LEVOIT - Superior 6000S Smart Evaporative Humidifier

How about now given that it is colder. I have the Levoit Superior 6000S for my medium sized bedroom and it’s incredibly annoying to clean. You need to mix 0.2–0.3 lb (about ½ cup) of pure citric acid with 2 L of water below 140 °F and pour it into the tank. Remove filters, run the humidifier for 30 minutes, then turn it off and discard the solution. Rinse and clean the tank thoroughly. Next, you have to reassemble the humidifier (without the filter), fill with 2 L of clean water, and run it for 5–10 minutes to flush the pump. Rinse again if needed, then fully reassemble and reinstall the filter. This basically needs to be done like once a week. It’s actually extremely annoying and costly because I buy distilled water for it. And I don’t like how you have to run the humidifier that would essentially be shooting citric acid into your environment. So, I’m looking for something that is extremely low maintenance, almost like a dehumidifier is where all you have to do is empty and add more water. Is that how the Sprout is? If so, I will likely buy it. Thanks.

I feel your pain. We moved to Colorado a few years ago and finally found a solution that works. At first I had a whole home unit (AprilAire 600) hooked up to my furnace but since I have a tankless water heater so it will only run when the heat is on which is not long enough to increase the humidity to a decent level. So here is the unit I found on Amazon and for the last 3 days it has put 18 gallons of water into the air in my home and increased the humidity from low 20's to 40%. Not just one room either, my whole home. Let me know if you have any questions. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGR1N9T6?ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_fed\_asin\_title](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGR1N9T6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title) EDIT: Oh yeah, it is an evaporative unit so no white dusk and it is very easy to clean.

Levoit Superior 6000S, an evaporative humidifier. It's a larger one and about $250. Worth the money because it works really well, and because it works well, you can lower your thermostat by a few degrees, say 70+ down to 68, and feel equally warm. I use a small, regular ultrasonic one for the bedroom at night, but leave the Levoit running all day in the living area during winter. Maintains 50% humidity.

I’ve had the levoit 6000s for 2 months now and it is great for my 1200sq ft apartment. Itll keep it at 40%+ if I want it to. I have to refill it about every 36-48 hours but cleaning and refills are easy. The only down side is my windows are old and drafty so I get condensation on them, but that’s unrelated to the brand of humidifier

I have a big Superior 6000S Smart Evaporative Humidifier that works with app control, but I actually never really use their smart control feature, and just set a target. I think it might work as you asked

Got the levoit 6000s evaporative humidifier, 6 gallons. Has been running every day for a year now with no issues. I used to have an ultrasonic humidifier and stopped using it after I found out how dangerous they are (and pretty gross).

Levoit 6000S. Huge tank, evaporative, very quiet on low fan setting. Definitely recommend.

I use a Levoit Superior 6000S humidifier. It’s about $250, but it’s the only thing that works for me. I have a 100 year old house and radiant heat. The boiler is constantly running in the winter and the radiators are baking the moisture out of the air. Takes a room that sits in the 15% humidity range at some points in the winter and brings it back to low 40s. Dumps around 6 gallons a day into the air sometimes, but it works.

You want to keep it around 50% (40-60 is typically fine) and constant is best. However you do that is up to you. I have a hard case with Humidipaks for the summer and they do a great job. Rock solid right around 50%. In the winter, my house often falls to 10% humidity due to dry weather and the heater running constantly, so I also have a Levoit smart humidifier with a 6 gallon reservoir that I put in the room with my guitar and piano and that keeps it between 45 and 50 percent all season.

I’ve been using a Y&O steam humidifier, and I honestly love that it doesn’t use a filter. It boils the water first, cools the steam down, and then releases clean mist, so I don’t have to worry about bacteria or mold. I used to have an Levoit cold-evaporative humidifier, but its filter was always damp and would get moldy if I didn’t replace it fast enough, which ended up causing me some respiratory issues.

