How to choose a humidifier-air purifier: types, tips for choosing + review of the best models

The best humidifiers with air purification function

An air humidifier with an additional cleaning function is ideal for residents of megacities and industrial cities. Many manufacturers supplement their models with an ionization mode.

AIC CF8500

5

★★★★★
editorial score

97%
buyers recommend this product

A powerful multifunctional device designed for ventilation and humidification of the air, its thorough purification, as well as ionization.The humidifier is able to serve rooms up to 40 sq. meters, performance is 210 cubic meters. m. of air / hour.

The design has a built-in UV lamp for disinfection. The model is also equipped with several types of filters: pre-filter, photocatalytic and HEPA.

Advantages:

• the ability to regulate performance;
• several modes of evaporation intensity;
• built-in ultraviolet lamp and ionizer;
• several degrees of purification;
• stylish design.

Flaws:

heavy.

The device has a high power, so it is suitable for rooms with heavily polluted air that require regular cleaning. It will also be useful in the bedroom, where there are cold family members.

Milldom M600

4.9

★★★★★
editorial score

94%
buyers recommend this product

The Milldom M humidifier is very compact, but it can serve rooms up to 110 square meters. m. It actively enriches the air with useful ions and disinfects it. Also, the device produces 600 mg of ozone in 1 hour. Touch control type facilitates interaction with the device. The operation of the system is designed for 12 years.

Advantages:

• ionization and ozonation of air;
• maintenance of large areas;
• touch control;
• low energy consumption.

Flaws:

noisy.

The Milldom M air humidifier is the optimal solution for commercial and municipal institutions: hospitals or marketplaces. Moreover, it is perfect for office work and can be used to prevent colds.

Leberg LW-15

4.8

★★★★★
editorial score

89%
buyers recommend this product

Leberg with cleaning function is ideal for small areas up to 28 sq.m.Although it has a very large water tank (6.2 liters), the consumption is also rather big and amounts to 400 ml per hour. The model has a humidistat, ionization function, water filter.

Advantages:

• additional air ventilation;
• minimum power consumption - only 15 W;
• evaporation intensity control;
• low noise level;
• electronic control;
• child protection.

Flaws:

heavy - more than 6 kg.

The Leberg humidifier is suitable for use in children's rooms. Despite the floor installation, the manufacturer has equipped the model with "child protection". Moreover, the device will find a place in the bedroom or just a small apartment - its quiet operation will not interfere with even the most sensitive sleep.

Ballu UHB-1000

4.7

★★★★★
editorial score

86%
buyers recommend this product

The Ballu UHB-1000 humidifier offers excellent performance at an affordable price. The time of continuous operation of the device is 12 hours, a capacious reservoir of 5.8 liters allows you to refuel less often.

The ionization system and antibacterial filter purify the air, making it as safe as possible. In addition, the humidifier has a demineralizing cartridge that prevents the appearance of lime deposits. There is also the possibility of adding aromatic oils.

Advantages:

• low noise level;
• timer work;
• the presence of an aromatic capsule;
• large reservoir.

Flaws:

• slight odor when filling the aromatic capsule;
• The built-in hygrometer is a little fib.

A beautiful and functional humidifier with warm, but not hot steam, suitable for a bedroom or a children's room. However, it is better to install the device on an elevation - on a windowsill or bedside table, so that moisture settles less on the floor.

Air purifiers with multi-stage filtration

The third five are devices with a multi-stage filtration system.

Table 3. The best air purifiers with multi-stage filtration

Model name	Manufacturer	Peculiarities	price, rub.
AIC CF8500	AIC	Multi-stage filtration	11 200
Mi Air Purifier 2S	mijia xiaomi	Three stages of cleaning, controlled from a smartphone	9 488
ATMOS Vent-1400	ATMOS	4 levels of cleaning	8 990
Ballu AP-110	Ballu	2 stages of purification, UV lamp, ionizer	10 280
Foxcleaner Ion	foxcleaner	4 stages of cleansing	6 490

AIC CF8500

Productive (up to 210 cubic meters per hour) cleaner with 4 degrees of purification. The HEPA fine filter class is H14, the highest. Enough to clean the air in the room up to 40 m2. Equipped with an ionizer and a UV lamp.

Pros:

• high level of air purification;
• convenient control panel;
• ionization and disinfection.

Minuses:

expensive replacement filters.

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2S

It has three levels of cleaning, a smart control panel and a laconic design.

Handles room cleaning up to 37 m2

Pros:

• democratic price;
• controlled from a smartphone;
• can be connected to the "smart home" system;
• cleans the air well.

Minuses:

expensive filters.

ATMOS Vent-1400

Small-sized (25x19.5x13.5 cm) device cleans a room up to 40 squares. It has an average noise level (35dB), indicators that notify of filter contamination. Power consumption - 12W.

Pros:

• effective cleaning;
• silent;
• democratic price.

Minuses:

there is not a single negative review, except for a small remark about the desire to lengthen the power cord.

Ballu AP-110

The unit cleans 200 cubic meters per hour, has air purity indicators.Shutdown works at opening of the panel with the filter, ionizes and neutralizes air.

Pros:

• good filter;
• there is a sleep mode;
• three speeds;
• compact.

Minuses:

You can't completely turn off the backlighting of the buttons.

Foxcleaner Ion

The most budget option in its segment. Equipped with four filters, so it does an excellent job of cleaning the air, designed for a room of 20 square meters. m., has a setting timer up to 12 hours.

Pros:

• two modes of operation;
• easy to manage;
• low cost;
• cleans the air well.

Minuses:

• no child lock
• expensive replacement filters.

Frequently asked Questions

Is an ozone air purifier harmful? Some models are able to ozonize the space of the room, i. disinfect it. The smell of ozone (three-molecular oxygen) is known to everyone who has been outdoors after a thunderstorm and breathed clean air with pleasure. Ozone is an oxidizing agent and in highly concentrated formulations can be harmful to human health. However, purifiers emit it in an extremely negligible amount, which only benefits people. Ozone effectively fights mold fungi and other microorganisms, and is used in medicine for therapeutic and disinfecting purposes. The advantage of gas is the absence of toxins after processing. During chlorination, for example, poisonous dioxin is formed, after ozone - nothing.

Does an air purifier help with allergies in the house? Air purifiers are good for allergies to dust, animal hair, and many other components, because they remove these allergens from the air.You just need to purchase an air cleaner with suitable filters and change them in a timely manner.

Advantages and disadvantages

Each device in its own way improves life in a city apartment. The purifier and humidifier can have additional units and simultaneously perform the functions of both devices.

Humidifier

The humidifier makes the living conditions in the apartment more comfortable, facilitates breathing and partially settles dust, strengthening the human immunity.

Minus - viruses and bacteria remain in the atmosphere. Conditions for their reproduction and human infection are improving.

Purifier

Filters without additional functions simply clean without changing the state of the atmosphere. Allergens, dust mites, bacteria and hair are reduced.

In order for the cleaner to work effectively, it needs:

• power;
• a set of filters of different types;
• timely replacement of filter elements.

Simple purifiers only filter the air. Multifunctional catch harmful substances, moisturize and ionize at the same time.

Purifier - advantages and disadvantages

The purifiers are a fixed installation with a TV-like housing, 2-5 filters and a fan. They are used in large and small rooms - they are mounted in niches, under the ceiling. Cleaners remove various types of contaminants:

• Vapors from powders, detergents and cleaners;
• mold and spores in rooms with high humidity;
• unpleasant odors;
• tobacco smoke;
• microbes and bacteria, allergens.

The masses pass through the filtration system, in which impurities settle, and only clean air enters the outside.

Purifier Filter Types

The use of various filtration systems allows you to remove up to 99.9% of dust, allergens, and specific odors from the air.Modern manufacturers equip devices with filters:

• pre-cleaning or mechanical. Represent a grid that traps particles ranging in size from 5 to 10 microns;
• ionizers. Negatively charged plates that attract dust and positively charged bacteria. They settle, and clean air enters the room;
• water, or sinks. Wet discs are used to attract impurities. Dirt enters a special tray. The filters do not change, it is enough to change the water and pour the accumulations from the container;
• coal. Eliminate organic particles, odors, volatile and semi-volatile chemical compounds at the molecular level. The constituent parts are absorbed by the pores of the activated carbon. The filter is replaced once every 6 months;
• HEPA. They are made of corrugated paper or synthetic material impregnated with an antibacterial composition. Detain impurities with fractions up to 0.3 microns, remove 99.9% of dirt, recommended for allergy sufferers and asthmatics;
• photocatalytic. The filter surface attracts UV rays that break down dust and viruses. The elements have a deodorizing function - they remove the smell of tobacco and other substances;
• plasma. Two metal plates attract dust impurities electrostatically. Filters cannot be replaced.

