Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Honeywell vs TOSOT Direct
Where Honeywell and TOSOT Direct differ
| Compare |  Honeywell | TOSOT Direct ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | HHT270W, HPA5100B, HPA5200B | KJ350G True HEPA Air Purifier (TST-AP-350A); 50 Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump (2012 DOE 70 Pint); 20 Pint Dehumidifier (2012 DOE 30 Pint) |
| Price from | $24.95Lower | $39.99 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 237.86 | 340Higher |
| Room size (m²) | 17.65 | 41.8Higher |
| Filter cost per year | $59.85Lower | $59.99 to $79.98 |
| Filter change interval | 4 months | 6 to 8 monthsHigher |
| Extraction per day (l/day) | 11.83 to 33.12Higher | 23.7 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 to 5 years |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 32 |
| Extraction test conditions | Not confirmed | 2019 DOE standard (2012 DOE: 70 pints/day); 115V/60Hz, 41-90F operating range |
| Water tank (l) | Not confirmed | 6.1 |
| Power use (W) | Not confirmed | 770 |
| Mobile app | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Markets (US).
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Key differences
- Honeywell scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Price from is lower at Honeywell: $24.95 vs $39.99.
- Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) is higher at TOSOT Direct: 340 vs 237.86.
- Room size (m²) is higher at TOSOT Direct: 41.8 vs 17.65.
- Filter cost per year is lower at Honeywell: $59.85 vs $59.99 to $79.98.
- Filter change interval is higher at TOSOT Direct: 6 to 8 months vs 4 months.
- Extraction per day (l/day) is higher at Honeywell: 11.83 to 33.12 vs 23.7.
- Support channels: only TOSOT Direct offers Community.
- Products: only Honeywell offers Humidifier.
- Filter types: only TOSOT Direct offers Uv.
Our verdict on each
Honeywell
Honeywell suits US households that want air treatment bought from a single name, with purifier and dehumidifier options and room sizing that fits a bedroom or small study. The trade-off is scale: clean air delivery ranks 36 of 47 on our data, so open plan living space is where the range stops.
TOSOT Direct
TOSOT Direct suits US households wanting one small brand for air treatment on a budget, and less suitable for open-plan rooms. The reference purifier delivers 340 m³/h CADR for rooms of 41.8 square metres, sold from $39.99.
Score breakdown
| Area | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5HigherEntry pricing of $24.95 ranks 6 of 76, with filters at $59.85 a year | 9.4Entry price sits at $39.99, ranked 13 of 76 on price from, with filter costs of $59.99 to $79.98 a year. |
| Offer | 8.7Filters listed as hepa h13 and carbon, a 4 month interval and a 5 year warranty | 9.0HigherCovers purifier, dehumidifier and fan in purifier, dehumidifier and fan, runs at 340 m³/h CADR and 41.8 square metres, with a mobile app. |
| Trust | 9.8HigherSupport runs on email, phone and help centre and the store names eAccess Solutions, Inc. for warranty claims | 9.6Sold by SainStore Inc. in US, founded 1991, warranty of 1 to 5 years and support on email, phone and help centre. |
Which one suits you
Pick Honeywell if price from, filter cost per year, and extraction per day (l/day) matter most.
Pick TOSOT Direct if offer, clean air delivery rate (m³/h), room size (m²), and filter change interval matter most.
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Air purifiers | 10 of 55 | 16 of 55 |
| Dehumidifiers | 5 of 27 | 9 of 27 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
Available in 1 country for both.