I don’t have any context for the Carepod models, but I do own the Levoit 6000S and I’ve been really happy with it. I’m so glad I went with the evaporative style instead of ultrasonic.  This will be my third winter using it, and the filters last me the whole season (about 3–4 months. I’m in the south, so I don’t run heat as much as someone up north might). I haven’t had to deal with any mold or funky buildup either, which was a big concern for me when I was shopping too. I think both brands you’re considering are solid though. I just checked. The Humidifiers subreddit has a [post on reputable humidifier brands ](https://www.reddit.com/r/Humidifiers/comments/1ffuk7n/humidifiers_complete_product_list_features/)and both Levoit and Carepod are on it. That thread might be worth a look if you’re still deciding.

Not sure I would put any humidifier into the BIFL category, but I’ve had the Levoit 6000S for two years and I’ve been really happy with it. You say you live in a studio apartment though, so it would likely be overkill for you.  If you’re still shopping, the other commenters are right, you need to know the size of your space. Then, you can use the [humidifier comparison tool](https://www.reddit.com/r/Humidifiers/comments/1ffuk7n/humidifiers_complete_product_list_features/), also pinned at the top of the Humidifiers subreddit to sort by models that match your size and space.

I use an evaporative cooler. Tap water runs into a trough with perforations in it that drips on filters. The minerals get trapped in the filter so all it puts out is water vapor. Holds 6 gallons so you have to be smart about where you fill it so you don't accidentally dump the tub or fab up a hose and leave it in place. I have mine next to my wood stove, keep it at 40%RH, and have to refill it every 4 days or so. Every third refill it so I wash the tub with soap and water followed by a good rinse. There is a more extensive cleaning process in the manual. It's a Levoit 6000s and depending on the size of your space you may need to go with a smaller unit but in the Winter in 2k sf it's perfect.

I'd suggest you read the Amazon reviews on the EV3 before pulling the trigger. I tried an EVAP40 and found it to be poorly made and not very well designed. I'm on my 3rd season with a Levoit 6000s next to my wood stove and couldn't be happier. I know it's pricier than the Vornado but you save on filters since, if cared for properly, they'll last the entire season. The Vornado wicks need to be replaced monthly.

Levoit 6000s. I'm on my second year with it, works perfectly.

Yeah, I’d say the HCM-350 is too small for what you’re trying to cover. It’d be better suited for just one bedroom, so you could just buy another identical model. I have the Levoit 6000S and I love it. It would definitely handle your setup. I keep mine in the living room, and it does a great job. The tank is huge, so I only need to fill it about every three days. Refilling takes maybe five minutes, but the hose hooks up to the tap easily enough. Levoit also makes a smaller one called the Sprout, though I’m not sure what the room coverage is on that. If you want to compare options, there’s a big database pinned on the r/Humidifiers subreddit that compares all Humidifiers brands and makes it easy to sort by size and coverage area so you can find something that fits your space.

Levoit 6000S I live in NYC. My place is below 15% humidity most of the winter because I’m high up (heat rises) and my building cranks out the heat from early Oct well into spring. It’s miserable. I suffered migraines and nose bleeds for years. I hate white noise so wanted the quietest option. I tried so many ultrasonic ones but they didn’t put a dent in the low humidity. Also white dust was created and my gas stove flame was red instead of blue because of the minerals in the air. I didn’t like that because stuff was in the air yet humidity same? Just seemed not right to me lol Anyway I finally found a solution! Levoit 6000S. It’s not silent by any means when on high fan but once I crank it up and get my room to desired humidity then I can lower it to medium fan (even low sometimes) to maintain humidity. If you’re only worried about raising bedroom humidity and can shut your door then you will have all the humidity your heart desires with this machine. I also like that it’s not messy. It’s super easy to clean. You can use tap water. And you can soak the filters in citric acid to clean them so they last longer. No need to buy replacements regularly. It is pricey. I got mine used off marketplace for $75. Maybe you could find used one too. I’m sure humidifiers are popular in Colorado! Good luck.

