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BLUEAIR Bedroom Air Purifier, Small Room Air Cleaner Dust Pet Dander Smoke Mold Pollen Allergen, Odor Removal, for Home Office Nursery, 2 Washable Pre Filters, HEPASilent, Blue 411 (Non-Auto)
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Color | Black |
Brand | Blueair |
Product Dimensions | 8"D x 8"W x 3.94"H |
Floor Area | 100 Square Feet |
Specification Met | (unset) |
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About this item
- SIMPLE ONE-BUTTON CONTROL: Easily adjust fan as-needed with one button to ensure optimal air quality, including lowering fan speed at night for uninterrupted sleep
- CLEAN AIR IN MINUTES: Blueair's HEPASilent technology, delivers clean air, faster, and much more quietly than traditional HEPA filtration alone; Quickly cleans 161sqft small room in about 12.5 min or up to 772sqft XL space in 60min, on high
- CERTIFIED QUIETEST AIR PURIFIER: Quiet Mark approved - quieter (17 dB) than a whisper on low; ENERGY STAR rated - uses less energy (1.5W) than an LED lightbulb on low so it’s kind to your wallet and the planet
- ASTHMA plus ALLERGY: Removes 99.99% of pollen, helping reduce allergens and pollutants that trigger allergy and asthma symptoms
- REMOVES ODOR & PARTICLES DOWN TO 0.1 MICRON: Ideal for smoke & smog during wildfire season; Removes 99.97% of airborne particles like smoke, dust, viruses and pet dander, while the carbon filter traps light household odors from smoking, pets and cooking
- MOST AWARDED AIR PURIFIER BRAND IN THE US: Blue Pure 411 has won Wirecutter Pick The Best Air Purifier 2019 -2021; Good Housekeeping Lab Pick Best Value Air Purifier 2021; Apartment Therapy Best List Air Purifiers 2020
- GENUINE FILTERS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE: Replace your filter every 6 months to ensure proper functionality & only use genuine Blueair filters; Shop 411 replacement filter: B073SLDNJW; Upgrade to SmokeBlock filter for enhanced removal: B0B455WTG4
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Noise level | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Maneuverability | 4.4 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Sleep mode | — | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Easy to use | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.7 | — | — | 4.7 |
Energy efficiency | 4.4 | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | VEVA |
filter type | Activated Carbon | Activated Carbon | HEPA | Activated Carbon | Activated Carbon | Pre-Filter |
floor area | 100 square feet | 432 square feet | 3172 square feet | 526 square feet | 223 square feet | 600 square feet |
control method | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch | touch |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded | Ac/dc |
noise level | 46 decibels | 24 decibels | — | 46 decibels | — | 0 decibels |
specification met | (unset) | Energy Star Certified | — | — | — | EPA Certified |
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Designed for small rooms
Filters the air at a rate of approx. 4.8x an hour (or about every 12.5 minutes) in a 161 ft² room to effectively lower particle levels in your nursery, guest bedroom or home office.
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Performance you can trust
Independently evaluated for performance by the AHAM Verifide Program for room air cleaners with a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 105 CFM smoke, 120 CFM pollen, and 120 CFM dust in 161 ft² rooms.
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Washable fabric pre-filter
The fabric pre-filter offers the first layer of protection, catching larger particles from the air.
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Remove 99.97% of airborne particles
Electrostatic filtration works with the particle filter to remove 99.97% of airborne particles.
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Charged particles stick to filter media
The particle filter captures airborne germs and allergens like pollen, dust, pet dander, and more.
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Activated carbon layer removes light odors
A layer of activated carbon traps light household odors from pets, cooking, and smoking.
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Change color in seconds
Match to your space with multiple fabric pre-filter colors. Pre-filters in Dark Shadow and Diva Blue come standard, other colors sold separately.
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Low noise and energy consumption
Quiet Mark awarded
Sleep without disruption with one of the quietest air purifiers in the category as identified by the Quiet Mark. No louder than a whisper on low (17 dB) and up to 46 dB on high.
ENERGY STAR rated
ENERGY STAR rated to use less energy than the average LED lightbulb (about 10 W) - so you can keep it running all day without a second thought.
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One-button control
Forget about adjusting settings and knobs - a single button controls it all and lets you know when it's time to replace the filter. The built-in warning system glows red when it's time for a change.
