Have you seen those Facebook Ads for MagAir mold remover? They called it a “breakthrough negative ionizer,” claiming it could wipe out black mold just by plugging it into your wall.
As a mom trying to keep a mold-prone bathroom clean, safe, and breathable, I quickly placed an order. Here’s my honest no-BS review.
About MagAir Mold Remover
MagAir is marketed as an advanced mold removal gadget that supposedly emits 20 million negative ions per second to “eliminate black mold spores from the air.” It’s filterless, whisper-quiet, doesn’t require any cleaning or refilling, and is sold as the ultimate no-effort solution to mold. Just plug it in and let the ions do the work.
The website practically screamed: “Fight mold before it fights you!” The video ads were intense—cutting from mold-infested walls to sparkling white ceilings, all thanks to this tiny plug-in device.
My experience using MagAir Black Mold Remover
It arrived in two weeks—a small, plastic plug-in device that looked suspiciously familiar. When I say familiar, I mean identical to those $10 “negative ion air purifiers” you find buried deep on Amazon, usually under generic names like “PureZone” or “CleanAir Mini.”
Still, I decided to give it a fair test. Our bathroom ceiling has been playing host to a cluster of black mold thanks to poor ventilation (thanks, rental apartment life). I plugged MagAir in, waited a few days, and… nothing. No visual difference. No change in smell. Definitely no mold disappearing act.
Sure, the air smelled slightly fresher in the immediate area, but that’s about as much as a scented candle could’ve done. It’s essentially a basic air ionizer—not a mold remover. No real filtration, no active mold-killing ability, and absolutely no magic.
I moved it to the hallway, then to the kitchen, thinking maybe it needed better circulation or time. Still nothing. No mold disappearing, no sudden clarity in the air, and certainly no “20 million negative ions per second” miracle.
After sometime, the product shorted and almost cost fire in my house. So, apart from not working, the Mag Air is a fire hazard.
Is It a Scam?
The short answer? Yes. At least in how it’s marketed.
Here’s why: the MagAir is sold under the illusion that it “removes mold from the air,” but it doesn’t. What it does is emit a small amount of negative ions, which might slightly reduce airborne particles. That’s not the same as killing mold spores or removing existing mold from surfaces.
They also position it as an exclusive technology, when in reality, this exact device is sold under countless generic names online. Same product. Drastically inflated price. Misleading claims. Minimal actual functionality.
Mold is a serious health hazard—linked to chronic cough, asthma, headaches, skin irritation, and long-term lung problems. For a product to suggest it handles mold while doing virtually nothing is not just misleading—it’s dangerous.
This isn’t just a case of poor performance—it’s intentional misrepresentation.
What Actually Works for Removing Mold?
If you’re dealing with mold (especially black mold), don’t rely on MagAir. Here’s what actually works which you can find on Amazon.com:
Concrobium Mold Control Spray
A proven mold killer that crushes it at the roots—no bleach, no harsh chemicals. Works on wood, drywall, tile, and fabric.
White Vinegar Spray
Good old vinegar kills 80% of mold species. Spray directly, let it sit for at least an hour, then scrub. Super budget-friendly.
Dehumidifiers
If you live in a humid climate or have poor ventilation, investing in a dehumidifier is essential. Mold loves moisture.
Final Thoughts
The MagAir Mold Remover is just another overhyped plug-in wrapped in scientific-sounding fluff. It doesn’t remove mold. It doesn’t prevent mold. It barely even purifies the air. And yet it’s being sold at premium prices while the real version is sitting quietly on Amazon for a fraction of the cost.
If you’re dealing with mold in your home, skip the gimmicks and go for solutions that work. Your health—and your wallet—will thank you.
Looking for mold removal that actually gets the job done? I’ll drop my top Amazon picks in the next post.
Until then, stay fresh, stay skeptical, and never trust a gadget that promises miracles with a blinking blue light.
Dear Judith….Thank you for your honest review of MagAir mold remover. I was interested in purchasing a couple units until I read your review. We are all looking for easy solutions. But, paying the price, and they just don’t work, is frustrating. So, in my case, thank you for your Brutal review. I will hold off purchasing for now. However, is there anything you would recommend, spray wise, that will spray on and dissolved mold on concrete basement wall that I cannot reach to scrub?
I mentioned the Concrobium 25326CAL Mold Control Spray on my review. It’s available on Amazon, and reviews are great. I’ll be trying it soon. Let me just save up little money. I’ve exhausted my spending budget for the month.
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HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS GREAT AS WELL AS THE PRODUCT JIM HUMBLE USES TO TREAT MANY DISEASES AND IT IS CALLED SODIUM CHLORITE, IT IS USED AS AN INDUSTRIAL PURIFIER, AND IS SAFE AND NON TOOXIC UNLIKE CHLORINE, DO YOUR RESEARCH ON IT AND AS FAR AS THE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, I USE 30 % FOOD GRADE , YOU CAN USE IT IN MANY HEALTH APPLICATIONS AND DILUTE IT WITH DISTILLED WATER FOR CERTAIN APPLICATIONS .. JUST DO SOME RESEASRCH AND YOU SHOULD FIND OUT THERE ARE NATURAL HEALTHY WAYS TO TRULY IMPROVE HEALTH AND CURE ILLNESSES WITHOUT ANY NEGATIVE SIDE AFFECTS.. THERE IS A CHANNEL ON RUMBLE DEDICATED TO SODIUM CHLORITE AND SOMETIMES CALLED MMS = MIRACLE MINERAL SOLUTION , ALL MY BEST AND MAY GOD GUIDE AND LEAD YOU AND BLESS YOU IN YOUR QUEST FOR TRUTH AND SOLUTIONS..
Thank you so much for your review. Thank goodness I had the wherewithal to look up reviews. Even then we have to be judicious since the maker can post his own.
Thanks for the useful information. I don’t have idea for mold, but a simple box fan and ~$20 HEPA filter (any hardware store) will clean air in a room. HEPA air filter removes dust, pollen, mold, bacteria, and any airborne particles with a size of 0.3 microns (µm). Place filter upstream of fan to avoid collecting dirt on fan. Run fan on slow speed. Replace filter when it becomes dirty. I can provide picture of very simple DIY.
Thanks for the tips about DIY HEOA filtering, they sound smart.
But there is a distinction between chemical agents (ionizers and oxidizers) and filters. Filters wait until a substance has left the walls to attack it. Thus they are playing defense. Offence is stronger. A strong oxidizer attacks stuff growing on (or maybe deep in) the walls. Has a better chance of suppressing mold, for example. Different goals are possible.
James. What are you suggesting for deep in wall mold and please show photo proof f a HEPA filter attached IN FRONT ? Of a box fan Thankyou !
Snoops posted your review and I have grown to trust Snoop. Thank you for the post and tips.
A Pastpr told me he put plain ol. Charcoal brickets in big aluminum pans that a renter told h about as there was mold on basement walls he rented to her. He put the large aluminum pans with charcoal along the floor nx to the walls. The mold came OFF THE WALLS I tried it on different areas it worked. Some say use certain specidl charcoal but I used a natural charcoal. Without chemicals. Or specidl additives The mild in attic got better it came off the old rotting window sills amazing put as close to mold as possible I did