16 Best Humidifiers - 2020 Ranking

The cold season sets in, the houses turn on the heating, and the air becomes dry. From this, the skin suffers, health, dry cough may appear, mucous membranes in the nose dry. Houseplants do not do well either. This problem can be solved with a humidifier. It will also help allergy sufferers - the dust becomes less volatile, and it becomes easier for a person with allergic manifestations, especially during the flowering period, to breathe in the literal sense of the word.

The idea of ​​air humidification came to people a long time ago, the first device was patented in 1897, although mass production started much later. It was only in 1963 that Plaston began to produce devices that operated on the principle of kettles: water brought to a boil came out through an opening in the top of the device in the form of steam, humidifying the air. Since then, humidifiers have undergone changes and many manufacturers have introduced them into their range.

Based on peer review, customer feedback and technical features, we've ranked the 16 best humidifiers of 2020.

The best manufacturers of humidifiers

In order for the device to cope with its functions one hundred percent and not break down, it is worth choosing humidifiers of well-known companies, with powerful service support. Top manufacturers try to think about the design of the device, as it usually stands in a conspicuous place in the room. There are both simple inexpensive devices and humidifiers with rich functionality:

Best inexpensive humidifiers

Models of the budget range have the most necessary set of functions. Nothing superfluous, but at the same time the air is humidified, and money is saved. Most of them are inexpensive ultrasonic humidifiers.

Leberg LH-11

Silent and practical ultrasonic air humidifier with energy capacity of 25 W, which perfectly serves 25 sq.m. A 3.5 liter tank is enough for an average of 10 hours of operation with a water flow rate of 320 ml / h. The humidifier is controlled mechanically, there is an auto shut-off function in the absence of water. There is a built-in hygrometer and the possibility of aromatizing the room. The main disadvantage is the shape of the reservoir, it is inconvenient to fill it with water. Some people may be disturbed by the bright LED indicating the operating status at night.

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Ballu UHB-100

A nice inexpensive air humidifier with an original shape that takes up very little space.The disadvantage of this humidifier is a small tank with a volume of 1 liter, but the energy consumption is also small. You can adjust the steam pressure manually. There is a water level indicator, an aromatization function, and when it falls, and when there is little water left, the device automatically turns off. The device works great in small rooms of 8-10 sq. m, and in larger spaces it will be weak. Good for moisturizing a winter garden. Works about 6 hours.

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Royal Clima Sanremo

An excellent budget humidifier with a power of 25 W, according to manufacturers, is able to work effectively in rooms up to 40 square meters. m. A 3 liter tank with a flow rate of 380 ml / h at full capacity is enough for 8 hours of operation, and for less - for 12 or more. There is a compartment for essential oil, the device has an aromatization function. The set comes with a set of filters so that plaque does not form, but to avoid its formation, you can use bottled or filtered water. The humidifier turns off by itself if it falls and there is no water.

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Best ultrasonic humidifiers

Humidifiers in this category belong to the middle price segment. Compared to budget models, they have more features. The membrane vibrating at ultrasonic frequencies is very sensitive, therefore, only filtered water should be poured into ultrasonic humidifiers.

Okami air 710 aqua

Excellent ultrasonic humidifier of the Japanese brand Okami with 4 evaporators and a 24-liter tank. Due to its high performance and large water tank, the humidifier is able to create clean fog in 5 intensity modes and generate negatively charged ions that remove static electricity in the room. Thanks to the automatic modes, the required humidity level can be maintained up to 95%. Okami Air 710 is equipped with an LED display that provides information about temperature and current humidity level. The humidifier weighs 5.1 kg, but thanks to the 4 built-in wheels, the device is easy to move around the house. Thanks to its ergonomic design and modern design, the Okami humidifier blends in well with any décor. The device works silently, so you can use it both during the day and at night while sleeping. A remote control is also included with the humidifier.

