The Paralda from Alen Corporation is a classy looking room air purifier that also has character - it's truly "green". The Paralda is lead-free and Energy Star qualified, and can clean a medium size room up to 400 square feet. A very chic looking, tower style model, the Paralda has true HEPA filtration (made more efficient by an internal ionizer), that removes 99.97% of airborne particles. It also has an ultraviolet light for controlling bacteria. An air purifier with style as well as high functionality, the Paralda moves air with air vents that are not seen. The air is pulled into the back of the unit and dispersed out the two sides. The Paralda also has some handy features; indicators that tell when to change the HEPA filter and the UV bulb, and a programmable clock to change the filter speeds throughout the day.

Who needs one:

the Alen Paralda is in the "medium" category of air purifiers. It will eliminate particles and some bacteria. It is a good choice for people with seasonal allergies or who simply want a cleaner home or office environment without sacrificing style in the room. It is admirably an environmentally safe and quiet product. It does not filter odors or chemicals.

How they work:

The Paralda pulls dirty air in through the back of the unit, passes it through the HEPA filter and ultraviolet light, and pushes it back into the room from the sides.

Our rating:

The Paralda is a very attractive air purifier with a lifetime warranty made by a fine company. It will do a good job removing airborne contaminants and the long-lasting UV light is helpful. It doesn't have activated carbon for odors or chemicals. It's easy to use and would be a stylish addition to any room. It is not suitable for persons who have serious allergies or asthma or multiple chemical sensitivity. It is very good as a "green" product which doesn't harm the environment.