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Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max vs Winix 9800
Both are extra large air purifiers. Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max scores 3.8 to 3.8 on our formula. Winix 9800 costs $21 less, so it can still be the better buy on a tight budget.
Rating by rating
| Rating | Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max | Winix 9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Value | 2.0 | 2.5 |
| Energy efficiency | 4.5 | 2.0 |
| Quietness | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Filter cost | 3.5 | 5.0 |
| Certified CADR | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Features | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Tested performance | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Spec by spec
| Spec | Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max | Winix 9800 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | 300 | 279 |
| $ per CADR | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Smoke CADR | 400 | 405 |
| Dust CADR | 400 | 410 |
| Pollen CADR | 400 | 408 |
| AHAM room size (sq ft) | 620 | 628 |
| Max power (W) | 52 | 85 |
| CADR per watt | 7.7 | 4.8 |
| Noise low (dB) | 23 | 25 |
| Noise high (dB) | 53 | 56 |
| Filter cost per year | $140 | $95 |
| 5-year cost | $1,000 | $754 |
| Carbon (lb) | 0.3 | 1.2 |
| True HEPA | Yes | Yes |
| Auto mode | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| AHAM Verifide | Yes | Yes |
| Energy Star | Yes | Yes |
Green marks the better figure in each row. Prices are approximate street prices.