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Levoit Core 400S vs. Winix 5500-2 compared
Air Purifier
At a glance
The key numbers for both devices side by side.
Overall rating
8989Gut
9090Sehr gut
Value for money
95Excellent
95Excellent
Best price
€186.99€219.99−15 %
€159.00
Price advantage
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€27.99 cheaper
Offers
1 shop
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 6 of 54
Rank 5 of 54
Rating
Sub-ratings compared
Levoit Core 400SOverall rating 89Winix 5500-2Overall rating 90
Levoit Core 400SWinix 5500-2
Cleaning performance86/10095/100
Noise level85/10076/100
Auto mode & sensors80/10060/100
Running costs & consumption68/10082/100
Ease of use & build quality84/10072/100
Cleaning performance
86
95
Noise level
85
76
Auto mode & sensors
80
60
Running costs & consumption
68
82
Ease of use & build quality
84
72
Specs
Specs compared
Key specs
Brand
Model
Core 400S
5500-2
CADR particlesClean air delivered per hour for particles according to the manufacturer in m³/h – the most important performance figure; the room size is calculated from it
400 m³/h
390 m³/h
Room size up toCalculated from the CADR: CADR ÷ 12.5, rounded to whole m² (five air changes per hour at a 2.5 m ceiling height) – this makes all units comparable, as manufacturer figures often assume only one air change; leave blank if there is no CADR
32 m² (344 sq ft)
31 m² (334 sq ft)
Filter classClass of the main filter per EN 1822 according to the manufacturer (ISO 29463: ISO 35 H = H13, ISO 45 H = H14) – H13 and H14 retain fine dust and pollen almost completely; “True HEPA” or “HEPA-type” without a class counts as “HEPA, no class stated”
H13 (HEPA)
H13 (HEPA)
Noise level at lowest settingNoise at the lowest setting (night mode) according to the manufacturer in dB – important for the bedroom
24 dB
27 dB
Filter costCost of replacement filters per year at the manufacturer’s replacement interval in € – over the years often more than the purchase price
79.99 €/year
Filters & air
Filter change everyReplacement interval of the main filter according to the manufacturer in months
12 months
12 months
Activated carbon filterAccording to the manufacturer, an activated carbon filter traps odors and gases – important for cooking fumes, smoke and pets
Yes
Yes
SensorsWhich air values the unit measures according to the manufacturer – with a sensor, it adjusts itself in auto mode; leave blank if there is no sensor
PM2.5 particles
Gases (VOC)
Air quality indicatorHow the unit shows the measured air quality according to the manufacturer – as a color ring or with a reading (e.g. PM2.5) on the display
Reading on display
Color indicator
IonizerIon, plasma or “active oxygen” technology according to the manufacturer – it can produce ozone, so being able to switch it off is better
No ionizer
Ionizer can be turned off
UV sterilizationUV-C lamp inside the unit for sterilization according to the manufacturer
No
Yes
360° air intakeAccording to the manufacturer, draws in air from all sides – the unit can stand freely in the room instead of against the wall
Yes
Filter change indicatorAccording to the manufacturer, indicates when the filter needs to be replaced
Yes
Yes
ECARF sealCertified as allergy-friendly by the European Foundation for Allergy Research (ECARF)
Yes
Consumption & noise
Noise level at highest settingNoise at the highest setting according to the manufacturer in dB – this is where the unit reaches its CADR
48 dB
51 dB
Power consumptionPower consumption at the highest setting according to the manufacturer in W
24 W
70 W
