Find yourself prone to dry skin and irritated sinuses? Low humidity levels in your home could be the issue, and a humidifier could be the perfect solution.
Humidity is a natural moisturising agent and relieves us of dry throats, dry skin, cracked lips and headaches. These problems are worsened in the winter months, as well as summer when air conditioners are blasted all day. Adding humidity to the air counteracts these issues, bringing moisture to your airways and skin, to reduce the occurrence of these common irritations.
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Balanced humidity levels are important – too high and your home is prone to mould and damp, too low and you’re prone to dry skin and allergies. The best way to control and manage humidity levels is with a humidifier.
On top of increasing humidity in your homes, smart humidifiers can track and manage air quality, so all you have to do is turn it on and let it do its job.
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Check out our selection of the best humidifiers, available right now in the UK, to get your home humidity levels as comfortable as possible for you.
The best humidifiers
1 of 6Elechomes Top-Fill Ultrasonic Humidifier 5.5L
This Elechomes humidifier, no-hassle and no-leak design, is super convenient to use and even easier to clean. The humidifier lets you choose between cool or warm mist, so you can have full humidity control all year round. With a large capacity, just over five litres, this humidifier allows for up to 55 hours of continuous use with just one fill, allowing you to work and sleep with ease, without the worry of constantly refilling. Specifications:Capacity – 5.5 LDimensions – 36.4 x 32 x 23.3 cmItem weight – 3.82 kgSpecial features – ultra-quiet sleep mode, remote control, dual 360-degree spray nozzles, 3 level mists, warm and cool mist functions, top-fill design, detachable water tank, child lock, timer and aroma diffuser functions.
2 of 6Philips Series 3000i 2-in-1 Purifier and Humidifier
Breathe the difference with this smart humidifier and air purifier all-in-one, featuring NanoCloud technology. NanoCloud technology ensures superior performance and hygienic humidification, for up to 600ml/h, preventing wet spots and white dust. Using the Air Matters app, you can track, monitor and control your indoor air quality, anywhere and anytime. Specifications:Dimensions – 80 x 49 x 39 cmItem weight – 8.42 kgSpecial features – three auto modes: general, allergen and sleep, 2-in-1 mode, Air Matters app control, Alexa voice control, AeraSense technology – detects potential risk levels of air allergens and 4-level humidity settings.
3 of 6Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool Smart Air Purifier
Dyson leads the home appliances market with the latest technologies and innovative designs, built to make life just that little bit easier, and this smart humidifier is no different. Featuring multi-stage air purification and real-time air quality monitoring, this is as smart as a humidifier could get. Specifications:Capacity – 5 LDimensions – 92.3 x 31.2 x 15.5 cmItem weight – 8.29 kgSpecial features – 3-in-1 air purifier, fan and humidifier, Dyson Link app control, Alexa voice control, 10-speed settings, timer, night-mode and sleep timer, breeze mode, air multiplier technology and remote control.
4 of 6Homasy Cool Mist Humidifier 4.5L
Small but powerful, this cool mist humidifier is perfect for your bedroom - with night sleep-mode, you could even have it on your nightstand. The two efficient mist nozzles allow for 360-degree adjustable rotation, so you can easily target specific areas of each room. Reliable and budget-friendly, this humidifier is perfect for households with pets and smaller homes. Specifications:Capacity – 4.5 LDimensions – 23.09 x 19.1 x 30.68 cmItem weight – 1.36 kgSpecial features – easy refill, 360-degree rotatable nozzle, whisper-quiet operation, adjustable three-level mist and sleep mode.
5 of 6Stadler Form Humidifier Oskar
Energy-saving and efficient, this humidifier provides precise humidification and reduces power consumption, with automatic switch-off when empty. Practically silent and invisible, the Oskar humidifier provides optimal hygiene and freshness with ease. Its innovative design also allows for use with essential oils, so you have a humidifier and aromatherapy diffuserall-in-one.Specifications:Capacity – 3.5 LDimensions – 24.6 x 24.6 x 29 cmItem weight – 3.1 kgSpecial features – humidistat, quiet night mode, suitable for aroma diffusion – fragrance dispenser, automatic switch-off and LED control lights.
£167.00
6 of 6Babymoov Hygro Plus Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier
Designed to promote easier airflow and breathing for babies, this cool mist humidifier regulates the safest humidity levels, recommended for little ones. Using silent and ultrasonic technology, it continuously humidifies and refreshes the air to help babies breathe better, whilst ensuring the air is healthy while they sleep. With seven built-in coloured night lights, creating the ultimate soothing atmosphere in the nursery has never been easier. Specifications:Capacity – 3.8 LDimensions – 26.8 x 24.2 x 35 cmItem weight – 750 gSpecial features – regulated humidity levels, 360-degree adjustable mist outlet, multi-coloured night light, essential oil diffuser, automatic shut-off and a touch screen – backlit for easier use.
£69.99
- Rrp: £89.99
All of these humidifiers have been hand-selected by What's The Best shopping experts. Our team has spent hours investigating and researching, so you can choose the best one. Plus, we'd never recommend a product we don't believe in.Find out why you should trust us here.
FAQ:
Will a humidifier help with allergies?
Humidifiers can help to ease allergy symptoms and allergy-induced asthma. Keeping humidity levels well-balanced can keep nasal passages clear, giving your body a much easier time purging allergens. 2-in-1 humidifiers with air purifiers are great for killing bacteria in the air, ensuring the air we breathe is as clean as possible and free of any allergens like dust.
How does a humidifier work?
Humidifiers work by emitting water vapour into the air - this process adds moisture into the air, which will work to relieve any dryness and irritations, commonly associated with low humidity.
Are humidifiers and diffusers the same?
Humidifiers and diffusers share a few of the same processes but are by no means the same. A diffuser is typically a lot smaller and designed to be used with aromatherapy and essential oils. Whereas, a humidifier is generally a large device, designed to increase moisture levels in the air and maintain well-balanced humidity levels.
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