of stock.
@@Sailor-nr7il Originally I thought this too, and I could still be wrong on this, but it does not appear they make them. They C545 is no longer in production. No one has any of these in stock. They have been out of stock for a while. I guess I shouldn't say they do not make them. It is more accurate to say I have not seen the filters in stock for quite some time.
Mike Peterson good to know. Thanks
@@Sailor-nr7il I tried. When I tried to add it to cart it said I couldn't because it was out of stock..... not kidding :|
Worthless review