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Simple to place
Unlike some air purifiers with strict rules for placement, Blue models use a 360-degree air intake, meaning you can place it almost anywhere in the room without compromising performance.
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Room size
| 161 ft² | 185 ft² | 190 ft² | 388 ft² | 540 ft² | 620 ft² |
CADR-Smoke
| 105 cfm | 119 cfm | 123 cfm | 250 cfm | 350 cfm | 400 cfm |
Auto mode
| ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
AQI
| ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
Included Pre-Filter
| Dark Shadow, Diva Blue | Dark Shadow | Arctic Trail | Arctic Trail | Dark Shadow, Diva Blue | Dark Shadow, Diva Blue |
Metal filter housing
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
AHAM Verifide
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Product information
Color | Black |
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Brand | Blueair |
Product Dimensions | 8"D x 8"W x 3.94"H |
Floor Area | 100 Square Feet |
Specification Met | (unset) |
Noise Level | 46 dB |
Controller Type | Button Control |
Wattage | 10 watts |
Item Weight | 3.35 pounds |
Manufacturer | Blueair |
ASIN | B073WJDQMN |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 411PACF101435 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,274 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #16 in HEPA Filter Air Purifiers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Care instructions | Hand Wash |
Assembly required | No |
Number of pieces | 1 |
Warranty Description | 1 year warranty. 2 year warranty with product registration through blueair. |
Batteries required | No |
Included Components | Blue 411 air purifier, 2 pre-filters, 1 particle with carbon filter, product documentation |
Import | Imported |
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Sustainable, Swedish design
Inspired by our Swedish heritage, sustainability and quality are at the heart of everything we do. It drives us to develop products that exceed industry standards for performance without being hard on the environment. We use materials like galvanized steel and recyclable plastics, design our filters to be recycled and ensure all Blueair purifiers are ENERGY STAR rated for energy efficiency. Please check your local recycling facilities for availability.
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Product Description
"Blue Pure 411 air purifier quickly cleans 161sqft small room in about 12.5 min or up to 772sqft extra-large space in 60min, on high. Only Blueair air purifiers use HEPASilent™ technology, delivering maximum filtration with minimum noise. Combining mechanical filtration with electrostatic charging of particles produces clean air, faster, and much more quietly than traditional HEPA filtration alone. Delivers high performance with automated one-button control in a lightweight, compact package and includes washable, pre-filters in Dark Shadow (Gray) and Diva Blue. It can also be customized in other Swedish-inspired pre-filter colors that are sold separately. Carbon filter traps light household odors from smoking, pets, cooking, and more. Award-winning, sleek, Swedish design compliments your aesthetic while working hard to clean your air so you can place where it will be most effective at capturing airborne particles & odors without worrying about it cramping your style. Independently evaluated for safety standards and third-party tested for performance as part of the AHAM Verifide® Program for air cleaners, this air purifier has a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 105 for fine smoke particles, 120 for pollen particles, and 120 for dust particles.
CLEAN AIR IN A MATTER OF MINUTES: Comparing CADR performance of Blueair models with mechanical and electrostatic filtration vs same models with only H13 HEPA mechanical filtration. When similar CADR was measured, Blueair models with mechanical and electrostatic filtration achieved less noise with less energy than same models with only H13 HEPA mechanical filtration. According to AHAM, air changes per hour (ACH) is the measure of the outside air volume added to a space divided by the volume of that space over a set amount of time.
REMOVES ODOR & PARTICLES DOWN TO 0.1 MICRON: Blueair models with HEPASilent's mechanical and electrostatic filtration produced higher CADR, lower noise, and had lower energy consumption vs. the same models with only mechanical filtration (H13 filter). Tested on PM2.5 (0.1 - 2.5 μm) up to 90min; Tested on Influenza A (H1N1) with a minimum reduction rate of 99.99% in 60min.
MOST AWARDED AIR PURIFIER BRAND IN THE US: Based on survey of over 50 awards, accolades, and recommendations issued by independent consumer associations, media publications, and industry competitions from January 1, 2022, through August 16th, 2022, for products sold in the US by top 10 air purifier brands according to NPD Group Retail Tracking Service, Small Appliances, U.S. sales dollars June 2022 YTD.
