Bionaire BU1300-1UK

Advantages: Cleaner, fresher air
Disadvantages: Quite large

...I have recently spent months renovating and decorating my house. As a smoker the ceilings and walls suffer over the years and not wishing to repeat the redecorating process more than necessary I have invested in the Bionaire BAP1500 PERMAtech. The unit is quite large at 27" high x 10"x 6" but it is suitable for areas up to 84m2. It's quite stylishly finished in black with silver trim. The 'Permatech' model is so called because it has permanent filters which can be washed or vacuumed when the filter indicator light on the top of the unit comes on. It is a pain replacing bags and filters (if they are available at all) so I've decided to avoid anything that needs replacements if possible. The unit looks well made and the 3 speeds operate quietly considering the volume of air they process. However, don't think it's silent - the lowest speed... Read review

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Advantages: Remove dust and unpleasant smells from rooms. EXCELLENT.
Disadvantages: Filters are difficult to purchase, but not impossible.

...I bought the Bionaire BAP242 Compact Air Purifier with Ioniser in 2005, and I have just bought another which is why I am writing this review. It's an excellent product, and serves it's purpose brilliantly. After a few hours of use, you can feel the difference in the quality of the air. I find that it works best in a room where the door is closed. There are many reviews which state that the air purifier does not do what it's supposed to do, I beg to differ. It just needs to be used correctly (that is, in the correct area of the room, etc). The filters, which need to be replaced every 6-12 months, can be purchased over the telephone (the number is in the instruction guide), or from various sites online. Highly recommended product.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Cleans the air well
Disadvantages: Carbon filter needs changing often, noisy

...The Bionaire BAP 615 is an excellent air purifier. After having it on for just a few minutes when I bought it, the air was noticeabley cleaner and cooler. The Bionaire BAP615 works with a 2 stage filtreation system. Air enters the purifier through the grills in the front, where dust and other large particles are immediately caught by the carbon filter. Air then passes through to the HEPA filter where 99.9% of bacteria, dust and other airborne alergens are filtered. One thing that I did find is that the Carbon filter (costing about £6) needs changing regularly, about once every month, even though the manual and product description both say it only needs changing on an average of 3 months. The HEPA filter can last anywhere from 6 months to a year, depending on how much the purifier is used. I have not had the filter for more than 6... Read review

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