Overview: Excellent quality
Top–notch customer service
Made in Korea, not China
Impressive performance – but realize that the CADR (clean air delivery rate) is lower than some other purifiers
Not, repeat NOT intended for large rooms. Made for smaller rooms.
I'm very impressed with the quality of this BioGS 2.0 air purifier. Online research told me that the giant South Korean air purifier company, Coway, manufactures the BioGS 2.0 and Rabbit Air engineers design the filters. That's a major plus in my book. I tend to avoid Chinese–made air purifiers if given a choice because of quality issues. Anyone who recalls the 2007 pet food recalls and animal deaths worldwide due to Chinese melamine contamination knows what I'm talking about.
The BioGS 2.0 is ideal for small to moderate sized rooms. It is not intended for large rooms or "open spaces" in big houses. If you expect this air purifier to do an adequate job in a large room, you'll be disappointed. Instead, I would consider an Oransi air purifier, Alen's Breathesmart or a Blueair Classic 400, 500, or 600 series air purifier.
The minute you open the box, you realize the BioGS 2.0 is a high quality product. The packaging is superb to protect what's inside. The Quickstart Guide and User Manual are easily digested because they're filled with drawings and easy-to-understand English. It should be noted here that Rabbit Air is considered to have one of the top customer service centers in the air purifier business. That says a lot. You are paying for that Los Angeles–area based service, staffed by Americans who speak English. Check Amazon's Customer Reviews for some other air purifier brands and you'll read angry remarks from frustrated customers who cannot get any help. The BioGS 2.0 is a very quiet air purifier because of its BLDC (brushless direct current) motor. Even on Level #4 or #5 it's quieter than many other brands.
This is a fully automated air purifier. There's a touchscreen LED panel on top as well as a remote. Read the instruction booklet and you quickly get up to speed on how to operate the BioGS 2.0. Folks, there are plenty of electronic controls and displays (Air quality indicator, fan speed, auto mode, timer, and Negative ion on/off button) but they are very easy to learn and master.
There is a four–stage filter system: a permanent pre–filter that is easily cleaned using a vacuum on low power (and washable, too), a carbon filter (apparently about a pound of carbon here), a true HEPA filter containing germicidal chemicals to help slow the growth of viruses and bacteria on the filter, and a negative ionizer which can be switched off.
If you run your air purifier 24/7 as I do, Rabbit Air indicates the BioGS HEPA and charcoal filter should be replaced every 18 months. If you smoke, own pets, or have a different source of odors, you will probably need to change the charcoal filter sooner than that. Rabbit air filters are available from Amazon or directly from the company's web site. That's extremely important. If you've ever purchased a much less expensive air purifier and discovered that replacement filters are no longer produced - you know the frustration.
Finally, I considered purchasing other air purifiers before choosing Rabbit Air.
Sweden-based Blueair makes some excellent products but I really wanted an air purifier with a pre-filter that I can periodically clean with a vacuum. The pre-filter PROTECTS the very important HEPA and charcoal filters. Thewirecutter.com tested the Blueair Classic 503 model and it clogged with considerable dust buildup (because there's no pre–filter.) Mind you, thewirecutter.com did not choose a Rabbit Air model as its top pick – but, I believe, the BioGS 2.0 is a very good choice for smaller and moderate-sized rooms. Rabbit Air's Minus A2 air purifiers are a better option for larger rooms. Coway's Airmega line of air purifiers are excellent and remind me of Rabbit Air (especially since Coway makes the Rabbit Air units). Rabbit Air's MinusA2 air purifiers are a better choice for larger rooms. The Alen Breathesmart appears to be a top–notch contender, but research tells me it's made in China and can be quite loud. The Alen Breathesmart would be suitable for a larger room since it can clean a larger space, faster, than the BioGS 2.0. The American-made Austin Air HealthMate would appear to be a definite top contender since you turn this unit on and leave it running. (There is a knob to increase the speed of the fan and that's about it.) I would almost refer to this as the "little air purifer that could." It comes with 15 pounds of activated carbon and has been used by the Red Cross and FEMA after 9/11 and during the Porter Ranch gas leak that spewed methane into the air in southern California. But read reviews and you'll spot remarks from owners who face costly repair bills after their units stop working properly. Many companies have reduced customer care in light of rising costs.