I have a recently remodeled 100 year old house. Not the draftiest place I’ve lived in but it’s not hermetically sealed. Just ordered two Levoit 6000S units, one for each floor! Not cheap at all but I like the castors and the huge reservoir. All of the crown molding in my house is cracking and my wife and kids are suffering from dry throats so I hope these do the job.

I use the Levoit 6000s. Love it. Keeps my 2000 sqft house in mid 40%. I refill it every couple of days but was able to get rid of each individual room humidifer. The filters get mineral buildup quickly here though.

I just got a LEVOIT smart one so I don’t have to manually turn it on and off. AFAIK the only benefit of using distilled water would be less hard water build up inside. I don’t worry about that personally because you can just clean it with distilled white vinegar when the build up gets bad.

I have a Levoit smart humidifier. It has an app where I can check the humidity and it turns itself on and off depending on the current room humidity. It was under $100.

I have the same one. The app makes it super easy, you can also set it on a schedule.

We have had the same Levoit for about 4 years now, and run it every day once we start using heat in the house. We like it because all the pieces that touch water come apart and can be cleaned, which we do about once a month. We also bought a distiller, which helps keep the mineral buildup down.

I like Levoit as well.

I’ve got a Levoit humidifier too, also live in a super hard water area. I only use distilled water in it to extend its lifespan and avoid having to descale reguarly. I always have distilled water in anyway for some of the more sensitive plants.

I second Levoit. All 4 of my humidifiers are Levoit

I swear by Levoit humidifiers. We have a smaller one in the bedroom and the big Oasis Mist in the living room.

I have been through 5 humidifiers in the last 3 years, but my Levoit is going strong. I second this recommendation.

At that price they won't be BIFL, but you can still get some decent stuff. Here's some options for the small room: [https://hiarthur.com/?share=32b1481c-32d8-49e0-8920-d721a2991666](https://hiarthur.com/?share=32b1481c-32d8-49e0-8920-d721a2991666) And here's some for the big room: [https://hiarthur.com/?share=af627ced-d4a3-4d79-948e-9673beb00d6b](https://hiarthur.com/?share=af627ced-d4a3-4d79-948e-9673beb00d6b) If you want it strictly under 150, you can get the Dreo combo. If you're willing to spend a bit more, get the Levoit - it'll be a big step up.

I use a Levoit humidifier but I only use it because of my alocasia and lemon tree. My monsteras don’t care about humidity. I mist the leaves every other day just because. My local big box hardware store has huge evaporative humidifiers (much better than ultrasonic because you can use tap water) for $120. They use these wicking filters that are replaceable. It’s designed for a space 2,000 sq ft. That’s what I’ll be buying soon. It’s called Essecks Aircare. Vevor also has a commercial one for about $100. My small Levoit basically does nothing to change the whole home humidity. I have the vent port dumping directly onto my two needy plants. I’d get the Aircare if I was you. A small humidifier is almost $100 anyways.

I use a levoit and stick to distilled water and no problems so far! I also use stratia lipid gold + another layer of moisturizer on top. But I find that making sure you put a hydration layer BEFORE barrier repair + moisturizer is really important. I mist my face with Avene thermal spring water, and then apply 2 layers of K-Beauty toner to my face. While my face is damp, I’ll apply a hydrating serum. And then while my face is 50% absorbed of the hydrating products, I put stratia lipid gold + moisturizer on top. If I just use stratia lipid gold + moisturizer, my face feels tighter/dry in the morning.

This.  I don't have a washer and dryer hookup so bought a comfee portable washing machine that hooks to my sink and does an amazing job spin drying the laundry so I just hang them up to dry in my bedroom. Lately at night the humidity in my bedroom is 20-25% with my Levoit humidifier next to my bed. Do laundry and it'll jump to 60-70% for the night.

And if you’re not looking to spend $400, Levoit makes a great room humidifier that doesn’t leak (like most cheaper models do). $30.

Would NOT recommend the above product! Me and my girlfriend purchased the same but ended up replacing it with a “levoit” which is 100x better.

Our Levoit was a headache the whole time between frequent cleaning and half the time it wouldn’t work (red light of death)