Honeywell InSight HPA5300
#2 in Large roomsFull review
A large-room HEPA purifier with auto mode and a long warranty, for buyers who want Honeywell’s filters without an app.
Amazon $228.99$228.99
The Honeywell InSight HPA5300 is the better air purifier overall, rated 3.9 to 3.4. The Honeywell InSight HPA5300 leads on auto mode. The Honeywell InSight HPA5300 costs $5.96 less ($228.99 vs $234.95).
Honeywell HPA300
#10 in Large roomsFull review
A proven, no-frills large-room HEPA purifier for anyone who wants high certified CADR without an app.
Amazon $234.95$234.95
Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Honeywell InSight HPA5300 for auto mode (VOC sensor, auto mode vs no air-quality sensor or app).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large rooms air purifier; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Honeywell InSight HPA5300 | Honeywell HPA300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 77 $0.71 per cfm of smoke CADR | 71 $0.78 per cfm of smoke CADR |
| Filter cost 20% | 77 $84.99 a year in filters | 74 $84.99 a year in filters |
| Quiet 20% | 50 noise at top speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise at top speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 efficiency not certified (neutral score used) | 50 efficiency not certified (neutral score used) |
| Auto mode 10% | 70 VOC sensor, auto mode | 0 no air-quality sensor or app |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Independent measurements
Honeywell InSight HPA5300
No independent test published yet.
Honeywell HPA300
| Tested by | CADR | Noise | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| HouseFresh | - | 59.5 dB | dB at 3 ft: 43.6 / 48.8 / 53.9 / 59.5 across four speeds; 28.35-76.2 W measured; cleared a 728 cu ft room in 20 min at top speed |
Specifications
| Honeywell InSight HPA5300 | Honeywell HPA300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Smoke CADR | 323 cfm | 300 cfm |
| Dust CADR | 339 cfm | 320 cfm |
| Pollen CADR | 335 cfm | 300 cfm |
| CADR certified by | AHAM Verifide | AHAM Verifide |
| Room size (AHAM) | 500 sq ft | 465 sq ft |
| Coverage (maker) | 2,423 sq ft | 2,250 sq ft |
| Efficiency | ||
| ENERGY STAR | No | No |
| Filters | ||
| Filter | HEPA (R filters) with carbon pre-filter A | HEPA (3 R filters) with carbon pre-filter A |
| Activated carbon | Yes | Yes |
| Replacement | HRF-ARVP300 (HEPA R + pre-filter A) | HRF-ARVP300 (3 HEPA R + 4 pre-filter A) |
| Replacement cost | $84.99 every 12 months | $84.99 every 12 months |
| Yearly filter cost | $84.99/year | $84.99/year |
| Ionizer | No | No |
| CARB certified (ozone) | Yes | Yes |
| Controls and build | ||
| Air-quality sensor | VOC | None |
| Auto mode | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi app | No | No |
| Fan speeds | 4 | 4 |
| Dimensions | 22.3 x 19.1 x 10.8 in | 22.32 x 20.08 x 10.83 in |
| Weight | 27 lb | 17 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |