Evaporative Humidifier Stainless Steel 15 Gallon Review

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(More customer reviews)In my quest to replace the fake woodgrain 1970s-vintage Sears whole house humidifier that we've used for years, I first purchased an EssickAir (Bemis) TD6-710. The unit had all the looks, size, and features we wanted - a really slick machine. The only problem was that it was severely design-flawed.
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There is nothing on the market as sleek-looking as that unit. It's sad that it is so flawed. The hardware store was gracious to take it back used and unboxed, and they decided to return all 3 units they still had back to the manufacturer.

Wal-Mart had the Boston Innovative Products EH-01-342 for $109, so we picked one up. This unit doesn't have the electronic humidity meters, out-of-water indicator, or super-easy refill of the EssickAir, but it is solidly built and so far does not overflow the water basin like the EssickAir. There are 2 two-gallon containers in it for water. Each has a handle for ease of carrying. Getting them out involves removal of a pop-out screen in the back of the unit, so you don't have the convenience of frontfill. The 3-speed evaporator fan in typically noisy, even on the lowest setting. Cold air blows out the front of the unit, making placement of it in the room a concern of comfort. The unit is taller but narrower that those boxy larger units, making it a little less invasive. Time will tell how it fits into our home. I may update this in a few weeks with further experience.

2-1-07 Update
After using this machine for a little while, one thing I cannot understand. Why doesn't it have an out-of-water indicator? It seems crazy that you have to attune your ear to the mild grating noise that indicates a water refill is necessary. Why put the water pump through all that excessive wear? Another thing that can be annoying is the short cycle time. I don't know how the humidity sensor is set up, but the unit turns on for a few minutes, turns off for a few minutes, turns on for a few minutes... why not design a delay in the timing so that it wouldn't be so jarring with all this cycling? I'm thinking now that a 3-star rating is more appropriate, although it still beats most of the competition that I have tried.

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When you think of dryness, do you picture the arid, wind-whipped sands of the Sahara? Or the cracked, sun-baked earth of Death Valley? it might surprise you to know that there are places in this world that are twice as dry as those. One of the driest places on earth could be your home.The relative humidity of the Sahara Desert is 25%; Death Valley is 23%. In the winter months, the average heated home can have a relative humidity as low as 13% to 16%.This Boston Innovative Stainless Steel 15 Gallon Evaporative Humidifier generates moisture for added comfort, better health, preservation of home & home furnishings, and savings on your monthly energy bills. This unit features a highly efficient electrical rating of 0.48A, and runs on normal 120V, 60Hz AC (household current).

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Honeywell HCM6013 Cool Mist Air Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)We bought the Honeywell HCM-6013i cool mist humidifier to replace a GermGuardin humidifier that stopped working after 90 days of use. So far, this unit is performing quite well.

According to the specification in the owner's manual, this unit is capable of outputting 11 gallons per day (I'm assuming per 24 hours). Do not confuse this with the unit's water holding capacity. In two separate tanks, the humidifier holds about a total of 3.5 gallons of water. And you will not notice any humidifying mist as you might with other types of humidifier. This humidifier works by the same principle as a swamp cooler.

I usually have the fan speed on low and the humidity level set on auto at 35%. At these settings, I have to fill the water tanks every one and a half day or so. The HCM-6013i built-in hygrometer (humidity sensor) is no where near accurate. Although I have the unit set on 35%, actual humidity measured by a separate and more accurate hygrometer, measures 45%. I recommend buying a separate hygrometer so that you can find the right humidity level. If you're not as picky as I am, you can always go by feel and adjust the humidity control up or down until you find your comfort level, to where the unit turn on or off based on the setting.

This unit fits together from essentially four pieces; the base, the motor housing, and the two water tanks. The pieces do not exactly fit together that well. The design of this unit reminds me of something that was made from the former USSR. It's clunky...but it works. It has no problem keeping up the desired humidity level when the AC is on and the outside relative humidity is 10% - 15%. It draws water from one of the two tanks at a time. When either one of the water tank is drained the unit makes a buzzing noise from the empty lighter tank. It's a little annoying, but a little tab or jolt usually resolves this buzzing noise.

I recommend buying a spare HC-14 replacement filter for this unit. I already notice that within a day if not hours of use the water-wicking filter mentioned was turning a little brown on the top. I don't know if the browning of the filter is due to using tap water for the humidifier or the air in my condo is that dirty. I hope it's the former rather than the latter.

The manual states that using tap water is OK because the water-wicking filter will absorb and retain the minerals in tap water, while the Protec water cleaning cartridge will help fight bacteria and other microbes in the water.

As mentioned above. This humidifier works about the same way as a swamp cooler. In a dry and warm environment, this humidifier does put out a noticeably cool breeze.

