Aerostar 20x25x1 MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter, AC Furnace Air Filter
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About Aerostar 20x25x1 MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter, AC Furnace Air Filter
Overall Feedback:
72% positive
65% praised for improving indoor air quality, but 35% didn't notice a difference
I run the furnace fan all night to improve the room air quality and expect the 3M filters to last three times longer than the Aerostar ones.
I compared the quality of the filter and found it to be trash.
66% liked its compatibility, but 34% had issues with compatibility
I find that the filter fits snugly compared to the 3M ones and is a bit harder to insert.
I questioned the compatibility of the filter by stating that the filter media and pleat arrangement was the same in both MERV 9 and MERV 13 filters. It is unlikely that both met MERV 13 standards.
The filter is too flimsy for my system.
The cardboard frame is made of thin paper and it caused the filter to crinkle and bend up while installing it in the air intake.
66% found it easy to install and replace, but 34% had difficulties
I found the installation a bit difficult due to the cardboard frame not being sturdy enough.
I tried to install the filter and noticed that it is flimsy. The cardboard frame is made from very thin paper and getting it into the bottom of my air intake caused the entire filter to crinkle and bend up.
65% liked the long-lasting filter, while 35% thought it needed frequent replacements
Under tough conditions, I found that the filters improved the air quality inside my house and lasted for about 30 days.
I had to spend extra money on better filters that last longer than this one, indicating that its longevity is not up to my expectations.
After switching to these filters, my 5 year old HVAC system went down within three days of replacing the filter.
66% appreciated its high filtration efficiency, while 34% thought it was mediocre
I found that the filters offer similar performance to the expensive ones, but there are some caveats.
Our Aerostar filters turn light brown in color much faster than the 3M filters, indicating they may not be as efficient in filtration.
The filter bent on both sides going in, resulting in air flowing around the side of the filter and defeating its purpose.
I compared the surface area and filtering capacity of the two filters and found that Aerostar filter has much less than Filtrete filter.
67% appreciated the quieter operation, but 33% didn't notice a difference
The filters worked perfectly with my fans, even though they were designed for furnaces and AC units.
The filter dimensions are different from the normal filter, causing a loose fit and loud whistling noises when the furnace kicks on.