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Electrolux EHU-3710D / 3715D

Good humidifier of the Swedish brand with a power of 110 watts. The device has a 5 liter tank, which is enough for a day of uninterrupted operation. Due to the high maximum flow rate of 450 ml / h, the device can humidify large rooms up to 45 sq. m. Control is completely electronic, there is a remote control, and a timer allows you to program the required operating time. The humidifier is equipped with a demineralizing cartridge and a hygrostat. The functionality has been expanded by ionization, aromatization, and a UV lamp. There is an antibacterial coating inside the tank. The humidifier has five operating modes, three colors backlighting, the blowing direction is adjustable. The water level is not visible, and there is not enough backlighting at night - in the dark, the buttons have to be pressed at random.

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Royal clima lauro

A very original Venetian-style air humidifier that will adorn any interior. In addition to beauty, it also has excellent functionality. With only 30 watts of electricity consumption and a full load of the 5-liter tank, the device lasts 14 hours of operation. The humidifier is electronically controlled and has a remote control. From the functions there is a night and automatic mode of operation, aromatization. Thanks to the filter, you can fill in tap water, but bottled water can be used without it. For ease of use, the humidifier tank has a side window for controlling the water level and a convenient carrying handle. The steam is ejected quite strongly and condensation does not form around the appliance.

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Xiaomi JSQ01ZM

An excellent humidifier from a Chinese manufacturer of high-quality assembly, made of good materials. Power consumption is 24 W, consumption is 200 ml / h, and with these indicators, water is enough for 8 hours. A device with a 2.25L tank can effectively humidify a room up to 30 sq. m. Controlled using an electronic panel on the body, which has an indication of the inclusion and low water level. When purchasing this humidifier, take care of purchasing an adapter, as it comes with a Chinese plug out of the box.

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The best steam humidifiers for an apartment

Steam humidifiers operate on hot steam and have a high energy content required to heat water. Humidification with such devices is more efficient and faster than other types, but you should not place the steam device next to the plants. It is necessary to accurately calculate all the data, this is not the case where more powerful is better; if you take too powerful a humidifier into a small room, you risk getting the effect of a bath. Almost all steam devices raise the room temperature by 2-3 degrees, and it's up to you to decide whether it's a minus or plus.

Beurer LB 50

A good mechanical steam humidifier of German origin with a large 5 liter tank. The power consumption of the device is 380 W. Effectively humidifies rooms up to 50 sq. m, that is, on average, one device is enough for a two-room apartment. The steam comes out warm, it is impossible to get burned by it. Quite noisy - in addition to the general noise of work, it periodically gives out a gurgle. The control is as simple as possible - two on and off buttons. There are no additional functions, but the humidifier copes with its main task perfectly. Unlike ultrasonic ones, it does not leave a white coating, it is also easy to maintain - there is only one air filter in the design. But there is no hygrometer, so it is better to purchase it separately. When the humidifier runs out of water, the auto-off function is triggered.

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Boneco S250

An excellent compact air humidifier with a minimalist design, made of high quality odorless plastic. The steam is warm, burns are excluded. A 3.5 liter tank is enough for almost a day of continuous operation. Power consumption 260 W, which is not much for a steam humidifier. There is a function of aromatization, auto-shutdown when tilted, falling or lack of water.The control is electronic, there is a timer, and the display is dimmed at night so as not to interfere with sleep. The self-descaling function is effective, and there is a smartphone app to remind you to turn it on. Serviced area - 30 sq. m. Water is filled in simply, the control is also intuitive. Of the minuses, one can name quite expensive maintenance - the manufacturer declares the need for monthly replacement of the softening filter and cleaning with powder to remove scale once every two weeks.

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Chicco humi advance

A nice little humidifier from an Italian manufacturer of baby products is designed for a nursery. The rounded shape and cute pattern with clouds will perfectly fit into the room for the child. Works continuously for 7 hours, has the function of aromatization and auto-shutdown when overturning and lack of water. The power consumption is large enough for such a kid - 300 watts. A big plus of this humidifier is almost silent operation, you can turn it on even with a child sleeping in the room. There is no hygrostat and hygrometer, so it is better to buy the latter separately to monitor the humidity level.

