Whirlpool
Air Purifiers

These air purifiers are classified as

HEPA air filtration systems .

These Whirlpool air purifiers are capable of filtering the air in rooms up to 500 square feet.

This is verified through the Association of Home Appliances Manufacturers (AHAM).

Specifications:

Dimensions - 17 3/4" wide x 11 3/8" deep x 22" high

Weight - 5 lbs.

Electrical - 110 volts

Advantages:

The manufacturer claims these units to be among the quietest among leading brands of True HEPA air purifiers.

In fact, they even have a 30 day "Money Back Quiet Guarantee".

Disadvantages:

Though Whirlpool air purifiers are very effective at removing particles, they are not really effective on microbes (germs, certain spores and bacteria).

Warranty:

The Whispure AP450 has a 1 year limited warranty (except filters) as well as a 5 year warranty on the motor.

Maintenance:

There are 2 filters in the unit.

A carbon pre-filter traps odors and large particles that helps prolong the life of the main (HEPA) filter.

The HEPA filter does the work of trapping the smaller,damaging particles.

Recommendation for changing the pre-filter is 4 times per year.

A year supply of these replacements is around $30.

Depending on how bad the air quality is in the area to be cleaned, the main (HEPA) filter can last approximately one year or possibly more, .

These cost around $100.

The Whirlpool Whispaire AP450 sells for $260.

National Allergy Co. is a trusted source for purchasing Whirlpool air purifiers. PLEASE NOTE: National Allergy is no longer carrying the Whispure 450, however the are selling the Whispure 510 at a discounted price of only $219.

This has a larger capacity than the 450.

Expert Air Purifier Reviews Home Page