Standby consumptionPower consumption in standby according to the manufacturer in W – usually slightly higher with Wi-Fi
2 W
0.34 W
Controls & comfort
Fan speedsNumber of manually adjustable fan speeds according to the manufacturer, excluding auto and night mode
4 levels
4 levels
Night modeDedicated night mode according to the manufacturer: quietest setting, dimmed or switched-off display
Yes
Yes
Display shut-offAccording to the manufacturer, the display and lights can be dimmed or switched off completely – important in the bedroom
Yes
Yes
Timer up toLongest timer setting according to the manufacturer in hours
24 hours
8 hours
Child lockButton lock according to the manufacturer
Yes
Remote controlRemote control included according to the manufacturer
No
No
Smart homeWhat the unit can be controlled with according to the manufacturer – leave blank if there is no app
Manufacturer appAlexaGoogle Assistant
Features & dimensions
WeightWeight according to the manufacturer in kg – important if the unit moves between rooms
5 kg (11 lb)
7 kg (15 lb)
Dimensions (W × D × H)Width × depth × height according to the manufacturer in cm – e.g. “27 × 27 × 52 cm”
27.4 × 27.4 × 52 cm (11 × 11 × 20 in)
38 × 20.8 × 60 cm (15 × 8.2 × 24 in)
General
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Mid-range
Model year
2021
In the box
Luftreiniger, 3-stufiger True-HEPA-Filter (vorinstalliert), Bedienungsanleitung, Schnellstartanleitung
Luftreiniger, Vorfilter, Aktivkohlefilter, True-HEPA-Filter, Schnellstartanleitung
Prices
Offers
Verdict
Pros & cons
Der Levoit Core 400S holt Feinstaub und Rauch zügig aus Räumen bis 32 m² und braucht dafür wenig Strom. Die Automatik reagiert schnell, App und Zeitpläne sind ausgereift. In Deutschland gibt es die gedrosselte EU-Version, und die 83 m² auf dem Karton sind unrealistisch. Der Haken ist der nicht waschbare Kombifilter: Läuft das Gerät täglich lange, brauchst du zwei Filter im Jahr.
Pros
- Senkt Feinstaub in 60 Minuten um 96 % in einem 30-m²-Raum
- Laser-Sensor schaltet bei Rauch fast sofort hoch
- Sparsam mit 23 W auf Turbo und 0,9 W im Standby
- Stufe 2 bleibt unter 45 dB(A), Nachtmodus um 25 dB(A)
- App mit Zeitplänen, Timer bis 24 h und Wochenverlauf der Luftwerte
- Filterwechsel ohne Werkzeug in rund zehn Minuten
Cons
- Kombifilter nicht waschbar, bei Dauerbetrieb nach sechs Monaten fällig
- EU-Version gedrosselt auf 400 statt 442 m³/h
- Angegebene 83 m² unrealistisch, real rund 32 m²
- Sensor erkennt keine Gase und Gerüche, hält Befeuchternebel für Feinstaub
- Standard-Aktivkohle zu knapp für Zigarettenrauch in Dauerschleife
Der Winix 5500-2 ist ein schmaler Luftreiniger für Räume bis 31 m², der Feinstaub und Kochdunst so schnell wie neuere Geräte entfernt. Echte Kohlepellets binden Gerüche spürbar besser als beschichtetes Vlies. Der Haken: Der Sensor erkennt keinen Staub, auf Turbo sind es bis 66 dB statt versprochener 51 dB, und die Ionisierung ist nach jedem Einschalten wieder an.
Pros
- 96 % weniger Feinstaub in 60 min in einem 30-m²-Raum
- Aktivkohle aus Pellets bindet Koch- und Rauchgeruch spürbar
- Rauchbox nach 20 s wieder klar
- Bis Stufe 2 unter 45 dB, Schlafmodus fast unhörbar
- Sparsam auf unteren Stufen, 0,34 W im Standby
- Ersatzfilterset H passt auch in den Winix Zero-S
Cons
- Sensor erfasst nur Gase, Staub und Pollen steuern die Automatik nicht
- Auf Turbo bis 66 dB statt der angegebenen 51 dB
- PlasmaWave startet nach jedem Einschalten wieder aktiv und gibt etwas Ozon ab
- Keine Fernbedienung, unbeleuchtete Tasten im Dunkeln kaum zu treffen
- Automatik schaltet nachts teils grob zwischen Aus und hohen Stufen
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