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Alen - T500 Air Purifier with Fresh, True HEPA Filter for Allergens, Mold, Germs and Household Odors - 500 SqFt - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(876 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 876 reviews
5 Stars
712
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99
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Star
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Customer Reviews for Alen - T500 Air Purifier with Fresh, True HEPA Filter for Allergens, Mold, Germs and Household Odors - 500 SqFt - Black
Customer Rating
5
It does what it promises!!
on December 7, 2013
Posted by: Bonnie in New Mexico
I was very skeptical of spending money on a product I couldn't see before purchasing and also worried about whether or not it was really quiet. My husband suffers with allergies and is often up several times at night. I am a very light sleeper, After reviewing several products on line I ordered a Paralda. We use it in our bedroom, it is very quiet, my husband sleeps much, much better and it not congested. I don't even hear it on the low setting. Even though I keep a clean house, I have noticed less dust on the bedroom furniture. We live in the southwest with dry air and a lot of plant pollen. I highly recommend this product. I am sorry we waited so long!!!
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Customer Rating
5
This air purifier was easy
on August 5, 2016
Posted by: Anonymous
This air purifier was easy to pack and take with us as we went on a car trip to a town that was a little smoky from the nearby forest fire. We only went because it was a wedding that had been planned months ago. Anyway, it was nice being able to breathe clean air in our condo; this purifier did a great job. I also use it in our bedroom at home. I like the ALEN purifiers.
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Customer Rating
5
T500 Tower Air Purifier - Best Birthday Present!
on January 12, 2014
Posted by: blalys
What can I say that hasn't already been said by previous reviewers. I can only add my highest praise along with theirs. I have allergies to dogs, cats, dust and mold. As my handicapped dog, and an occassional cat sleeps with me, this T500 has made a vast improvement in the quality of my sleep. It is not noisy. It adds a calming "white noise" to my room which is most welcomed! It provides cool, pure air which I can tell the difference in my breathing in just one night! I sleep much better since I began to use it. It's effortless to use. Doesn't take up any space. It is perfect for my very large master bedroom. In fact, my hubby, who works nights, uses it to block out outside noises. He has no allergies, but the T500 has made a difference in the quality of his sleep too! Love,love, love it!
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Customer Rating
5
works great
on October 4, 2014
Posted by: lila
This unit really helps with asthma and allergy suffering you get a better nights sleep. The unit is very quiet.
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Customer Rating
5
PERFECT in Every Way!
on December 11, 2013
Posted by: Josh01
We purchased the new T500 shortly after they became available and i must say, it is fantastic! I've tried several other brands in the past and not a one comes close to the style, ease of use, and overall performance of this Alen T500. The design is sublime in its simplicity. The unit is so quiet, we often can't tell if it's on and the end result is fresh air like we've never known. If you're considering an air purifier, look no further; Alen is top of the line. Oh, and the LIFETIME warranty exceeds all of our expectations.
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Customer Rating
5
The little air purifier that could
on October 3, 2013
Posted by: bluealiza
The Alen T500 is an amazing upgrade on the Alen T300 (of which I own two). First of all, it's about half the size and very light. It looks deceptively like a desktop air purifier but it has the same power as the T300, still covering all of 500 sq. feet. It's also EXTREMELY unobtrusive compared to most air purifiers. It fits comfortably under my desk and within 20 minutes of plugging it in, the air was already better despite my extremely cluttered and dusty desk and office. Surprisingly, it performed better than my beloved Alen Smart that I originally was using in my office and was being wasted in my tiny office. I've since moved it to a larger room.
There are three speeds now and I was surprised but pleased that the lowest setting is completely and totally silent. The second speed creates a nice ambient white noise. I prefer this setting.The third setting IS a bit louder, similar to the whirring of a fan. But though the T500's third setting might take some getting used to, it's really comparable to the T300's fourth and highest setting so you'll likely not use it often if ever. Still, on noise reduction, T500 impresses by competing with much noisier air purifiers like the more expensive IQ Air. It also wipes the floor with those bulkier, square more expensive "quiet" Blue Air purifiers thanks to its compact size and power.
