AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S Air Purifier
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AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S Air Purifier (Maximum Smoke Filtration)
airflow
(5" deep bed)
at 0.1 microns
The AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S is the most heavy-duty smoke-focused purifier in the Pro 5 line, built for spaces where smoke isn't an occasional nuisance but an ongoing indoor air problem. It pairs the deepest carbon bed AllerAir builds into the Pro 5 chassis with a tar-trapping pre-filter designed specifically for sticky smoke residue.
It runs a 5-inch activated carbon bed holding 26 to 27 pounds of a fixed smoke-tuned carbon blend, paired with a Super HEPA filter that captures particles down to 0.1 microns. That combination targets tobacco and cigar smoke, wildfire smoke drifting indoors, wood smoke, and the lingering odors and tar residue that follow smoke around a room long after the haze clears.
How the Pro 5 Ultra S Compares: Pro 5 HDS vs Pro 5 Ultra S
Both are purpose-built smoke units with a tar-trapping pre-filter and a fixed carbon blend, not a choice between Exec and Vocarb. They separate on carbon depth. The Pro 5 HDS carries a 3.5" bed for serious, regular smoke exposure. The Pro 5 Ultra S carries a full 5" bed, the deepest smoke configuration AllerAir builds into the Pro 5 chassis, for the heaviest and most persistent smoke problems.
| Pro 5 HDS | Pro 5 Ultra S THIS MODEL |
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|---|---|---|
| Best for | Regular smoke exposure | The heaviest, most persistent smoke problems |
| Carbon filter | 3.5" bed, 21-23 lb | 5" bed, 26-27 lb |
| Tar-trapping pre-filter | Yes | Yes |
| Particle filter | Super HEPA (99.99% at 0.1 micron) | Super HEPA (99.99% at 0.1 micron) |
| Airflow | 400 CFM | 400 CFM |
| Coverage | 1,500 sq ft | 1,500 sq ft |
| Sound level (low) | 39 dB | 39 dB |
| Warranty | 5yr labor / 10yr parts | 5yr labor / 10yr parts |
| Price from | $722.98 | $892.98 |
Choose the Pro 5 Ultra S when smoke is a daily, ongoing problem, not an occasional one, and you want the deepest carbon bed AllerAir builds into a smoke-specific Pro 5 unit. The Pro 5 HDS is the better call if your smoke exposure is real but lighter, since it costs less for the same tar-trapping pre-filter and Super HEPA.
Want to choose your own carbon blend instead of a fixed smoke-tuned mix? The Pro 5 Ultra carries the same 5" bed with a choice between Exec and Vocarb carbon. Need the same smoke protection for a larger room? Look at the Pro 6 Ultra S and its 560 CFM airflow.
Coverage is based on 8-ft ceilings and AllerAir's recommended two air changes per hour. AllerAir sizes its units by room volume, so contact us if you want help matching a unit to your space. Sound levels vary by fan speed.
Is the AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S Right for You?
The Pro 5 Ultra S is for homes, apartments, and shared spaces where smoke is the actual, ongoing problem, and a lighter smoke unit hasn't kept up.
It's an especially strong fit if you:
✔Deal with tobacco or cigar smoke on a regular basis, in your own space or drifting in from neighbors
✔Live in a wildfire-prone region where smoke season brings heavy, sustained indoor infiltration
✔Burn a wood stove or fireplace and want to keep smoke odor and tar from building up indoors
✔Have tried a lighter smoke purifier and found it wasn't enough
✔Want the most carbon and the strongest tar protection AllerAir builds into a Pro 5 smoke unit
Great fit for:
✔Bedrooms, living rooms, and dens up to 1,500 sq ft
✔Smoking lounges and shared common areas
✔Homes with a wood-burning stove or fireplace
✔Wildfire regions during smoke season
✔Apartments where secondhand smoke travels in from neighboring units
What the AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S Removes
Particles & Allergens (Super HEPA)
Air passes through a Super HEPA filter certified to capture 99.99% of airborne particles down to 0.1 microns:
- Fine smoke particles, including the smallest particulate from tobacco, wood, and wildfire smoke
- Pollen and seasonal allergens, common triggers for allergy and asthma
- Pet dander, the airborne skin flakes from cats and dogs
- Mold spores, captured before they settle and spread
- Ultrafine particles in the 0.1 to 0.3 micron range
Smoke, Tar & Odors (Tar-Trap + Activated Carbon)
Before air reaches the HEPA, it passes through a tar-trapping pre-filter and a 5-inch bed holding 26 to 27 pounds of activated carbon, the deepest smoke-specific bed in the Pro 5 line:
- Tar particles, the sticky residue smoke leaves behind, caught before it reaches the main filters
- Smoke odor from tobacco, cigars, wood smoke, and wildfire infiltration
- VOCs and airborne chemicals that ride along with smoke and household fumes
- Everyday household odors from cooking, pets, and cleaning products
Good to know: the Ultra S ships with one fixed carbon blend tuned for smoke, not a choice between Exec and Vocarb. If you want to pick your own carbon blend for a broader mix of VOCs and chemicals instead, the Pro 5 Ultra carries the same 5" bed with that choice.
Key Design Features
5" Deep-Bed Activated Carbon
The deepest smoke-specific carbon bed in the Pro 5 line, holding 26 to 27 pounds of media for maximum tar, VOC, and odor adsorption.
Tar-Trapping Pre-Filter
A pre-filter built specifically to capture sticky tar residue from smoke before it can clog the carbon and Super HEPA filters.
Super HEPA Wrap
Certified to 99.99% at 0.1 microns, it wraps the carbon canister and catches the fine smoke particles a standard HEPA filter lets through more often.
