Sharp FP-K50UW Plasmacluster

Last updated: October 22, 2026

Sharp FP-K50UW Plasmacluster
3.2/5#6 of 7 in medium rooms air purifiers
3.2

A medium-room HEPA and carbon purifier with long-life filters, for buyers who prefer simple manual controls.

  • 167 cfmSmoke CADR
  • 259 sq ftRoom size
  • $34.99/yearFilters
  • 23 dBNoise
  • 1 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$179.99

Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • HEPA filter can last up to two years, so filter costs are low
  • Includes a carbon filter for odors
  • Quiet 23 dB sleep setting
Cons
  • No air-quality sensor or auto mode
  • Plasmacluster ionizer can’t be confirmed as switchable
  • One-year warranty
  • Pricey for its 167 CFM

How it scores

The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its room size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberFP-K50UW
Performance
Smoke CADR167 cfm
Dust CADR171 cfm
Pollen CADR188 cfm
CADR certified byAHAM Verifide
Room size (AHAM)259 sq ft
Coverage (maker)1,253 sq ft
Noise23 dB
Efficiency
ENERGY STARNo
Filters
FilterTrue HEPA with separate activated carbon filter and washable pre-filter
Activated carbonYes
ReplacementFZ-K50HFU (HEPA)
Replacement cost$69.99 every 24 months
Yearly filter cost$34.99/year
IonizerYes
CARB certified (ozone)Yes
Controls and build
Air-quality sensorNone
Auto modeNo
Wi-Fi appNo
Fan speeds3
Dimensions21.3 x 15.1 x 8.2 in
Weight11 lb
Warranty1 years

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