The Levoit Core 300S is one of the most popular and best-selling Levoit air purifiers. Today, I will compare the performance of it and the slightly smaller Levoit Core 200S.
They are both small air purifiers, but the Levoit Core 300S has a slightly larger CADR. It covers rooms of up to 219 sq. ft. (20 m²), while the Levoit Core 200S covers rooms of up to 183 sq. ft. (17 m²).
Three-stage filtration is the main characteristic of both, but the Core 300S filter is larger, and there are many more third-party filters available on the market for this model.
Keep reading to find out which model won our tests, which one is better specifications-wise, and which one is my absolute best-buy recommendation.
Our Verdict
Overall, for small rooms, small bedrooms, or kids’ rooms, both air purifiers are pretty good. They don’t produce ozone and are 100% safe to use.
However, the Levoit Core 300S offers slightly more. It showed better results in our performance tests, has more smart features, is more affordable to maintain, and performed better in our smoke removal test.
The Levoit Core 200S is also a great air purifier; it has a catchy night light feature and provided pretty good results in our performance tests, so you won’t make a huge mistake if you go with it.
If you have any questions about these two air purifiers, please ask in the comments section below the article.
Specs: Levoit Core 200S Vs Core 300S
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| Manufacturer | Levoit | Levoit |
| Model | Core 200S | Core 300S |
| Dimensions (inches / cm) | 8.1 x 8.1 x 12.6 inches (20.5 x 20.5 x 32 cm) | 8.7 x 8.7 x 14.2 inches (22 x 22 x 36 cm) |
| Weight (pounds / kg) | 6.6 lb (3 kg) | 5.95 lb (2.7 kg) |
| Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) | 118 CFM (200.6 m³/h) | 141 CFM (240 m³/h) |
| Coverage (4.8 ACH)
Room Coverage Explanation: ACH is a measurement used in indoor air quality management to indicate how many times the air within a defined space is changed/moved through the filter media.
For more details, visit our ACH calculator tool. | 183 sq. ft. (17 m²) | 219 sq. ft. (20 m²) |
| Performance Ratings Performance Ratings Score Summary: 8.3 - Average Score (102 products) 9.9 - Best Score (1 products) 1 - Worst Score (1 products) We use the Temtop LKC-1000S laser particle meter to test the particle removal efficiency of every air purifier. It measures PM2.5 (µg/m3), PM10 (µg/m3), Particles (per/L), and HCHO (mg/m3) in the air, and also calculates the AQI. You can read more about our testing methodology here. | ||
| Filtration Technology | Pre-filter, True HEPA Filter, and Activated Carbon Filter | Pre-filter, True HEPA Filter, and Activated Carbon Filter |
| Filter Replacement Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Filter Life | 6-8 months | 6-8 months |
| Power Consumption
Power Usage Summary: Our extensive testing of 102 air purifiers revealed the following power consumption insights:
Check out our power consumption calculator tool. | 37W | 26W |
| Operating Costs Ratings Operating Costs Ratings Score Summary: 8.8 - Average Score (102 products) 10 - Best Score (2 products) 1.7 - Worst Score (1 products) We measure the power usage at all speeds using an energy meter, after which we calculate how much it would cost to use the device at a particular fan speed for one month. For reference, we use an energy price of $0.12 per kWh. You can read more about our testing methodology here. | ||
| Number of Fan Speeds | 4 – Sleep Mode, Speed 1, Speed 2, and Speed 3 | 4 – Sleep Mode, Speed 1, Speed 2, and Speed 3 |
| Air Quality Sensor Air Quality Sensor Summary: Out of 102 air purifiers tested, only 51 have the air quality sensor. | No | Yes |
| Air Quality Indicator | No | Yes |
| Auto Mode Auto Mode Summary: Out of 102 air purifiers tested, only 52 have auto mode functionality. | No | Yes |
| Smart App Smart App Summary: Out of 102 air purifiers tested, only 30 have smart app functionality. | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control Voice Control Summary: Out of 102 air purifiers tested, only 29 have voice control functionality. | Yes | Yes |
| Other Features | Night LightDisplay LockDisplay OffTimer | Display OffDisplay LockTimer |
| Noise Level (low – high) | 42.1 – 53.9 dBA | 41.4 – 65.2 dBA |
| Noise Ratings Noise Ratings Score Summary: 9.2 - Average Score (102 products) 10 - Best Score (1 products) 7.6 - Worst Score (1 products) We use a special noise measurement tool to test the noise level of the air purifier at all speeds. We measured the noise level on the dBA scale. You can read more about our testing methodology here. | ||
| Best Suited For | Bedrooms Small Spaces Dust Children's Rooms Quiet Operation | Bedrooms Small Spaces Dust Allergies Children's Rooms Smart Home Integration |
| Warranty | 2-year | 2-year |
| In-Depth Review | Levoit Core 200S | Levoit Core 300S |
| Price |
Performance Test – Comparison
As these two Levoits have almost identical CADRs and cover almost identical room sizes, we tested them in a room of identical dimensions.
