'Tis the season of sweater weather, cozy meals and pumpkin spice everything! Unfortunately, the colder months also bring with them low humidity levels (and indoor heating) that can leave you with dry skin, chapped lips, itchy eyes and dry sinuses, among other things.
Using a humidifier during this season is a great way to combat dry indoor air and keep your skin and airways from feeling like a dried-up sponge. If you're in the market for one, here is a roundup of some of the best humidifiers that can help turn your home into a moisture-filled oasis:
Levoit Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier
Levoit's Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier features both warm and cool mist settings that can be programmed to time-release soothing mist according to your temperature preference. Its near-silent operation ensures that you can peacefully doze off even when the device is placed a foot away from your bed while the large 1.5 gallons (6L) tank means that you won't have to worry about refilling for up to 36 hours. In addition, the filterless humidifier also includes a built-in sensor that intuitively gauges humidity levels and makes adjustments for round-the-clock comfort. Bonus: Its wide tank opening makes the humidifier easier to clean and refill.
Honeywell Cool Moisture Humidifier
Honeywell's minimalistic cool mist humidifier offers two simple settings to adjust moisture and sound levels according to your preference. Ideal for small to medium-sized rooms, it humidifies the air quickly and can run for up to 18 hours per filling. Plus, its wicking filter captures minerals from the water, preventing the buildup of white mineral dust on the humidifier's surface and its components.
Vicks Filter-Free Cool Mist Humidifier
Say goodbye to a stuffy nose and scratchy throat with this filter-free humidifier that comes with insertable Vicks VapoPads to help you harness the wellness benefits of soothing aromatherapy blends. With its 1.2 gallon tank, the ultrasonic humidifier quietly releases cool mist for up to 30 hours. Plus it features a compact design and an auto shut-off mode—making it an ideal choice for medium-sized bedrooms. Besides being easy to use, the wide tank opening ensures that it is easy to fill and clean as well.
Canopy Clean Technology Humidifier
Instead of releasing warm or cool mist like its conventional counterparts, Canopy's innovative humidifier emits UV light-filtered, moisture-infused clean air to combat dry skin, nosebleeds, flu and allergies. Its smart sensors monitor humidity levels for optimal comfort while the unique anti-mold technology inhibits mold growth. In addition, the parts that require regular cleaning can be safely tossed in the dishwasher for hassle-free cleaning and maintenance. Equipped with a built-in diffusion system, the compact humidifier is suitable for indoor spaces of up to 500 square feet.
Carepod Stainless Steel Humidifier
With its compact and stable body and whisper-quiet operation, Carepod Stainless Steel Humidifier is the perfect humidifier to add to your bedroom. The FDA-approved device features three distinct mist settings with a built-in timer—making it pretty easy to use. Its simple and sleek filter-free design means that clean-up would be a breeze—something many humidifier users struggle with. The RoHS-certified humidifier can effectively hydrate indoor spaces up to 500 square feet. Plus, it uses ultrasonic cool-mist technology, making it a safe choice for homes with kids and/or pets. Oh, and it's invented by a medical doctor, so you can feel confident about its wellness-boosting benefits.
If you're looking for a humidifier for your entire home, look no further than Aircare's powerful MA1201 that can effectively humidify indoor spaces of up to 3,600 square feet. The evaporative humidifier includes several smart features like an adjustable humidistat, indicators for a water refill and checking wicking filter and auto shut-off that make it easy to operate. Plus it has a built-in auto setting that allows the fan to adjust according to the programmed humidity level for round-the-clock comfort.
Crane Drop Cool Mist Humidifier
This ultrasonic cool mist humidifier is one of the quietest ones in the market. Its adjustable 360° mist lid, auto shut-off safety feature and stable body made with anti-microbial material which reduces mold and bacteria growth makes it a great choice for kids' rooms and nurseries. Ideal for small to medium-sized rooms, the filterless device has a one-gallon tank that allows it to run smoothly for up to 24 hours—so you don't have to worry about refilling in the middle of the night. Plus it's available in seven cool styles so you can pick the one that matches your room's decor.
Hey Dewy Portable Facial Humidifier
Hey Dewy's mini ultrasonic humidifier quietly restores moisture in the air for up to eight hours (16 hours on an Intermittent setting), leaving your skin and hair healthy and hydrated. And the best part? Its portable design means that you can not only keep it on your nightstand but also carry it with you to work, in the car or while traveling.
Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier
This bestselling humidifier from Pure Enrichment features four speed settings and a 360° mist nozzle to maintain comforting moisture levels indoors, based on your preference. Suitable for spaces of up to 245 square feet, the compact humidifier can provide hydrating relief for up to 24 hours per filling.