Customer Reviews

Jarden Home Environment Holmes Warm Mist Humidifier

5 star:		(2)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

We just got this humidifier to replace a decades old Bionaire that finally died the other day.
While this has one minor fault, it's quiet, efficient and actually nice looking! Our old unit wasn't as attractive, I admit.
CONS:The capacity on this machine is small, you have to refill at least 3 times a day if you leave the machine on 24/7.
The water makes a very quiet light bubbling sound periodically- it won't keep you awake or distract from daily activities.
PROS: The water tank is easy to manuever- which is much nicer than hauling an immense filled tank around!
The machine is filterless- a light and quick rinse is all that you need to do to keep it clean.
The machine is made in pale, clean colors, and the water tank is almost colorless- this machine looks clean and nice.
The machine has an auto shut off- it won't burn itself out trying to run dry.
Now, I would have spent far more on a machine but saw this one and decided to try it out- we're so happy with it we're buying a second one for the first floor!

After pouring over reviews I decided on this unit for it's size and brand. I previously owned a Vicks (Kaz) brand which worked for a while but started leaking and suffered from excessive hard water build up. Here are the pros and cons of this unit.

Pros
1.) Heater units sits on top and is immersed into the water. The result is there is much less build up on the heater itself. It all falls into the resavoir where it is easily cleaned. This alone is a selling point over other brands.
2.) Large tank, this unit will run the full ten hours on high.
3.) Hydrometer to set desired humidity (see Cons no.2)

Cons
1.) Some noise, although to be fair this is typical for all warm mist humidifiers because they boil water. For me it's soothing except for the ocasional water cooler like 'glub'. If your a very particular sleeper who can't tolerate any noise then stay away from all warm mist humidifiers. to be honest though this is actually kinda soothing.
2.) The heater comes with a 'hydrometer' which should allow you to set the humidity level which you would like to keep the room at. This is a very cool feature if it worked. In my case it never changes (tested it a steamed out bathroom). I'm in the process of contacting Holmes for a replacement I will update on how this goes.

Overall I would buy this unit again, even if the hydrometer didnt' work. However I'm a little miffed at this point.

UPDATE:
Contacted holmes and explained the product fault (told them I tested in a steamed out shower and the humidistat didn't work. They were actually very prompt in sending out a new unit, however they sent out a HM5305 which I guess must be the upgraded version as this one isn't even in stock anymore. Long story short it works well with the humidistat I can set it and it will go on and off as needed. Other than that I give Holmes and this unit high marks.

The product arrived as scheduled so pleased with seller. My husband and I used it one week during our visit to our son's house (guest room is in his basement next to the furnace room). The humidifier definitely helped at night as our throats and noses could attest the next morning. Although the machine was fairly quiet, I'm a light sleeper and kept noticing a "pop pop pop" sound--almost as though someone was popping popcorn.

The tank was clear and held enough water for several night's use. A little awkward to fill because the top isn't flat but not a big problem. I do believe the "warm mist" did make the room feel warmer. One complaint is that there are no markings on the humidity level dial (just lines). Have to guess where to set.

My 2-year grandson now uses the humidifier in his bedroom (second floor). Definitely helps with his congestion as he frequently has colds and stopped up nose.

Humidifier given a 4-star rating due to popping noise (I'm sensitive) and lack of markings on humidity level dial. Would recommend based on features and attractive price.

I'm pretty sure the image displayed on this page is a Holmes 5601 or 5602 model humidifier that has a 1.8 gallon tank ( which has been discontinued, I think). This image that SHOULD BE on this page (see product details section) is a HM5250 that has a smaller 1 gallon tank.

I would rate the old 5601/5602 highly - I could get through the night on one tank of water when set on high. I rate the 5250 lower due to the really small tank that has to be refilled OFTEN when using the high setting.

I didn't expect much for the low price, but still disappointed. The water overflows from the reservoir at the bottom and pours out all over the floor or table. I've tried three times now and the same results. I've followed directions closely. Just a bad design. The plastic is so thin that nothing fits as tightly as it should. I'm returning mine today.

I order this humifier, and received a humifier which did not look anything like the humifier I order. When I compare the items I rceived with the one I ordered, I discovered the one I received cost approximately half as much as the one I oredered. I can not really rate the tem since the company shipped a drastic downgrade (and as for now pocket the difference in cost).

I have forward an email to the company and still awaiting a reply, but I believe this mistake speaks for the company itself.

Having moved to New England just a few years ago, I am still adjusting to the dry winters. We struggled through the first two years but this past winter had record snowfall for our city, and the air was obnoxiously dry. I was getting up every night to drink some water, was still terribly thirsty in the morning, and even started getting nosebleeds after being outside. At that point, I started looking into an affordable humidifier and found this little gem. I was initially worried that it might not be big enough but, upon arrival, saw this was not the case. Because my husband and I both work, we only run this at night, setting it off at about 5-6pm, and letting it run until about 8am. It works like a charm! Very easy to set up, use, and clean. I have NOT been running the small tray through the dishwasher; only treating it to the same diluted vinegar solution that I am using on the other parts. I do, however, follow their disinfecting suggestions once a week. Being totally honest, I don't clean this after every use and (so far) this has not caused problems. There is some discoloration to the white plastic but nothing major and only in the internal mechanism.

We live in a relatively small apartment with an odd layout so this only really keeps our bedroom nice and moist. You would definitely need one per large room unless you have an open floor plan but just popping this is in the bedroom (or living room) should give the most benefit. Cranking it up to the high setting is also great when you have a cold or congested chest!

Now, I can't believe I waited so long to get one!

I was suspicious, not expensive and still good?
I ended up with three of this product, after trying the first one. One for the office, one for my grandaughter's room in her house, one in my bedroom, of course. It does what it says it will do, but there is no built in hygrometer, so you'd better keep it all night on 'low'. The product bubbles as it steams and makes the low bubbling sound every few seconds all night long but I like it; it puts me to sleep. Even my wife who does not like the noise admits it is easy to get used to it. The container is small though good for almost 24 hours on mostly the 'high' setting. Overall, I would still buy it again. Very pleased! (you cannot ask a working good and reliable though cheaper product to have all the amenities of an expensive one).

I just got this Humidifier and it worked great last night. It is very quite and humidified the entire room in no time. I love it!!