Pure Enrichment Winix 5500-2
With a smoke CADR of 232 cfm, this is one of the best air purifiers when it comes to smoke and tobacco odors removal. It features a powerful fan that can cover medium to large rooms, so it will fit perfectly in your living room or a larger bedroom. Moreover, due to the included HEPA filter, that catches up to 99.97% of dust particles, mold spores, pet hair, bacteria, and viruses, it can help with allergies and breathing issues.
Neutralizes Benzene and Other Chemical Vapors
Cigarette smoke contains Benzene, a dangerous compound that gets absorbed into your lungs and skin and increases the risk of cancer. Winix 5500-2 uses PlasmaWave technology to break apart any volatile organic compounds that can cause health issues. Furthermore, it reduces odors released by tobacco, pets and wall paint, delivering crisp air to your house.
4 Adjustable Fan Speeds
Sometimes less is more, and at night, when you need a good rest, a lower speed that produces less noise is your best option. This item lets you choose between 4 different fan speeds with a Turbo option included for extra dirty air days. Moreover, when you don’t feel like deciding which speed is the best, the Auto Mode function will kick in and use the smart sensor to determine the level of pollution in your room.
Washable Carbon Filters
When using a purifier for smoke removal, you should keep in mind that the air in your house will be as clean as the filter that is responsible for absorbing the tobacco odors. Featuring an activated carbon filter that can be washed whenever needed, Winix 5500-2 is great for spaces where heavy smoking is practiced. However, filters need to be replaced periodically and there is an indicator to remind you of this.
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- Great CADR rating
- Washable carbon filter
- Auto Mode function
- Turbo fan Speed
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- Rather large and hard to move around the house
- On Turbo speed it can get loud
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| This is a highly effective unit that can be used for fast air cleaning. It combines 4 filtering technologies to deliver odor- and pollutant-free air for large spaces. If you are searching for a model that can cover your workspace, living room or even your entire house, Winix 5500-2 is a perfectly viable option. |
One of the quietest purifiers on the market, but still able to cover large surfaces like living rooms workplaces or large kitchens, Coway AP-1512HH combines 4 different filtering technologies for enhanced smoke removal. It includes a timer that turns it off after 1, 4 or 8 hours, according to your choice. Moreover, its Auto function supervises the air pollution level in your house, indicating its value through 3 LED colors. Now you can distinguish between high pollution (red), medium (purple) and clean air (blue). It will also adjust fan speeds according to these values, so you won’t have to think about it. Plus, if it detects clean air for more than 30 minutes, the Auto function will shut it off to help you save energy.
The True HEPA and the activated carbon filter won’t let any particle that is bigger than 0.3 microns go through, this meaning that both tobacco smoke and odor will be neutralized. It’s time for you to forget about yellow drapes and walls. Additionally, it kills germs and bacteria and keeps away pollutants that are responsible for breathing conditions and allergies.
Including two additional filtering technologies, the vital ion, and the pre-filter, this model can remove allergens and odors in a proportion of 99.97%. Moreover, it reduces VOCs, thus preventing serious illnesses like cancer.
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- Effective filtering system
- Auto function included
- Quiet, producing a sound of only 24.5dB
- Eco-friendly and energy-saver
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- Rather expensive filters
- LED light cannot be dimmed or turned off
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| With a filter replacement indicator included, this model will let you know when it needs new ones, thus helping you keep the sanitation standards in your house high. It is a wonderful choice for smokers and their families, who need the tobacco removed from their house in a fast and effective way. |
This unit has received the Energy Star certification that guarantees it complies with superior energy-efficiency standards, so you can use it with confidence in large rooms for long periods, without worrying about energy waste. With a smoke CADR of 108, it does a great achievement for smokers’ houses, where it can help with tobacco odors and prevent deposits. The True HEPA that is paired with a charcoal filter, eliminates not only dust particles, allergens, and mold spores, but it reduces microorganisms and odors.
When it comes to thorough hygiene and creating a safe space to breathe and sleep, the UV-C light acts as a ruthless cleaner by killing up to 99.97% of viruses, germs, bacteria, and other microbes. Moreover, the air is circulated for over 4 times per hour, thus drastically reducing the chance of microorganisms to attach to furniture and fabrics.
The pre-filter traps large particles, thus prolonging the life of the HEPA and charcoal filters. Furthermore, it is washable so you can use it multiple times before replacing it. However, the other filters and UCV bulb need to be changed every 10 to 12 months. For best performance, it is recommended not to use other filters but those produced by GermGuradian.
Featuring a powerful fan that allows you to choose between high, medium and low speed, and Titanium Dioxide improved UV technology, Germ Guardian AC4825 proves to be a great solution not only for air pollution and microorganism invasions but for persistent odors produced by smoke, pets, and cooking.