This product also boasts of having an "Air Washing Technology", and an independently controlled air ionizer. I can't comment too much about these features because I can't attest to how well they work. Again some swamp coolers can also claim of being able to wash the air as they cool...right? My gut feeling tells me that these features are a bit gimmicky. Does it really "clean" the air in my condo? Maybe. Does the air in my condo really need cleaning? Sometimes.

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Up to 30% quieter Exclusive Air Washing technology: Air filter system washes the air as it humidifies. Helps capture dust, dirt, and pollen. Protec Continuous Cleaning helps provide fresher, cleaner m

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Vicks Vaporizer with Night-Light Review

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(More customer reviews)I have this exact unit. It works constantly, with no problems at all.
A pinch of salt, and it steams away and shuts off automatically when low.
I love the simplicity of this unit.
After years of using all the different fancy new kinds of humidifiers that need constant cleaning and special filters and antibacterial crap, this is very nice. No muss, no fuss, just moisture in the air.
The black stuff in the water is normal and is not gross, as someone said in another review.

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Vicks Vaporizer with Night-Light and pure steam action for relief of cold and flu symptoms.Vaporizer boils water producing a pure warm steam vapor, which is released into the air.The vapor is bacteria free and leaves no white dust. 1.9 gallon output per day.At least 10 hours operation per filling. Triple wall insulation keeps reservoir water at a safe temperature. Large night light provides added safety and convenience, particularly in children's rooms.

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AIR-O-SWISS 7133 Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I had been pricing and comparing the substantial number of humidifiers on the market and I am glad I settled on the Air-O-Swiss. Despite its higher price, I am quite satisfied with its functions, control, design and specifically, its quiet operation. I was looking to pay between $70-150 for a quiet, low-maintenance model to add humidity to my [very dry] 10x12' bedroom. I purchased it at a local store for the same price as listed on Amazon; I am glad I was able to see [and hear] this model in operation.

There is NO sound, even at the highest setting. I'm a light sleeper and cannot fathom a bedroom appliance that even approaches a dull hum.

The visible mist generated by this model is pleasant for me and my pets.

I have been refilling each morning, as I have had the device on a high setting and running nonstop.The compartment becomes about half-empty after a full day at this setting. Refilling is a snap.

The ability to have cool and warm settings is a big plus, since the jury is still out regarding the negatives and rewards of either mode.

The system has been running clean and I am certain this will continue to be the case with a modicum of effort. The cost of the filter and the silver stick is not intimidating and the recommended three-week maintenance check is reasonable.

The design is quite fetching. Minimalist and fetching.

I have it sitting on the floor and there is no dampness on the carpet as mentioned by owners of other brands. This tells me that this model is doing a good job of propelling the mist into the air.

My roommate recently paid $29 for a smaller Holmes humidifier. The Holmes is downright deafening and I am sure she would have paid the difference for an Air-O-Swiss. Silent operation is really important.

The only possible shortcoming is the hygrometer. It is not entirely intuitive: the machine is to shut off after the desired humidity percentage is met, yet I have yet to see the model shut itself off. Turning it off manually is not a big deal.

I took a big step purchasing an air purifier, but this purchase has made a significant difference in my bedtime and bedroom comfort. I've had some winter nights with seriously labored [allergy, smoke and pet-related] breathing but I find this device has given me a little peace of mind and tangible change.

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Coughing? Wheezing? Throat or sinuses feel irritated? During those winter months, especially when staying indoors, heated air tends to be dry and that dryness may cause upper respiratory irritations. Most household and office heating solutions have the undesirable side effect of excessively drying the available breathing air. Using a humidifier helps moisten indoor air. The AIR-O-SWISS 7133 Humidifier uses high frequency vibration to generate micro-fine mist, so that breathing does not induce discomfort due to dry nasal passages and throat. You can select the temperatures of the mist from cool to warm. Effectively relieve your dry nose, throat, lips, and skin with the ability of selecting the choice of dispersing warm or cool mist. Its sleek design has easy to use controls and a transparent removable water tank. Germs, bacteria, and minerals that may be present in water are filtered from the mist using a replaceable demineralization cartridge (1 included) and ionic silver stick (not included). Overall, this humidifier is designed for your comfort and ease-of-mind in dry environments. Help shake away those winter blues with Air-o-Swiss 7133. Demineralization cartridge should be replaced every 2-3 monthsReplacements are TON 0030129 (single demineralization cartridge) or TON 0030546 (demineralization 3-pack)

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Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier 1 ea Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this warm mist humidifier after owning a vaporizer and a cool mist humidifier. The vaporizer was fine except that it was too hot and burned my son's arm, so i needed something else. The cool mist humidifier (different company) broke very fast besides for the expense of changing filters.
This humidifier is great.
1) The warmth is very soothing but not too hot-it won't burn you if you put your hand over the mist.
2) It never leaks onto the floor or gets the surrounding furniture wet (the other one did all the time).
3) It is whisper quiet. You can hardly hear the very soft humming sound even when right near it even on high.
4) It gives out a nice amount of humidity even on the low setting.
5) It is very simple to clean.
6) It is very light and easy to fill up.
On the low setting the water lasts well over 12 hours-I haven't timed exactly how long. On high it goes for about a little over 11 hours. The auto shut-off works very nicely.
I really think this product is great so far. I've paid more for it at a local store and still think it's worth it. The Amazon price is really great which makes it a great buy.

