Oreck air purifier review: Summaries and Detailed Reviews.
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Oreck Air Purifier Summaries
Model: Oreck XL Tabletop – Points: 70/100
Up to 100 sqft (6 AC/hr)
MSRP 349.95
Conclusion: A good basic-duty, compact, competitive purifier.
Detailed Review Below
Model: Oreck XL Tower – Points: 59/100
Up to 150 sqft (6 AC/hr)
MSRP 599.95
Conclusion: A decent purifier, but if you want to buy Oreck, consider purchasing 2 tabletop units and strategically locating them.
Detailed Review Below
Oreck Air Purifier Detailed Reviews
Model: Oreck XL Tabletop
Rating Score: 70/100 points
Review note: I have personally used, tested, and evaluated this purifier.
Summary
This Oreck air purifier is generally easy to use, relatively cost effective to run and maintain, and a decent value. Air cleaning is good for particles, odors, and some
microorganisms. The purifier cleans best with the fan on medium or high. High is a little noisy. Overall, A good basic unit. Make sure to read STEP5 Buying Tips, for getting the most Oreck for
your money.
Specifications
The XL Tabletop is designed for use in a small room like a bedroom, office, or den up to 100 sqft (6 air changes per hour). This purifier is "passive technology" as
the air must travel through the purifier to be cleaned. The six-stage cleaning process includes a pre filter, Truman Cell (electrostatic precipitator), and a carbon filter. 3-speed fan, 3 year
warranty/ lifetime on Truman Cell, carbon filter – 12 month life 49.99, nightlight, payment options, 60-day risk free trial, free gift.
Rating Factors:
1) Value 16/20 pts – The MSRP is 350. Converting the "What is removed" to rating factors scale = 2/5 pts. I rate the cleaning ability for up to 100 sqft at 1.5/2 very well. My
equation is 350/(2*1.5)= 116.7. 116.7 equates to a 16/20 pts for value.
2) Quality 11/15 pts – Quality is good. The bottom serial number tag says "made in China". Plastic prevails; not a total negative. The Truman Cell is a cool design. Workmanship 3/5
pts, Technologies 4/5 pts, Support/ Setup material 3/3 pts, and intangibles 1/2 pts.
3) What is Removed 8/15 pts – The Oreck XL Tabletop has 6 "stages" + optional aromatherapy cartridges. The main technology is an electrostatic precipitator (they call a Truman
Cell) and a minimal sized carbon filter. Particles >0.3 microns 1/1 pt, Odors and Gases 2/3 pts, VOCs 1/2 pts, Basic Microorganisms 2/3 pts, Particles <0.3 microns 2/3 pts, Advanced
Microorganisms 0/2 pts, Any other additional 0/1 pt.
4) Yearly Operating Costs 9/15 pts – The Odor Absorber (carbon filter) needs replacement every 12 months 49.99. Other options for maintenance are optional and not included in costs.
Electricity = 85 watts/1000 X .0886 cents X 24 hours X 365 days = 65.97. Total Yearly cost 115.96.
5) Warranty 6/8 pts – The Oreck XL Tabletop has a basic 3 year warranty. The odor absorber filter and optional scent cartridges are not covered unless defective. The Truman cell is covered
for the life of the unit if used for residential use. If unit is used commercially, the entire warranty is reduced to 1 year.
6) Maintenance and Cleaning 5/7 pts – Cleaning is recommended every 2-4 weeks or as needed. You can use a special liquid to clean the Truman cell(14.99) or soak in warm water. Other parts
can be rinsed or lightly vacuumed. All are removed easily. Not counting dry time it takes 12 to 20 minutes to do a cleaning. The odor adsorber (carbon filter) can be lightly vacuumed, but needs
replacing every 12 months.
7) Manufacturer Years in Business 5/5 pts – David Oreck started the company in 1963. As of the date of this review, he is still active in the company.
8) Look and Feel 3/5 pts – I found the Oreck XL Tabletop very basic looking, but functional. Buttons were easy to find. No remote for fan settings. Some plastic pieces feel inexpensive.
9) Set-Up Time 5/5 pts – Open the box, find the quick start guide and 4 steps later you are up and running. Less than 10 minutes closed box to up and running. As with any purifier, studying
the materials further will allow you to get more out of your purchase.
