The catch
Levoit Vital 100S-P
A 143-CFM aggregate CADR leaves little headroom in a large room.
Side by side
Levoit Vital 100S vs Core 300S: Vital suits a shallow spot, Core wants open space around its base
Quick verdict
The Vital 100S-P suits pets, with a washable prefilter and a shallow body that works against a wall. The Core 300S-P is the choice when its smaller round base and slightly stronger established testing fit a placement with clear space on all sides.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Depth: how big the gap is
The published “Depth” figure is 38% higher on Levoit Core 300S-P: 8.7 in, against 6.3 in on Levoit Vital 100S-P.
Where this comes from
Measure your space and mounting points first. This can be a hard limit on fit. The percentage is worked out from the lower published figure.
The catch
Levoit Core 300S-P
The current filter is not classed by RTINGS as formally HEPA-certified.
Levoit Vital 100S-P
- Why pick it
- Fur regularly makes its way to the intake.
- Beside furniture, a six-inch-deep body fits well.
- The catch
- A 143-CFM aggregate CADR leaves little headroom in a large room.
Levoit Core 300S-P
- Why pick it
- The room suits a round 8.7-inch base better.
- Clear space on every side is available.
- The catch
- The current filter is not classed by RTINGS as formally HEPA-certified.
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What this page compares
Pets, footprint, airflow, prefilter care and placement are the factors that separate Levoit's small smart models.
This one comes down to aggregate cadr and intake first, then to the limits of your own setup.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
My pets shed all over
Levoit Vital 100S-P lists “Removable and washable” for prefilter, while Levoit Core 300S-P lists “Internal, vacuum-cleaned”. For prefilter, this shows what the treatment path is designed to catch or reduce, and the upkeep it needs.
- Levoit Vital 100S-P
- Better fit
- Levoit Core 300S-P
- Depends
Floor space is very tight for me
Levoit Vital 100S-P lists “Front and side” for intake, while Levoit Core 300S-P lists “360-degree”. For intake, this shows what the treatment path is designed to catch or reduce, and the upkeep it needs.
- Levoit Vital 100S-P
- Good
- Levoit Core 300S-P
- Better fit
It will be on all day
Running it around the clock is more reasonable given its documented power use and airflow.
- Levoit Vital 100S-P
- Good
- Levoit Core 300S-P
- Better fit
Aggregate CADR is non-negotiable
Levoit Vital 100S-P lists “143 CFM” for aggregate cadr, while Levoit Core 300S-P lists “Small-room Core platform”. Extra published output only helps when your room, surface or workload needs the headroom. On its own, it does not prove better results.
- Levoit Vital 100S-P
- Depends
- Levoit Core 300S-P
- Depends
In practice
Differences you will notice
Depth: how big the gap is
The published “Depth” figure is 38% higher on Levoit Core 300S-P: 8.7 in, against 6.3 in on Levoit Vital 100S-P.
How we worked this out
Measure your space and mounting points first. This can be a hard limit on fit. The percentage is worked out from the lower published figure.
Where these two really part ways
Levoit Vital 100S-P is the better match for “My pets shed all over”. Levoit Core 300S-P is the better match for “Floor space is very tight for me” and “It will be on all day”.
How we worked this out
This lines up the current strong and useful fit ratings for the exact products. It does not roll them into one overall score.
One of them covers more of your list
Levoit Vital 100S-P meets 4 of the 4 needs this comparison is built around. Levoit Core 300S-P meets 3 and misses “My pets shed all over”.
How we worked this out
The count uses the current strong and useful fit ratings for these two products. Each need counts once, with no made-up score added on top.
How many models fit “My pets shed all over”
27 of the 70 air purifiers checked fit this need. Levoit Vital 100S-P makes the cut. Levoit Core 300S-P does not.
How we worked this out
The count filters every model in the current category for a strong or useful fit on this single need.
Models that handle “My pets shed all over” and “Floor space is very tight for me”
8 of the 70 air purifiers checked handle both “My pets shed all over” and “Floor space is very tight for me”. Levoit Vital 100S-P makes the cut. Levoit Core 300S-P does not.
How we worked this out
You can reproduce the count by filtering the current category for models with a strong or useful fit on both needs.
Option A
Levoit, LAP-V102S-WUS
Vital 100S-P
Slimmer than a full cylinder, this smart purifier sits beside furniture more easily and has a washable prefilter and an inlet designed with pets in mind.
- Best for
- A bedroom or office with pets where a washable prefilter, Auto mode and a shallow cabinet come in handy
Facts we checked
- Levoit lists an aggregate CADR of 143 CFM and a room size of 222 square feet at 4.8 air changes per hour.
- The cabinet measures 12.6 by 6.3 by 16 inches and has a removable washable prefilter.
- Features are a particle sensor, Auto mode, sleep controls and VeSync connectivity.
Option B
Levoit, LAP-C301S-WUS
Core 300S-P
This inexpensive smart cylinder is compact, offers quiet controls and performs credibly in a small room.
- Best for
- Small bedrooms and offices where you want a polished app and an ionizer-free design
Facts we checked
- The published CADR of 141 CFM is generic. The reviewed evidence does not confirm a separate smoke CADR.
- Levoit's rating for the Core 300S-P is 219 square feet at 4.8 air changes per hour.
- Rated power is 23 watts, and the published minimum sound level is 22 dB.
- VeSync adds schedules, air-quality readings, remote controls and voice-assistant support.
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Levoit Vital 100S-P | Levoit Core 300S-P | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aggregate CADR | 143 CFM | Small-room Core platform | Higher published output is useful only if your room, surface or workload calls for the extra headroom. It does not, by itself, prove better results. |
| Intake | Front and side | 360-degree | For intake, this shows what the treatment path is designed to catch or reduce, and the upkeep it needs. |
| Prefilter | Removable and washable | Internal, vacuum-cleaned | For prefilter, this shows what the treatment path is designed to catch or reduce, and the upkeep it needs. |
| Depth | 6.3 in | 8.7 in | Fit can be a hard limit, so measure your space and mounting points before anything else. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Levoit Vital 100S-P
- The carbon layer is for routine household smells. It is not meant for ongoing solvent or smoke gases.
With Levoit Core 300S-P
- On the quietest settings airflow is limited, so clearing a smoky room means running a higher speed that's easier to hear.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the air purifiers we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 4 of the 70 models checked meet every need here: “I want it in my bedroom”, “My pets shed all over”, “Floor space is very tight for me”, and “I'll look at air quality on my phone”.
4 models fit, out of 70 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I want it in my bedroom”, “My pets shed all over”, “Floor space is very tight for me”, and “I'll look at air quality on my phone”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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Levoit Vital 100S-P
Fur regularly makes its way to the intake.
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The room suits a round 8.7-inch base better.
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