Levoit Core 200S vs Membrane Solutions MSA3

Choose Levoit Core 200S for higher CADR and larger-room coverage and Wi-Fi or app control. Choose Membrane Solutions MSA3 if you want lower noise.

Which purifier has higher CADR?

The Levoit Core 200S has a smoke CADR of 118 CFM versus 112 CFM for the Membrane Solutions MSA3, a difference of 5%.

Which purifier is quieter?

Membrane Solutions MSA3 is quieter (22 vs 27 dB).

Which purifier covers a larger room?

Levoit Core 200S fits a larger room (about 183 vs 174 sq ft recommended from CADR).

Which purifier has better smart features?

Levoit Core 200S lists Wi-Fi or app control; Membrane Solutions MSA3 does not.

Which purifier has better filtration?

Levoit Core 200S lists 3-in-1; Membrane Solutions MSA3 lists HEPA.

Bottom line

Choose Levoit Core 200S for higher CADR and larger-room coverage and Wi-Fi or app control. Choose Membrane Solutions MSA3 if you want lower noise.

MetricLevoit Core 200SMembrane Solutions MSA3Difference / Winner
Smoke CADR118 CFM112 CFMLevoit Core 200S (+5%)
Recommended room size183 sq ft174 sq ftLevoit Core 200S (+5%)
Manufacturer claimed coverage140 sq ft1590 sq ft—
Minimum noise27 dB22 dBMembrane Solutions MSA3
Filter type3-in-1HEPA—
Replacement interval6-8 months3-6 months—
Power23W44 Watts—
Wi-Fi / appYesNo—
Dimensions8.1 × 8.1 × 12.6 in——
Weight6.6 lb13.6 lb—

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