What we checked
Honeywell
- honeywellstore.com: 14 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TOSOT Direct
- tosotdirect.com: 21 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Humidifier, FanCovers more | Purifier, Dehumidifier, Fan |
| Filter types | Hepa h13, Carbon | Hepa h13, Carbon, UvCovers more |
| Certifications | Aham verifide, Energy star | Aham verifide, Energy star |
| Legal entity | eAccess Solutions, Inc. | SainStore Inc. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1991 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $24.95lowest quarter | $39.99lowest quarter | $109.99 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | 237.86lowest quarter | 340below the median | 424.925 |
| Room size (m²) | 17.65lowest quarter | 41.8lowest quarter | 124 |
| Filter cost per year | $59.85below the median | $59.99 to $79.98below the median | $79.60 |
| Filter change interval | 4 monthslowest quarter | 6 to 8 monthsbelow the median | 12 months |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 32above the median | 25 |
Median across 65 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Honeywell
Pros
- The range spans purifier, dehumidifier and humidifier, so purifiers, dehumidifiers, humidifiers and fans share a warranty and support desk
- Entry price of $24.95 ranks 6 of 76 brands on price from, at the cheaper end of the field
- Both AHAM Verifide and Energy Star appear in aham verifide and energy star, marks that many purifier brands hold separately
Cons
- Room coverage of 17.65 square metres ranks 52 of 54, so open plan living spaces need a bigger unit
- Clean air delivery of 237.86 m³/h ranks 36 of 47, so a large shared room will need more than one machine
- The filter interval of 4 months ranks 24 of 27, so filters come round sooner than on most rivals
TOSOT Direct
Pros
- Entry price of $39.99 ranks 13 of 76 on price from across tracked brands.
- Covers purifier, dehumidifier and fan under one brand, so purifier and dehumidifier buying stay in the same place.
- The reference purifier carries aham verifide and energy star and runs quietly from 32 decibels.
Cons
- Room coverage of 41.8 square metres ranks 43 of 54, behind many purifier rivals.
- Clean air delivery of 340 m³/h ranks 28 of 47 on CADR.
- The range sits in US only, so buyers elsewhere look at Vornado Air, which lists humidifiers and fans alongside purifiers.
Who each suits
Honeywell
Who it suits
- US households that want purifiers, dehumidifiers, humidifiers and fans under a single brand
- Renters and first time buyers working to a tight entry budget
- People with a bedroom or small study who want a certified purifier
Who should look elsewhere
- Open plan homes that need more reach, since the 17.65 square metre rating is modest for bigger rooms
- Buyers outside the US, since shipping covers US only
- Households that want a purifier and nothing else, since Clarifion stays with purifier
TOSOT Direct
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners in the US buying at the entry end of the market, where $39.99 sets the tone.
- Anyone who wants purifier, dehumidifier and fan from one brand, since purifier, dehumidifier and fan covers all three.
- People who want help by phone as well as online, with support on email, phone and help centre and a warranty of 1 to 5 years.
Who should look elsewhere
- Open-plan living rooms, where 41.8 square metres of coverage falls short next to higher CADR brands.
- Anyone outside US, who should check a brand such as Clarifion instead.
- Buyers who want ionising filtration, since hepa h13, carbon and uv lists HEPA, carbon and UV only.
Country by country
| Country | Honeywell | TOSOT Direct |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Honeywell
What does a Honeywell air purifier cost to buy?+
Units are a single purchase with no subscription attached, and the entry price is $24.95. On our data that entry point ranks 6 of 76 brands on price from, which is why Honeywell appears at the cheaper end of the field.
What do replacement filters cost each year?+
Plan for $59.85 a year in replacement filters. Annual filter cost ranks 20 of 46 on our data, so it sits in the middle of the field rather than at either extreme, and it is the recurring cost after the purchase.
TOSOT Direct
How much does a TOSOT Direct air purifier cost at entry?+
The range starts at $39.99, and that entry figure ranks 13 of 76 brands on price from. Filter costs then run $59.99 to $79.98 a year, which is the number to add when comparing machines over more than the first year.
What are the yearly running costs of owning a TOSOT Direct purifier?+
The filter set in hepa h13, carbon and uv is the main ongoing expense, priced at $59.99 to $79.98 a year with a 6 to 8 months replacement interval. No subscription is listed, so the yearly filter cost is the standing commitment.