I bought this in early 2016. At that time it was about $52 and filters were going for about $10.50. I had read some very good, non-Amazon reviews on this unit which is why I bought it.
Up until that time I had been using a Vick's Cool Mist humidifier. I didn't love that humidifier because it needed regular cleaning/sanitization and because it created white dust (small mineral dust from the minerals in the water) in the room where it was used. It was hard to clean due to several nooks & crannies. In the process of cleaning that Vick's humidifier, I got some water in the motor and it became quite noisy, thus prompting its replacement.
Two years later, I find that I need to clean this Honeywell unit a lot less than the Vick's unit. That's good. I also need to dust a lot less, also good. One downside is that the performance of the unit can really decline as the filter ages. Sometimes the dropoff is quite steep. Maybe the filter lasts 6 weeks, maybe 2, maybe longer if I start buying distilled water for it or if I start cleaning it regularly (but what's the point of spending time and effort on tending to the filter if I'm using the filter to save time and effort?). The second downside is the cost. The unit is now close to $70 and the filters are over $15. The Vick's Cool Mist humidifier is only $36. Buying a new Vick's unit every 3 months is starting to seem like the logical way to go.
Update 9/6/18 - This summer the filters are selling for less than $7, and even cheaper with Subscribe and Save. If you do choose to buy this humidifier, you may be well served to stock up on filters during the summer.
Update 12/10/18 - At this moment, the regular price of the filters on Amazon is $22.93. Unbelievable!
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EASY TO FILL, CLEAN AND CARRY
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THREE SPEED SETTINGSAdjust moisture output and sound level. |
WICKING FILTERWicking filter captures minerals in the water and helps prevent white dust in areas with hard water. |
The humidifier's scientifically proven process uses a patented Ultra-Violet light technology to kill up to 99.9% of bacteria, mold, fungus, and virus in the unit's water. The moisture the humidifier emits is virtually free of germs.
- Untreated tap water flows from the water tank into the UV water path where it is exposed to ultra-violet light which kills mold, bacteria, fungus and virus.
- The sanitized water enters the base where it is absorbed by the wicking filter.
- Dry indoor air is drawn through the filter absorbing the moisture.
- Up to 99.9% Germ Free moisture is emitted into the air as a fine visible mist.
Note
Essential oils should not be used in humidifier tanks. Only water should be put in the tank of the humidifier.
Customer Questions & Answers
Customer reviews
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Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2018
Color: WhiteStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2018
Maintainance/Cleaning:
• Can be cleaned thoroughly. The bottom tray and tank can be placed in the dishwasher or can easily be scrubbed by hand because the hole in the tank is large enough to fit an arm through. I clean it in the dishwasher without detergent and turn off high heat/sanitize and heated dry to avoid melting the plastic. The large opening in the tank also makes it pretty easy to dry the inside of the tank to deter mold growth. However, there's one spot inside the tank that's not easy to scrub. I has a weird shape where the handle is located. I haven't had mold grow in that spot, but I consider this a design flaw. I recommend cleaning once a week or the tray will get slimy. I've had this happen when I missed a week.
• I do recommend cleaning the wick along with the tray, tank, and lid weekly, and allowing the wick to dry each day because it definitely can grow mold. My first one did. Once a week, I soak the wick in vinegar, then rinse in water. Every day I remove and wipe out the tank and allow the unit to run until the wick is dry. I haven't had any issue with mold since I started doing this that first year.
• You have to buy wicks. Cleaning them does extend the life of them, but they don't last forever. I'd say mine last a few months before they get hard and begin falling apart.
• The tank lid is NOT easy to clean, and I don't put it in the dishwasher or soak in vinegar because I'm afraid of damaging the rubber seal. I clean with soapy water, a toothbrush, and Q-tips every week. It gets slimy/moldy if I don't. (I also find it difficult to get the lid screwed on tight enough to prevent leaking and have to try several times most times I fill it.)
• As one commenter stated, the fan blades aren't easy to get to to wipe off dust. I've found this issue with every fan I own. I use compressed air cans remove the dust from the blades. This works very well on this unit unlike the tower fan I own. (That commenter also stated that there was mold on their blades, but that's never happened to mine. I only run it at night though, so perhaps if run 24/7?)
Humidity-
• It definitely humidifies my large master bedroom and I notice a huge difference in my throat and sinuses when I use it. However, it's difficult to control the level of humidity. Even on low it seems to cause condensation on the windows. My old unit had a setting for humidity level, but this just has high, medium, and low settings.
Noise-
• This is a difficult one because people vary in their noise tolerance. The fan does make noise even on low. I personally like that because it's a mellow, low-frequency white noise that helps drown out sounds and helps me sleep.
Durability-
• As I stated, I've had it for over three years and it still works great. I use it all night during autumn, winter, and spring.
