Top 5 Best Room Humidifiers
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Humidifier |
Winix Humidipur AW600 |
Boneco U650 |
Boneco 7145 |
Luma Comfort HC12 |
Venta LW25 |
Coverage (Sq ft / m2) |
600 / 56 |
650 / 60 |
600 / 56 |
650 / 60 |
400 / 37 |
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Humidifier Technology |
Air washer |
Ultrasonic |
Ultrasonic |
Ultrasonic |
Air washer |
Type of humidifier |
Cool mist |
Cool mist, warm mist |
Cool mist |
Cool mist |
Cool mist |
Moisture output per 24h (Gallons/liters) |
3.17 / 12 |
3.5 / 13.2 |
3 / 11.3 |
2.5 / 9.5 |
3 / 11.4 |
Tank size (gallons/liters) |
1.85 / 7 |
1.75 / 6.6 |
3 / 11.3 |
1.19 / 4.5 |
3 / 11.4 |
Run time per tank |
14 hours |
12 hours |
24 hours |
11 hours |
24 hours |
Removable tank |
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Water refill indicator |
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Humidistat |
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Humidity range |
30% – 70% |
30% – 80% |
30% – 80% |
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Humidity display |
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Mist output control |
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Control type |
Electronic |
Electronic |
Manual |
Electronic |
Electronic |
Programmable timer |
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Automatic safety shutoff |
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Carrying handle |
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Casters |
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Remote control |
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Filters |
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Filter price |
$40 |
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Filter cleaning and (or) replace |
Replace seasonally |
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Germ protection |
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Demineralization cartridge |
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Yes |
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Noise level |
44dB |
25dB |
Nearly silent, max 25dB |
Nearly silent |
24-45dB |
Energy usage (max) |
17W |
125W |
45W |
35W |
8W |
Voltage |
120V |
120V |
120V |
120V |
120V |
Size (inches / centimeters) |
Height: 17.7 / 45 Width: 13.4 / 34 Depth: 13.4 / 34 |
Height: 14 / 35.5 Width: 9.5 / 24 Depth: 11 / 28 |
Height: 12.2 / 31 Width: 10.3 / 26 Depth: 9.5 / 24 |
Height: 43.5 / 110.5 Width: 8.9 / 22.5 Depth: 8.9 / 22.5 |
Height: 11.8 / 30 Width: 11.8 / 30 Depth: 13 / 33 |
Weight (pounds / kg) |
15.4 / 7 |
8.8 / 4 |
6.6 / 3 |
6.3 / 2.9 |
8.5 / 3.9 |
Warranty |
2 year limited |
3 year limited |
3 year limited |
1 year limited |
2 year limited |
Pros |
+Stylish, well made +A combined HEPA/carbon filter +CleanCel antibacterial discs +Plasmawave technology on/off +LED display, humidistat, refill indicator, mist output +Control panel lock +Energy efficient +Easy water refill |
+Modern design +Warm and cool mist +Water refill indicator +Humidistat, humidity display +Mist output control +Timer +Dimmer control +Auto mode, sleep mode +Cleaning indicator +Hydro cell, demineralization cartridge +Rotating mist outlet +Brush |
+ Modern, sleek design + Low water indicator + Mist control, humidistat + Large water tank + High moisture output + Very quiet + Silver stick, + Brush |
+Sleek vase design, beautiful +Adjustable height +8 mist output settings +Low water indicator +Memory function +Remote control +Demineralization cartridge |
+Humidifies and purifies the air + No filters + Low water indicator + Uses only 8W energy +Any water type can be used + Large tank size + German quality |
Cons |
–Have to replace HEPA/carbon filter annually –Could be more fan speeds –Requires to change the water daily |
–The Warm mist is more like a lukewarm –Have to set new settings every time after refill –Have to replace demineralization cartridge and hydro cell regularly |
–Have to replace demineralization cartridge and silver stick regularly –The filling process could be easier –The base has no grips |
–Low water indicator may come on when it still has water –Controlling the unit without the remote takes much longer –The adjustable pieces have to push firmly |
–Accessories are sold separately –Quite expensive –Need to buy Venta water treatment additive |
Overall Rating (max 5) |
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15% Price/performance |
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5% Design |
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35% Performance |
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10% Noise level |
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20% Maintenance & Upkeep |
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Conclusions, recommendations |
IndoorBreathing’s choice |
Winix AW600 is stylish, well made. It has a combined HEPA/carbon filter, CleanCel antibacterial discs, Plasmawave technology on/off, LED display, humidistat, refill indicator, mist output control, timer, auto mode, sleep mode, control panel lock. Energy-efficient. Easy water refill.
Boneco U650 has a modern design, warm and cool mist, water refill indicator, humidistat, humidity display, mist output control, timer, dimmer control, auto mode, sleep mode, cleaning indicator, hydro cell, a demineralization cartridge, rotating mist outlet, brush.
Boneco 7145 has a modern, sleek design, low water indicator, mist control, humidistat, large water tank. High moisture output, very quiet, a silver stick, a demineralization cartridge, brush.
Luma Comfort HC12 has a sleek vase design, beautiful, adjustable height, 8 mist output settings, low water indicator, memory function, remote control, demineralization cartridge.
Venta LW25 humidifies and purifies the air with no filters. It uses only 8W power. It can be used any water, large tank size—German quality.