In today’s article, I will compare two, at first sight, almost identical air purifiers. I will talk about the Levoit Core 200S and the Xiaomi 4 Compact. Cylindrical shapes characterize them both; they have controls on the top and filters located on the bottom.
The build quality is great on both devices. The Levoit is available in several colors, while the Xiaomi is available only in white. Both are small and adorable devices that, I believe, will fit into almost any ambiance.
As for the filtration technology, these two air purifiers use a three-stage filtration technology consisting of a pre-filter, a True HEPA filter, and an activated carbon filter. And guess what? They produced almost identical results in performance tests.
Then, you are probably wondering why I’m comparing these two if everything related to them is almost identical. Actually, it’s not! The Xiaomi 4 Compact has an air quality sensor, air quality indicator, auto mode, and many other features that aren’t built-in in the Levoit Core 200S.
That’s what makes this comparison much more enjoyable. So, please keep reading and find out which one performed better, which is quieter, which is more affordable for maintenance, and which is a better buying option overall.
Levoit Vs Xiaomi Specifications
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| Manufacturer | Levoit | Xiaomi |
| Model | Core 200S | Compact 4 |
| Dimensions | 8.1 x 8.1 x 12.6 inches (20,5 x 20,5 x 32 cm) | Φ8.6 x 14 inches (Φ22.0 x 35.5 cm) |
| Room Coverage (4.8 ACH) | 183 sq. ft. | 206 sq. ft. |
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| Filtration Technology | Pre-filter, True HEPA Filter, and Activated Carbon Filter | Primary Filter, True HEPA Filter, and Activated Carbon Filter |
| Filter Replacement Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Filter Longevity | 6-8 months | 6-12 months |
| Power | 37W | 27W |
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| Working Modes | 4 – Sleep Mode, Speed 1, Speed 2, and Speed 3 | 3 – Automatic Mode, Sleep Mode, and Manual Mode |
| Air Quality Sensor | No | Yes |
| Air Quality Indicator | No | Yes |
| Auto Mode | No | Yes |
| Smart App | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Night Light | Yes | No |
| Noise Levels | 42.1 – 53.9 dBA | 41.3 – 60.4 dBA |
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| Warranty | 2-year | 1-year |
| In-Depth Review | Levoit Core 200S | Xiaomi 4 Compact |
| Price | Check Price on Amazon | Check Price on Amazon |
Which One Does It Better?
I must admit that this was one such comparison in which it was difficult to declare a winner. But, as the purpose of this article is to help potential buyers decide with which one to go, I made a (hard) decision.
In my opinion, the Xiaomi 4 Compact is a better buying option than the Levoit Core 200S. It made slightly better results in performance tests, uses less power, is quieter at work, and has many more advanced features. Additionally, it covers larger rooms than the Levoit. All these are reasons I would go with the Xiaomi.
Don’t get me wrong; you won’t regret it even though you choose the Levoit, which is a fantastic air purifier as well.
If you have questions about these Xiaomi and Levoit air purifiers, please leave a comment in the comment box below.
This is a weird comparison… If we’re going based on size, I think the more appropriate comparison would be to the Levoit Core 300S, at which point the Xiaomi would win on power efficiency but would lose slightly on CADR. Maybe the Xiaomi would also win then on price if that’s how you picked these two, but then I guess you have to compare the availability of filters, the cost of those, and then the warranty.
The Levoit 200 is a more compact device–to the point that you can take it on airplanes as a personal item, which you cannot do with the Xiaomi you have listed here (maybe they too make a smaller version) on the vast majority of domestic airlines if you want to bring it an AC power bank to run it off of.