Quick verdict
If you own a 5510, 5520 or 5530, this is the filter to buy, ideally when Winix or Amazon drops it from $79.99 into the $50–$65 range. Third-party 2-packs cost far less, but their carbon panels are usually much lighter than Winix's pellet bed. If odors are why you bought a Winix, stay genuine; for dust-only use, a well-reviewed compatible set is a reasonable saving.
Ideal for
- Winix 5510, 5520 and 5530 owners
- Households that rely on the carbon stage for cooking, pet or smoke odors
- Owners whose filter light has hit its 12-month reminder
Not ideal for
- Winix 5500-2 owners (that model needs Filter H, 116130)
- Winix 5300-2 and C535 owners (Filter A, 115115)
The full picture
Filter Q, part number 1712-0123-00, is the one-year filter set for Winix's 5510, 5520 and 5530. The genuine set has two panels: a True HEPA filter and an AOC carbon filter filled with granular activated-carbon pellets. Both are rated for 12 months and both are replaced, not washed. That is the key difference from the older 5500-2's Filter H, which has a washable carbon panel and a different size. The washable mesh pre-filter stays in the purifier and is not part of the set.
Winix 5510/5530 Replacement Filter at a glance
- Fits models
- Winix 5510, 5520, 5530 (not 5500-2, 5300-2 or C535)
- Filter type
- Two-panel set: True HEPA + AOC granular activated carbon (carbon not washable)
- Pack size
- 1 True HEPA + 1 AOC carbon (genuine set)
- Filter life (months)
- 12
- Genuine / compatible
- Genuine Winix OEM (third-party Filter Q copies widely sold)
- Notable feature
- Pellet-filled carbon panel; HEPA and carbon can be replaced separately if one wears first
Source: Part number, fit list, contents and 12-month interval from Winix's Filter Q listing and the genuine Amazon listing; non-fit with the 5500-2 from Winix's 5500-2 filter documentation and filter guides; prices from Winix's store and Amazon price history (checked 2026-10-01). Research-based; not hands-on tested.
This is a research-based review — our analysis draws on manufacturer specifications, manuals, warranty terms, and verified owner feedback rather than our own hands-on testing, and we note where a detail couldn't be confirmed. How we review
Pros and cons
What works
- Exact fit for all three current Winix 5510-family models
- Granular AOC carbon panel holds far more carbon than a carbon-dusted wrap
- One set lasts 12 months, so it is one purchase a year
- Frequently discounted from $79.99 to roughly $50–$65
What doesn't
- Carbon panel is disposable, unlike the 5500-2's washable carbon
- At $79.99 list it costs more per year than most small-room filters
- Many third-party listings reuse the 1712-0123-00 number, so check the seller is Winix
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Frequently asked questions
Do the Winix 5510 and 5530 use the same filter?
Yes. The 5510, 5520 and 5530 all use Filter Q, part number 1712-0123-00. Winix's own listing and the genuine Amazon listing name all three models.
Will Filter Q fit the Winix 5500-2?
No. The 5500-2 uses Filter H (116130), which is a different size and has a washable carbon panel. Filter Q is too small for the 5500-2's housing.
Can I wash the carbon filter in Filter Q?
No. Unlike the 5500-2's carbon filter, the AOC carbon panel in Filter Q is meant to be replaced, along with the True HEPA panel, every 12 months. Only the mesh pre-filter on the purifier itself is washable.
How much does a genuine Winix Filter Q cost?
Winix lists it at $79.99. It is often discounted: Winix's store has run it at $49.99, and Amazon's tracked low has been around $63. Third-party 2-packs sell for far less, but their carbon content varies.
How do I reset the filter light after installing Filter Q?
Winix's 5510/5520 manual says to put the pre-filter back, close the front panel, turn the unit on and hold the Filter Reset button for at least 5 seconds until it beeps. The indicator should then go out.