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HoMedics Personal Ultrasonic Humidifier 200 ML Reservoir 4 Hour Runtime Travel Size Single Touch Operation Whisper Quiet Includes AC USB Adaptors BONUS 3 FREE WICK FILTERS
Last Updated: March 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
5.8
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
468
Old Reviews
237
Unverified
80
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9.75 meters
SIZE
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USB
Review Analysis - 151 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Product Reliability
32working, month, week, wick, stopped
+13%
-88%
" ... Quit working after 2 uses ... "
" ... Unfortunately it didn't even last a full month. ... "
" ... Waste of money, less than a month stops working. ... "
" ... already stop working ... "
" ... Have had this for only 2 weeks. ... Loved it at first and today it stopped working altogether! ... I replaced the wick thinking that was the issue and it worked for 2 minutes then stopped again. ... "
" ... Stopped working after a week ... "
" ... The humidifier stopped working after about a month or so. ... "
" ... This is the second one that I have purchased, the first lasted only 3 months, the completely stopped working, so I ordered a second on in Sept 2017. ... Worked fine for the first month, then the mist slowed down the output. ... "
Size
18size, desk, desk at work, travel, humidifier
+83%
-17%
" ... it’s the perfect size for us. ... Great for a small space. ... "
" ... I love the compact size and use it with colloidal silver when I feel a cold or flu coming on. ... "
" ... Small and compact. ... "
" ... I am so happy with this purchase I am buying another for travel. ... "
" ... Great for work desk. ... "
" ... This humidifier is so cute and small. ... It is a great addition to my desk at work. ... "
" ... Perfect size and does its job. ... "
" ... My office is a decent size, and I keep this on the desk right near me. ... "
Cleaning
13filter, oils, cleaned the unit, cleaned, use essential oils
+15%
-85%
" ... As soon as I turned the product over the packaging says DO NOT USE WITH ESSENTIAL OILS. ... "
" ... changed filter, cleaned it, still nothing. ... "
" ... Cleaned it, changed filter but didn't help. ... "
" ... Cleaned the unit per the instructions, and did not change. ... just brought it home to clean, and went to clean it with vinegar and it will not start. ... "
" ... Highly toxic plastic-metal smell even after airing it out over a week and washing it. ... "
" ... Not sure if the nozzle is clogged or if the internal fan is too weak. ... I used distilled water and cleaned the unit after each use too. ... "
" ... I have gone through two of them now, as the first one finally bit the dust. ... If you flip it, the water runs out and makes a mess. ... "
" ... I tried a new wick and cleaned the unit with vinegar as recommended in the instructions and still nothing. ... "
Build Quality
10plastic, bottom, week, water, top
+10%
-90%
" ... After so many times of twisting the top from the base the pieces from the base begin to crumble and fall into the bottom portion where the water is stored. ... "
" ... Broke after two weeks ... "
" ... the plastic part attached to it broke and it cannot dismiss water vapor anymore. ... "
" ... This product leaks because the rubber seal is poor. ... "
" ... This product I've only had for a week and it doesn't screw onto to the bottom piece easily. ... I've already cracked the front and back of the machine. ... "
" ... Highly toxic plastic-metal smell even after airing it out over a week and washing it. ... "
" ... This thing broke on me. ... "
Returns
9return window, returning, replacement wicks, comes with two
+22%
-78%
" ... I AM RETURNING IT. ... "
" ... It conveniently starts malfunctioning 2 days after the return window. ... "
" ... Very sad I had to return this item. ... "
" ... Didn’t get a chance to return it and once I did I realized my return window had expired. ... "
" ... Too much trouble to return so I put it in the trash. ... "
" ... Maybe I received a lemon but for $15 dollars it would be more of a hassle to return. ... "
" ... Died after a few weeks of use - just after the return window closed. ... "
Sound Quality
8whisper quiet, output, noise, mist, desk
+63%
-38%
" ... My co-worker and I both love the fact that it is whisper-quiet. ... "
" ... It's super quiet and the output is amazing. ... "
" ... Quiet and effective - better than I expected. ... "
Price
8waste of money, waste your time, time or money, worth, hassle
+25%
-75%
" ... Don’t waste your time or money on this one. ... "
" ... And, as another user said, too much of a hassle to return for the price. ... "
" ... Waste of money. ... "
" ... waste of money. ... "
" ... Waste of money. ... "
