Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max moves more air (CADR) and covers a larger room than Winix 5500-2.
Which purifier has higher CADR?
Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max has higher CADR (435 vs 243 CFM).
Which purifier is quieter?
Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max is quieter (23 vs 27 dB).
Which purifier covers a larger room?
Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max fits a larger room (about 674 vs 377 sq ft recommended from CADR).
Which purifier has better smart features?
Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max lists Wi-Fi or app control; Winix 5500-2 does not.
Which purifier has longer filter life?
Filter replacement interval is not published for either model.
Bottom line
Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max moves more air (CADR) and covers a larger room than Winix 5500-2.
| Metric | Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max | Winix 5500-2 |
|---|---|---|
| CADR (smoke) | 435 CFM | 243 CFM |
| Recommended room size | 674 sq ft | 377 sq ft |
| Claimed coverage | 3235 sq ft | — |
| Noise | 23 dB | 27 dB |
| Filter type | HEPASilent | True HEPA + PlasmaWave |
| Filter interval | — | — |
| Smart features | None | auto mode, air-quality sensor |