Purifier filter typesImportant! The type of filter affects the cost of the device.

Pros and cons of operation

Using a cleaner has both positive and negative sides.

Advantages:

• complete cleaning of the premises from dust, odors, allergens;
• filling the room with clean air;
• ease of operation and maintenance;
• the possibility of installation in rooms with an area of ​​40 m2;
• good power.

Minuses:

• works too loudly;
• does not completely destroy fungal spores;
• dries the air in winter;
• filters need to be replaced regularly.

Before buying an air purifier or humidifier, it is important to consider the characteristics of both devices.

The best air ionizers

Such models differ from conventional washes in that, in addition to removing small particles of dust and dirt, they neutralize negatively charged ions, various harmful substances (smoke, microbes, fungi, bacteria, gases, etc.). The best ionizers not only protect against the harmful effects of the environment, but also prevent various diseases. The rating includes brands with wide functionality, powerful work, high ionization efficiency.

AIC CF8005

Despite the optimal price of 6200 rubles, the model is distinguished by the high quality of production materials, an excellent level of performance of options, and a compact assembly. The main task is to clean and ionize the air, floor placement is provided, which means that the action concerns not only the upper part inside the building. There is an indication of inclusion and pollution, so that the user will not wear out the device in vain. The power is 60 W, it is possible to wash the air, and eliminate dust particles and debris. There are regulators for the intensity of evaporation and ventilation, 4 filters, an ultraviolet lamp, a timer.

Advantages

• Electronic type of control;
• Compact size and light weight;
• Ability to monitor filter contamination;
• Destruction of bacteria by ultraviolet light;
• Affordable price.

Flaws

• Noisy operation at maximum power;
• Difficulty changing filters.

Along with the product, there is an instruction in the package, but, unfortunately, not every beginner in such matters will be able to figure it out.Users often emphasize that the device adequately copes with work in a room up to 21 square meters. m., its productivity is 110 cubic meters / h.

Ecology-Plus Super-Plus-Turbo (2009)

The domestic manufacturer pleased with a good model for washing and disinfecting oxygen for a modest price - 4000 rubles. Compact size, nice design, electrostatic filter that does not require replacement, these are not all the positive qualities. The Super-Plus-Turbo air purifier is easy to use, it can be easily washed with soap and water, and then dried. The main tasks are ionization and ozonation, the power of operation is 10 W, and the coverage area is 35 sq. m.

Advantages

• Low price;
• Compact size;
• Sufficient coverage of the territory;
• Non-replaceable filter;
• Low noise level during operation.

Flaws

• Modest functionality;
• No WiFi control.

According to reviews, this is an ionizer that is average in terms of efficiency, it can be used in any room, and in order not to reduce the quality of work, it is advisable to cover doors and windows. It is advisable to wash more often so that there are no unpleasant odors and blockages.

Leberg LH-803

Another inexpensive compact model in black and gray for 4000-4200 rubles. Processing takes place on an area up to 40 sq. m., the power of work is 105 watts. A water replenishment tank is installed inside, so that the device humidifies the air, the flow rate is about 400 ml / h, this on average lasts 15 hours. The efficiency of humidification is 40-80%. Includes filters, demineralizing cartridge, hygrostat.The user can set different operating modes, in addition to ionization, there is aromatization. Installation floor, food from a network.

Advantages

• Quiet execution of functions;
• Night mode of operation;
• Indication of a low level of humidity, water, temperature;
• Wide selection of filters;
• High performance;
• Automatic shutdown in the absence of water;
• Low price.

Flaws

• Does not quite cope with 40 square meters. m., rather serves up to 20-25 sq. m.;
• The sensor and hygrostat do not always show the correct data.

Some users note that the device does not respond to touch controls the first time. It is advisable to use in small rooms, the service dimensions declared by the manufacturer do not correspond to reality.