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Model V745A
Produces Pure, Bacteria-free Vapor
At Least 12 Hours Per Filling
Quiet Operation - 2 Comfort Settings
Night Light
Automatic Shut-Off
Medicine Cup for Use with Kaz Inhalant or Vicks® Vaposteam®
Easy to Fill - Easy to Clean
Water is one nutrient that all forms of life must have to survive. All functions of your body require sufficient moisture to work properly. When your body does not have sufficient moisture, it functions poorly. Dry, arid climatic conditions are usually the culprit. Colds and flu can further cause dehydration.
Colds and flu begin making their seasonal rounds during fall and winter. Part of the reason for increased respiratory illnesses during this time is because the humidity level in the air reaches its yearly lows. Central heating units in homes and offices further remove moisture from the air. The relative humidity may drop to as low as 10% - drier than the air in the Sahara Desert. Most people experience problems when the relative humidity drops below 25%. A comfortable humidity level should not be higher than 50%.
The Vicks® Warm Mist Humidifier helps combat this excessive dryness, providing these benefits:
Keeps your respiratory system moist, allowing it to fight off bacteria, viruses and pollutants.
Relieves cold, flu and hay fever symptoms.
Relieves dry, irritated and itching skin and eyes.
Relieves coughs and dry, scratchy throat.
Helps you breathe better and sleep more comfortably.
Stops dry out damaged to plants, paintings and furniture.
Saves you money on your heating bills, since proper humidity lets you feel more comfortable at lower temperatures.
Pure Warn Moisture for Soothing Relief of Cold & Flu Symptoms:
Nightlight: Soft glowing nightlight makes it easy to locate the humidifier in a dark room.
Convenient Handles: Two tank handles - one on the top and one of the bottom for easy filling.
Medicine Cup: Medicine cup lists out for filling and

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Slant/Fin 6-Pack Mineral Absorption Pads Review

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(More customer reviews)Decent price but the cost of shipping makes it almost prohibitive. It is so light and compact, it could have been put in a small envelope and sent for less than $1. Unfortunately there is no other source I could find.

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For Germ-Free Humidifiers:

GF-200
GF-200B
GF-350
GF-210
GF-210W
GF-300

Warm mist humidifiers do not spread fine mineral dust into the air that you breathe nor on your furniture, the way that other type humidifiers do. The mineral dust remains trapped in the humidifier hot water reservoir. Use of Mineral Absorption Pads will play a major role in capturing and removing minerals from hot water reservoir, and preventing a stubborn mineral buildup.

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Honeywell #HCM-6009 9GAL Console Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the best humedifier I ever had.You may set the desired humidity.Runs for a long time, easy to refill, I use regular tap water, there is no white dust, and the floor does not get wet.

In short, solid five star rating.

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9 Gallon, Console Humidifier, Ultra Quiet, Air Washing Technology, Manual Controls, Adjustable Humidistat, Space Saving Design, Quick Fill System, Auto Shut Off, 5 Year Limited Warranty, Replacement Filter: HC 14.

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Honeywell HWM-500 UV Warm Moisture Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)***Approximate measurement***
Entire unit: 14x11x7 (inches)
Tank:14x7x7(inches)***10/31/2007***

This is my first humidifier, but I am extremely satisfied with it.
The instruction is very clear and easy to follow.
It is easy to put together, simply attach the tank to the bottom.
All suggest to me that this is a very efficient machine for a warm mist humidifier(well, at least to me):

1.Within 30 minutes of use, it works and I can feel the difference.
2.No leaking.
3.No noise (slight bubbling sound is actually soothing to me, not noisy.)
4.Sturdy construction.
5.Humidity adjustable (many options, not just 2).
6.Large tank and easy to refill.
7.Low maintenance. (No filter required if you have regular tap/city water.)
8.Easy to clean. (With ultraviolet lights, cleaning isn't required on a weekly basis.)
9.For cats owners: My cats don't get scared of or hurt by it.

I don't think I could ask for more.

