Blueair Blue Signature vs Membrane Solutions MSA3

Blueair Blue Signature moves more air (CADR) and covers a larger room than Membrane Solutions MSA3.

Which purifier has higher CADR?

Blueair Blue Signature has higher CADR (455 vs 112 CFM).

Which purifier is quieter?

Membrane Solutions MSA3 is quieter (22 vs 23 dB).

Which purifier covers a larger room?

Blueair Blue Signature fits a larger room (about 705 vs 174 sq ft recommended from CADR).

Which purifier has better smart features?

Blueair Blue Signature lists Wi-Fi or app control; Membrane Solutions MSA3 does not.

Which purifier has longer filter life?

Blueair Blue Signature lists 179.99; Membrane Solutions MSA3 lists 3-6 months. Intervals are as published and are not converted to a single unit.

Bottom line

Blueair Blue Signature moves more air (CADR) and covers a larger room than Membrane Solutions MSA3.

MetricBlueair Blue SignatureMembrane Solutions MSA3
CADR (smoke)455 CFM112 CFM
Recommended room size705 sq ft174 sq ft
Claimed coverage3385 sq ft1590 sq ft
Noise23 dB22 dB
Filter typeHEPASilentHEPA
Filter interval179.993-6 months
Smart featuresNoneNone

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