• The UV light lasted about three years. I recall it working last winter, but I don't think it is now. However, I don't think it really made any difference anyway and it actually damaged the plastic tray around it in the same way constant sun damages hard plastic. This hasn't affected the way the unit works, but I can scrape plastic off with my nail there whick causes me some concern.
Asthetics-
• My opinion is that this thing is big and ugly. It takes up quite a bit of space.
Would I recommend it? Yes if you want something that lasts, that you can clean, that works well and if you're willing to deal with the cleaning and wick replacement. Not if you're looking for something pretty, compact, and/or silent (I think it's pretty quiet, but not silent).
Color: WhiteStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Works well and I like it, but I don't love it.
By Jessie on September 25, 2018
I've owned this humidifier for three and a half years. I purchased it after finding that my ultrasonic humidifier had invisible slime growing inside the tank, so I specifically looked for something I could thoroughly clean and for the most part I haven't been disappointed. Here are my observations and opinions.By Jessie on September 25, 2018
Maintainance/Cleaning:
• Can be cleaned thoroughly. The bottom tray and tank can be placed in the dishwasher or can easily be scrubbed by hand because the hole in the tank is large enough to fit an arm through. I clean it in the dishwasher without detergent and turn off high heat/sanitize and heated dry to avoid melting the plastic. The large opening in the tank also makes it pretty easy to dry the inside of the tank to deter mold growth. However, there's one spot inside the tank that's not easy to scrub. I has a weird shape where the handle is located. I haven't had mold grow in that spot, but I consider this a design flaw. I recommend cleaning once a week or the tray will get slimy. I've had this happen when I missed a week.
• I do recommend cleaning the wick along with the tray, tank, and lid weekly, and allowing the wick to dry each day because it definitely can grow mold. My first one did. Once a week, I soak the wick in vinegar, then rinse in water. Every day I remove and wipe out the tank and allow the unit to run until the wick is dry. I haven't had any issue with mold since I started doing this that first year.
• You have to buy wicks. Cleaning them does extend the life of them, but they don't last forever. I'd say mine last a few months before they get hard and begin falling apart.
• The tank lid is NOT easy to clean, and I don't put it in the dishwasher or soak in vinegar because I'm afraid of damaging the rubber seal. I clean with soapy water, a toothbrush, and Q-tips every week. It gets slimy/moldy if I don't. (I also find it difficult to get the lid screwed on tight enough to prevent leaking and have to try several times most times I fill it.)
• As one commenter stated, the fan blades aren't easy to get to to wipe off dust. I've found this issue with every fan I own. I use compressed air cans remove the dust from the blades. This works very well on this unit unlike the tower fan I own. (That commenter also stated that there was mold on their blades, but that's never happened to mine. I only run it at night though, so perhaps if run 24/7?)
Humidity-
• It definitely humidifies my large master bedroom and I notice a huge difference in my throat and sinuses when I use it. However, it's difficult to control the level of humidity. Even on low it seems to cause condensation on the windows. My old unit had a setting for humidity level, but this just has high, medium, and low settings.
Noise-
• This is a difficult one because people vary in their noise tolerance. The fan does make noise even on low. I personally like that because it's a mellow, low-frequency white noise that helps drown out sounds and helps me sleep.
Durability-
• As I stated, I've had it for over three years and it still works great. I use it all night during autumn, winter, and spring.
• The UV light lasted about three years. I recall it working last winter, but I don't think it is now. However, I don't think it really made any difference anyway and it actually damaged the plastic tray around it in the same way constant sun damages hard plastic. This hasn't affected the way the unit works, but I can scrape plastic off with my nail there whick causes me some concern.
Asthetics-
• My opinion is that this thing is big and ugly. It takes up quite a bit of space.
Would I recommend it? Yes if you want something that lasts, that you can clean, that works well and if you're willing to deal with the cleaning and wick replacement. Not if you're looking for something pretty, compact, and/or silent (I think it's pretty quiet, but not silent).
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Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2018
Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2017
Color: WhiteStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Top reviews from other countries
Road2018
Mold grew on “antimicrobial” filter in less than three months
Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2019Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Mold grew on “antimicrobial” filter in less than three months
Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2019
The filter is advertised as treated with “Protec Antimicrobial that prohibits up to 99.99% of mold growth on the filter.” Mold grew on the filter in less than three months. The humidifier was cleaned regularly.
Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2019
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Ron S.
Works well as long as the filter is in good condition
Reviewed in Canada on November 18, 2019Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Linda Wolynetz
No automatic shut off
Reviewed in Canada on November 13, 2018Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
Amazon Customer
Filling the tank can be a challenge
Reviewed in Canada on January 9, 2020Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
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Works well
Reviewed in Canada on April 21, 2021Color: BlackStyle Name: HumidifierVerified Purchase