BACTERIA, VIRUS & MOLD SPORE REMOVAL: Tested to reduce E.coli and Influenza A (H1N1) with minimum reduction rate of 99.9% in 60min; Tested on A.niger with minimum reduction rate of 99.9% in 60min."
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Customers like the quality, size and filter of the air purifier. They mention that it helps tremendously with construction dust and paint fumes, it takes up very little space and that the external filter works pretty well in slowing the air flow. Customers are also impresseded with the performance, saying that it works well for pet dander and that it makes an immediate difference in the air quality.
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Customers are mixed about the noise of the air purifier. Some mention that it's super quiet, while others say that it makes an annoying amount of noise. Some say that the night feature turns down the fan to almost noiseless, while other say that they have weird sounds, like a humming sound, and a jet engine sound.
"...Overall this BLUE AIR purifier was quiet, worked great and is actually designed pretty nice and has a pleasant look to it...." Read more
"...It's quiet, unobtrusive, very neutral-looking (doesn't stand out as some "machine" sitting there), and seems very efficient at doing it's job...." Read more
"...And it seems to work, day after day for years, without making a lot of noise, smoke, or requiring a carpet cleaner who specializes in blue goo...." Read more
"...Anyway, when the fan speeds up, it sounds like a jet engine (especially when it’s very quiet in the house). It’s too loud to keep in our bedroom...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the air purifier. For example, they mention it really works great, the app works well, and has no problems with the machine. Some say that the automatic mode works well and is easy to move from room to room. That said, some complain about the noise level.
"...I believe this air purifier works well for pet dander)3. This item is great for taking cooking smells out of the home...." Read more
"...Very quiet and very effective! I have a 1000 sqft house with 4 dogs, so I have a major dust problem...." Read more
"...You can turn the indicator lights completely off, so it's good for use in bedrooms.The Bad:-..." Read more
"...until a couple of months ago when both of these quit working within a few weeks of each other...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the air purifier. They say it helps tremendously with construction dust and paint fumes, cleans the air after a few hours, and thoroughly cleans it of all smoke. They also mention that it traps dust and dog hair before it even makes it to the filter. Customers describe it as a classy and high functioning particle air purification device that is easy to clean and replace filters. They appreciate the cover and filter are both washable, and find it to be a good combination of size, appearance, and functionality.
"...What this Air purifier does well is - 1. It does actually keep dust particles off of your shelves and out of the home in general...." Read more
"...It's quiet, unobtrusive, very neutral-looking (doesn't stand out as some "machine" sitting there), and seems very efficient at doing it's job...." Read more
"This is a game-changer! The sleek, modern design fits seamlessly into my home decor, and the built-in air quality monitor sets it apart from other..." Read more
"...It took about 5 minutes to install and about 4 hours to clean the air.,I has a night feature that turns down the fan to almost noiseless...." Read more
Customers like the air quality of the product. They mention that it makes the air breathe cleaner, and it's effective in providing fresh air by eliminating odors. They also appreciate the low noise level, and the fact that the app tells them their air quality. The real-time air quality display provides valuable insights into the pollutants present in the air, allowing them to monitor and adjust the filter.
"...that tends to have a lingering smell, this air purifier just takes the smell right out!..." Read more
"...The important things are it makes it easier to breathe. The house is easier to clean...." Read more
"...Sleep more works great too. App tells you your air quality and how much filtering capacity it has left...." Read more
"...The real-time air quality display provides valuable insights into the pollutants present in the air, allowing me to monitor and adjust the purifier..." Read more
Customers find the air purifier easy to set up and use. They say the app is great and does the job. They also say it takes about 5 minutes to install and about 4 hours to clean the air. Customers also love the simplicity and quality of the product. They mention that changing the filter is easy.
"...I actually use the phone app a lot. Much easier to set controls through that than manually. Sleep more works great too...." Read more
"...It took about 5 minutes to install and about 4 hours to clean the air.,I has a night feature that turns down the fan to almost noiseless...." Read more
"...At night time I put it into nighttime mode or just shut off.Super easy to use and comes put together...." Read more
"...I love that I can control this through the app on my phone. It’s very easy to use. I enjoy the auto feature...." Read more
Customers like the size of the air purifier. For example, they mention it takes up very little space, it could fit in a large suitcase, and it's compact and easy to operate. Some say the filters are huge and sturdy, and the unit is silent on the lowest setting.