400 CFM of Airflow
Moves the same volume of air as the rest of the Pro 5 line, so it cycles a room of up to 1,500 sq ft several times an hour.
Variable Speed Control
Run it higher when smoke is heaviest and lower it for quieter, continuous operation the rest of the time.
Optional UV-C Germicidal Lamp
Add a 10-watt UV-C lamp if you want an extra layer of treatment on top of filtration. It's a supplement to the carbon and HEPA, not a replacement for them.
Compact Housing on Wheels
At 20.5 inches high and 15 inches across, the Pro 5 Ultra S is the same footprint as the rest of the Pro 5 line and rolls on four caster wheels, so you can move it near the source of smoke.
Colors & Options
The Pro 5 Ultra S ships with one fixed smoke-tuned carbon blend and a tar-trapping pre-filter built in. You just pick your color and whether you want the UV-C lamp:
- Colors: White, Black, and Sandstone, all at the same price.
- Optional UV-C lamp: a 10-watt germicidal lamp for added treatment. It's an added-cost option.
Maintenance & Filter Life
The Pro 5 Ultra S is built to run continuously in smoke-heavy environments, and filters can load faster here than in ordinary household use:
- Tar-trap pre-filter: replace every 2 to 3 months, sooner if smoke exposure is heavy
- Super HEPA filter: every 1 to 2 years, best changed together with the carbon filter
- Carbon filter: every 2 to 3 years, with a 5-year shelf life
- UV-C lamp (if fitted): every 16,000 hours, or once a year
The pre-filter changes in seconds. For the main Super HEPA and carbon filters, you turn the unit off, unplug it, and open the base with a screwdriver to lift the filters out. AllerAir recommends running the unit 24/7 on a low setting and placing it near the source of smoke for best results.
Genuine replacement filters for the Pro 5 Ultra S are available right here at Pure Indoor Living.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the tar-trapping pre-filter actually do?
Smoke carries sticky tar residue that a regular pre-filter isn't built to handle well. The tar-trap pre-filter on the Ultra S catches that residue before it reaches the carbon and Super HEPA filters, so those main filters stay cleaner longer and keep doing their job instead of getting gummed up early. It's the reason a smoke-specific unit outperforms a general-purpose purifier in a smoke-heavy room.
How is the Pro 5 Ultra S different from the Pro 5 HDS?
Both use a tar-trapping pre-filter, Super HEPA, and the same 400 CFM airflow. The difference is carbon depth. The Pro 5 HDS carries a 3.5" bed with 21 to 23 pounds of carbon. The Pro 5 Ultra S carries a 5" bed with 26 to 27 pounds, the deepest smoke configuration in the Pro 5 line. Choose the HDS for regular smoke exposure, and the Ultra S when smoke is a daily, heavy, ongoing problem.
Why doesn't the Ultra S let me choose Exec or Vocarb carbon?
The Ultra S ships with one fixed carbon blend that AllerAir tunes specifically for smoke, tar, and the odors that come with it, so there's no Exec/Vocarb choice to make. If you want that choice and a broader mix of VOC and chemical control, the Pro 5 Ultra carries the same 5" carbon depth with Exec and Vocarb options.
Should I get the Pro 5 Ultra S or the Pro 6 Ultra S?
They use the same 5" carbon bed, tar-trapping pre-filter, and Super HEPA. The difference is airflow and size. The Pro 5 Ultra S moves 400 CFM in a 20.5-inch cabinet, sized for rooms up to 1,500 sq ft. The Pro 6 Ultra S moves 560 CFM in a taller cabinet for rooms up to 2,000 sq ft. If your smoke-affected room is larger, the Pro 6 Ultra S is the better fit.
Do I need the UV-C lamp?
For most homes, no. The Pro 5 Ultra S does its real work through the tar-trap pre-filter, carbon, and Super HEPA filters, and those handle smoke, tar, and particles on their own. The optional 10-watt UV-C lamp adds a supplementary layer of germicidal treatment if you specifically want it, but it isn't required for the unit to filter effectively.
How loud is it?
The Pro 5 Ultra S runs at 39 dB on its lowest speed, quiet enough for most people to sleep near, and 62 dB on high when you want to clear smoke fast. The variable-speed control lets you set it anywhere in between.
Can I run it 24/7?
Yes, it's built for continuous operation, which is how AllerAir recommends using it in smoke-heavy spaces. The Pro 5 Ultra S draws 1.3 amps at 115 volts on high, and less on the lower speeds you'll use most of the time. Running it continuously on low near the smoke source is the most effective way to use it.
Does the Pro 5 Ultra S produce ozone?
No. The Pro 5 Ultra S cleans air by filtration: a tar-trap pre-filter, a deep activated-carbon bed, and Super HEPA. There's no ionizer and no ozone-generating process. The optional UV-C germicidal lamp doesn't generate ozone either.
Where do I get replacement filters?
Genuine AllerAir replacement filters for the Pro 5 Ultra S, including the tar-trap pre-filter, are available here at Pure Indoor Living. The pre-filter changes every 2 to 3 months, the Super HEPA every 1 to 2 years, and the carbon filter every 2 to 3 years.
What's the warranty?
The Pro 5 Ultra S comes with AllerAir's 10-year limited warranty. That covers repair of defective components for 5 years from delivery, including labor, plus an additional 5 years on parts. Expendable items like pre-filters and filters aren't covered, and the warranty is for the original purchaser.
Is this a medical device?
No. The AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Ultra S is a residential and commercial air purifier for general indoor air quality. It's not a medical device and isn't intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.
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