Levoit Core 300 vs Membrane Solutions MSA3

Choose Levoit Core 300 for higher CADR and larger-room coverage. Choose Membrane Solutions MSA3 if you want lower noise.

Which purifier has higher CADR?

The Levoit Core 300 has a smoke CADR of 126 CFM versus 112 CFM for the Membrane Solutions MSA3, a difference of 13%.

Which purifier is quieter?

Membrane Solutions MSA3 is quieter (22 vs 24 dB).

Which purifier covers a larger room?

Levoit Core 300 fits a larger room (about 195 vs 174 sq ft recommended from CADR).

Which purifier has better smart features?

Neither lists Wi-Fi or app control in our sources.

Which purifier has better filtration?

Levoit Core 300 lists 3-Stage Filtration (Pre-filter, True HEPA Filter, Activated Carbon Filter); Membrane Solutions MSA3 lists HEPA.

Bottom line

Choose Levoit Core 300 for higher CADR and larger-room coverage. Choose Membrane Solutions MSA3 if you want lower noise.

MetricLevoit Core 300Membrane Solutions MSA3Difference / Winner
Smoke CADR126 CFM112 CFMLevoit Core 300 (+13%)
Recommended room size195 sq ft174 sq ftLevoit Core 300 (+12%)
Manufacturer claimed coverage383 sq ft1590 sq ft—
Minimum noise24 dB22 dBMembrane Solutions MSA3
Filter type3-Stage Filtration (Pre-filter, True HEPA Filter, Activated Carbon Filter)HEPA—
Replacement interval6-8 months3-6 months—
Power56W44 Watts—
Wi-Fi / appNoNo—
Dimensions8.7 × 8.7 × 14.2 in——
Weight7.5 lb13.6 lb—

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