MedicAir® Pro vs Airpura P700+
An alternative to the Airpura air purifier
The MedicAir® Pro is Platinum Air Care’s alternative to the Airpura P700+. Both are portable purifiers with a HEPA filter, activated carbon, a UV-C light, and a photocatalytic (PCO) stage. They differ in the controls, the filter changes, and the UV-C wattage.
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- An air quality sensor, an automatic mode, and an optional app; the P700+ runs on a variable-speed control
- One cartridge holds every stage, the UV-C bulb included; the P700+ has five replaceable parts, on four schedules
- A 24 W UV-C light, against 16–18 W in the P700+
Why MedicAir®
Why choose MedicAir® Pro by Platinum Air Care?
MedicAir® is used by thousands of commercial environments and medical professionals, including the NHS (National Health Service) in the UK. Platinum Air Care offers it across Southwestern Ontario and ships it across North America.
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One cartridge to change
The cartridge holds every filter stage and the UV-C bulb, and the MedicAir® Pro is covered by a 3-year warranty.
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Quiet
28 dB on its lowest speed. A whisper is about 30 dB.
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Real-time air quality monitor
The LED screen shows the current air quality in the room, with the temperature and humidity.
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Optional smartphone app
Control the purifier and check the air quality from your phone, or use the included remote.
Watch: the MedicAir® Pro air purifier.
Side by side
MedicAir® Pro vs Airpura P700+
An air quality sensor, an automatic mode, an optional app, and one cartridge to change. There’s a reason why MedicAir® is also used by thousands of businesses across the world.
| Feature | MedicAir® Pro | Airpura P700+ |
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| HEPA filter | H13 (6.7 m², about 72 sq ft) | True HEPA (40 sq ft, about 3.7 m²) |
| Activated carbon filter | Yes | Yes (18 lb, coconut shell) |
| UV-C light | 24 W | 16–18 W |
| Photocatalytic (PCO) stage | Yes | Yes (TitanClean™) |
| Air quality sensor | Yes | No |
| Automatic mode | Yes (ReAKT) | No |
| App control | Yes (optional) | No |
| Fan speeds | 4 | Variable |
| Airflow, highest speed | 605 m³/h (356 cfm) | 635 cfm free flow (1,079 m³/h) |
| Sound level, low / high | 28 / 60 dB | 29 / 62 dB (at 6 feet) |
| Filter change | One cartridge (about 9 to 12 months) | Five parts (every 1 to 5 years) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years (residential) |
| Weight | 14 kg (30.87 lb) | 22 kg (49 lb) |
| Wheels | Wheel base available (purchased separately) | Casters included |
Comparative information comes directly from Airpura’s website and the P700+ user’s manual, and from MedicAir’s published specifications and Platinum Air Care’s MedicAir® product information.
*The MedicAir® Pro’s cartridge holds the pre-filter, HEPA, carbon, and UV-C bulb together and is rated for 5,000 hours or longer: about 9 months to a year, depending on use and environment. Airpura lists five replaceable parts for the P700+: the pre-filter (every year), the carbon filter (every 2 years), the UV lamp and the TitanClean™ oxidizer (every 18 to 24 months), and the HEPA filter (every 3 to 5 years).
†Each maker’s own published figures. Airflow at the highest fan speed: MedicAir also lists its 605 m³/h as the clean air delivery rate; Airpura gives 635 cfm as free flow. Airpura measures its sound levels at 6 feet.
‡Airpura’s residential warranty covers parts and labor for 5 years, then labor only up to 10 years. Its commercial warranty is 2 years, then labor only up to 5 years.
Airpura also sells the P700 (without the plus); its product page lists the same filter stages, 635 cfm, and 2,500 sq ft. The Airpura H600 is no longer listed among Airpura’s air purifiers; Airpura still sells its replacement filters. Airpura (sometimes written Air Pura) and TitanClean™ are trademarks of their owner.
Independent lab tests
Tested to perform by world-leading labs
The MedicAir® has been tested by multiple accredited world-leading labs to ensure its effectiveness in removing harmful airborne contamination.
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Intertek USA
Independently tested by Intertek in the USA.
- Tested
- Formaldehyde (a VOC) removal in a sealed 30 m³ chamber, with the unit on its highest fan speed.
- Result
- Formaldehyde fell from 259 µg/m³ to 17.5 µg/m³ within 60 minutes.
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Airmid healthgroup Ireland
Independently tested by Airmid in Ireland.
- Tested
- Removal of airborne MS2 (a bacteriophage) in a 28.5 m³ test chamber, with the unit in MAX mode and the UV on.
- Result
- A reduction of more than 99.9% in airborne MS2 within 20 to 30 minutes.
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CREM Co. Labs Canada
Independently tested by CREM Co. in Mississauga, Canada. Study No. MADA210408-01.
- Tested
- Reduction of airborne Phi6 (a bacteriophage) in a 25 m³ chamber, on the highest fan speed. Unit tested: the MedicAir® 2.0.
- Result
- A 99.9% reduction after about 13 minutes, and 99.996% after 16 minutes.
White paper research
MedicAir® technology is backed by an in-house Research and Development team. It’s Platinum Air Care’s philosophy to only offer the most advanced air purifiers with the clearest evidence and outstanding technology.
