The Coway Airmega AP-1512HH looks unlike anything else on the market. The case is essentially a small box with a circular opening at the front for air to come in, and a fan at the top to expel the air – it looks a lot like an old iPod Shuffle, only without the ability to play music. It also has a very plasticky finish and is less fitting for a modern home than for a hotel or office building. Still, its design is pretty cute and its compact design allows it to stay out of the spotlight. With a height of about 17 inches, it is easy to store. The cute design is in line with the beeps and beeps. When you turn it on, it greets you with a pretty little chime to let you know it’s working. It also makes a sound when you put the front latch on the unit and when it is turned off. It’s strange, but the unit’s cheerful beeps are almost comforting. What’s not so nice is its weight. The air purifier weighs 15 pounds with the included filters, making it difficult to transport, even with the included handle. At first glance, it doesn’t look very heavy, but if you have to lug it between rooms, your arms will feel it. The Coway Airmega AP-1512HH has five different fan speeds, including an Eco mode and an Auto mode. If you want to set your air purifier to turn off when you leave the room, you can also use a timer. In addition, there is an ionizer option with its own button that is designed to improve the quality of the air it draws in. It emits negative ions that attach to pollutants and make it easier for the device to filter them out. The Coway Airmega AP-1512HH achieves CADR ratings of 247.5, 232.3, and 241.3 for smoke, dust, and pollen, respectively, and thus advertises a recommended room size of 361 square feet. Given its compact size, this is a good rating. Even though it looks like a music player, it doesn’t sound like one. At its lowest setting, the Coway Airmega AP-1512HH reached 36.8 decibels, and at its highest setting, it was nearly 58 decibels. It definitely has some kick, but it’s not too distracting or obnoxious. At least you know that all that noise contributes to its impressive CADR.
