Does this have the Permanent air filter? One reviewer mentioned having to replace the 3 stack of hepa filterv in addition to the carbon pre-filter.
940652
This model does not have a permanent filter. It has a long life HEPA filter which should be replaced in 3-5 years. It also has a carbon pre-filter that they recommend you replace every 3 months. The Honeywell 50150-N is the model that has a permanent filter. Although, I just found the following note on iallergy.com at this website: http://www.iallergy.com/product_info.php?products_id=143 Note: The 50250-S product is identical to the recently discontinued 50250-N which advertised a permanent HEPA filter. The only thing that has changed with the 50250-S is the product packaging. While both the air purifier and included filters inside have not changed, the packaging now advertises the true HEPA filter as long life as opposed to permanent. Again, only the advertisement has changed, the product remains the same.
940653
I've had this filter for a few years and I just vacuum it out with my Miele hepa vacuum. No problems so far.
940654
It comes with "permanent HEPA Filter" which means you do not need to replace it only the carbon pre-filter needs to be replaced. I have used similar Honeywell units for over 5 years with the same filter. I just blow it out with a compressor or vacuum it once a year. One of the main reasons I bought this model was for the permanent filter.
1170423
Yes it does, however it was missing the air releif filter and tube. Amazon was very helpful when it came to correcting the situation.
1648640
It just filters dust as I live in the country and was trying to keep control of house cleaning time. It has helped a lot with my problem. I have to clean the carbon filter regularly, but the hepa has lasted very well.
183552
I've only used it a few times, but I know it has a Hepa filter that can be replaced when needed. The other filter can be cleaned. Hope this is helpful.
1259639
Yes, this is the "pre" filter that takes a lot of dust, etc. out of the air. It makes the hepa filter last longer.
461389
Hi - Yes, when I ordered mine, it came with the filter - everything I needed to replace the old unit. I hope this information is helpful!
461573
Yes Mrs Brooks, the primary charcoal/foam filter and the pleated Hepa filter were both in place when I unpacked my unit. All I had to do was read the instructions, plug it in and turn it on.
1035337
I'll make my own filter and many more using :Honeywell Universal Carbon Air Purifier Replacement Pre-Filter, HRF-AP1 / Filter (A) . At just over $8 it is worth a try and I can get far more than 1!
2076396
It does not come with a permanent filter. It does have a standard filter and you can purchase a permanent filter inexpensively (when compared to paper filter replacement costs) at most supermarkets.
24554
Yes, it does. However like other reviews I agree that the carbon bag is far too big for the filter so be ready for that.
656246
When it worked, it moved a decent amount of air, however, it stopped working after only 1 month. As for the HEPA filter, it does have filters, I could not attest to if they are true HEPA filters though.
1259638
Yes, we use this carbon pre-filter. It protects the Hepa filter from having to be changed as often. These are high quality filters and we change them every couple of months. The Hepa we only change once a year. Of course, how often you have to change them depends on your personal environment.
1719737
The filter requirements is a bit confusing. Three HEPA filters and three carbon filters are required for the larger room model # HAP756-U which I recently purchased and currently using. (Two of both the HEPA and carbon filters are required for the smaller room unit HAP726) Three true HEPA filters were included with the my unit and already installed (there are no discernible marking on the installed filters I can detect indicating a filter model number). However, there were no carbon filters installed or included with my purchased unit but I did purchase a pack of 4 which I installed when I set up my unit. I purchased a package of 2 Holmes make HEPA replacement filters (HAPF600D - B Filters) at the same time. Had I researched this better, I would have purchased the same box of 2 filters, plus 1 lone filter (same model #) since the unit requires that all three filter be changed when the red light indicates the filters be replaced. I am not aware of any distinction between an HAPF600 and an HAPF600D filter and I couldn't find this out on the Holmes website, either. Perhaps (but not sure) the "D" version removes either different allergens or more allergens from the air. As far as the "B" designation, I believe this identifies these as HEPA filters versus the "C" designation applied to the carbon filters.
904512
Yes; a wrapped new HEPA-type filter is included. The one thing I jave learned with air filtration systems is that you can get all qualities of filters, from activated charcoal, to Hepa-type, to true Hepa. This is my second identical unit (for another room) and it works very well. What I have done is use the filter that comes with the unit, and when it is time, I replace it with a true Hepa, which is only a few bucks more.
1648641
No. It has 3 large hepa filters that last longer than other units I've used. I like the size and price of this unit. It moves a lot of air and is a bit loud. Not a drawback for me. I need background noise to distract me from my tinnitus.
718975
no, it comes with a permanent, reusable filter. it's worked fine for me, and saves me the trouble of fooling with paper filters!
878831
It comes with 2 filters, one is paper hepa. The other is charcoal. Life of filters, should be 3 months for charcoal, 1 year for paper. I have owned unit about 2 months. There are filter lights to indicate when filters need to be changed. I am happy with the unit so far.