"...The main filter has a tremendous amount of surface area. I took it apart and stretched it out and it is 64 feet long and 9 1/2"s wide...." Read more
"...This unit can display measurements for 3 different particulate sizes: PM1, PM2.5, and PM10...." Read more
"...a parakeet, and decided to go for this model, as offering a good combination of size, appearance, and functionality...." Read more
"...The Bad:- This is rather large for a placing in a bedroom. Dimensions are 18.9 X 10.6 X 10.6 in (H X W X D)..." Read more
Customers like the filter of the air purifier. They say it does a great job filtering the air, the prefilter works pretty well, and the removable filter is fantastic for helping the main filter focus on what matters. They also love the all-in-one filter, which is affordable and easy to replace. Some customers say the filter doesn't need changing yet.
"Short version. Superb filtering, vertical discharge, high air flow, low noise, low power consumption, solid app, not cat friendly, MUCH bigger in..." Read more
"This air filter is fantastic! I moved into a new apartment with my 2 year old (who has severe allergies) in October...." Read more
"...The filtration is good, the prefilter works pretty well in slowing the accumulation of stuff from depositing on the main filter and forcing..." Read more
"...Changing filters isn't the easiest, as it generally takes two of us to pull the cloth pre-filter over the HEPA filter without creasing the fins...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the air purifier. Some mention that it's much better priced than other up-market brands like IQAir, and worth every penny. They're also happy to see that the replacement filters are not extremely expensive. However, others say that it was a very expensive mistake that they've had absolutely no health benefits from so far, and the price is high.
"...It is one of the higher priced air purifiers out there but still less money than a Dyson...." Read more
"...Across the board, it has not been as advertised. A very expensive mistake that I’ve had absolutely no health benefits from so far." Read more
"...New filters are cheap, and the knock-off brand we use seems to work well.That's not to say there's no bats in this belfry...." Read more
"...Nice compromise. I like it. The ionizer emits a maximum of 5 PPB of ozone which is 25 times under the FDA limit for indoor medical devices...." Read more
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2. It keeps smells out of the home. I have two dogs and while I keep them very clean, I am always paranoid that my house will smell like dogs when people come through my doors. (I believe this air purifier works well for pet dander)
3. This item is great for taking cooking smells out of the home. If i cook bacon or fish or a food dish that tends to have a lingering smell, this air purifier just takes the smell right out! It has really impressed me and I am SO happy with this purchase.
Overall this BLUE AIR purifier was quiet, worked great and is actually designed pretty nice and has a pleasant look to it. It is one of the higher priced air purifiers out there but still less money than a Dyson. (Was actually going to purchase the Dyson air purifier because I thought it must be better but almost all of the reviews that compared BLUE AIR to Dyson showed BLUEAIR worked better)
If you are still not sure, read the other reviews posted, there are lots of reviews posted that agree this is a superior product compared to various other air purifiers.
That's not to say there's no bats in this belfry. First, with a cloth cover of the corrugated filter, it is a little delicate. You pick it up by the cloth cover, and risk damaging the filter. I try to pick it up by the white plastic top, and usually manage to rotate it 1/16 of a turn, releasing the filter assembly to tumble across the floor, releasing the accumulated dust. It does tend to teach the careless to care.
Changing filters isn't the easiest, as it generally takes two of us to pull the cloth pre-filter over the HEPA filter without creasing the fins. And, after an episode you will certainly only do once in your life, never decide to sterilize the cloth cover by washing it in hot water followed by a hot dryer. You'd think I would have learned my lesson the time I did that to my expensive cashmere sweater, turning it into a garment for my toddler. Did I forget to mention? Wash the cloth pre-filter under a cold tap, and allow it to air dry.
Final observation. The first Blue Air came with a blue filter. This one is black, with a spare blue. Perfect, as I needed an extra cover to replace the one I cashmered. I like the black better. As it accumulates dust, it turns into an attractive mottled gray. The blue one doesn't look so good as it accumulates dust, with ugly streaks where the dog wiped his nose (we've learned to keep the air cleaner in a corner to keep it upright).
However, the ugliness that the blue one becomes may be a blessing as it encourages more frequent cleaning. As I vacuum the house, I see it needs cleaning so I'll take an upholstery attachment to it. Shortly, there's a screech, and I'll find myself vacuuming it outside. Being cylindrical with a cloth cover over paper fins, it's not the easiest thing to vacuum, and nothing but washing seems to help the dog snot problem. But I suppose there's worse things the dog could wipe on it.
