Best air purifier for a shared apartment with a smoker roommate?
My roommate smokes on the balcony but the smoke drifts into the common area (about 35 m²). I need a purifier that handles secondhand smoke effectively. Prioritizing smoke CADR and carbon capacity. Budget up to €300.
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Winix 5500-2
3 Answers
For secondhand smoke in 35 m², target CADR smoke of 230+. The Winix 5500-2 at 232 CADR smoke with its washable AOC carbon pre-filter is a strong match. Position it between the balcony door and the main living area for best interception.
The Coway Airmega 250 would also work well here at CADR 246 smoke. It has an air quality sensor that auto-ramps when smoke enters. Either choice will need more frequent carbon filter replacement due to the smoke exposure.
Also consider weather stripping the balcony door to reduce smoke infiltration when your roommate is smoking. Reducing the source always helps the purifier work more effectively.