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Best alternatives to the Winix 5500-2

The Levoit Vital 200S is the strongest alternative.

Winix 5500-2

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The Levoit Vital 200S at work: an air purifier drawing pet hair and dander out of the air

Strongest all-rounder

Levoit Vital 200SLevoit Vital 200SA quiet, smart purifier that does a strong job in medium rooms

Suits you if

  • You want a quiet purifier for a bedroom or medium living room
  • You share your home with pets or deal with allergies

Most dependable

Levoit Core 400SLevoit Core 400SA quiet, smart, fast-cleaning purifier for bigger rooms, with pricey filters

Suits you if

  • You want to clean a living room, open-plan space or larger bedroom
  • You like controlling things from your phone or a smart speaker

Easiest to live with

Levoit Core 300SLevoit Core 300SQuiet, smart little purifier that shines in bedrooms, not big rooms

Suits you if

  • You want a quiet purifier for a bedroom, nursery, or home office
  • You like controlling things from your phone or a voice assistant

The short version

If the Winix 5500-2 isn't quite right, start with the Levoit Vital 200S: it suits you if you want a quiet purifier for a bedroom or medium living room. The Winix 5500-2 is still a great fit if you want a medium-sized bedroom or living room cleaned of dust and dander.

We researched 32 expert reviews, analyzed 55,576 owner ratings and comments across 17 sources for 8 air purifiers, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.

Quick answers

What is the best alternative to the Winix 5500-2?

The Levoit Vital 200S. It suits you if you want a quiet purifier for a bedroom or medium living room.

Based on: Product Review score 84 vs 77 for the Winix 5500-2, across 7 alternatives.

Is there a more reliable alternative to the Winix 5500-2?

Yes, the Levoit Core 400S. It's less likely to give you trouble.

Based on: Reliability 92 for the Levoit Core 400S vs 61.

What is the best alternative to the Winix 5500-2 from another brand?

The Levoit Vital 200S. It suits you if you want a quiet purifier for a bedroom or medium living room.

Based on: Highest-scoring model not made by Winix (84).

Is there a cheaper alternative to the Winix 5500-2?

Yes, the Levoit Core 300S. It usually costs less and suits you if you want a quiet purifier for a bedroom, nursery, or home office.

Based on: Typical prices: Winix 5500-2 $180–$250; Levoit Core 300S $150–$200.

Every alternative, ranked

How each one compares with the Winix 5500-2
  1. 01Levoit Vital 200S

    Levoit Vital 200S

    A quiet, smart purifier that does a strong job in medium rooms

    EXPOWNREL84
    Higher score (+7)More reliableHappier ownersWinix 5500-2 vs Levoit Vital 200S →
  2. 02Levoit Core 300S

    Levoit Core 300S

    Quiet, smart little purifier that shines in bedrooms, not big rooms

    EXPOWNREL83
    Higher score (+6)More reliableHappier ownersWinix 5500-2 vs Levoit Core 300S →
  3. 03Levoit Core 400S

    Levoit Core 400S

    A quiet, smart, fast-cleaning purifier for bigger rooms, with pricey filters

    EXPOWNREL82
    Higher score (+5)More reliableExperts rate it higherWinix 5500-2 vs Levoit Core 400S →
  4. 04Honeywell HPA300

    Honeywell HPA300

    A powerful, no-frills air cleaner that's loud at full blast

    EXPOWNREL80
    Higher score (+3)More reliableHappier ownersWinix 5500-2 vs Honeywell HPA300 →
  5. 05Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max

    Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max

    A quiet, fast-cleaning smart purifier that's easy to live with

    EXPOWNREL79
    Higher score (+2)More reliableExperts rate it higherWinix 5500-2 vs Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max →
  6. 06Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX

    Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX

    A quiet, low-upkeep purifier for big rooms, with a few gaps

    EXPOWNREL69
    More reliableWinix 5500-2 vs Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX →
  7. 07Dyson Purifier Cool TP07

    Dyson Purifier Cool TP07

    Stylish smart fan-purifier for small rooms, but pricey for its cleaning

    EXPOWNREL68
    More reliableWinix 5500-2 vs Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 →