TOP 5 budget ultrasonic humidifiers

The Chinese company Xiaomi operates many subsidiary brands that produce products of the same quality as the parent corporation. Thus, in the segment of ultrasonic air humidifiers, the minimalist model Deerma DEM-F628 is in high demand.

Structurally, the device consists of a lower block with electronics and an upper water tank. The 5-liter tank is topped up with water from the bottom, so you can’t do it without removing it. The humidifier consumes water in a volume of 270 ml/h - a full tank is enough for approximately 18 hours of continuous operation of the device. The evaporation performance is adjusted by a mechanical regulator on the front panel of the model.

Deerma DEM-F628 copes with servicing home and office premises with a “square area” of up to 25 m². In parallel with humidification, the device saturates the air with pleasant aromas - the design of the model includes a yellow tray for essential oils. They must be poured carefully, since essential oils corrode the plastic elements of the humidifier body.

The model uses a water disinfection system in a tank based on an ultraviolet lamp. The light from it destroys viruses and pathogenic bacteria. But you won’t be able to open the tank for cleaning from the inside - the humidifier tank is sealed. Deerma DEM-F628 is positioned as a product in the basic price category in a minimalist design. The ultrasonic humidifier solves the assigned tasks with a solid “five”.

“Cecotec BreezeCare 2000 Light is the best doctor for dry environments!” At least, this is the slogan under which the ultrasonic air humidifier of the same name is promoted on the market. Is it really? Let's figure it out.

The compact model from Cecotec is assembled in a cylindrical body with a frosted “glass” water tank in the upper segment. The tank of the device is small in volume - it holds only 1.2 liters of water. Air humidification by supplying cold water steam is carried out for up to 6 hours in a row. If there is no water in the tank, the operation of the device is suspended automatically to avoid damage.

The power of water vapor supply is controlled by a mechanical knob on the front of the device. Below it you can see a small button for turning on the night light in a soft blue hue. The humidifier is intended to be used both as a main role and as a night light with a pleasant glow. The device covers every corner of an area of up to 30 m² with water vapor thanks to the release of fine water particles at 360°.

You can add aromatic oils to the Cecotec BreezeCare 2000 Light tank, which saturate the air with your favorite scents. With its presence, the model not only decorates modern interiors, but also ensures the maintenance of a comfortable level of humidity. In addition, the model captivates potential audiences with its affordable price (even in terms of budget counterparts).

The Noveen UH5500 ultrasonic humidifier automatically maintains a comfortable level of humidity in a serviced room with an area of up to 35 m².

The model is made in the form factor of a white barrel with a hidden info display and a scattering of touch control buttons on the front panel of the case. The device screen displays data on the humidity level in the room and visualizes the settings of the auto-shut-off timer, which is set for an interval of up to 12 hours. The built-in hygrostat allows you not only to see the current humidity levels, but also helps to maintain the specified microclimate parameters in automatic mode. When the set humidity level is reached, the device turns off automatically.

Ultrasonic technology ensures completely silent operation of the humidifier. The water tank in the Noveen UH550 design holds 4.5 liters of liquid. Considering the nominal flow rate is about 300 ml/h, a full tank of water is enough for a 15-hour marathon of continuous air humidification. If there is no water in the tank, the device stops working. Additionally, at the bottom of the device there is a retractable silicone container for aromatic oils, which saturate the air in the room with pleasant odors.

The image of the humidifier is emphasized by the built-in illumination of the housing, which can be turned on literally with one press of the corresponding button. Noveen UH550 can be used as a night light. In operation, the device consumes only 28 W of power, which means that electricity bills will hardly increase with regular use of the humidifier.

The 2023 debutant in the Xiaomi brand line is a lightweight version of the ultrasonic humidifier Smart Humidifier 2. Compared to this, the device is more compact and more accessible, because it does not have a hygrostat, lighting, aromatization, or support for remote control. At the same time, the model effectively fulfills its main function - it eliminates dryness in small spaces, providing a productivity of up to 300 ml/h.

Xiaomi Smart Humidifier 2 Lite is also equipped with a 360-degree rotating evaporator and simple controls with stepless adjustment of the water mist supply. It also has a laconic, stylish design, which has already become the hallmark of the brand.

The humidifier is equipped with a 4-liter water tank, so when fully filled, refueling will not require more than 13 hours. And at minimum evaporation rates, the continuous operation time will be more than a day (30 hours). Features of the model include top water filling. Moreover, this can be done instantly without touching the top cover or removing it. Plus, the tank can be easily removed from the base, for example, for filling under the tap, but you need to take into account that the device is sensitive to water quality, like all ultrasonic models.

There is a fill indicator on the outside of the tank, and on the inside it is coated with silver ions, which have an antibacterial effect (the elimination of 99% of pathogens is claimed). In addition, the collapsible design and wide opening of 18.5 cm makes it easier and more efficient to clean the internal walls.

The device is not very quiet (maximum 38 dB), which can be considered a disadvantage. Otherwise, Xiaomi Smart Humidifier 2 Lite is an easy-to-use humidifier without anything extra “on board”.

Climate control equipment from Cooper&Hunter has won the hearts of users in many parts of the world. The CH-2550T Grenada ultrasonic air humidifier from the brand’s portfolio maintains normal humidity levels in domestic and office spaces up to 30 m².

The model pumps the required level of relative moisture content and maintains it automatically. The current humidity value is displayed by two numbers on the info display in the front panel of the device. The unit's on-board hygrostat is set to maintain humidity in the range of 45% to 65%. The model's tank holds 5 liters of water, which is poured from above. When spraying water mist at a rate of 250 ml/hour, a full tank of water is enough for approximately 20 hours of non-stop operation of the humidifier.

The device controls are represented by touch buttons with intuitive icons. By tapping on them, you set the level of water vapor spray performance, set the auto-shutdown timer, turn on the sky-blue backlight of the case and the night mode of operation of the device. All indications are turned off in night mode so as not to disturb the light sleep of household members. Also, the humidifier operates almost silently.

The design of the Cooper&Hunter CH-2550T Grenada included an aroma capsule into which essential or aromatic oils are supposed to be added. In parallel with humidification, the device saturates the air in the room with pleasant odors. From the spout of the device, aromatized water vapor is sprayed 360°, which ensures uniform maintenance of the required level of humidity in all corners of the “square” being served.