***Well...11/5/2007***

It's still great, although I did notice some issues:

1.A bit too much work and too heavy when refill:
For men, this might NOT be an issue, but for women like me, it might be.
To refill, the tank needs to be turned upside down because the tank cap is at the bottom of it.When I am to flip a full tank of water over and put it back onto the base, I do worry. It's quite heavy, and it gets a bit tiring since I do need to refill it every day.There is no easy access!

2.Frequency of refill:
Quote: "It requires no messy filters to replace and runs up to 24 hours each filling."I do need to refill it every 12 hours every day when I:
(1)have it on the highest humidity level
(2)have it on most of the time (12 hours)

So I do refill it every day I get up and every night before I go to bed.I assume it would last up to 24 hours like it says only if the humidity level is set at the lowest, which probably wouldn't cause an obvious difference to the room's humidity.

In all, it's still a good buy. It does help! I notice that I don't wake up with the driest skin in the morning anymore.

**A little tip**
A teaspoon of salt helps it evaporate more moisture, although it makes the water run out faster.

**I attached a picture of mine with my Treo next to it. The ratio should give a brief idea of how big the machine is.

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Honeywell HWM-500 UV Warm Moisture Humidifier produces up to 99.999% Germ Free Humidification - kills bacteria, mold & spores.

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Air-O-Swiss AOS 7144 Ultrasonic Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)My family and I moved from Southern California (where we slept with the windows open nearly year round for wonderful, well rested sleep) to Phoenix, Arizona (where the humidity hovers at most to 15% in my house according to my hygrometer.) After a month (and before we got the humidifier), my kids (3 and 1) were absolutely suffering. During the night, they were choking and hacking, wheezing and just plugged up. I was no different. Needless to say, our sleep was badly affected. I knew it was the air situation. After 3 nights of researching the different types of humidifiers, I finally settled on buying two Air O Swiss 7144 units (one for each kid's room). Although it was expensive, I buy things for the long haul and figured better to spend up front then have problems with cheaper models down the road. I have since turned it on absolutely every single night for them and the difference is short of miraculous. Here are some points: 1- a full tank lasts two nights running at 8 hours a night with the windows closed and the door nearly shut (about an inch ajar at most)

2- tank is not difficult to fill. I use one 3 gallon water bottle
(normally used for my drinking water dispense) to completely fill up both humidifier units

3- to maximize space and thus get the most water into the humidifier, I removed the demineralization cartridge and use only reverse osmosis drinking water for my unit. I have had ZERO WHITE DUST. The R.O. water is purified enough that there are no remaining minerals to be churned out as white dust. This trick also saves me from having to replace the cartridge. (BTW, our tap water is VERY hard so I didn't want to use it even with the demineralization cartridge because why make the machine work harder than it has to?) R.O. water is perfect and again, NO WHITE DUST AT ALL!!!!

4- It's so quiet, it's ridiculous. I LOVE that.

5- The warm mist feature is perfect. It does not raise the temperature of the room so it's never like a sauna. The air leaving the machine even at warm mist feels somewhat cool (and the first night I kept checking in on the kids to make sure I wasn't freezing them) but the unit actually heats the water to 104 degrees which isjust the right temp at maintaining room temp (no moist saunas!!) and/or preventing steam burn to your finger in case a curious little one chooses to wave his/her hand in the mist.

6- I've religiously used the units each night for the last 3 months with absolutely no problem.

7- The buttons don't light up or create distracting glows. Important for me because I wanted the kids' rooms to remain relatively dark as that's what they're used to.

8- There is no leaking or condensation on the unit. The mist is so fine that it evaporates before it touches the little folding dinner tray table that I have each unit placed on. The carpet underneath doesn't feel soggy or anything. It truly produces an ultrafine mist that dissipates almost immediately.

9- I can adjust the flow and humidity to my liking (to get 2 nights' worth of output from one tank, I set it on warm mist at the lowest air flow at 55% humidity)

10- It automatically shuts off when it runs out of water. There is a blinking light that indicates that the machine is on "On" but there's no water. I usually press the off button the after the second night's use. If I forget to press off and fill the tank up on the third night, I noticed that since the machine is technically "on" (even though there's no sound or movement indicating that), as soon as I put the filled tank back on the unit, it immediately starts working on the settings I last set it on.

11- I have yet to use the cool mist (since it's still winter) but I read that it actually helps to maintain (at the very least) or slightly lower the room temp which is convenient in summer months.

All in all, I love this machine. By the way, on a few occasions when my older child needed me to sleep next to him until he fell back asleep (usually a nightmare woke him up), I noticed within 10-15 minutes that my breathing was VERY different in his room where the unit had been running for several hours into the night. No clogged sinuses or difficult inhalation. Once he was appropriately tucked in and I would go back to my room, within 5-10 minutes, my breathing would get adversely affected. That's how dry the air is in our house. So, that's why after 3 months of enjoying how well it's worked in the kids' rooms, my husband and I are looking forward to our own good sleep after just purchasing our 3rd machine.

