Great filter. After speaking with the HVAC specialist that services my system I feel comfortable using the 1000 as it balances air flow and cleanliness.
Pros
-collects dust, dander and cat hair (3cats)
-lasts anywhere between 2-3 months
-arrow clearly indicates which direction to place tge filter (arrow towards furnance)
Cons
-filters are not individually wrapped (unused filters are stored in the garage where they can get dirty prior to use)
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A 4.6 is pretty Good, I give it a 5!!!
I recently had a new central air unit installed, forgetting to even put a new filter in. As a 3 dog home, and some one with terrible sinuses (2 surgeries to open them) I do all I can to breath easy.
Air ionizer, Honeywell air purifier, and got wondering why my sinuses started acting up at night......the old filter!
These came today, I came right home, replaced the old (covered in layers or dust and hair and whatever else)
Put the new one in it's place. After a good 5-6 hours, the house smells better, and the air is simply, easier to breath. I found my new go to!
The air is just fresh and clear.
Great price, Great filter.
The improvement of air quality, when switching from the entry-level Filtrete micro filters is quite noticeable. This filter does a great job of filtering debris and some odors, delivering a better return on investment than the highest-level Filtrete micro filters (which seem only marginally better for almost twice the price). These filters seem to be the best balance between quality and price, in the 3M Filtrete lineup.
I have used Filtrete filters for almost 2 decades and think the are the best. These are a lower rating (1000) than my usual purchase (1500) and think they will be fine with a activated charcoal prefilter (perhaps I'll add a very thin layer of AC window unit foam pre-filter that washable to aid in large particle dust collection). The HVAC man suggested I step down because he thought it would be 'more efficient for the motor' (since the landlord was concerned about it's longevity). The HVAC guys always say that though. Overall the condo is not very dusty so I'm giving the 1000 a try. I found a chart that compared it to MERV ratings and it was 11, whereas the 1500 was rated at 12--so not much difference if it's accurate.
Living in Florida where it is obviously very hot much of the year, I feel like I change my air conditioning filter constantly. I have always purchased them at the grocery store or someplace like that, but I found these here on Amazon and they seemed cheaper, since it's a 2-pack. And while I've never really paid attention to what brand of filter I buy, I believe Filtrete is at least one of the brands that I have purchased from a brick and mortar store.
I have used both of the filters in this pack and am ready to order more. I'm happy with them. I don't know anything technical about filters. Matter of fact, I rely on the writing on the side of the filter telling me which way to put it into the unit (it usually has an arrow showing which way the air flow goes). With these filters, that writing wasn't on the shorter side of the filter like I am used to, so at first I didn't think it was there and wasn't totally sure which way to put it in, but I found that information instead on the longer side of the filter.
The only thing that could make these better would be to have each filter in its own separate plastic bag. When I open the bag to use the first filter, the other filter is exposed, and since I generally keep the extras in my garage until I'm ready to use it, and my garage is filthy, I have to work to keep that filter clean until use. But really, that's not a huge issue. I'm pleased with the filters and the price for a 2-pack. I'll continue to purchase!
Feature Product
- Outperforms fiberglass, washable and non-electrostatic 3-month pleated 1" home air filters for your furnace, air conditioner, or HVAC system
- Exclusive Filtrete Brand 3-in-1 technology from 3M traps unwanted air particles, letting cleaner air flow through
- Filtrete 1000 MPR (Microparticle Performance Rating) equates to MERV 11
- 1000 and 1200 MPR also available in 4", 4" slim fit and 5" air filters
- For optimal performance, change your home air filter at least every 90 days for 1" filters, and at least every 12 months for 4" and 5" filters.
- For residential use only
- The higher the MPR, the more microparticles - such as pollen, pet dander, smoke, bacteria and viruses - your filter will capture from the air passing through it
- A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm or cool - wasting energy. Sign-up for a filter change reminder program that works for you!
Description
Opt for a Filtrete Allergen Defense Air Filter to transform your central heating and cooling system into a whole home air filtration operation. This no nonsense filter helps capture varying sizes of particles, from the large (lint, pollen, dust and pet dander) to the microscopic (smoke and smog).
