The ideal humidifier steadily spreads moisture around a room, helping you feel better and more at ease. It should work without needing a lot of upkeep or causing damp spots everywhere. Sounds easy, right? Finding one like this can actually be quite challenging.
After testing many humidifiers over the years, we believe the Wi-Fi-enabled Levoit LV600S Smart Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier is one of the best. It's quiet, durable, and more user-friendly than any other model we've tried, with a 1.5-gallon tank that lasts all day.
Our top pick
Levoit LV600S Smart Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier
The Levoit LV600S is strong, quiet, and simple to clean. It has Wi-Fi, a warm-mist option, and unlike most ultrasonic models, it won't make your room too humid.
The Levoit LV600S Smart Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier is the best choice for both you and your baby. It’s low-maintenance, easy to clean, and quickly adds moisture to the air with barely any noise. Unlike other ultrasonic humidifiers, it can shut off before making your room too humid. The top-filling tank is big enough to run all day, and its simple design avoids any tricky spots where mold can grow. The straightforward controls, including a warm-mist option, and smart-home features allow for easy and personalized use. While it can leave a fine mineral dust on surfaces if you use hard or well water, this dust is harmless and easy to wipe away.
Runner-up
Levoit Classic 300S Ultrasonic Smart Humidifier
The Levoit Classic 300S is as strong and dependable as our top choice, but you need the app to access all its features. It does have a handy built-in night-light.
The Levoit Classic 300S Ultrasonic Smart Humidifier works almost as well as our top pick. It has many similar features, like a top-filling 1.5-gallon tank and smart-home functions to stop it from over-humidifying. It also includes a night-light that’s easy to switch off. However, the user interface isn't as user-friendly, and some users have reported that the tank can leak when lifted from the base.
Budget pick
Dreo HM311S Smart Humidifier
The Dreo HM311S is an easy-to-use humidifier featuring smart-home functions and a built-in night-light. It's one of the few ultrasonic models that won’t make your room too humid.
The Dreo HM311S Smart Humidifier is a simple, stylish option that works effectively without breaking the bank. Its top-fill tank and basin are designed with smooth surfaces, making cleaning a breeze. The "auto" setting prevents over-humidifying, and the other controls are easy to use, including a built-in night-light, which is great for a child's nursery. For more control, it also has smart-home features. The 4-liter tank is a bit smaller compared to others, and it may not feel as sturdy, but it comes with a 30-month warranty.
Best High-End
Venta LW25 Original Humidifier
The Venta LW25 is expensive, but it performs exceptionally well with a unique design that needs less frequent cleaning and refilling compared to other models.
The Venta LW25 Original Humidifier stands out for its low maintenance, needing less frequent cleaning and refilling than other options. It uses much less energy and has a larger tank compared to our other picks. However, it is more expensive. Despite the "air washing" claims on the packaging, it doesn't actually clean the air effectively.