Modern humidifiers and air purifiers

There are several types of humidifiers:

Traditional

This type of device works on the principle of a porous humidifier. The equipment includes a fan that drives the air mass through the humidified cartridge. Evaporating moisture takes a small amount of heat from the atmosphere of the room. As a result, it is cooled and moistened. Increased humidity leads to a decrease in the intensity of evaporation of moisture from the device, while elevated temperature increases it. So maintaining the optimal level of humidity occurs automatically. To maintain the health of the cartridge, you should use the purest water. Otherwise, it will have to be changed or cleaned more often.

Air wash

These devices combine the properties of porous and film devices.The design is a water pan in which a rotor rotates, recruited from plates that absorb or capture water well. Rotating around the axis, the plates in the lower position are wetted with water, in the upper position they are blown by a fan, moistening the environment. In this case, the dust settles on the wet surface of the plates, and with further rotation, it is washed off with water in the pan. In practice, this device is a water filter and a humidifier in one "bottle". Water quality does not play a special role here. The main condition is that it should not smell bad. By adding flavorings to water, you can achieve some similarity to an aroma lamp, but the effectiveness of such flavoring will not be high. Some popular models can be safely used as humidifiers for a child's room. They are equipped with a child-resistant control system.

The sink has a number of advantages:

• operation without consumables;
• low power consumption;
• does not pose a danger to children;
• not only moisturizes, but also cleans the respiratory mixture of gases.

Steam humidifier

Same as boiling water. Water is brought to a boil by a heating element. The equipment must include a hygrostat. This device turns off the device when the set humidity percentage is reached.

The steam humidifier has the following features:

• saturation of the environment with 100% moisture in a very short period of time;
• evaporation of water cleanses it of harmful impurities, and the moisture that falls on furniture and walls does not leave solid deposits;
• the addition of essential oil makes the steam humidifier a fragrance that is not inferior to the aroma lamp.

The disadvantages of the device include:

• significant electricity consumption;
• an increase in room temperature, which reduces the feeling of comfort in the summer.

ultrasonic humidifier

A new type of humidifier that combines the advantages of nozzle and rotary devices, in which atomization is achieved by the operation of an ultrasonic emitter. A piezoelectric transducer creates ultrasonic vibrations up to 5 MHz, with the help of which microscopic water drops are separated from the water surface, which are carried around the room by a natural air flow. The resulting water mist can be made to move around the room by turning on a household fan. Part of the water mist settles on the furniture, where, after evaporation, traces of particles and compounds dissolved in water (salts, microorganisms, etc.) remain. Similar deposits also fall on the emitter, putting it out of action ahead of time.
Of the advantages of an ultrasonic emitter, the following should be noted:

• rapidly increase humidity to very high percentages;
• low temperature of water vapor (not higher than 20º C);
• The machine makes almost no noise.

Of the shortcomings, the following are especially noted:

• the device requires the use of distilled water;
• saturation of the atmosphere of the room with all impurities from the composition of the water: hardness salts, spores and other hazards;
• high water consumption and small tank volume.

Air washers: cleansing and moisturizing

Today, two types of air washers are common: conical ones, which create a water curtain, and disk ones, which form a thin water film during rotation and collect various impurities in the air. The peculiarity of this type of air purifier is that they qualitatively perform the function of a humidifier.Some models are equipped with a hygrometer (humidity meter) and operate in automatic mode, maintaining optimal 40 - 60% humidity.

Air washer Stadler Form Tom T-001

Air washing effectively cleans the air from various mechanical contaminants larger than 2.5 microns:

• household, street or building dust;
• particles of pile, wool, hair;
• plant pollen.

Objectively evaluating the equipment of this segment, we can conclude that their effective area of ​​​​use is easy cleaning and maintaining a comfortable level of humidity. The device is suitable for rooms with a low concentration of gases or odors. The aromatization function will help to fill the house with a pleasant aroma, but water filters do not adsorb gas molecules. In rare cases, washes can be used for allergy sufferers, as they are not able to fully neutralize all types of irritants.

• high-quality purification from dust of large and medium sizes;
• natural humidification, forced air aromatization;
• some models are equipped with an ionizer;
• low maintenance costs - replacement of water, filter elements, purchase of essential oils;
• environmental friendliness.

• maintaining the efficiency of use requires regular cleaning;
• big sizes;
• medium or high noise level (depending on the model);
• the device is powerless against fine dust, smog, exhaust gases, tobacco smoke.

