Data from Amazon and official Blueair and Winix sites.
2026 verdict
Winix 5520 wins the 2026 matchup against Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max, mainly on price, rating, and warranty. What pushes it ahead is price, rating, and warranty, and filtration keeps the advantage from looking narrow. You should still consider Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max if integrations and sensors matter more than raw overall balance. For the average buyer, Winix 5520 is the safer choice.
| Feature | Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max | Winix 5520 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.00 | $179.99 | Winix 5520 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | Winix 5520 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Winix 5520 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa | Alexa | Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max |
| Filtration | HEPA Filter, Activated Carbon Filter, Washable Pre-Filter | HEPA Filter, Activated Carbon Filter, Washable Pre-Filter, Ionizer | Winix 5520 |
| Sensors | PM1, PM2.5, PM10 | PM2.5 | Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| AHAM Verifide | YES | YES | Tie |
| Auto Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
$229.00
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa
- + Sensors: PM1, PM2.5, PM10
- - Price: $229.00 vs $179.99
- - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
Winner
$179.99
- + Price: $179.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Warranty: 2 years
- - Integrations: Alexa vs Google Home, Alexa
- - Sensors: PM2.5 vs PM1, PM2.5, PM10
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max or Winix 5520?
Winix 5520 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max and Winix 5520?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max lists $229.00, while Winix 5520 lists $179.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max is listed at $229.00, while Winix 5520 is listed at $179.99. Winix 5520 (better spec).
Who should buy Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max?
Choose Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max if your priority is integrations and sensors and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Winix 5520?
Choose Winix 5520 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than integrations.
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