Innovate UK 2020 grant winners
The MedicAir® Research and Development team has been rewarded with an Innovate UK fund to deploy their expertise even further within the world of airborne contamination. Winning the 2020 grant enabled groundbreaking research, which led to the development of the MedicAir® 2.0.
Trusted by world-renowned establishments
Trusted in hospitals, universities, schools, and businesses around the world.
What’s inside
Medical-grade protection: HEPA H13, carbon, and a 24 W UV-C light
The pre-filter, HEPA H13, carbon, and UV-C stages all sit in one cartridge, inside one portable cabinet.
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Anti-microbial coated HEPA H13 filter
A 6.7 m² anti-microbially coated HEPA H13 filter filters out up to 99.97% of viruses and bacteria as small as 0.3 microns.
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Activated nano carbon filter
Equipped with a medical-grade activated carbon filter that filters out gas pollutants, odors, and other VOCs.
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24 W ultraviolet type-C light
The MedicAir® features a non-ozone-producing UV-C lamp chamber that damages the RNA/DNA of pathogens. Airpura lists a 16 to 18 W UV-C lamp for the P700+ and describes the unit as non-ozone emitting.
But the features don’t stop there
More MedicAir® Pro features
The MedicAir® Pro has a 605 m³/h CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate), one cartridge to change, and a 3-year warranty.
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ReAKT mode automatically adjusts to your air quality
Sit back and allow the MedicAir® to work at its best, automatically changing fan speeds when high levels of pollution are detected.
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Truly whisper quiet
A whisper is about 30 dB, and a normal conversation is about 60 dB. At 28 dB on its lowest speed, the MedicAir® lets you sleep peacefully at night.
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Intuitive, easy-to-use LED screen
- Know the air quality in the room. Robust air quality monitoring inside the MedicAir® immediately tells you the current air quality.
- Filter replacement indicator. See the remaining hours of expected filter life, and know when it’s time to maintain your air purifier.
- Temperature & humidity sensor display. Along with the air quality monitor, the display also shows the current temperature and humidity in the room.
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MedicAir® is smarter
Control your air purifier from wherever you might be using the MedicAir® Mobile App.
- Monitor air quality with your smartphone. Check the average air quality readings: per day, week, month, and even year. Monitor multiple MedicAir® units to see each individual reading and find the most problematic zones.
- Export your data. See the air quality readings of all your MedicAir® units and export the data into useful charts and data sets.
- Observe, compare, & improve ventilation. Identify hotspots, improve the IAQ (indoor air quality) of premises that need it, and perfect your air quality control.
Specifications
MedicAir® Pro specifications
- Airflow at max settings
- 605 m³/h
- Air intake
- 360 degrees
- Number of speed settings
- 4
- Sound level
- 28–60 dB
- Base diameter
- 11.8″
- Height
- 34.65″
- Weight
- 30.87 lb
- Power cord length
- 5.9′
- Remote control
- Yes
- App control
- Yes (optional)
- UV-C chamber
- Yes
- Warranty
- 3 years
- Wheel base
- Available (purchased separately)
- Wall bracket
- Available (purchased separately)
The MedicAir® is available in Canada and the United States. Full details on the MedicAir® Pro page
Questions
MedicAir® Pro vs Airpura: common questions
What is an alternative to the Airpura P700+?
The MedicAir® Pro. Like the Airpura P700+, it is a portable air purifier with a HEPA filter, activated carbon, a UV-C light, and a photocatalytic (PCO) stage. It adds an air quality sensor, an automatic mode, and an optional app, and every stage sits in one cartridge. Its UV-C light is 24 W, against 16 to 18 W in the P700+, and both makers say their units produce no ozone.
Which has an app and an air quality sensor, the MedicAir® Pro or the Airpura P700+?
The MedicAir® Pro. It has an air quality sensor and an optional smartphone app, and its ReAKT mode changes the fan speed automatically when high levels of pollution are detected. A remote control is included. The P700+ has a variable-speed control, set to the level you wish.
How loud are the MedicAir® Pro and the Airpura P700+?
MedicAir lists 28 dB on the MedicAir® Pro’s lowest speed and 60 dB on its highest. Airpura lists 29 dB on low and 62 dB on high for the P700+, measured at 6 feet. A whisper is about 30 dB, and a normal conversation is about 60 dB.
How often are the filters changed in the MedicAir® Pro and the Airpura P700+?
The MedicAir® Pro has one cartridge that holds the pre-filter, HEPA, carbon, and UV-C bulb together. It is rated for 5,000 hours or longer: about 9 months to a year, depending on use and environment. Airpura lists five replaceable parts for the P700+: the pre-filter every year, the carbon filter every 2 years, the UV lamp and the TitanClean™ oxidizer every 18 to 24 months, and the HEPA filter every 3 to 5 years.
How much does the MedicAir® Pro cost?
It depends on the space: how many units it needs, and whether a portable or a duct-mounted system suits the home better. That is what the free in-home air test is for, and it costs nothing. Businesses can call us at (519) 686-3595.
Do you ship outside Ontario?
Yes. The MedicAir® is available in Canada and the United States, and we ship across North America. Call us at (519) 686-3595 or toll free at 1 (877) 339-4701.
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Find out what’s really in the air you breathe. Our technicians evaluate airborne particles in your home, and the visit takes about 30 minutes. Based on the results and your interest, Platinum Air Care offers solutions for air and water treatment, including the MedicAir® Pro.
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