Air humidifier for children – is it necessary and which one is better to choose?

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The best budget humidifiers for children

1	Leberg LH-11	The best ratio of price and quality
2	CS Medica KIDS CS-19h	Charming design, high power
3	Galaxy GL-8005	Safe device with large reservoir
4	Timberk THU UL 28E	The best compact ultrasonic humidifier
5	BALLU UHB-310	Doesn't make noise, doesn't splash

The best humidifiers for children in the mid-price category

1	BEURER LB 50	Best in efficiency
2	Crane EE-7272 Engine	Simulates a toy, suitable for large rooms
3	AIC S031C	Useful ionization function
4	Electrolux EHU 3715 D	High power
5	Philips HU 4802	Large safe device

The best luxury humidifiers for children

1	Xiaomi CJXJSQ02ZM	Better device management
2	Winia AWI-40	Technological filling, easy care
3	Shivaki SHAP-5010B	Humidifier, purifier and ionizer in one model
4	Boneco Air-O-Swiss S450	Multifunctional premium model
5	Philips HU 5930/10	The best air cleaner for children's rooms

A child is not as resistant to harmful bacteria and infections as an adult, so his immune system needs help. In addition to standard methods such as vitamins, nutrition and walks, parents have air humidifiers at their disposal. They have a beneficial effect on the child’s immune system and support its functioning.

The right microclimate promotes healthy sleep and prevents the development of allergic reactions. We looked at humidifiers of different price categories and modes of action, and selected the most suitable ones for children. According to the famous doctor Komarovsky, they do not need many of the functions of devices for adults. For this reason, the rating includes both the most basic units and advanced models.

The best climate systems for a children's room

	WINIA AWM-40	PANASONIC F-VXD50R	AIC S135
Serviced area (sq.m)	30	60	40
Power consumption (W)	22	11	65
Pre-filter
Water filter
Ionization
Water consumption (ml/h)	250	400	500
Water tank capacity(L)	3,5	9	2,7
Hygrostat
Control	mechanical	electronic	electronic
Air purity control
Low water level indicator
Filter clogging indicator
Display
Noise level (dB)	50	22	54

Winia AWM-40 - best functionality

+ Pros of Winia AWM-40

• The water tank is quite large - nine liters. It lasts for a day with constant switching on. In “auto” mode – for forty-eight (or even sixty) hours.
• The design is simple, the menu is clear and convenient.
• If necessary, the drum can be easily disassembled using the included key and cleaned.
• The operation is very quiet - not only at the first, but also at the second speed of the unit’s fan you can’t hear it.
• The Korean assembly is excellent, the plastic from which the body and other parts are made is of very high quality.
• Filling water and cleaning the tank is convenient and easy.
• The device is able to humidify even a large room, bringing the moisture level to 55%.
• There is an ionization function that allows you to cope with large amounts of dust.
• Having a very accurate hygrometer.
• There is a window in front through which you can see how much water is left in the tank.
• With the help of dampers you can change the direction of the flow of outgoing air.
• The declared processing area is large - up to sixty square meters.

— Cons of Winia AWM-40

• The screen backlight is too bright.
• The ionization option cannot be disabled.
• The display also does not turn off (which sometimes gets in the way at night).
• The warranty is short - only one year. There are few service centers.

Results. This Korean model will be useful in a large-sized nursery. Especially where it is expected that the device will not be turned off for days on end. Even if the child does not sleep well, a quiet humidifier will not disturb him. Convenient operation, high efficiency of humidification and quality of cleaning will allow you to create a comfortable microclimate for your baby without any hassle. This is especially important for weak children.

Panasonic F-VXD50R - Best Performance

+ Pros of Panasonic F-VXD50R

1. Fast and high-quality humidification, many modes, including fully automatic.
2. The presence of sensitive sensors that instantly react to any odors and give a signal to eliminate them.
3. Natural evaporation eliminates the appearance of a white coating on furnishings.
4. Quiet operation (night mode).
5. Air is taken in from the sides and front and exited upwards. This is optimal for a humidifier.
6. The damper allows you to control the flow of outgoing air.
7. Elegant design, low electricity consumption.
8. Instructions in Russian, simple maintenance, excellent build quality.
9. The presence of three long-life filters (designed for ten and seven years of operation).

