Kenmore 83202 True HEPA Air Cleaner

October 2007. In one comparative test of 36 air purifiers, the Kenmore 83202 finished second, earning high scores for dust and smoke removal but only average scores for noise. In another test of 14 machines, the Kenmore air purifier finished in the middle of the pack. The enthusiast site Air-Purifier-Power.com likes this machine's cleaning ability, but criticizes its noise on high speed settings and the high cost of its replacement filters ($100 for the main HEPA filter and $30 for a box of charcoal pre-filters), while Air-Purifiers-America.com says the large exhaust opening can be a temptation for little hands. Owners are generally satisfied with this air purifier, but one reviewer to Amazon.com also notes the high cost of replacement filters. The Kenmore 83202 is intended for rooms of about 400 square feet. Overall, the Kenmore is one of the best picks in this price range, according to reviewer consensus. For more recent reviews, please see our latest update on air purifiers.

The Kenmore 83202 True HEPA Air Cleaner -- which is also sold as the Whirlpool AP51030R -- is included by Consumer Reports in its November 2007 roundup of air purifiers. It's also tested by Air-Purifiers-America.com, and examined in depth at the enthusiast site Air-Purifier-Power.com. This Kenmore air purifier is also reviewed by a fair number of owners posting to Sears.com and Amazon.com.