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The best humidifiers with ionizer

Humidifiers with an ionizer will show themselves well in rooms where there is a lot of electronic equipment (TVs, computers), since when the air is ionized, static electricity is eliminated, the atmosphere is saturated with ions with a negative charge, like after a thunderstorm, it is cleared of allergens, soot, dust. All this settles on the furniture, so wet cleaning will have to be done more often. Ionization is switched on for several tens of minutes a day. Some consider this a marketing gimmick and do not see the effect of it, but people suffering from allergies note that they really breathe easier in the room after ionization.

Ballu UHB-990

A neat, cute ultrasonic humidifier with a large 5.8L tank that lasts 12 hours at maximum power. Electronic control, it is possible to control the device remotely using the remote control and set the timer. The device works silently, you can perform aromatization and ionization of the room, adjust the intensity of evaporation and the direction of blowing steam. The humidifier will turn off abnormally if it falls or tilts strongly, it will turn off even in the absence of water. Equipped with hygrostat, demineralizing cartridge and antibacterial filter.

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Polaris PUH 8505 TFD

Ultrasonic inexpensive humidifier of a Russian brand with factories in China. Very economical in terms of energy consumption - with a 5 liter tank and a water flow rate of 400 ml / h, it consumes only 25 watts. The device is controlled mechanically, there is a display and a timer. Duration of uninterrupted work - 40 hours. There is a power adjustment and an automatic mode, the water filling system is located on top, it is very simple.The built-in hygrometer shows high humidity; for more accurate readings, you need to buy a separate hygrometer and place it away from the device. The direction of the steam is not adjustable. There is a function of ionization, aromatization, disinfection with a UV lamp.

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The best air humidifiers for a nursery

There are criteria for humidifiers in a nursery. They do not have to serve a large area, but the presence of antibacterial filters will be a plus. Only filtered osmosis water should be poured into children's humidifiers so that white bloom does not fall out. It is advisable that the humidifier operates at a low noise level and does not interfere with the baby's sleep. The devices are designed with the baby in mind, they often look like toys.

CS Medica KIDS CS-19h

A cute little ultrasonic air humidifier with a 1.2L tank, designed in the shape of a bear, effectively humidifies a room up to 18 square meters. m. The device is qualitatively assembled, has an unobtrusive backlight, automatically turns off when the water runs out. You need to be careful when installing the container, if you put it a little wrong, it will leak. The humidifier is absolutely silent, will not disturb the baby's sleep. Use only filtered water to avoid limescale deposits. There is an adjustment of the intensity of evaporation.

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Ballu UHB-270 M Winnie Pooh

Excellent ultrasonic humidifier in the form of Winnie the Pooh with mechanical control and a tank volume of 3 liters. Not silent, but quiet, the sound of work does not bother either day or night. The device works on an area of ​​up to 20 square meters. m, and it is enough for almost a day. The optimal set of functions, there is nothing superfluous. The low water level indicator reminds you to top up, but even if you forgot to do it, it's okay, the humidifier will automatically turn off without water. The manufacturer took into account that the bear will interest the child - the quality of the device is at its best, the game is not scary for him.

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The best humidifiers with air purification function

An air humidifier is a device that is popularly called an air washer. Such humidifiers are equipped with different types of filters and for effective operation they must drive air through themselves several times per hour, therefore, when choosing an air purifier, take into account the volume of the room in cubic meters.

Winia AWM-40

Reliable Korean machine with natural humidification and a tank volume of 9 liters. The price is quite low for its class. It moisturizes a room up to 28 square meters well, and even a child can handle simple controls. It has three fan modes, and even at the maximum it blows out the air quite quietly. Water is easily poured and the reservoir is rinsed. Air purification capacity - 150 cubic meters per hour. There is ionization, indication of inclusion, low water level, filter contamination. Electronic control, you can set the timer.

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Leberg LW-20

An excellent air humidifier with a nice design and a 6.2 liter tank. Moisturizes rooms up to 28 sq. m, power consumption is 15 W.The control of the device is electronic, there is an indication of a low water level, and when it is turned on, the device automatically turns off. There are problems with this sensor - a fairly frequent marriage, when the indicator lights up when the tank is full. The materials are of high quality, but the assembly sometimes suffers - it remains flaky. But the humidifier is equipped with a hygrostat, which eliminates the need for manual adjustment. Evaporation rate is adjustable, there is an air ionization function.

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