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Humidification System This Digital Ultrasonic humidifier uses high-frequency vibrations to generate a micro-fine mist when blown into a room immediately evaporates. Choose the pre-heating function and mist exits the appliance at a pleasant 104 ?

Holmes HM5305-UC Warm Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I believe this item has received unfairly low ratings from other purchasers.Perhaps these reviews are from purchasers who have never owned a humidifier before, or who didn't bother to read the directions.I have owned three different humidifiers over the years, and this one has been overall the best.

I would agree the tank shape could stand some redesign. Like most humidifiers, you turn the tank upside down to refill, thus the top of the tank is best designed to conform to the shape of a tub or sink, so that it stays upright on its own while filling.This one does not do that, but it is still possible to prop it against the end of the tub to refill.

As for the other comments that have been made, of course it makes a gurgling noise.Water is dripping down into the base in order to be converted to steam. I have had the unfortunate experience of owning a humidifier that sounded like an 18-wheeler driving through my house--and believe me, this one is QUIET.
The only knocking noises I've heard were when the tank emptied while I was asleep and I didn't shut it off, AND I hadn't cleaned it in a very long time.

And of course the heating element is going to be hot right after you turn it off, and yes it could char a piece of wood if it came in contact with the heating element.The instructions CLEARLY STATE you must allow the heating element to cool before cleaning or refilling.I cannot imagine why someone would set something wet down on a wood table, or how the heating element came into contact with wood of one reviewer, as the heating element has a surrounding plastic framework that makes it difficult if not impossible to place anything directly against the heating element. Perhaps the user modified this plastic housing in some way.

Also, the tank cap has a mechanism that, together with the humidifier base, controls the amount of water that flows out of the tank.The only way this could malfunction and send water everywhere is if the cap was not screwed on properly (and just like a bottle of soda, if you don't screw the cap on properly, the bottle will leak), or if it is not placed on the base securely.

I have not found the recommended cleaning to be an issue.But then, I use the recommendations as a guideline, not a requirement.How much you cleaning you have to do depends on the condition of your water and your performance expectations.

The recommended "daily" cleaning is basically to remove the base reservoir and dump out any water and accumulated sediment.I actually only do this about once a week, and I have very hard water (lots of clay sediment and calcium.I cannot drink tap water, its that bad.)The recommended "weekly" cleaning is to fill the base reservoir with vinegar and soak for 20 mins, and wipe down the heating element and surrounding housing to remove any calcium deposits.I actually only do this about every 3 months.Sometimes I actually have to chisel off the calcium from the heating element!And with all this obviously poor maintenance, I have noticed no diminished performance!

I'm not sure what the 'reboot' requirement is, stated by one reviewer.The instructions clearly state that you should turn off the humidifier when you remove the tank for refilling, or when you are cleaning.This makes sense.Leaving it on without the heating element resting in a reservoir of water is like putting an empty pan on a hot stove burner.It will damage it.But turning it off for the few moments required for filling or cleaning is sufficient.No further effort is required.And I really don't understand how one is personally offended by an inanimate object.

As for the size of tank, and how long it lasts, that all depends on the settings you use, and the size of your room.The 36-hour timeframe advertised by the manufacturer is at the unit's lowest setting, as most manufacturers do.I keep mine set on low speed, with the humidity percentage at about 60%.This lasts 24 hrs.I definitely notice a humid feeling when walking into my bedroom where I keep the humidifer.My bedroom measures about 12' x 18', but I keep my bedroom door open always so the humidity isn't just staying in my bedroom alone.The packaging states accurately that this humidifier is intended to serve a medium-sized room, not a whole house or very large rooms.

I really love the fact that this model does not require filters. I've had humidifiers that require filters, and of course you can never find the filter when you need one, and they are often very expensive.I've also had a humidifier that advertised no filter required, then upon reading the fine print inside the box, learned that while a humidifier was not REQUIRED, it really needed one to function properly.

I replaced my last humidifier with this one because the lat model I owned had no controls other than on/off, and pumped out so much mist it soaked everything around it, and was a cold mist model that did not keep the calcium deposits inside the reservoir--everything that got soaked by the mist ended up with calcium residue on it that was impossible to remove.

All in all, a very good model.The only thing I would like better is a domed-top model that could rest easily in the tub for refilling.

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Product Description:
Perfect for medium sized rooms the Holmes Warm Mist Humidifier runs up to 36 hours per filling. No filters to replace and microban antimicrobial product protection insure carefree use.