The down sides are pretty inconsequential to me. OK, I need to learn to be delicate with something for once. The important things are it makes it easier to breathe. The house is easier to clean. And it seems to work, day after day for years, without making a lot of noise, smoke, or requiring a carpet cleaner who specializes in blue goo. As well, at least the dog doesn't wipe his nose on the expensive drapes.
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[I don't review a product until I have been able to test or use it for at least a number of weeks or months. This allows my family to test its' durability/reliability and also lets us see how enjoyable or usable it is over the long term, whether it's a mattress, TV or even a dog collar. Cheers!]
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This is a review of the....**Blue Pure 311i+ Max Air Purifier**
I have had asthma since I was a baby. The family "joke" is that I came out of the womb wheezing instead of crying and the worry from the doctors is what gave my mom grey hair in her early 30s.
Anyway, asthma inhalers and air purifiers have been a part of my life forever. We currently have a European company's hospital-grade model in our living room and previously had its little bedroom version in our bedroom but that model died prematurely. The European IQ company has a North American office but it's head office is in California. Any warranty work has to be shipped to California at the owner's expense. Shipping costs were more than the model was worth so that is why we went looking for new options.
When we saw the other reviews for this model, I researched it even further. Seeing other positive reviews elsewhere, I decided to take the plunge, purchase it here on Amazon and let my lungs decide for me. (It's easy to tell whether or not an air purifier is working well or not -- I will either start having asthma episodes again or full blown attacks or I will remain relatively stable and my sinuses will stay their see-saw selves.)
When this Blue Pure 311i+ Max arrived, we unpacked it and let it run in our basement to "air out" and do any off-gassing it may have needed to do. After a few days, we put it in our bedroom and put it on high while my wife vacuumed in there. We downloaded the app (first time we have ever used an app on a minor appliance like this) and played around a bit.
We found that a 65% fan speed is the perfect speed for the Blue Pure 311i+ Max to give us some gentle, pseudo white noise in the background while surprisingly still giving the air purifier enough speed/power to recirculate a surprising amount of air. (You can set the fan to various fan speeds in the app on your phone. If you don't want to use your phone, you have 5 or so options to choose from on the unit itself.)
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PROS:
1. Does a surprisingly good job at cleaning our air. The proof is in my lungs and from my pharmacy; fewer asthma issues and two fewer inhaler refills for the two inhalers that I need to keep in my bedroom. The performance of this Blue Pure 311i+ Max is currently on par with the original performance of the bedroom-sized iQAir that we had before its motor blew.
2. My wife vacuums the pre-filter weekly (which is just a thin fabric lining on the outside of the Blue Pure 311i+ Max ), and we are due for another HEPA filter replacement to keep my asthma in check, but at this rate, the original cost of the Blue Pure 311i+ Max (and replacing the HEPA filters more regularly than what is needed by most people) is still a far better value than the other air purifier brand we were using in the bedroom.
3. Not a huge positive but rather just a preference: this model appears to suck air in from all around its lower 360° body. There are many manufacturers that do this but this model then shoots the clean air out in various directions from the top. Some goes straight up, a little to the back, a little to the left, a lot more to the right etc. I am not sure if this is on purpose or not but this "randomness" helps to prevent drafts or "breezes" from forming in a small room like a bedroom if you don't want them (i.e. Think about the draft that is created by a fan in a small room. Even if the fan is stationary and isn't aimed at you, you eventually feel the moving air. If it's Winter and already cool in the bedroom, you'll understand.)
CONS:
1. None. Seriously. No cons (so far). This is a first in something like 4 or 5 years.
It is EXTREMELY rare for me (or a family member) to like something 100% but it is a first for me and my better-half to both have nothing negative to say about something.
We have had this Blue Pure 311i+ Max since last year and it has exceeded our expectations in every way. It moves tons of air if needed / it purifies the air very well / the air quality monitor seems to work well and matches the European IQ company's air quality measurements pretty closely / it can be absolutely quiet if needed but still clean the air / replacement HEPA filters are very reasonable priced / maintenance is simple....
I will edit this review if there is anything that happens to this Blue Pure 311i+ Max. I kind of hope I have something negative to say or the app fails because I REALLY don't like giving 5 stars all around and not having anything negative to say. :( But so far, this Blue Air product is a gem and is delivering on all fronts. I am blown away by something so good, and especially at this price point.
