Product Review: Imarflex IAP-150 Air Purifier

Since I was a teen I've been suffering from stuffy nose and/or sneezing on most mornings. There's a specific time of the year when this happens and was eventually diagnosed as allergic rhinitis. I've learned to live with it. I know it will start once I get up but would be gone after 2 to 3 hours, earlier if I leave the house immediately.

So last year I decided to get an air purifier. I wasn't so sure about the technology and it's efficacy. There are mixed reviews online so with caution I decided to buy something that won't break the bank but would help me determine if this is right solution for me.

I ordered the Imarflex IAP-150 online. Pretty standard delivery time and came with the original box. The item is quite compact but it should be cos it's only for small rooms of less than 30sqm. It has a sleek silver and black color with green light when on the dial when turned on. The HEPA filter that comes with the package is easy to install but check for plastic covers inside as when I popped this in initially I didn't check and first few minutes the unit was VERY noisy and then some plastic-y smell started. Good thing I decided to recheck if I installed in correctly.

Opening the unit is through the bottom. You can push on the levers and it should pop open. You should see the pre-filter and then the HEPA filter. It also has a scent box but I placed some cotton there with drops of essential oils but I don't think it worked well in dispersing the scent at all so I've never really used that.

Once on you can turn the dials to change the setting of the fan. It's quite quiet even on the highest setting. Also note there's no separate knob/dial for the ionizer but I saw some questions online and was advised the ionizer is on at all times. It also says the filter should be replaced every 6 month and costs about P700 more or less online. I do clean the pre-filter by washing and drying it (not sure if this recommended but hey, works for me) and I slightly brush the HEPA filter once in a while.

Now the verdict, does it really improve the air quality? I can't say, I still get my stuffy nose once in a while and since it's been pretty erratic even before I can't say for sure whether this device is helping or not. BUT one thing I noticed when it's turned on for the night is when morning comes and the soft sunshine is streaming through my window, I don't see any dusts particles flying around which I've observed before. This might mean the ionizer is working as it supposedly helps ground all flying dusts.

So for the price of P2,600 not bad but it won't solve all your allergic woes.


Packaging: 5/5
Price: 5/5
Efficacy: 3/5
Filter Cost: 5/5

Disclaimer: Please note I am not in any way connected with this brand, the online store or the delivery partner of the store and I have not received any form of payment for this review. I am a regular consumer and bought these products and services for my own personal use.