Sharper Image Ionic Breeze GP

by Claire
(Eugene, OR)

Two years ago I purchased one of the larger Ionic Breeze air purifiers from The Sharper Image. We have three cats and two ferrets, so we bought it with the intention of neutralizing their smell.

Our decision to go with Sharper Image was the result of two factors:

1. A good maintenance/warranty plan provided by the store (though it is somewhat expensive to add). You can bring your item back in to the store any time you have a problem with it.

2. We have purchased a number of items from Sharper Image before, and feel that it is a reliable company that sells quality products.

The pros of the product: The Sharper Image Ionic Breeze is exceptionally quiet, so you will barely notice it. In addition this air purifier looks modern and fits in well with our interior, so it does not look like some bulky appliance standing in the middle of your living room.

The Ionic Breeze quickly and efficiently keeps our living room free of pet smells and other unpleasant smells, and the amount of space the device covers is surprisingly large.

The cons of the product: There is very little that I dislike about this product, with the exception of one thing, which some people may consider a serious negative aspect: The emission of ozone. I am uncertain as to whether or not this is actually dangerous to human health.

Clearly there is no immediate health threat, but I am concerned about long term exposure. You can smell the ozone as well, emitted from the Ionic Breeze.

It's a very strange smell, and in small rooms it becomes rather overwhelming. In larger rooms however it's no problem.