In a room of 194 sq. ft. (18 m²), we left each of these running at maximum speed for 60 minutes and measured air cleaning performance using the Temtop laser particle meter.
Particle Removal Tests - Comparison
We placed the Levoit Core 200S and Levoit Core 300S in two separate tests and measured their performance using the Temtop laser particle meter.
The Levoit Core 200S managed to improve the air quality by 91%, while the Levoit Core 300S improved it by 94%.
The difference is clear: the Core 300S was more efficient in the airborne particle removal tests.
Smoke Box Test – Comparison
Besides the airborne particle removal tests, we tested how fast these two air purifiers would remove all the smoke from a glass box.
We placed them in the box, filled it with smoke, and measured how much time each needed to remove all the smoke.
The Levoit Core 300S showed incredibly good performance; it cleaned all the smoke in just 20 seconds.
On the other hand, the Levoit Core 200S was slightly slower; it needed 32 seconds to do the same.
So, in this test, the Core 300S took the win as well.
Noise Level Test – Comparison
Speaking of noise, the Levoit Core 200S is one of the best-optimized air purifiers for noise.
At maximum speed, it produces just 53.9 dBA, while the Core 300S produces 65.2 dBA. Even though the Levoit Core 300S has a larger CADR, the fact that it’s much louder at maximum speed makes the Core 200S’s CADR-to-noise ratio better optimized.
Noise Levels - Comparison
Comparison of noise levels at all fan speeds between the Levoit Core 200S and Levoit Core 300S air purifiers.
At the lowest speed, the situation is slightly different; the Levoit Core 300S produces 41.4 dBA, while the Levoit Core 200S produces 42.1 dBA.
| Fan Speed | Levoit Core 200S (dBA) | Levoit Core 300S (dBA) |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep Mode | 42.1 dBA | 41.4 dBA |
| Speed 1 (Low) | 44.9 dBA | 46.5 dBA |
| Speed 2 (Medium) | 48.5 dBA | 54.6 dBA |
| Speed 3 (High) | 53.9 dBA | 65.2 dBA |
Both air purifiers have four fan speeds, but the Core 300S has auto mode as an additional speed.
As you can see on the chart provided, the Levoit Core 200S is better optimized at all fan speeds except the lowest one.
Operating Costs – Comparison
Frankly, I expected the Levoit Core 200S to have a better-optimized motor. However, the situation in practice is different.
With a motor of 37W, the Levoit Core 200S will use more power than the Core 300S, which has a motor of just 26W.
Monthly Power Consumption Cost - Comparison
Comparison of monthly power consumption costs for the Levoit Core 200S and Levoit Core 300S air purifiers at all fan speeds.
If you were to use both air purifiers at their maximum speeds, 24 hours a day, for one month, your electric power bill would increase by about $2.16 in the case of the Core 200S and by about $2.01 in the case of the Core 300S.
| Fan Speed | Levoit Core 200S (W + $/month) | Levoit Core 300S (W + $/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Standby | 0.6W ($0.05) | 1.1W ($0.09) |
| Sleep Mode | 12.7W ($1.11) | 3.8W ($0.33) |
| Speed 1 (Low) | 16.8W ($1.47) | 6W ($0.52) |
| Speed 2 (Medium) | 19.5W ($1.71) | 10.4W ($0.91) |
| Speed 3 (High) | 24.6W ($2.16) | 23W ($2.01) |
If we add the price of replacement filters, the size of the filter, and the longevity, I would say that the Levoit Core 300S is more affordable for operation and maintenance.
The Levoit 300s doesn’t generate any ozone, does it?
It doesn’t generate any ozone.