10) Noise Level 2/5 pts – Quiet on low 2/2 pts. Oreck recommends running unit on low when around and medium and high when not. High is loud 0/3 points.
total = 70/100 points
Conclusion
A good basic-duty, compact, competitive purifier.
Model: Oreck XL Tower
Rating Score: 59/100 points
Review note: I have not personally test this unit; however, it is basically a "beefed up" version of the XL Tabletop which I did personally review above.
Summary
: This Oreck air purifier is generally easy to use, relatively cost effective to run and maintain, but is not as good a value as the XL tabletop. Air cleaning is good for particles,
odors, and some microorganisms. The purifier cleans best with the fan on medium or high. High and turbo are a little noisy. Overall, A good basic unit, but overpriced compared to the XL
tabletop. Make sure to read STEP5 Buying Tips, for getting the most Oreck for your money.
Basic Specifications
The XL Tower is designed for use in a larger rooms or open floor plans up to 150 sqft (6 air changes per hour). This purifier is "passive technology" as the
air must travel through the purifier to be cleaned. The six-stage cleaning process includes a pre filter, Truman Cell (electrostatic precipitator), and a carbon filter. 4-speed fan with
"turbo" mode, 5 year warranty/ lifetime on Truman Cell, carbon filter – 12 month life 49.99, nightlight, payment options, 60-day risk free trial, free gift.
Rating Factors:
1) Value 2/20 pts – The MSRP is 599.95. Converting the "What is removed" to rating factors scale = 2/5 pts. I rate the cleaning ability for up to 150 sqft at 1.5/2 very well. My
equation is 599.95/(2*1.5)= 200. 200 equates to a 2/20 pts for value.
2) Quality 11/15 pts – Quality is good. The bottom serial number tag says "made in China". Plastic prevails; not a total negative. The Truman Cell is a cool design. Workmanship 3/5
pts, Technologies 4/5 pts, Support/ Setup material 3/3 pts, and intangibles 1/2 pts.
3) What is Removed 8/15 pts – The Oreck XL Tower has 6 "stages" + optional aromatherapy cartridges. The main technology is an electrostatic precipitator (they call a Truman Cell)
and a minimal sized carbon filter. Particles >0.3 microns 1/1 pt, Odors and Gases 2/3 pts, VOCs 1/2 pts, Basic Microorganisms 2/3 pts, Particles <0.3 microns 2/3 pts, Advanced
Microorganisms 0/2 pts, Any other additional 0/1 pt.
4) Yearly Operating Costs 9/15 pts – The Odor Absorber (carbon filter) needs replacement every 12 months 49.99. Other options for maintenance are optional and not included in costs.
Electricity = 85 watts/1000 X .0886 cents X 24 hours X 365 days = 65.97. Total Yearly cost 115.96.
5) Warranty 8/8 pts – The Oreck XL Tabletop has a 5 year warranty. The odor absorber filter and optional scent cartridges are not covered unless defective. The Truman cell is covered for the
life of the unit if used for residential use. If unit is used commercially, the entire warranty is reduced to 1 year.
6) Maintenance and Cleaning 5/7 pts – Cleaning is recommended every 2-4 weeks or as needed. You can use a special liquid to clean the Truman cell(14.99) or soak in warm water. Other parts
can be rinsed or lightly vacuumed. All are removed easily. Not counting dry time it takes 12 to 20 minutes to do a cleaning. The odor adsorber (carbon filter) can be lightly vacuumed, but needs
replacing every 12 months.
7) Manufacturer Years in Business 5/5 pts – David Oreck started the company in 1963. As of the date of this review, he is still active in the company.
8) Look and Feel 4/5 pts – looks good and easy to use.
9) Set-Up Time 5/5 pts – Open the box, find the quick start guide and 4 steps later you are up and running. Less than 10 minutes closed box to up and running. As with any purifier, studying
the materials further will allow you to get more out of your purchase.
10) Noise Level 2/5 pts – 4-speed fan. Low is quiet, but not very effective 2/2 pts. High is called "turbo". Loud 0/3 pts.
total = 59/100 points
Conclusion
A decent purifier, but if you want to buy Oreck, consider purchasing two tabletop units and strategically locating them. See STEP 5 buying tips for more detailed information.
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