Levoit LAP-C511S-WUS vs Coway AP-2023K
A spec-only comparison using ENERGY STAR certification data. We have not tested either unit, and features like noise, filter price and build quality are not covered here.
- Cleaning speed: the Coway AP-2023K has the higher smoke CADR (302 vs 301 cfm, 0% more).
- Running cost: the Levoit LAP-C511S-WUS uses less electricity per ENERGY STAR (194 kWh/yr), about $15.20/yr less at the U.S. average rate (estimate).
- Room size: by AHAM's 2/3 rule, up to about 452 sq ft vs 453 sq ft.
Both sit in ENERGY STAR data as Large rooms (250–349 cfm) units by smoke CADR. Listed differences: only the Levoit LAP-C511S-WUS is listed as connected (app/Wi-Fi); only the Levoit LAP-C511S-WUS meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria. Over 5 years at the U.S. average rate, the electricity difference is about $75.99 (estimate).
| Levoit LAP-C511S-WUS | Coway AP-2023K | |
|---|---|---|
| Smoke CADR (cfm) | 301 | 302 |
| Dust CADR (cfm) | 298 | 309 |
| Pollen CADR (cfm) | 319 | 358 |
| ENERGY STAR room size | 467 sq ft | 468 sq ft |
| AHAM 2/3-rule room size | 452 sq ft | 453 sq ft |
| Annual energy | 194 kWh | 277 kWh |
| Est. electricity/yr (U.S. avg) | $35.52 | $50.72 |
| Smoke CADR per watt | 9.26 | 6.36 |
| Ozone (reported) | 0 ppb | 0 ppb |
| Technology | Fan and Filter | Fan and Filter |
| Filters listed | HEPA-Type | HEPA-Type |
| Auto mode | None | None |
| Connected | Yes | No |
| Most Efficient | Yes | No |
| Source | ENERGY STAR record 4682774 | ENERGY STAR record 4005742 |
Purchase price and filter cost are not included (data gap). Electricity estimates use 18.31¢/kWh (EIA).
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