What is the best air filter/purifier to buy? I have a pet, and want it to run in my bedroom.?

Question

Just wondering what is a good value, good quality filter. I don't want to spend much over $100 for it. I've had some general allergic type issues lately that I'm fairly sure are related to seasonal allergies/pet allergy (Yes, I have a dog and have a mild allergy to pets.. he's worth it). Please stick with the facts (I.e. how small the particles it can filter are, how much air it moves, how loud the thing is etc...) Thanks for any and all responses!

Answer 1

Ok , i'm not sure if you live in a house with vents or just in and apt, because they sell little air filters you can put on your vents that filter out the air, also furnace filers are great to. But if you want to go with the air purifier I would say the danby ones are quite good. Make sure you get one with  hepa filtration that you can wash. Good Luck

Answer 2

I have been very pleased with the Oreck XL.It has a multi-speed fan with 3 filters.The 1st is similar to the filter for your furnace/AC.It captures the large particles.The second is an ionic grid that captures the microscopic particles. The rear filter contains activated charcoal to remove odors.The filters are easily removed for cleaning.The charcoal filter will have to be replaced, but can be found at suppliers online in a pack of 6 for a very reasonable price.There is a light that tells you when filters need cleaning.The unit itself is one of the more expensive, but you can purchase a factory reconditioned unit at heartlandamerica.com for just a little over $100.00.I bought mine there, and it is still working well after over 3yr's.I've read complaints about the drying time required after the ionic grid is cleaned by soaking in soapy water then rinsed in fresh water.It must be completely dry or it will make a poping sound when it is back in place, and the power is turned on.I place mine in front of a fan for about 2 hr's, and it is ready to go.