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Holmes HM5601-UC Warm Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased this for a vacation home in an arid climate.I got it, filled it, turned it on, and nothing happened.Then I read the short instruction booklet.Duh.It works great.The unit works fine, shuts off when its supposed to and operates quiet enough for a bedroom.You get a full night out of one fill.We also own a Honeywell product, and it operates in a similar fashion.If you don't clean these products regularly, you'll have problems.The manufacturer recommends doing this daily, but a quick clean out every few days works well.You'll be amazed at how much sediment builds up in such a short time.Note this is a humidifier, not a vaporizer.If you want to have damp air, consider a vaporizer.

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Holmes Warm Mist Humidifier for 700 square foot room

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Air-O-Swiss AIR-O-SWISS 7145 Ultrasonic Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this after reading a review of vaporizers / humidifiers in Good Housekeeping magazine, http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/product-testing/reviews-tests/appliances-electronics/best-humidifiers. This Air O Swiss model is different than the one recommended by GH, but it is AWESOME.

It's a cold mist, so it's safe for kids / pets; I only need to fill it once a day; it is designed so that it won't grow mold or harbor germs / viruses; very fine mist & leaves no powdery residue.VERY EASY to USE!AWESOME!

BONUS -- much lower energy costs than other humidifiers / vaporizers AND much more effective.

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The Air-O-Swiss Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier 7145 is a high-quality ultrasonic humidifier featuring a premium titanium transducer surface, which uses adjustable high-frequency vibrations to turn water into a micro-fine mist, which is blown into the room to evaporate. Unlike other ultrasonic humidifiers, the Air-O-Swiss titanium transducer surface is much stronger than ordinary metals, resists rust, lasts longer and requires less cleaning. The Air-O-Swiss 7145 features a tri-band microbial protection system which guarantees that the water will be kept free from harmful bacteria and viruses. A replaceable demineralization cartridge (Ag+ Ionic Silver Technology) helps reduce ?white dust" (lime scale and other mineral deposits from the mist output). In addition, the patented Ionic Silver Stick uses aqueous silver ions to control microbial growth for up to one year of continuous use. It is self-regulating and maintenance-free.

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Germ Guardian H4500 120 Hour Ultrasonic Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)When I first moved to the high mountains (8400') of Colorado, I used a wick-type humidifier constantly. I also had a nasty little cough that stayed with me for 18 months. Finally, I took my doctor's advice and junked the humidifier. End of cough, due to things growing in the unit. I have been shopping for humidifiers again for a while, and found them all to be lacking severely. Either they were the same type of filter construction that had caused my illness, or they were cheaply made, or low-capacity. This unit may have a tippy storage tank when turned upside-down to fill, but it is well made. The screw-on cap for the reservoir is sturdy and has a rubber gasket. There are carrying handles on the top and bottom of the water container to make it easy to manage, and it puts out a LOT of humidity. At 2/3 setting, it ran the humidity in my bedroom from 22 to 35% the first night, all while being completely silent. The (silent) piezo-electric ultrasonic element is the same as is used in the tweeters of my big PA speakers, and these are practically indestructible if kept clean. The huge water reservoir does mean that it is big, and the styling is retro, which is OK, I guess. More expensive units from the same manufacturer have useless and noisy digital features with the same overall construction. Overall, a solid five.

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The germ guardian 120-hour ultrasonic humidifier (h-4500) uses silver clean technology to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria in the water tank.by humidifying clean water, you provide a healthier breathing environment by not spreading germs and bacteria into the air. the ultrasonic humidifier has the option for warm or cold mist.the unit has a 120 hour run time on its maximum setting and has over a 2.4 gallon tank capacity with a low water indicator light that turns on when it is time to refill the tank.and since the humidifier is ultrasonic it's virtually silent when it runs, making it ideal to have on while you sleep.there are no added costs with the unit since there are no evaporating pads, filters or wicks to clean or replace.the high output nozzle broadens mist in two directions throughout the room and the soft blue night light is controlled with an on/off switch.

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Kaz 4100 Health Mist Quiet Operation Cool Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I buy these humidifiers because they are easy to clean & maintain, and they broadcast a nice mist.

There are no gooey-feeling in-the-water-filters to clean or replace. There is one little filter that cleans the air before it enters into the humidifier, but other than that there is none. It doesn't touch the water.

I have used these humidifiers to put in about 3 drops of essential oil to broadcast through my home daily. They work wonderfully. They are much cheaper than the expensive machines made for essential oils & I think they do a better job.

I have been using these humidifiers for years. I hope they don't stop making them!

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Household heating systems in the winter and air conditioners in the summer remove indoor air of its natural moisture. The lungs and respiratory tract are dependent on moisture to function effectively. The humidifier provides proper humidity levels to keep your respiratory system moist and helps relieve cold and flu symptoms and irritated and itching skin and eyes. The motor driven impeller draws up water through its pickup tube, then propels the water by centrifugal force against the screen and battle to provide a fine vapor which is released into the room air. At the same time, the exclusive Kaz Dyna filter air cleaning filter removes dust, pollen, odors, and tobacco smoke from the room air, removing 93% of particles as small as pollen.