The old T300 required using poking at a hole with a paper clip to reset whenever you replaced the filter; now there's just a really cool one-touch button. The display on the T500 is very minimalist (four buttons plus a small screen with four icons) but much better than the T300. Instead of the colored lights to keep you posted on how your filter's doing and when it needs to be changed--which honestly, never really worked for me with the T300 because it could be clogged with dust and the reading would be inaccurate--there is now just an indicator that will say "Change Filter." Gone are also those two-pack filters as the T500 has one long filter that comes in the common Alen different types.
I've always been a big fan of the T300's portability. I developed severe indoor allergies and allergic asthma 8 years ago so I've taken it with me on vacations (domestic and international). I also like how much easier it was to move around the room. But the fact is the height still made it bulky to lug around. The small but new and improved powerful T500 is going to be my go-to travel companion and also my office air purifier. Bigger is definitely not better when it comes to this air purifier.
The Alen T500 is an amazing upgrade on the Alen T300 (of which I own two). First of all, it's about half the size and very light. It looks deceptively like a desktop air purifier but it has the same power as the T300, still covering all of 500 sq. feet. It's also EXTREMELY unobtrusive compared to most air purifiers. It fits comfortably under my desk and within 20 minutes of plugging it in, the air was already better despite my extremely cluttered and dusty desk and office. Surprisingly, it performed better than my beloved Alen Smart that I originally was using in my office and was being wasted in my tiny office. I've since moved it to a larger room.
There are three speeds now and I was surprised but pleased that the lowest setting is completely and totally silent. The second speed creates a nice ambient white noise. I prefer this setting.The third setting IS a bit louder, similar to the whirring of a fan. But though the T500's third setting might take some getting used to, it's really comparable to the T300's fourth and highest setting so you'll likely not use it often if ever. Still, on noise reduction, T500 impresses by competing with much noisier air purifiers like the more expensive IQ Air. It also wipes the floor with those bulkier, square more expensive "quiet" Blue Air purifiers thanks to its compact size and power.
The old T300 required using poking at a hole with a paper clip to reset whenever you replaced the filter; now there's just a really cool one-touch button. The display on the T500 is very minimalist (four buttons plus a small screen with four icons) but much better than the T300. Instead of the colored lights to keep you posted on how your filter's doing and when it needs to be changed--which honestly, never really worked for me with the T300 because it could be clogged with dust and the reading would be inaccurate--there is now just an indicator that will say "Change Filter." Gone are also those two-pack filters as the T500 has one long filter that comes in the common Alen different types.
I've always been a big fan of the T300's portability. I developed severe indoor allergies and allergic asthma 8 years ago so I've taken it with me on vacations (domestic and international). I also like how much easier it was to move around the room. But the fact is the height still made it bulky to lug around. The small but new and improved powerful T500 is going to be my go-to travel companion and also my office air purifier. Bigger is definitely not better when it comes to this air purifier.
I own (2) IQ Air air purifiers, 1 Blue Air air purifier, and now (6) Alen air purifiers: 3 Alen BreatheSmart Touch, (2) T300s and the newest T500. I guess you can tell which company I prefer! I know plan on replacing my (2) T300s with 2 more T500s. Plus my fellow allergic family members are already jealous and want some T500s of their own! The lifetime warranty is a major plus as well.
Compared to the other air purifiers I own, only the T500 can be positioned in my home in a way that it blends into the background. And even if and when it doesn't, it looks sleek and stylish. My husband noted that the T500 is "simpler" and "they got rid of all the dumb things" from the T300.
Written by a customer while visiting alencorp.com
Customer Rating
5
The future of air purification is here!
on October 4, 2013
Posted by: Cactuslady
The T500 is the best purifier Alen has made yet. I own several different units in various sizes. All have lived up to the Alien reputation for quick large room purification, ease in changing of filters & a great lifetime warranty. My favorite is now the T500! This unit has an easy to use control panel, cleans the air quickly no matter where its used (within 30 minutes) and extremely portable. I have used it for cooking odors in the kitchen, occational pet problems thru out the house & the musty basement. It is small enough that I look forward to taking it with us on trips. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unit that is as powerful as most larger ones yet will fit almost anywhere and do a quick & efficient job.
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Customer Rating
5
I love it! I personally
on April 8, 2016
Posted by: Sue M.
I love it! I personally like the noise on high to help knock out background noise at night. The travel bag could be a little larger because it fits really snug in the travel bag.
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