" ... I wouldn't waste your time or money. ... "
Drying
8office, air, winter, throat, eyes
+100%
" ... We get dry winds where I live and I mostly use it for that. ... "
" ... It is perfect for my desk during the cold, dry Wisconsin winters! ... "
" ... Has helped me tremendously get through this harsh dry winter. ... "
" ... It makes a big difference - my eyes and nose don't get super dry. ... "
" ... I work in a standard office setting and the air is pretty dry, especially in the winter. ... "
" ... It's incredibly dry now that the heat is running. ... "
" ... My wife is very sensitive to dry air and uses this around herself while she is working on the computer and she loves it. ... "
Water Resistance
8mist, wick, vapor, use distilled water, puddle
+25%
-75%
" ... Then started leaving a puddle of water under it every night. ... "
" ... This leaked water all over a dresser and took off the finish. ... "
" ... This item is perfect until you have to twist the top off to refill it with water. ... "
" ... There is a wick that is suppose to absorb water so the misty can spray water. ... "
" ... the plastic part attached to it broke and it cannot dismiss water vapor anymore. ... "
Water Usage
7wick, use distilled water, leaked, filtered water
+29%
-71%
" ... If you flip it, the water runs out and makes a mess. ... "
" ... Very small water capacity, so expect to refill it often with usage. ... "
" ... This leaked water all over a dresser and took off the finish. ... "
" ... This item is perfect until you have to twist the top off to refill it with water. ... "
" ... There is a wick that is suppose to absorb water so the misty can spray water. ... "
Ports
7plug, power cord, power, homedics, computer
+100%
" ... Better than the first version because of auto shut-off and usb cable. ... "
" ... I plug it in to my USB on my computer tower at work, and set it on my desk. ... "
" ... I use the USB cord to plug into my computer and use it as needed. ... "
" ... I love how it has the usb plug. ... "
" ... Like my older one, this Homedics model nominally runs from a USB power source and comes with a USB power cord that is roughly 3 feet long. ... "
For Travel
6worked, trips, traveling
+83%
-17%
" ... I am so happy with this purchase I am buying another for travel. ... "
" ... Perfect for travel. ... "
" ... Bought this for traveling, worked great, works for 4 hours like I states. ... "
" ... Works great for overnight trips. ... "
Ease of Use
6refill, easy to use, clean, use, simple
+83%
-17%
" ... It is very easy to assemble and to clean. ... "
" ... Easy to use, so quiet and useful ... "
" ... Its very easily maintained and easy to refill. ... "
Storage
5space, size, lid, filter
+60%
-40%
" ... Does what it's supposed to do for small space. ... "
" ... Great for a small space. ... "
" ... I use this at work when I run a space heater. ... "
Capacity
4dorm, area, size, room, office
+100%
" ... Perfect for small desk area ... "
" ... Awesome product, and a great convenient size for traveling or a small room or dorm. ... "
" ... Great for college dorm ... "
" ... Works great for a small office/cubebcial office area. ... "
Features
4night, comes, auto shut, stopped, problem
+25%
-75%
" ... Nothing will come out day 2 but light comes on. ... "
" ... The only issue is that it leaks occasionally and has no auto-shut off. ... "
Washer Dryer
4winter, tremendously, sinuses, office, helped
+100%
" ... We get dry winds where I live and I mostly use it for that. ... "
" ... Has helped me tremendously get through this harsh dry winter. ... "
" ... I work in a standard office setting and the air is pretty dry, especially in the winter. ... "
" ... It's incredibly dry now that the heat is running. ... "
Comfort
4water, use, top, throat, nose
+50%
-50%
" ... After so many times of twisting the top from the base the pieces from the base begin to crumble and fall into the bottom portion where the water is stored. ... "
" ... This was a pain to use and didn’t work well. ... "
Controls
3would, stopped, problem, position, months
-100%
" ... The power button would not stay in the on position. ... "
" ... its only illumination is a dim LED under the off/on power button. ... "
Marketplace
3contacted, company, amazon
+67%
-33%
" ... Thank you Amazon. ... "
Delivery
3fast, delivery
+100%
Hair
3right, literally, humidifier, throat
+67%
-33%
" ... I put it on a shelf at my desk and make sure that the cool mist is blowing right at my nose. ... It moistens my nose and throat and it feels great. ... "
" ... I can literally breathe through my nose using the humidifier. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
3easy to use, easy
+67%
-33%
" ... It is very easy to assemble and to clean. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 9.75 meters
Connectivity
USB: Yes