Name: Fellowes AeraMax 290
Brand: Fellowes
SKU: B00DNJZ9RO
Price: 347.40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (234 reviews)

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The Fellowes AeraMax 290 is a tower-style air purifier designed for rooms up to 600 square feet, utilizing a four-stage filtration system that includes True HEPA, activated carbon, and PlasmaTrue technology to capture 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. It features an automatic AeraSmart sensor for hands-free operation, multiple fan speeds including a specialized Aera+ mode for peak allergy seasons, and maintains ultra-quiet performance suitable for continuous use in bedrooms or home offices.

✓ Best for: Allergy sufferers, pet owners, and individuals living in 290 to 600 square foot spaces such as bedrooms, home offices, or small living rooms who need effective control over mold, odors, dust, smoke, and airborne allergens.✗ Not ideal for: Users requiring smart home integration, remote control operation, or washable filters for reduced maintenance costs. It may also be less suitable for extremely compact spaces due to its 25-inch tower footprint despite its coverage claims.

Pros

✓Captures 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns including allergens, mold spores, and smoke
✓AeraSmart sensor automatically adjusts fan speed based on real-time air quality readings for hands-free operation

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Rating4.5/ 5Reviews2,466+-2 reviews

Specifications

Controls

Fan Speeds4 (Low, Medium, High, Turbo)

Control InterfaceTouch screen

Operating ModesAuto/Manual/Aera+ mode

Indicator LightsFilter change indicator, Air quality indicator (blue=clean, amber=poor, red=high pollutants)

Design

Height638 mm mm

Width406 mm mm

Depth207 mm mm

Weight6260 g g

Form FactorTower-style

Display

Display TypeTouch screen with air quality indicator lights

Features

Filtration Stages4-stage hospital-type

Pre-filterYes

Carbon FilterYes (removes odors/VOCs)

HEPA FilterTrue HEPA with AeraSafe antimicrobial

TechnologyPlasmaTrue technology, AeraSmart sensor, Aera+ mode

General

BrandFellowes

Model NameAeraMax 290

ColorBlack

Warranty3 Year Limited

Room Coverage290 sq ft nominal; up to 300-600 sq ft (27 m²)

Performance

Air Changes per Hour3-5 ACH for target room; 1 ACH at 1608 sq ft

Power

VoltageAC 120V V

Frequency60Hz Hz

Power Consumption (Low)6W W

Power Consumption (Turbo)86W W

Energy Efficiency RatingEnergy Star qualified

Sensors

Air Quality SensorAeraSmart sensor (monitors air quality)

Filtration

Antimicrobial TreatmentAeraSafe antimicrobial coating applied to HEPA filter media

Technology

Ionization MethodPlasmaTrue technology for enhanced particle capture and odor reduction

Maintenance

Filter Replacement ScheduleCarbon filter replaced every 3 months; True HEPA filter replaced annually

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