I've used Filtrate brand air filters in my home for well over five years. As they are good filters, it is not worth the extra money to get the fancier more expensive ones. I have pets and I am allergic to them. I love my fur babies but these filters need to be change a least every 3 months. I would hope with purchasing the pet ones, I would get at least 4 months. This is not the case. No matter how much money I spend on these Filtrate filters, I always have to change mine every two months. These filters (MPR 1000) are good. They are nothing special. I am not sure I would say "worth the money," but they are good and we NEED filters.
Filtrate is a solid brand. Their filters always come in good condition. They do not tear or fall apart. This is why I gave them four stars. They are a good product when it comes to materials and such.
I took away a star because I just believe they should last at least three solid months as advertised. They advertise taking several types of allergens out of the air, but I just do not feel it takes many out at all. I should not be suffering from allergy issues in my home with these brand new filters in my home being changed every two months.
I have to say these filters do their job well because every time I change the filter (every three months), the filter is quite dirty. That's stuff that would be in the air if I didn't have these filters. HOWEVER, the better a filter is at filtering, the harder it is for air flow. I noticed that my furnace was overheating and cycling every 15 minutes like clockwork while heating my home by checking the usage history on my Nest thermostat. I had a heating and cooling company take a look and the technician said not to use these filters or anything stronger. He stated the majority of problems people have with their furnace is caused by a filter that is too strong. The technician recommended I get a very basic un-pleated air filter and change it more frequently. I did as he suggested and now my furnace no longer cycles as frequently. Your results may vary.
I normally purchase Filtrete 600 and replace filters once every two months, and I am happy with that filter's performance. However, this time, due to availability and pricing, I ordered Filtrete 1000. It fits fine into the AC intake and seems to work OK. It is more restrictive than 600, so, I assume, the air flow is somewhat reduced and the bypass on the sides of the filter is increased, but so far I did not notice any difference in any of that or any reduction in the amount of dust in the house.
Unlike 600s, these filters were not individually wrapped in plastic. I like plastic wrapping because I store filters in the garage and plastic keeps them clean. I wish these were individually wrapped as well.
Next time when choosing filters, if pricing and availability make sense, I will switch back to 600s. If not, 1000s work for me as well.
These are great- just be careful that too much filtration can OVERHEAT your heat and air units
I was using the Filtrete dark blue 1500 rated filters and thought they were great. But eventually I found the air flow was less and less and then it almost stopped altogether. I had to call my Heat/ AC guys and they told me that if I used the higher rated filter (1500 or so, different for each system), the one that 'stopped' more allergens/ dust/ etc, that these high rated ones fill up quickly with all the gunk the catch, and that they can slow down the air flow so much that it may cause your heat/ AC machinery to overheat and damage itself.
He switched me to the red Filtretes- they are rated 1000 and not 1500. If you truly need higher levels of filtration, make sure your heat/ ac system can handle it, and maybe you have to change the filters more often (the really highly rated filters grab EVERYTHING so all the dust etc builds up much more quickly and could block the air flow entirely in less time than say the red 1000 ones. So stay as low as you can on the ratings, but if you have to block extra things like dust or mites or allergens, ask your heat/ AC guy to tell you which filter to use, knowing it will capture this much dust/mites/ allergens, and how often you have to change it. Hope that helped, and good luck
ps I myself am going to ask them if i can use the higher rated filters- say the 1500s- if i switch them out much more often. we'll see.
Construction crew was grinding floors in the house without a proper suction vac to control the dust. I walked up and it looked like a war zone with a gray cloud of dust trailing out the door and dark as night inside the house. Oh that was so fun! Anyway, after they "cleaned up" I spent the past week washing, mopping, washing, and mopping. We are still getting white dust everywhere (because of course they forgot to turn off the A/C!). These filters are excellent at removing dust particles. Just be careful that you don't forget to change them because they will make your a/c unit work overtime. Here in Florida, we take care of our a/c because it takes care of us :)
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