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Air-O-Swiss AOS Ultrasonic Humidifier - 7135 Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this to humidify my kids room. Previously we had been using the old vick vaporizer but it only put out for about 6 hours and had some other issues with getting the mineral content of the water just right.

Anyway this is without a doubt the best humidfier I've ever used. Setup was a little confusing at first (where little parts went. The tube hole through the tank was a little disconcerting but after I understood its function I saw it wasn't going to slosh water everywhere.

For a humidfier it has a amazing number of options.

Warm Mist vs Cool
I had always used "warm mist" but my wife wanted "cool mist", this was the only one that had both. Warm and cool are relative terms however. When I think of warm mist I think of the Vicks which can scald you if you get to close. It heats the room up in operation. This device the warm mist is sort of warm. It takes a few minutes to warm up and if you put your hand over the output you can feel its warm but not hot. It goes to warm by pre-heating the water before it hits the vaporizer. In cool mist it just vaporizes.

Output-
You have two output controls, relative humidity and mist volume for lack of a better term. Think of it as fan speed (but no fan)You set the humidity and it spits out water as needed. I don't know where the sensor is but the position of the output nozzel can really affect its reading.

The tank seems to hold enough water for 24 hours of output or 2-3 nights of use. The output is plenty adequate for a bedroom.

Controls-
Lots of controls on/off, heat/no heat, humidity, output, timer, auto mode and more. This is the big difference betwen this and the lower end model. Someone finally figured out how to put a timer on a humidifier (imagine that). So it runs as many hours as you set it. The sleep mode sets all settings automatically and runs 8 hours. I love it.

Noise-
What noise, this thing is silent. No bubbling or hissing or fan noises.

Filling the tank-
Take it out, flip it, unscrew the deminerlization cartridage and fill er up. Not the most stable but it works. Carry handle makes it easy to take back.

Its everything you could possibaly want in a humidifier. Low maintence, easy enough to fill, quite, lots of settings for any need.

Beats the heck out of the old vicks and some fan based whicking mold catching filter units I've used. The closet thing I ever had was a drugstore one that spit out the good stuff for 15 minutes and then broke. This is a quality product (and price) and should last (I've had it 2 weeks at the time of writing). It may be expensive but it does what you want and will outlast many of the others. If you've got the money its worth it.

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The Air-O-Swiss Ultrasonic Warm Mist Humidifier uses high-frequency vibration to generate a micro-fine mist. It has a built-in hygrostat and an output regulator button. A replaceable demineralization cartridge ensures a hygienic, pure water mist, without lime scale or mineral residues. When operated with the pre-heating function, the water is heated to 176?

Enviracare Warm Mist Humidifier With UV Protection EWM-220 Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased three different humidifiers (Venta 370 @$200, Venta VS207 @$100 and Enviracaire EWM-220 @$90) for various rooms in our house. Below are pros and cons of each of these three units:

VENTA 370:
Pros: Quiet operation - perfect for bedrooms, vaporizes tank contents in approx 24 hours to provide ideal humidity, flexibility of cool or warm mist operation
Cons: Leaves a white dust like residue on objects nearby(perhaps an unwanted side effect of ultrasonic vaporization), Expensive $$$, Heavy on refill.

VENTA VS207:
Pros: Quiet operation (like Venta 370), vaporizes tank contents in approx 24 hours, Significantly less expensive than VS370 for comparable performance, Has cool vs warm mist options.
Cons: Heavy on refill, No handles for convenient handling during refill. Leaves a white dust like residue on objects nearby.

ENVIRACAIRE EWM-220:
Pros: Two separate water containers with side handles - convenient to refill water, Vaporizes both tank contents in approx 24 hours, UV light and boiling supposedly destroys germs/microbes in water (can't verify manufacturer's claim).
Cons: Noisy (continuous sound of boiling water from the unit - feels like I am sleeping with a kettle on the stove nearby) - I kind of got used to it after a while, but may be a problem for light sleepers. Unit warns of hot steam emanating from the unit - can potentially be hazardous with little kids in the house.

Overall, for price and performance, the Venta VS207 is the best product. Only wish it had more convenient carrying handles.

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Germ Free Warm Mist / Adjustable Humidity Control / 24 Hrs Per Filling / For Small & Medium Rooms Unit Dimensions -14.25x 13.25 x 14 Manufacturer's 3-year limited warranty

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HW Warm Moisture Humidifier (HWM950) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is not a bad humidifier for the price. The main drawbacks are that it does not hold enough water to humidify a medium- to large-sized room for any length of time, and that it requires frequent and extensive cleaning.

Pros:

Style. It looks very nice. Its size (11"H x 11"W x 6.5"D) means that it will fit nicely on a nightstand or in a small corner.

Ease of use. It can be used right out of the box; it's not even necessary to read the instructions [Update: read the instructions on maintenance]. This unit is beyond self-explanatory. The tank is small enough that it can be filled at the kitchen sink, and it's very easy to carry even while full.

Quiet operation. It's pretty much silent except for a faint hissing sound and the occasional gurgle.

Features. It has two output settings (clearly marked by a picture of a single drop of water vs. a picture of three drops of water). The auto shut-off feature is nice, and I like the fact that it doesn't require filters. It doesn't produce the white dust that ultrasonic humidifiers spew out.

Cons:

Output. I turn it on when I go to bed at night. On the high setting, it runs completely dry long before I get up 7 hours later...and I wake up feeling dried out. On the low setting, it only puts out about half the water in the tank...and I wake up feeling dried out. The box says it's intended for medium-sized rooms, but it doesn't define "medium." My bedroom is about 17' x 14'. I probably should have purchased a unit intended for a "large" room.

Opening the tank. It forms a vacuum as it empties, and the cap can be very difficult to unscrew as a result. It takes quite a bit of effort to get it started; an elderly or disabled person likely wouldn't be able to unscrew it.

MAINTENANCE. It turns out that the unit has to be completely disassembled, soaked in vinegar, and scrubbed routinely. I neglected to do that, and the unit stopped working within less than a month. The auto shut-off would engage even though the unit was full of water, essentially reducing it to a $25 night light. Now that I've cleaned it, it is working again. The maintenance aspect is a pain. I am used to cool mist humidifiers, which simply require replacing the filters once a year. It is possible that the maintenance could be avoided if one used distilled water in the unit - but at about $1/gallon for distilled water, it would be cheaper just to buy a new humidifier every month.

Overall, I wish I'd spent a bit more money for a cool-mist humidifier that actually kept my bedroom humidified overnight and didn't require extra care. But if you're using it for a small room and don't mind the frequent cleaning, it might be a good value for the money.

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Honeywell Honeywell Filter Free Warm Moisture Humidifier; Quiet, Filter Free Operation, 2 Moisture Output Settings, Medicine cup,Auto Shut Off, Runs Overnight on One Filling, For Medium Size Rooms.

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Honeywell HWM-950 Filter-Free QuickSteam Warm Moisture Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)The Honeywell HWM-950 is a great little humidifier. I bought one several weeks ago and have ran it continuously since. To use the unit: Fill container, secure lid, place on machine, turn on (high or low), after it empties it will auto shutoff/dial turns red, shut it off for a minute to reset it, refill the container, turn it on. I'm buying another in case they discontinue.

Pros:
Warm Mist Kills bacteria and only requires periodic cleaning.
No Filters.
High and Low setting.
Auto-Off feature turning dial red easy to understand.
Easy to use
Medicine Cup on Top.

Cons: Only available in this ~1 gallon size

WARNING: NEVER leave your home with an appliance on that has a heating element as it is a fire hazard and no "auto-off" is fault less! Sister had a kitchen fire after when her dishwashers heating element solenoid locked on melting plastic eventually igniting it.

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As winter's chill comes, the question returns, "Is it cold weather that bring colds or are indoor conditions responsible?" People get colds in all seasons. Colds are, essentially, respiratory infections, caused by germs. It has been observed, that over dry breathing passages may harbor these germs. When infections occur, the body releases histamine to counter infections rhat results in sniffles and congestion. One of the better cold prevention devices may just be a room humidifier. The Honeywell HWM-950 Filter-Free QuickSteam Warm Moisture Humidifier may be the best investment to protect you and your family this winter (and those to come). As winter settles in, this is the season for a humidifier.

While cool mist humidifiers seemed to be a unique approach as an environmental air moisturizer, warm water remains the friendliest and most effective way to help restore humidity in a room.

As homes begin to use gas and steam heat during winter months, humidity is reduced. It has been demonstrated through several studies that, in over dry areas, the membranes of our breathing systems can dry and become areas where pathogenic micro-organisms form little communities. While these may or may not lead to respiratory infections, dry room conditions may give rise to many breathing discomforts.

Breathe easy with the Honeywell Filter-Free Warm Moisture Humidifier (HWM-950). This affordable humidifier will help you control your home's air moisture levels with ease courtesy of its Quick-Steam Warm Moisture System, which heats and purifies the water. And unlike many other humidifiers, the HWM-950 can run for up to 24 hours straight and boasts silent operation. Plus, it's therapeutic-- it comes with a medicine cup for your benefit.

In addition, your new Filter-Free Warm Moisture Humidifier requires little attention. There are no filters to change and the wide top opening allows for easy filling from abov

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