Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max vs Medify Air MA-40

Choose Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max for higher CADR and larger-room coverage, lower noise, and Wi-Fi or app control.

Which purifier has higher CADR?

The Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max has a smoke CADR of 435 CFM versus 380 CFM for the Medify Air MA-40, a difference of 14%.

Which purifier is quieter?

Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max is quieter (23 vs 46 dB).

Which purifier covers a larger room?

Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max fits a larger room (about 674 vs 589 sq ft recommended from CADR).

Which purifier has better smart features?

Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max lists Wi-Fi or app control; Medify Air MA-40 does not.

Which purifier has better filtration?

Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max lists HEPASilent; Medify Air MA-40 lists HEPA H14.

Bottom line

Choose Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max for higher CADR and larger-room coverage, lower noise, and Wi-Fi or app control.

MetricBlueair Blue Pure 211i MaxMedify Air MA-40Difference / Winner
Smoke CADR435 CFM380 CFMBlueair Blue Pure 211i Max (+14%)
Recommended room size674 sq ft589 sq ftBlueair Blue Pure 211i Max (+14%)
Manufacturer claimed coverage3235 sq ft1793 sq ft—
Minimum noise23 dB46 dBBlueair Blue Pure 211i Max
Filter typeHEPASilentHEPA H14—
Replacement interval—4-5 months—
Power46 W54W—
Wi-Fi / appYesNo—
Dimensions22.7 × 14.4 × 14.4 in——
Weight16.2 lb15.6 lb—

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