I hope this review has been helpful. Stay safe. :)
Reviewed in Canada on February 15, 2024
[I don't review a product until I have been able to test or use it for at least a number of weeks or months. This allows my family to test its' durability/reliability and also lets us see how enjoyable or usable it is over the long term, whether it's a mattress, TV or even a dog collar. Cheers!]
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This is a review of the....**Blue Pure 311i+ Max Air Purifier**
I have had asthma since I was a baby. The family "joke" is that I came out of the womb wheezing instead of crying and the worry from the doctors is what gave my mom grey hair in her early 30s.
Anyway, asthma inhalers and air purifiers have been a part of my life forever. We currently have a European company's hospital-grade model in our living room and previously had its little bedroom version in our bedroom but that model died prematurely. The European IQ company has a North American office but it's head office is in California. Any warranty work has to be shipped to California at the owner's expense. Shipping costs were more than the model was worth so that is why we went looking for new options.
When we saw the other reviews for this model, I researched it even further. Seeing other positive reviews elsewhere, I decided to take the plunge, purchase it here on Amazon and let my lungs decide for me. (It's easy to tell whether or not an air purifier is working well or not -- I will either start having asthma episodes again or full blown attacks or I will remain relatively stable and my sinuses will stay their see-saw selves.)
When this Blue Pure 311i+ Max arrived, we unpacked it and let it run in our basement to "air out" and do any off-gassing it may have needed to do. After a few days, we put it in our bedroom and put it on high while my wife vacuumed in there. We downloaded the app (first time we have ever used an app on a minor appliance like this) and played around a bit.
We found that a 65% fan speed is the perfect speed for the Blue Pure 311i+ Max to give us some gentle, pseudo white noise in the background while surprisingly still giving the air purifier enough speed/power to recirculate a surprising amount of air. (You can set the fan to various fan speeds in the app on your phone. If you don't want to use your phone, you have 5 or so options to choose from on the unit itself.)
To the important points:
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PROS:
1. Does a surprisingly good job at cleaning our air. The proof is in my lungs and from my pharmacy; fewer asthma issues and two fewer inhaler refills for the two inhalers that I need to keep in my bedroom. The performance of this Blue Pure 311i+ Max is currently on par with the original performance of the bedroom-sized iQAir that we had before its motor blew.
2. My wife vacuums the pre-filter weekly (which is just a thin fabric lining on the outside of the Blue Pure 311i+ Max ), and we are due for another HEPA filter replacement to keep my asthma in check, but at this rate, the original cost of the Blue Pure 311i+ Max (and replacing the HEPA filters more regularly than what is needed by most people) is still a far better value than the other air purifier brand we were using in the bedroom.
3. Not a huge positive but rather just a preference: this model appears to suck air in from all around its lower 360° body. There are many manufacturers that do this but this model then shoots the clean air out in various directions from the top. Some goes straight up, a little to the back, a little to the left, a lot more to the right etc. I am not sure if this is on purpose or not but this "randomness" helps to prevent drafts or "breezes" from forming in a small room like a bedroom if you don't want them (i.e. Think about the draft that is created by a fan in a small room. Even if the fan is stationary and isn't aimed at you, you eventually feel the moving air. If it's Winter and already cool in the bedroom, you'll understand.)
CONS:
1. None. Seriously. No cons (so far). This is a first in something like 4 or 5 years.
It is EXTREMELY rare for me (or a family member) to like something 100% but it is a first for me and my better-half to both have nothing negative to say about something.
We have had this Blue Pure 311i+ Max since last year and it has exceeded our expectations in every way. It moves tons of air if needed / it purifies the air very well / the air quality monitor seems to work well and matches the European IQ company's air quality measurements pretty closely / it can be absolutely quiet if needed but still clean the air / replacement HEPA filters are very reasonable priced / maintenance is simple....
I will edit this review if there is anything that happens to this Blue Pure 311i+ Max. I kind of hope I have something negative to say or the app fails because I REALLY don't like giving 5 stars all around and not having anything negative to say. :( But so far, this Blue Air product is a gem and is delivering on all fronts. I am blown away by something so good, and especially at this price point.
I hope this review has been helpful. Stay safe. :)
Judy