If you expect too much out of the BioGS 2.0, you’ll be disappointed. Realize that this machine is intended for smaller rooms such as bedrooms. If you have open spaces, a larger room or heavy cigarette smoke, check out IQ Air's Health Pro (this is probably the Lexus of air purifiers but is much more expensive than the BioGS 2.0), Rabbit Air’s Minus A2 models, an Airmega, an Austin Air Healthmate model, an Oransi, or a Blueair classic air purifier. Good luck.
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Product Description
Designed by Indio da Costa and Till Tupak
Industrial designer Guto Indio da Costa’s concept of "flow" resonates throughout the BioGS 2.0. The curvaceous body of the air purifier reflects its relatively simplistic but comprehensive functionality, and its clean, cool, and straightforward style. By reimagining the air purifier's structure and streamlining its bells and whistles, da Costa has steered the Rabbit Air BioGS 2.0 towards growth and progress, with a design that’s easy to use, less intrusive, and aesthetically pleasing.
BioGS 2.0 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier
Award winning design
Reintroduced in 2013 after the BioGS Classic was discontinued, the BioGS 2.0 design took consideration of all fundamental facets of our product, including the air purifier's shape and form, interface, and functionality. We also ruminated on its impact on the environment, which led us towards a more holistic approach, cutting back on light and sound pollution generated by the air purifier to ensure that while it takes pollutants from the environment, it leaves nothing but clean air in return.
- Winner of Red Dot Design Award
- Winner of G-Mark Good Design Award
- Winner Chicago Athenaeum Good Design awards
Advanced HEPA Filtration
Typical HEPA air purifiers trap allergens and contaminants, which accumulate on the filter and interfere with efficiency. The BioGS HEPA filter traps and reduces common allergens* to support optimum filter efficiency and prolong filter life.
BioGS HEPA Filter vs. typical True HEPA Filter
Typical True HEPA filter:
- Traps allergen and particles 0.3 microns in size at 99.97% efficiency and over 99% efficiency for particles less than 0.1 microns
BioGS HEPA Filter:
- Traps allergen and particles 0.3 microns in size at 99.97% efficiency and over 99% efficiency for particles less than 0.1 microns**
- Reduces buildup of common allergens including dust mites, mold, pollen and pet dander* trapped on the filter
- Reduces the growth of bacteria and viruses on the filter***
- Prolongs optimal filter efficiency
*Test samples: mite allergen (Der f2), cedar pollen allergen (Cry j1), 4 types of mixed spores (Aspergillus niger, Penicillium citrinum, Chaetomium globosum, Myrothecium verrucaria), Cat allergen (fel d1)
** Test data shows our HEPA filter (brand new or like-new) can trap particles 0.3 microns in size at 99.97% efficiency. Research data shows True HEPA filters can trap particles less than 0.1 microns in size at higher than 99% efficiency. For more info, see "Guidance for Filtration and Air-Cleaning Systems to Protect Building Environments from Airborne Chemical, Biological, or Radiological Attacks" by Department of Health and Human Services, pp. 11–12, or visit Rabbit Air’s website for details.
***Test samples: type A influenza virus(H1N1), Escherichia Coli, Staphyllococcus aureus
4-Stage Filtration
Stage 1 - Pre-filter (washable and permanent):
The Pre-Filter effectively traps and reduces large sized allergens, dust, and particles.
Stage 2 - BioGS HEPA Filter:
The BioGS HEPA filter traps airborne particles down to 0.3 microns in size, 99.97% of the time, and reduces common allergens to support optimum filter efficiency and prolong filter life.