2 Selection guide

Considering the availability of the widest range of climate control equipment on sale, the issue of how to choose air purifier for at home, requires detailed study. You should not rely on the recommendations of the sales manager.Many of them are interested in the implementation of expensive units with obviously unnecessary functionality, so we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the video below, which will help you make the right choice.

Finding out on your own which air purifier is better is quite possible, and even necessary. First of all, you should study the main criteria for choosing a device, and secondly, additional functions. The choice of an air cleaner is a responsible task, involving a consistent assessment of each criterion.

Air purifiers with ionization function

Devices of this design have

It also turned out that air with electrical saturation can easily perform high-quality and useful work. If you choose a plate or a frequent metal grate, and then electrify it, then it will easily attract dust to itself, moreover, of various microscopic sizes (which no modern vacuum cleaner filter can handle). Such a system is capable of performing the function of an air purifier.

In the tank of the ozonizer, the air is not easily ozonized, but it is also well and efficiently cleaned. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to drive it under a certain pressure (as in the model of an air cleaner with dry filters) - the circulation of the air mass that occurs when households walk around the house or a simple draft from the window is enough. Dust is easily attracted to the air cleaner on its own.

If the drug were created now, then scientists would definitely use the word nanotechnology. It works so efficiently and purifies the air, having only a simple electric field and at the same time deftly holding even the most microscopic dust particles.When the device works together with other devices, a stream of ozone-saturated air develops, which can easily neutralize both water from impurities and food products from chemistry.

Secondary functions

To make operation convenient and safe, manufacturers equip devices with the following options:

• night mode - in order not to interfere with rest, one click reduces noise and reduces the brightness of the backlight;
• shutdown timer - useful to set the time after which you want the device to turn off;
• sound signal - serves as an additional indicator to notify the user about the state of the unit;
• shutdown in the absence of water - as soon as the tank runs out of liquid, the activity automatically stops. This will protect the device from damage, and the apartment from fire;
• shutdown when removing the tank - does not allow you to start working if there is no water tank installed.

For correct functioning, distilled or purified water should be poured into the equipment. This will prolong its service life and delay the time of filter replacement. But it is not always possible or desirable to provide the unit with such a liquid, so manufacturers come up with a variety of systems to purify water from impurities and bacteria:

filters (purification of water, outgoing steam, for softening) - normalize the characteristics of the liquid so that the output is almost sterile steam, which will not harm health and will not leave a white coating on furniture;

“warm steam” mode - water is heated to a temperature of 40 - 80 ℃. This is necessary to “kill” microorganisms and purify the air.In some devices, the following order is provided: the liquid inside is heated, but it can be adjusted so that the steam at the outlet is still cold;

• ultraviolet cleaning - radiation is guaranteed to remove pathogens, preventing them from entering the room;
• anti-calc system - facilitates maintenance of the device and protects internal parts from the appearance of lime deposits.

The presence of all these resources, however, does not eliminate the need for constant care of the humidifier: cleaning, replacing filters and membranes.

Pros and cons

Like any household appliances for the home, climate complexes have their advantages and disadvantages. The positive side is economy. If other cooling devices use special liquids that need to be bought in addition, then ordinary cold water or ice is enough in climatic complexes. Also a definite plus is the step-by-step air purification. Conventional humidifiers use only primary filters, while sinks use water as the filter.

Of the minuses, one can note the periodic fan noise and the need to purchase consumables

It is worth paying attention to this in the store. The noise level should be written in the characteristics of the device, and the cost of filters can be asked from a consultant or seller

The principle of operation and the device of the humidifier

The family of air humidifiers has grown significantly due to models that use different methods of evaporating water. But in general, the design looks like this:

1. Tank - a container with filters that you will regularly fill with water.

2.A fan, a heating element or an ultrasonic module are devices that accelerate the evaporation of moisture from a tank and transfer it into the air in the form of a suspension.

3. Control panel with sensors (if any are provided by the design).

4. The body itself - the listed elements are placed in it.

All humidifiers work on the same principle: they draw in dry air from the room, saturate it with moisture in one way or another (some models additionally filter and disinfect it), and then return it back to the room.

As a result of this treatment, it becomes easier to breathe in the house, and dust, germs and allergens are removed from the air.