John Murphy, Author at Air Excellent

Levoit Core vs Vital

The Levoit Vital series is specifically designed for pet owners, featuring a washable pre-filter and a U-shaped air inlet that effectively manage pet hair and enhance odor removal, making it…

John Murphy June 15, 2025

Air

Medify MA-25 vs MA-40

After years of testing air purifiers for everything from wildfire smoke to pet hair, there’s one question I get all the time: “Should I go with the Medify MA-25 or…

John Murphy June 9, 2025

Air

GermGuardian vs Honeywell

GermGuardian air purifiers are known for their UV-C light technology, which helps kill germs and bacteria alongside HEPA filters, making them ideal for smaller spaces (up to 167 square feet)…

John Murphy June 5, 2025

Air

Honeywell HPA300 vs Blueair 211

The most significant differences between the Honeywell HPA300 and the Blueair 211 lie in their filtration technology, performance, and features. The Blueair 211 employs advanced HEPASilent technology, which combines mechanical…

John Murphy June 2, 2025

Air

Blueair vs Molekule

The most important differences between Blueair and Molekule air purifiers lie in their core technologies and performance capabilities. Blueair employs HEPASilent™ technology, blending mechanical and electrostatic filtration to quietly and…

John Murphy June 1, 2025

Air

Dyson TP07 vs TP09

The most important differences between the Dyson TP07 and TP09 air purifiers lie in their features and performance. The TP09 includes advanced technology to detect and destroy formaldehyde—a common indoor…

John Murphy May 30, 2025

Fans

Fanimation vs Hunter

As someone who’s spent over a decade evaluating ceiling fans for performance, design, and value, I’ve tested dozens of brands. Two names consistently rise to the top: Fanimation and Hunter…

John Murphy May 19, 2025

Air

Jaspr vs Air Doctor

The most important differences between Jaspr and Air Doctor air purifiers lie in their design, filtration systems, and cost. Jaspr features a sleek, EMF-free design with a 3-in-1 filter and…

John Murphy May 9, 2025

Air

Air Doctor vs Alen

Air Doctor and Alen air purifiers differ significantly in their approach to air purification, catering to distinct user needs. Air Doctor features an UltraHEPA filter, designed to capture particles as…

John Murphy May 7, 2025

Air

Shark vs Honeywell Air Purifier

The most significant differences between Shark and Honeywell air purifiers are filter lifespan and maintenance costs, with Shark's NeverChange Air Purifier Max featuring a filter that lasts up to five…

John Murphy May 4, 2025

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