First, I would like to give a shout out for the folks at "Best Vacuum." I was having difficulty finding the Blueair 650E, and after trying to buy one at Best Vacuum, they called me and set things up so I could order one from their website. They delivered it overnight FedEx for free...a rare deal now a days! They were very good people to work with; they sell all accessories as well, so they have me as a new customer. (I do NOT work for Best Vacuum or have any relationship with them except business.)
So, my initial impressions having this unit a little over a week. I will come back later and update the review. But for now, this is what I know:
CONS:
(1) I sent three separate emails to Blueair; Two before I bought, and one after. None have been answered. This was always a deal breaker for me...I would not buy from anyone who would not respond to potential customers. However, after reading all the specs for this unit, many, many reviews both professional and from customers, and speaking with tech support on the phone, I broke my own rule and purchased it from Best Vacuum.
(2) Other than that, I am stunned by how they designed the back lit control panel on the 650E, which is used to report dust and particle numbers, use the timer, and check how many filter days are left. It also tells you the fan speed. First, they put this control panel all the way to the bottom left in front. You literally have to bend over all the way to see the panel. Even thought the panel is back-lit, the back light turns off shortly after its last use. So, at least when the back light was on, you might be able to stand back a few feet and read the panel standing up. But not for long...the back light turns off, and I need a flashlight and must bend all the way over to read it. I don't know what they were thinking. They say that the back light does not stay on as some people do not like the light at night; what would be wrong with an off and on switch so the user can decide?
PROS:
(1) The CADR numbers for this unit are unparalleled in home market air purifiers: >400, >450, AND >450. Wow! These numbers come after being tested and certified buy AHAM..the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. This was the primary reason I considered this model. These are the highest numbers that can be given, and I believe that only Blueair holds this distinction.
(2) Speed 1 is very quiet, and could be used at night. Speed two, the recommended day setting, is slightly louder; it can be heard but its not very annoying. Speed 3, the highest, does make noise. I just think of it as the sound of cleaner air being generated. There is also an automatic mode. The unit runs on speed 1 until it detects dust or smells in the house, then kicks itself up to #2 or #3, depending on the strength of the offending agent. It works so well that I can sit ten feet away from it and put waterless, gel type hand cleaner on and it will almost instantly pick up the odor and crank itself up.
(3) Its made of metal and comes with a remote control. The remote has a magnet in it, and you can stick it on the top or sides of the Blueair should you want.
(4) The unit is on heavy duty castors and moves around on my carpet with no problems.
(5) And finally, although the jury is NOT in yet on this, but it seems that it may very well do a great job at dust removal. We have two, top of the line Rabbit Air purifiers in our home, and have had them for about 2 years. No doubt they have helped, but we have a very unusual amount of dust in our home. Over the last 4-5 days, it seems that it really is making a dent in cooperation with the Rabbits. Again, its to early to tell for sure, but I will update this when I have an Answer. I have spent a lot of time testing it myself at home and putting it thru different tests; I'm not crazy, but after spending over $900.00 dollars, I must be pretty much convinced that it is making a MAJOR improvement for us.
Best Vacuum gives a 30 day, no questions asked return policy. They will pay for return shipping, and even have FedEx pick the box up at your home. Amazon has a direct link to Best Vacuum you can find after searching for "Blueair 650E" on their website. Best Vacuum will be one of the authorized sellers.
For now, we are very happy, but need much longer to judge its effectiveness. I will be back to update this review.
Thanks for reading. Hope it helped.
Greg
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Read many reviews and research several brands. Decided to go with the 650E. It is great! I have bad allergies and I am not taking any of my meds. for them now. It is a good feeling not to wake up sneezing and runny nose every morning. Seemed a bit expensive at first, but now I am glad I spent the money. Probably the only con I would have would be the size, but it isn't very heavy and on rollers. Good job, Blueair!!
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A better home air purifier is probably not developed as good as the Blueair. Only complaint is the description on the two main units for sale. Being in immediate need for several air cleaners, had I known there was the digital available, would not have purchased the other units sold by Blueair. That was a several hundred dollar mistake, however, it is the description, not the product.
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My remote lasted a day before breaking. The overall product, however is very good. Our air seems improved and smells fresh whenever we enter the house. I recommend!
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this digital version is best!
it works really well. there are three speeds. The speed between 2 and 3, however, is very different (seems like there is a missing speed 3.5)
Love the fact that it's made in Sweden, a U.S. ally, NOT from China (a nation whose nuclear missiles are pointed to the U.S. to destroy us, which I do not know why people from this nation buys items made in China and funds their military industrial complex to build more missiles to destroy us and our allies).
I have it on speed 2 all the time and it suits me well. It is able to clean my entire 2nd floor home unit (kitchen, living room, bathroom, hallway, dining room and two bedrooms)
this is a keeper
