HomeAir PurifiersCoway AP-1512HH vs Winix 5500-2

Coway AP-1512HH vs Winix 5500-2

Coway's $160 model meets Winix's $160 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.

Our recommendation

The Coway AP-1512HH edges out the Winix 5500-2 on more spec categories (4–1).

Coway AP-1512HH: 4 category wins Winix 5500-2: 1 category wins

Side by side

 

Coway AP-1512HH

$160

Winix 5500-2

$160
CADR
240 CFM
243 CFMWin
Coverage
33 m²
33 m²
Noise (low)
24 dBWin
27 dB
Noise (high)
53 dBWin
56 dB
True HEPA
Yes
Yes
Activated carbon
Yes
Yes
Smart app
No
No
Voice control
No
No
Filter cost / yr
60 USDWin
70 USD
Dimensions
33 × 20 × 47 cm
38 × 21 × 60 cm
Weight
5.5 kgWin
6.8 kg

Coway AP-1512HH

The cult-favorite Mighty: a compact true-HEPA purifier with eco mode and stellar value.

Winix 5500-2

A budget legend with washable carbon, true HEPA, and PlasmaWave for tackling smoke and odors.

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