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- Energy Star certified
- Effective UV-C light
- Features 3 adjustable fan speeds
- High smoke CADR score
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- Filters need to be replaced every 10-12 months
- No Auto Shut-Off included
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| Featuring a powerful fan that allows you to choose between high, medium and low speed, and Titanium Dioxide improved UV technology, Germ Guardian AC4825 proves to be a great solution not only for air pollution and microorganism invasions but for persistent odors produced by smoke, pets, and cooking. |
Cigarette smoke can get really annoying if it is not removed fast, and this is the problem with small, less powerful purifiers that take too long to absorb tobacco, thus increasing the risk of your family breathing harmful volatile organic compounds. Hathaspace MUG-55 can efficiently cover a room that is up to 350 sq. ft. large and, thanks to its multiple-filter system, it delivers fresh air that is also germ- and odor-free.
Besides the traditionally used HEPA and activated carbon filters, it features a nano-cold catalyst filter which is responsible with catching pet dander, mold and large dust particles, and an antibacterial filter. Furthermore, for persistent odors that not even charcoal can neutralize, you have the option of an ionizer, that can be turned on and off, depending on how long you need it to function.
It also includes a sensor that follows the pollution level in your house and automatically adjusts the fan speeds to get the best results in the minimum of time. Thanks to the smart display, you will always be informed of the air’s quality through 3 color lights: green – for clean air, yellow – for medium polluted air, and red – for high levels of pollution.
Hathaspace MUG-55 is the best option for comfortable people who like to do as many things as possible from the coziness of their couch. Provided with a remote and an Auto function that monitors and adjusts the parameters to the right level, you won’t even have to remember it’s working.
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- Includes a performant 6-filter system
- Covers areas that are up to 350 sq. ft. large
- Features a smart pollution sensor
- Remote control included
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- Rather large and difficult to move
- Doesn’t include a filter replacement indicator
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| Hathaspace MUG-55 is the best option for comfortable people who like to do as many things as possible from the coziness of their couch. Provided with a remote and an Auto function that monitors and adjusts the parameters to the right level, you won’t even have to remember it’s working. |
Studies have proven that long exposure to VOCs is often responsible for symptoms such as nausea, skin irritations, dizziness, and blurry vision. These chemicals rise from wall paint or other solvents that are used to coat furniture and travel through the air right into our lungs. Cigarette smoke is known to release Benzene, which can cause cancer and leukemia, so inhaling it daily for hours is not something you would want to do.
LEVOIT Vista 200 comes with a CTC100 formula activated carbon filter that traps these chemical compounds and neutralizes them, thus ensuring a healthy and safe environment for your family. Moreover, it also gets rid of the annoying smells they leave behind.
With a weight of only 5.05 pounds, you won’t have any trouble moving it around the house, where its presence is most required. Plus, it produces a sound of no more than 25dB on slow speed, the equivalent of a whisper, that won’t disturb your rest at night.
Many safety tests were performed on this model before releasing it on the market, so you won’t have to worry about your family’s safety. 100% Ozone free, it is safe to use around babies, children, and teens. Moreover, its running won’t affect asthma sufferers or produce additional breathing difficulties that sometimes appear when other purifiers are used.
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- Efficient in removing smoke and VOCs
- Super quiet
- Small and portable
- 100% Ozone-free
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- Can only cover reduced areas
- Doesn’t include an Auto Shut-Off function
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| It features a 360 side air intake that allows you to place it wherever you want without having to check for its frontal position. Besides, this upgrade enhances its performance, turning it into a real microbe killer. If you need an appliance that can cover a rather small place like your kitchen or balcony, LEVOIT Vista 200 is more than perfect. And if you are thinking to use it for larger spaces, there is always the option of a 2-unit package that Levoit has prepared for you. |
When looking for an air purifier for cigarette smoke, a few aspects need to be considered. First of all, you will want a model with a great CADR rating that can remove tobacco smoke and odor efficiently. Large rooms are usually harder to clean, so if this is your case, and you need a unit that can cover the space of a living room or a kitchen, you should take a look at Coway AP-1512HH. Not only that it can extend its area of action for up to 361 sq. ft., but it is equipped with performant filtering technology that was designed to neutralize cigar smoke and odor in a proportion of almost 100%.
Winix 5500-2 is a solid unit that will do a great job in removing VOCs and bacteria. With an activated carbon filter included, it will act upon odors produced by smoking and ensure pure air for your family. Moreover, it allows you to select the proper speed and features a quiet one for your restful nights.
If you are looking to save energy, but still enjoy the benefits of a purifier, Germ Guardian AC4825 will please you. Energy Star and Carb certified, it won’t only save you money, but keep you safe, as it doesn’t produce any substances that may affect your health.
