Fellowes AeraMax 290

Specs only matter in context. Here's where the Fellowes AeraMax 290 genuinely fits — and the trade-offs worth knowing before you buy. If you're deciding between this model and similar options, focus on the fit cards below: they highlight the specific use cases where this purifier shines and the situations where it falls short.

• Good fitBest in small bedrooms, nurseries, and home officesRated for 290 sq ft, with a smoke CADR of 199 CFM — enough for rooms up to about 300 sq ft by the two-thirds rule, which delivers the 4–5 air changes per hour allergists recommend.
• Good fitOdors, pets, and smokeAn activated carbon stage traps the gases a particle filter can't — cooking smells, litter-box odor, VOCs, and wildfire smoke gases.
• Good fitAllergy and asthma householdsA True HEPA filter captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns — pollen, dander, dust mite debris, and most smoke. Run it continuously for real symptom relief.
• Good fitSet-and-forget operationListed features include AeraSmart sensor, auto mode, Aera+ mode — handy for letting the purifier manage itself, though none of it replaces CADR headroom.

These alternatives share key traits with the Fellowes AeraMax 290 — same brand family or similar room coverage. Compare their scores, owner sentiment, and specs side by side to see which fits your specific needs better.

• WinixPrice variesWinix 5500-23.4/5★★★★★3.4 out of 5 stars(16)iAHAM VerifideEnergy StarCARBPet hair & danderAllergy relief360 sq ft“Winix 5500-2 works great.”
• Levoit$84.99Levoit Core 3003.6/5★★★★★3.6 out of 5 stars(11)iAHAM VerifideCARBValue for moneyAllergy relief219 sq ft“Yes! The Levoit Core 300 has a three stage filtration system and a filter replacement indicator, so you know when it’s time to change the filter.”

Quick answers to the questions shoppers most often ask before buying. If your question isn't covered here, check the full specifications below or compare against similar models above.

• What size room can the Fellowes AeraMax 290 handle?It's rated for rooms up to 290 sq ft. Cross-checking its 199 CFM smoke CADR against the two-thirds rule puts the honest ceiling at about 300 sq ft for allergy-level cleaning — beyond that it still helps, just with fewer air changes per hour.
• What does the Fellowes AeraMax 290 cost to own?Filters run $36 every 12 months — about $3.00 a month. Over three years that's $108 in filters on top of the $360 sticker, a $468 total.
• Can the Fellowes AeraMax 290 handle odors and smoke?Yes — its activated carbon stage traps odor and VOC gases while the True HEPA (AeraSafe antimicrobial) + carbon; optional PlasmaTrue ionization filter handles the particles, which is the combination smoke and pet households need.

cadr dustiClean Air Delivery Rate for dust, in cubic feet per minute. Higher means faster dust removal.CADR guide →

204

price usdiThe listed US price when we indexed this model. Prices move — check the retailer for today's number.

360.27

cadr smokeiCADR — Clean Air Delivery Rate — measures how many cubic feet of air a purifier cleans per minute. Smoke particles are the hardest to capture, so smoke CADR is the honest number: aim for at least two-thirds of your room's square footage.CADR guide →

199

dimensions

16 x 8.1 x 25.1 in

weight lbs

13.52

cadr polleniClean Air Delivery Rate for pollen, in cubic feet per minute. Higher means faster relief during allergy season.CADR guide →

193

filter typeiThe particle filter grade. True HEPA captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns; 'HEPA-type' has no standardized efficiency.Filter guide →

True HEPA (AeraSafe antimicrobial) + carbon; optional PlasmaTrue ionization

model numberiThe manufacturer's exact model identifier — handy when comparing listings across retailers.

9286201

aham verifiediAHAM Verifide means CADR and room-size claims were verified in an independent lab, not self-reported.Certifications guide →

True

carb certifiediCARB certification means ozone emissions stay below California's strict safety threshold.Certifications guide →

True

smart featuresiExtras like air quality sensors, auto mode, app control, and sleep modes. Nice to have — they don't clean the air themselves.Smart features guide →

AeraSmart sensor, auto mode, Aera+ mode

warranty yearsiThe manufacturer's warranty period. Longer coverage signals confidence in the motor and build.

3

room coverage sqftiThe largest room, in square feet, this purifier can effectively clean — assuming standard 8-foot ceilings and 4–5 air changes per hour.Room size guide →

290

has activated carboniActivated carbon traps gases, odors, and VOCs that HEPA filters can't catch — essential for smoke, cooking smells, and pet odor.Filter guide →

True

filter lifespan monthsiHow long the manufacturer rates the filter to last under normal use. Running in smoky or dusty homes shortens it.Ownership cost guide →

12

filter replacement usdiWhat a genuine replacement filter costs. Divide by the lifespan to get the real monthly cost of ownership.Ownership cost guide →

36.0