Stage 3 - Charcoal-Based Activated Carbon Filter*:
Made of high-grade granular activated carbon, our AC filter is much more effective than typical AC filters, which are coated with a thin layer of activated carbon. Chemicals and common household odors can be effectively reduced.
Stage 4 - Negative Ion Generator:
Produces beneficial negative ions to fortify the air you breathe and freshen your indoor environment.
Purification with Benefits
Smart
All interface lights will disappear when the unit is idle, to reduce light pollution and save energy. The filter life indicator will alert you when it’s time to clean and replace the filters.
Economical
The BioGS HEPA and Charcoal-Based Activated Carbon filters will last up to three years, based on 12 hours daily operation. The Pre-Filter is permanent and washable.
Responsible
A childproof feature pauses air purifier operation when the front panel is removed.
Energy efficient
ENERGY STAR certified units will not run up your energy bill.
Thorough
The BioGS SPA-550A air purifier will filter all of the air in a room up to 550 sq. ft. (or 625 sq. ft. for the SPA-625A) twice in an hour on the highest setting.
Ultra quiet
The cutting edge BLDC motor operates at five different speeds. It’s virtually silent at the lowest speed.
Reliable
Backed by a five-year complimentary repair on air purifiers and parts, Rabbit Air also offers 24/7 lifetime technical support.
Technical Data
What's in the box
- BioGS 2.0 air purifier
- Remote control
- Starter guide for filter installation
- User's manual
- Pre-filter
- BioGS HEPA Filter
- Activated Carbon Charcoal Filter
Size
- Weight: 16.8 lbs
- Dimension: 22.2H x 16.6W x 9.8D (inches)
Spec and performance
- Power Consumption: 5 to 29 watts
- Noise Level: 22.8 to 48.6 dBA
- Effective Coverage Area: 550 sq. ft. for normal residential use or 275 sq. ft. for allergy sufferer
- Filter Life Span: Up to 18 months
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| filter type | Pre-Filter | Activated Carbon | True HEPA, Active Carbon Filter, Pre-Filter | Multi-layer | Pre-Filter | Filter |
| floor area | 550 square feet | 1980 square feet | 930 square feet | 1051 square feet | — | 1095 square feet |
| control method | remote | voice | touch | application | touch | touch |
| power source | AC | AC | AC | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | ac |
| particle retention size | — | 0.1 micrometer | 0.01 micron | 0.1 micrometer | 0.01 micron | 12 minutes |
| noise level | 25 decibels | 24 decibels | 22 decibels | 22 decibels | 53.8 decibels | 25 decibels |
| specification met | — | Energy Star Certified, FCC Certified, ETL Certified | Energy Star Certified, CARB Certified, ETL Certified | CARB Certified, ETL Certified, FCC Certified, Energy Star Certified | CARB Certified | ETL Certified |
| weight | 16.8 pounds | 12.79 pounds | 20.5 pounds | 6 pounds | 12.3 pounds | 3.33 kilograms |
Works well in my cubicle
After doing much researching I've decided on this filter.Primary use:I have severe dust allergies at work and have it in my cubicle.Pros:Does it's job - Ever since I got it my allergies have reduced (or I'd like to think it's working :p) - **see photo for used filterVery Quiet - Sometimes I forget it's even on.Size - Medium. It works placing it on the floor or on the desk.Design - Very futuristic and sleek. Everyone asks me what it is when they see it.***Update 11 months laterIt finally says that I need to change the filter after running it 5 days a week, 8 hours a day, and 10 months of running it.To take off the cover, lift from the bottom out towards you.When you remove the cover it reveals a bar filter indicator that shows the life of the filter 0-15months. The interesting thing is, my filter indicator said that it was 15 months but I've only been using it for 11. Don't know what that means...**see photoNow that I am aware of that indicator I think I will check it more often to see if the indicator matches up with the actual filter.
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2016
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- David of West VancouverReviewed in Canada on March 4, 2020
This is the best air cleaner I have ever seen (and not heard!)
