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 3.0. The Honeywell InSight HPA5300 leads on value and warranty. The Levoit EverestAir wins on auto mode. The Honeywell InSight HPA5300 costs $271 less ($228.99 vs $499.99).
Levoit EverestAir
#13 in Large roomsFull review
A premium Levoit for a large room where floor space is tight. The Core 600S cleans a bit more air for less money if you have the floor space.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
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 value ($0.71 per cfm of smoke CADR vs $1.41 per cfm of smoke CADR) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Levoit EverestAir for auto mode (PM1/PM2.5/PM10 laser sensor and Wi-Fi app vs VOC sensor, auto mode).
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 | Levoit EverestAir |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 77 $0.71 per cfm of smoke CADR | 17 $1.41 per cfm of smoke CADR |
| Filter cost 20% | 77 $84.99 a year in filters | 74 $99.99 a year in filters |
| Quiet 20% | 50 noise at top speed not published (neutral score used) | 27 56 dB at top speed (maker rating) |
| Efficiency 15% | 50 efficiency not certified (neutral score used) | 41 5.3 cfm per watt |
| Auto mode 10% | 70 VOC sensor, auto mode | 100 PM1/PM2.5/PM10 laser sensor and Wi-Fi app |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Honeywell InSight HPA5300 | Levoit EverestAir | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Smoke CADR | 323 cfm | 354 cfm |
| Dust CADR | 339 cfm | 373 cfm |
| Pollen CADR | 335 cfm | 431 cfm |
| PM2.5 CADR | - | 363 cfm |
| CADR certified by | AHAM Verifide | AHAM Verifide |
| Room size (AHAM) | 500 sq ft | 549 sq ft |
| Coverage (maker) | 2,423 sq ft | - |
| Noise | - | 24 to 56 dB |
| Efficiency | ||
| Efficiency (IEF) | - | 5.3 cfm/W |
| ENERGY STAR | No | No |
| Energy use | - | 404 kWh/year |
| Power at top speed | - | 70 W |
| Filters | ||
| Filter | HEPA (R filters) with carbon pre-filter A | HEPA |
| Activated carbon | Yes | Yes |
| Replacement | HRF-ARVP300 (HEPA R + pre-filter A) | EverestAir-P replacement filter |
| Replacement cost | $84.99 every 12 months | $99.99 every 12 months |
| Yearly filter cost | $84.99/year | $99.99/year |
| Ionizer | No | No |
| CARB certified (ozone) | Yes | Yes |
| Controls and build | ||
| Air-quality sensor | VOC | PM1/PM2.5/PM10 laser |
| Auto mode | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi app | No | Yes |
| Fan speeds | 4 | 3 |
| Dimensions | 22.3 x 19.1 x 10.8 in | 23.2 x 18.9 x 8.5 in |
| Weight | 27 lb | 20.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |