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Portable Humidifier Ratings

A Repairman Reviews The Brands

With our portable humidifier ratings, you can compare portable humidifier units side by side using our Head To Head tool. You can compare over 70 models from 42 brands in ten categories such noise levels, cost, coverage area, and type of humidifier. You can also read the individual reviews of each brand below. Our simple rating system gives each brand a color code and a star rating. If the card is green, then, that is one of the top picks from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is yellow, then, that would be a budget pick from HvacRepairgGuy. If the card is red, then, the brand is not recommended by HvacRepairGuy. It truly is like you were taking a repairman shopping with you!

HvacRepairGuy's 2023 Top Pick

Aqua Oasis

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This brand is made in China for sale on their website or Amazon and they are relatively inexpensive but backed by a very good guarantee. The AO-101 humidifier is an ultrasonic cool mist unit with a 360 degree rotating nozzle to deliver the mist where you want it. The unit has a large 2.2 liter water tank and a coverage area of 400 ft2 but they only have basic mechanical controls.

BABYMOOV

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Hygro+ humidifiers have a seven color night light as well as an essential oils diffuser and a 360 degree mist nozzle. They are cool mist units that are very quiet with a 25 decibel noise rating on slow speed which is less than the level of a whisper. They have a coverage area of 215 ft2 and can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but they only have basic controls.

BEAR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The JSQ-230WB model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an essential oils diffuser and a 360 degree rotating nozzle to deliver the mist where you want it. They have a large three liter water tank and an activated carbon filter to clean the air with a coverage area of 430 ft2 but the unit has a basic mechanical dial control. They are pretty quiet with a noise rating between a whisper and a gentle rain.

BEURER

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This brand is made in China, is available worldwide, and can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store. The LB37 model is a basic cool mist ultrasonic humidifier with a coverage area of 215 ft2 and it is backed by a lifetime guarantee. The unit has three mist levels as well as an oil diffuser while the LW110 model is an air cleaner/humidifier with three fan speeds and a 390 ft2 coverage area.

BONECO

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in the USA and is a part of Plaston Group. The humidifiers can be purchased at Target stores or through their website but they are only backed by an average warranty. The Hybrid H300 model is an air purifier/humidifier that is Wi-Fi enabled for control through their smartphone app. The unit has an oil diffuser and offers optional pollen and silver filters for enhanced air cleaning. They have a 650 ft2 coverage area and are very quiet with a 28 decibel noise rating on low speed. The W200 model is an air washer that uses the evaporation pad and water to filter the air. It has an oil diffuser and a 540 ft2 coverage area while the U200 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a 480 ft2 coverage area. The U310 model is a warm mist ultrasonic humidifier with a large 860 ft2 coverage area but the guarantee on the ultrasonic models is not as good as the other models.

CRANE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a subsidiary of Wachsmuth & Krogmann and the humidifiers are made in China to be sold through various retailers as well as directly through their website or Amazon store. The Drop models are cool mist ultrasonic units that are available in eight different colors to match the decor of the room. They have a 1 gallon water tank with a coverage area of up to 500 ft2 while the Droplet models are about half the size and have three speeds. The Adorable ultrasonic cool mist models are shaped like animals and feature aroma diffusers. The EE-6913 model is a stylish model featuring stainless steel and it has digital controls with a remote and variable speed operation. It has a large 1.2 gallon tank as well as a UV ionizer light to sanitize the air and an aroma diffuser for a fresh scent. The unit can use either warm or cool mist and has a 500 ft2 coverage area. The guarantee on the humidifiers is not very good when compared to other brands.

DYSON

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Malaysia and can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The PH04 model is an air purifier/humidifier/ cooling fan all in one with a HEPA air filter and a catalytic filter to trap and break down formaldehyde as well as an oscillating fan and a cool mist humidifier. The unit has built-in Wi-Fi for control through the Dyson app or with voice commands from Alexa or Siri and it features an air quality sensor that reports the current air quality and controls the unit when in the auto mode. They have a large 1 gallon water tank and a night mode for undisturbed sleeping but they are relatively expensive.

ELECHOMES

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China to be sold through their Amazon store but their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands. The SH8830 model is an ultrasonic humidifier with either warm or cool mist from the same unit and they have an essential oils diffuser for aromatherapy. The units have an 861 ft2 coverage area with electronic controls, an auto mode for precisely controlling the humidity, and a sleep mode for quieter operation.

EVERLASTING COMFORT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for Upper Echelon Products to be sold through their Amazon store but their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands. The 6L model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an LED night light and an oil tray for aromatherapy. The unit has a large 1.5 gallon water tank for operating up to fifty hours between filling and it has a 500 ft2 coverage area with a 360 degree rotating mist nozzle. The units are pretty quiet when operating with a noise level that is equivalent to a light rain but they have a mechanical dial control which does not accurately control the humidity level in the room.

FABULETTA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China to be sold through their website and Amazon store but their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands. The FHM001 model is an ultrasonic humidifier with warm and cool mist from the same unit. The humidifiers have a large 4.5 liter water tank for up to 45 hours between refills and they have three mist speeds with digital controls. They have an essential oils diffuser for aromatherapy as well as a sleep mode for quiet operation at less than 24 decibels which is much less than an adult whisper.

GENIANI

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The Huron model is easily filled with water through the top of the unit and it has an oil diffuser for aromatherapy as well as an LED night light. It is available in either black or white and has a 220 ft2 coverage area with a 4 liter water tank. The humidifier has four mist settings and a smart mode where the humidity setpoint is automatically adjusted for maximum comfort. The Erie model is smaller with a 65 ft2 coverage area and powered by a rechargeable battery through a USB port. They are available in three colors (white, black, or grey) but they do not have an oil diffuser.

GRELIFE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased directly through their website but the warranty on the humidifiers is not very good when compared to other brands. The 9L model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with three mist speeds and digital controls with a remote control and it is easily filled with water through its top. It has a 9 liter water tank with a 500 ft2 coverage area while the 4L model has a 400 ft2 coverage area with a four liter tank.

HALLS

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for Crane to be sold through various retailers as well as directly through their website or Amazon store. The 2-in-1 model is a warm mist humidifier combined with a steam inhaler with a coverage area of up to 500 ft2 while the Droplet models ultrasonic cool mist units that are about half the size. The Collapsible model convenient collapses so that it can be easily stored or taken with you on your travels. It is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a 360 degree mist lid to control the direction of the mist. All of the units can use the Halls vapor pads to alleviate cold and flu symptoms but the guarantee on the humidifiers is not very good when compared to other brands.

HEAVEN FRESH

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

The HF710 humidifiers offer cool or warm mist in the same unit and they have digital controls with a rechargeable nano-silver & ceramic filter to control the "white dust" that is associated with operation of most humidifiers. They have variable spray and an oil diffuser with a 650 ft2 coverage area. The humidifiers can be purchased Through The Home depot and Best Buy as well as online through their website or Amazon but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands.

HOLMES

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is manufactured in China for Sunbeam Products and the units can be purchased through Target, Walmart, or on Amazon but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The humidifiers have antimicrobial protecction built into the water tanks and they have three mist settings but use basic mechanical controls. The HUL242-U model is a cool mist ultrasonic humidifier while the HUL310-U-2 provides both warm and cool mist settings and the HUL867TG model has a seven color LED night light.

HOMEDICS

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The humidifiers have an anti-microbial tank and a demineralization cartridge for cleaner operation. The TotalComfort model is an ultrasonic cool mist unit with two mist settings, a seven color night light, and an essential oils diffuser. The units are filled from the top which is convenient and they have a 373 ft2 coverage area while the TotalComfort Plus model offers both warm and cool mist with a 547 ft2 coverage area but it has basic mechanical controls. The TotalComfort Deluxe model is the same as the Plus model except for the fact that it has electronic controls.

HOMVANA

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the units can be purchased through their website or on Amazon but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The H111S is a smart humidifier with built-in Wi-Fi for control through their app or with Alexa voice commands. The unit provides both warm and cool mist and has three output levels as well as an oil diffuser for aromatherapy. The unit are easy to clean and are filled from the top for convenience with a large 861 ft2 coverage area.

HONEYWELL

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is manufactured in China by Kaz and they can be purchased through their website or on Amazon but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The HEV620B model is a cool mist humidifier with three speeds and a programmable digital humidistat for accurate humidity control. The units are filled from the top for convenience and have a 700 ft2 coverage area while the HWC775B model offers warm and cool mist operation with the addition of a oil diffuser for aromatherapy.

HUMIO

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for Tribest and the HU-10120-A humidifier includes an LED night light. The night light will cycle through red, blue, and green colors or can be paused on one of the colors. The unit features two power settings (high and low) and a 360 degree rotating mist outlet. It has a half gallon water tank for up to ten hours of operation between fillings with a 100 ft2 coverage area and includes an essential oils diffuser. The units can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands.

KELOPA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The 9L humidifier is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a built-in UVC light for air purification and an essential oils diffuser for aromatherapy. The unit has a large 2.4 gallon water tank with three mist settings and a 360 degree mist nozzle for directing the vapor. The unit has a 600 ft2 coverage area and an auto mode that maintains the preset humidity level in the room. The humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.

KENMORE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for Transform SR Brands LLC and the units can be purchased at various retailers as well as through their website and the Sears website. The model 3688 is a cool mist humidifier with a one gallon water tank that has an anti-microbial coating and a two speed fan. The humidifier has a 360 ft2 coverage area but uses basic mechanical controls which do not accurately control the humidity level and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.

LACIDOLL

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The units are for the whole house with the JSQ-J19 model having a 1000 ft2 coverage area with four mist levels and a smart mode which automatically maintains the humidity level that you specify. They are ultrasonic cool mist units that are filled from the top for convenience and they can be controlled with the included remote. The JSQ-J001 model has a 2000 ft2 coverage area with three mist levels and a large 5.5 gallon water tank.

LAMON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for WaterFirst and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The MistZero LH05 model is an evaporative humidifier with electronic controls and a remote as well as a UV light and anion filter for improving the overall air quality. The Spaceship model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a modern look to it as well as an oil diffuser for aromatherapy and a night light. The unit is modestly priced and has a 500 ft2 coverage area but it only has a basic mechanical control that does not accurately control the humidity level in the room.

LEDONTI

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. They offer an ultrasonic humidifier that provides both warm and cool mist from the same unit. It has a 300 ft2 coverage area with a 360 degree rotating nozzle to deliver the mist and the unit has built-in Wi-Fi so it can be controlled through their Tuya app but it is not voice enabled. The unit has electronic controls with a remote and an auto mode as well as continuous and sleep modes. They are pretty quiet with a 30 decibel noise rating which is about the level of an adult whisper and they have an oil diffuser for aromatherapy.

LEVOIT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for Vesync Company Limited and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The OasisMist 1000S is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with built-in Wi-Fi so it can be controlled with a remote, through their app, or with Alexa and Google voice commands. It has a self-cleaning tank and a oil diffuser for aromatherapy with a 600 ft2 coverage area while the LV600S model is a smart model that gives either warm or cool mist. The Classic 100 is a basic humidifier with mechanical controls that do not accurately control the humidity level. It has three mist speeds with a 360 degree mist nozzle and a night light as well as a small price tag.

MEGAWISE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The units are ultrasonic cool mist humidifiers that use basic mechanical controls which do not accurately control the humidity level in the room. They have a seven color night light and are compatible with essential oils for aromatherapy where they can simply be put into the water tank. The units have a 500 ft2 coverage area and a 360 degree mist nozzle with top filling for convenience.

MIKO

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The Myst model is an ultrasonic humidifier that offers both warm and cool mist settings as well as an auto mode to control the humidity to your preset level. They have an essential oil diffuser as well as a pre-installed meditation guide. The units are top filled for convenience and they have a 540 ft2 coverage area with three mist settings and a remote.

ORAIMO

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The OHM-U02 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with basic mechanical controls that do not accurately control the humidity level in the room. They have a 270 ft2 coverage area with a 360 degree rotating mist nozzle as well as a 2.5 liter water tank for up to 25 hours between fillings. The units have an oil diffuser for aromatherapy as well as a seven color night light and a very modest price tag.

PARIS RHONE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The AH017 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an auto mode that maintains the humidity level between 60 & 65 percent but it does not allow you to set your desired humidity level. The AH033 model has a 6 liter capacity with a 753 ft2 coverage area as well as an essential oils diffuser for aromatherapy and a remote control. The AH001 model has an LED display and an auto mode where you can select your desired humidity level and it is rather inexpensive.

POHL+SCHMITT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased directly through their website but their guarantee is not very good when compared to some of the other brands. The HU11 has a 1.5 liter water tank and a night light with a coverage area of 230 ft2. It is a very basic ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with mechanical controls that do not accurately control the humidity level in the room and they do not have an auto mode so that you can set and forget about the unit.

PURE ENRICHMENT

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Bear Down Brands LLC and the humidifiers can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store. They are relatively inexpensive and backed by a pretty good guarantee. The MistAire model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a 245 ft2 coverage area and a 1.5 liter easy fill tank. They have two speeds and a 360 degree rotating nozzle to distribute the mist to where you want it as well as a night light.

PURE GUARDIAN

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Lasko Products LLC and the humidifiers can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The H910BL model is a basic ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a coverage area of 210 ft2 and a low purchase price while the H7550 model offers both warm and cool mist with a coverage area of 570 ft2. It has an automatic humidistat that controls the unit to maintain the humidity level that you set and it features three speeds with a night light. The H4810AR model has a 600 ft2 coverage area with a dual mist rotating nozzle and three speeds as well as an oil diffuser for aromatherapy and a night light. The units have an anti-microbial coating on the tanks.

RAYDROP

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China for sale through their Amazon store and they are relatively inexpensive but backed by a good guarantee. They offer basic ultrasonic cool mist humidifiers that use a mechanical dial control which does not accurately control the humidity level in the room. The KC-RD03 model is a basic unit with a 220 ft2 coverage area while the KC-RD05 model has an oil diffuser for aromatherapy with a 215 ft2 coverage area. The KC-RD06 model includes a night light and has a 322 ft2 coverage area while the KC-RD03A-4L model has a 430 ft2 coverage area.

ROWENTA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of Groupe SEB and is available through various retail stores in the USA as well as online through Williams Sonoma but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The humidifiers have an auto mode where the humidity level is controlled with a humidistat as well as a continuous mode. The HU5120 model provides both warm and cool mists with an anti-bacterial setting which heats the water up to 95 degrees to kill bacteria. It has a 500 ft2 coverage area and three mist speeds while the HU5220 model has a 650 ft2 coverage area and the HU5230 model has a 577 ft2 coverage area.

SPT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and can be purchased directly through their website but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The SU-1051 model is a basic ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with mechanical controls and it use an ordinary water bottle instead of a water tank. The SU-2550 model is an cool mist humidifier with an oil diffuser for aromatherapy but it has basic mechanical controls which do not accurately control the humidity level in the room. The SU-2081 model has digital controls with ten mist settings and a humidistat to accurately control the humidity level as well as a color changing night light.

STADLER FORM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China by Swizz Style and the humidifiers can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The Eva model is an ultrasonic humidifier with both warm and cool mist modes with five output levels and built-in Wi-Fi so the unit can be controlled through smartphone app or with the humidity sensing remote control. The Ben model is an ultrasonic unit that combines an aroma diffuser with humidification and a realistic looking fire effect while the Oskar model is a console type evaporative humidifier with a 500 ft2 coverage area.

TAOTRONICS

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China and the humidifiers can be purchased through their website but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The AH001 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an auto mode that maintains the humidity level that you preset. It has three mist levels with a 360 degree rotating nozzle to direct the mist as well as a night light. The AH019 model includes built-in Wi-Fi so that the unit can be controlled by smartphone app or with voice commands from Alexa or Google.

UCAREAIR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China by Kalorik Electronics Technology Company Limited and the humidifiers can be purchased through their Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The TR-1802 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an auto mode that maintains the humidity level that you preset. It has two mist levels with a 360 degree rotating nozzle to direct the mist as well as a night light and an essential oils diffuser for aromatherapy.

VICKS

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These humidifiers are made in China by Kaz and they can be purchased online through Walmart or their Amazon store but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The SleepyTime model is a ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with an oil diffuser and a color changing night light. The unit is for smaller rooms while the V3900 model is for medium sized rooms. The humidifiers use a basic mechanical dial control which does not accurately maintain the humidity level in the room.

VORNADO

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand can be purchased directly through their website or on and they are backed by a pretty good warranty. The EVAP40 model is an evaporative humidifier with a 1000 ft2 coverage area and a built-in humidistat to maintain the desire humidity level. It has a large 4 gallon tank capacity and a three speed fan to deliver the humidified air throughout the room. The units are made in the USA but they use basic mechanical dial controls.

Westinghouse

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China by Star Glory Limited and the units can be purchased on Amazon but their warranty is not very good. They offer a 28 inch tower model with an oil diffuser and a 250 ft2 coverage area as well as humidifier/air purifier combo units. The combo units have an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier combined with sterilization technology. They have a smart sensor for control of the unit as well as a remote control for convenience.

WINIX

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in South Korea and can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The L60 model is an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier with a built-in night light and it is for smaller rooms while the L200 model offers both warm and cool mist options. The L200 features their LightCel technology using UV light to sanitize the water and they have a oil diffuser for aromatherapy.

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