Air Allergy Jr. Review
This mini version of Austin Air Allergy Machine is a simple air purifier.

Specifically tailored for those who are allergic not only to dust but also to gases and smoke, it comes in a metal casing for long lasting durability.

More Details on the Air Allergy Jr. Machine

While the other Austin machines use a carbon filter at the third stage, the Air Allergy Jr uses a Hepa filter instead. After the stage, an activated military carbon cloth is used to clear harmful gases or smoke.

And because this cloth replaces a heavy carbon filter, this machine is 6 lbs lighter than the other Austin Air’s junior air purifiers.

The filters: The first stage filters things you can see like hair, dust and dander. The second stage filters unseen particles like molds, spores and pollens.  The last 2 stages use a  Hepa filter and a military carbon cloth to take care of  bacteria and viruses as well as any airborne chemicals and gases.

360 degrees air intake: While most air purifiers only sucks the air from the front or the side, this air cleaner sucks air from all direction like any other Austin Air’s machines.

Made of Steel: Austin Air Allergy Jr. is encased in steel and the surface is scratch resistant.

Money Back Guarantee & Warranty: This air purifier comes with 5 years warranty on parts and filter. It also comes with 30 days money back guarantee.

Long Filter Life: While most air purifiers need a fresh filter every 6-12 months, Austin recommends that you replace your filter only once every 5 years.

Our Concern :

• Only 3 fan speeds: As there are only 3 speeds available, you don’t have much options when it comes to the noise level. But the lowest setting is quiet.
  
• No digital display: We don’t know why, but Austin Air seems to like analog controls.
  
• And no digital features: Without digital function means there are no remote control, timer or filter replacement alert. You need to remind yourself to change your filter ( every 5 years ).
• The outdated look : Compare Austin machines with other modern air purifiers and you’ll know what we mean.
• Filter stays too long: For things meant to trap dust and other airborne particles, we think 5 years is just too long (if you use it daily). We suggest you vacuum the filter regularly and replace it earlier than the suggested 5 years.

Our Verdict :

We don’t deny that Austin machines have withstood the test of time. However, unless the company changes it’s design and functionality, Austin Air may have trouble competing in the crowded field in the near future.

For us, the Air Allergy Jr. is a good machine. But it comes with design and function of  the 80s.