Honeywell AllergenPlus HPA200 Review
by Honeywell
$219.99
Estimated Annual Filter Cost: ~$90/year
Summary
The Honeywell AllergenPlus HPA200 is a reliable, no-frills purifier for living spaces up to ~250 ft². It delivers True HEPA filtration, reasonable coverage, and solid build, plus a generous 5-year warranty. On low it’s quiet and unobtrusive, but Turbo mode can get loud and energy-hungry. Filter costs are moderate, but the carbon pre-filter needs attention every few months. Skip this if you want smart features or ultra-quiet high-speed operation, but it's an excellent choice for solid, trustworthy performance.
Here's what this purifier does best
- Reliable HEPA performance: Dual filters remove 99.97% of 0.3 µm particles.
- Simple & durable: Basic controls, sturdy with a 5-year warranty.
- Good mid-size coverage: Around 200–250 ft² rooms handled well at high speed.
- Low-speed quiet operation: Makes for good background or bedroom use.
- Energy‑Star certified: More efficient than non-certified units.
Consider these trade-offs
- No true pre-filter: Carbon pre-filter wears quickly and can be costly.
- Loud at full speed: ~70 dB can be intrusive in quiet rooms.
- High energy draw: Low CFM per watt relative to competitors.
- No smart or remote features: Manual controls only.