I'm not sure how much oxygen it can actually produce but looking at it makes me feel good.
The algae turned very dark in only a few weeks so I don't think you can last 2 months between refills. I wish it wasn't so loud
We are so glad that your aerium makes you feel good!
We're always trying to improve the aerium and are upgrading our pump to be much quieter. Once rolled out, only the white noise of the bubbling is audible. We would be happy to put you on the waitlist for the base upgrade if you would like!
Also, for users with more ambient light, they may find that a 30 day growth cycle works better than the 60 day option.
We're glad to hear you are enjoying your aerium and happy to help with anything in the future!
-Dan Fucich, Co-founder
I have 2 Awair Element Air monitors and noticed that when I use my oven the Co2 level would rise to over 1200 ppm. Looked for a solution and found AlgenAir. Doesn’t stop the high levels with the oven but the air quality recovers must faster with the AlgenAir without having to open windows this time of year. Also notice that my Co2 level with me breathing is usually in the 700 ppm range but when I leave home the level drops to the 400 level while I’m away with the house closed up. The AlgenAir works great and the air is noticeably fresher. Thanks. Great invention.
I have nothing but good things to say about our experience so far. We live in a high altitude desert environment and the Aerium has helped add quality, oxygen-rich air to our home which helps us sleep better and helps me stay focused and relaxed at my home office.
Furthermore, the customer support is as good as the product. Every time we have ever needed something, they answer right away with a smile. This product is a win all around.
After trying to sift through a dizzying selection of air filters on the market, I gave the Aerium a chance on the recommendation of a friend ;) After an easy set up following the video tutorial provided on the algenair website, it was off to the raced. In only a few days, I watched my little Algae culture blossom into a brilliant shade of deep green, emitting a bounty of oxygen into my house. It was shortly after that I began noticing the subtle energizing effects during my daily routines. I wake up feeling refreshed and my work from home productivity level has been noticeably boosted.
In short, the Aerium provides a tremendous value for price. You get the Co2 eating, oxygen producing benefits of 25 house plants with out making your house look like the Rain Forest Cafe. I would give the Aerium 6 stars if I could.
Now, for my one criticism. If your cat is anything like mine, you will want to keep your Aerium out of reach. The filter on top of the Aerium is very easy for cats to push in with their little murder mittens so that they can drink the Algae like an apple meow-tini. A piece of clear tape over the top does the trick.
I love seeing the color of the algae change as more and more algae grow! When I get a notification that my algae subscription is being filled, I use the current algae as fertilizer for my plants. Definitely notice a difference in my plants!
Tracking shows "In Transit" in New York since Nov 26.
Will this be updated when it has left NY?
DO you know what the expected delay will be. CHeers
My old apartment was very small and had little ventilation. The aerium really helped to freshen the air and make it less stuffy! It's very easy to set up and the subscription refill makes it easy to maintain. Also LOVE that all the parts are dishwasher safe.
Aerium is perfect to keep the air in my office refreshing. Easy to replace and refill the Algae with the subscription refill replacement packs. Thanks!!
We have had our Aerium now for almost 2 years and love it! The subscription service makes it easy so that whenever the algae is reaching the end of it's life cycle, we receive a fresh new batch of algae and media. It honestly only takes a minute or two to swap out and comes with a new filter. We even use the old algae as compost in our gardens and house plants!
This little green CO2-munching powerhouse is beautifully designed, simple, a centerpiece in my children’s playroom. We only have one right now but planning to get more!
My Aerium is the first thing I see when I come into my house, and it makes me smile every time. A relaxing sound, a pleasant glow, and a reassuring, wholesome presence in my life that reminds me I'm a little healthier and environmentally friendly than I used to be!
Got my Aerium refilled and switched out my tank in about 2 mins. Even used my old algae for fertilizer on my other plants!
In addition to my numerous houseplants, I use an aerium to add some greenery to my home. It always gets some attention when I have people over.
I recently purchased the aerium and couldn't be happier! It was easy to set up, it's quite pleasing to look at (peaceful and relaxing - almost like a lava lamp), and I love that when it's time to change out the algae the old algae can be used to fertilize my garden. It was super easy to put together and arrived within about a week of ordering it. If you're on the fence, just do it! You won't regret it :D
It looks really cool. That's the only reason I got it. I assume I'm breathing better too
I loved my Aerium so much, I bought a second one. A subscription for multiple refills would be nice.
Hello Barton!
Thank you very much for your review! We appreciate customer feedback and introduced the feature for bulk subscriptions. The discount is automatically applied for multiple purchases of the refill boxes.
We hope you continue to enjoy using your aeriums!
Efficacy: Using a continuous CO2 monitor (IQAir AirVisual), the AlgenAir seems to shave off 50-100ppm off my daily peak indoor CO2 readings (750ppm down to 650ppm) — this likely will vary depending on room size and occupancy, but it’s what I got for a small room with one occupant and a minor bit of natural ventilation. Better than a few plants but still not at the levels needed for serious CO2 clearance.
Noise: The pump in this product does generate a noticeable amount of noise (and vibration). The majority of the noise seems to come from the tank vibrating against the base, so this seems like something that could be improved at the design level (using some intermediate dampening material between the two objects, and possible also otherwise isolating the pump from the base enclosure). Noise levels aren’t terrible but probably distracting in a quiet bedroom. The vibration is significant and can be felt on the table it sits on.
PM2.5: My PM2.5 values actually increased significantly after installing this unit. I guess some sort of algae or algae-byproduct gets released into the air? The included filter got wet and probably rendered ineffective despite following instructions on water levels. I think they should include an extra filter or two to work around this issue. My other air filter I already had can keep up with the generated particulate matter so it’s not a big issue (especially because it’s probably not very harmful particles), but of-note.
Overall: In the end, this does reduce CO2 levels more than any plant could, and none of the minuses are deal breakers for me, so I consider it a decent purchase. That said, I think they could make some product improvements. In addition, I’d ideally like another two of them to really get CO2 levels to the desired mark, but then purchasing the algae regularly becomes a notable cost, and the noise would really be annoying, so that’s hard to do at this point. Maybe some bulk algae purchasing discount and/or general price cut there would be nice. Or maybe just a larger product in the first place (aquarium-size? lol).