— Cons of Panasonic F-VXD50R

• Lack of remote control and wheels for moving.
• No child lock.
• The water tank is a little small - its volume is less than three liters.
• The signal LEDs are very bright and make it difficult to sleep.
• Expensive consumables, and the device itself is not cheap.

Results. The smart device is able to work almost autonomously. You just need to fill the tank with water (which is enough for about a night). Sensors quickly respond to unpleasant odors, which are immediately eliminated. The presence of a three-stage filter perfectly removes allergens from the air.

Such a unit will be useful if the child is in poor health and is prone to allergies and colds. The climate complex is used as a stationary humidifier (since it does not have wheels). It is necessary to install the device where the baby cannot reach (there is no blocking) and so that the bright lights are not visible from the crib.

The Best Traditional Humidifiers for a Baby's Room

	STADLER FORM OSKAR O-020	BONECO AIR-O-SWISS E2441A
Serviced area (sq.m)	40	40
Power consumption (W)	18	20
Water consumption (ml/h)	300	200
Water tank capacity(L)	3,5	3,8
Hygrostat
Low water level indicator
Aromatization
Noise level (dB)	26	25

STADLER FORM OSKAR O-020 - best functionality

+ Pros of STADLER FORM OSKAR O-020

1. Very stylish cubic design, compact.
2. Humidification is at a sufficient level.
3. Unpretentiousness to water poured inside.
4. There is a scale for filling the container, as well as a hygrostat.
5. It is possible to use flavoring.
6. Availability of night mode.
7. Little water and electricity are consumed.
8. It is convenient to wash the flat tray.
9. The device can automatically turn on (when the humidity is low) and turn off (when the optimal level is reached).
10. Quiet sounds during operation are reminiscent of the sound of the sea and have a calming effect.

— Cons of STADLER FORM OSKAR O-020

1. Filters (which according to the instructions require changing every three months) are quite difficult to obtain. And they are quite expensive.
2. Inconvenient adding water (this can only be done from a bottle with a narrow neck, for example, one and a half liters).
3. The top grill quickly becomes clogged with dust and is difficult to clean.
4. Productivity is not too high. In practice, the device is enough for ten to fifteen square meters.

Results. This sink is a good budget option for a not too spacious nursery. It does not make noise, does not interfere with the child’s sleep, and naturally raises humidity well. The device is designed for continuous operation and can operate on ordinary tap water. But there is one “but” - when you need to change filters, it requires time, nerves and money.

BONECO AIR-O-SWISS E2441A - ease of use

+ Pros of BONECO AIR-O-SWISS E2441A

1. Very nice design, a little futuristic.
2. Low cost.
3. Compact dimensions for a traditional humidifier.
4. Extraordinary ease of use. You just need to pour three liters of water into the tank and set the switch to the desired mode, choosing one of the two.
5. Night mode is very quiet.
6. Disassembling and washing the device is as easy as shelling pears. After all, strictly speaking, this is just a beautiful plastic bucket with a built-in fan and a filter floating in the water.
7. The fan is located at the bottom, so there is no rattling or vibration (as in sinks).
8. Natural evaporation of water is the key to the absence of a white coating on furniture.
9. It is very convenient to pour water into the tank.

— Cons of BONECO AIR-O-SWISS E2441A

1. At night in quiet mode it is not very effective - only sixty grams of water evaporates per hour.
2. The device is suitable only for small rooms - it can barely cope with an area of ​​thirty square meters.
3. The evaporation filter quickly becomes clogged with salts contained in the water (due to which the performance of the humidifier is noticeably reduced). But it is difficult to buy this spare part in the store, which it is advisable to change once every two months.
4. You should not expect any special air purification (except for the removal of some large dust particles).

Results. This inexpensive device is suitable for a small nursery (up to twenty-five square meters), provided that the problem is only dry air and not severe pollution. Quiet operation will not interfere with your child's sleep - the device can be placed even very close to the crib. But parents may have to run around looking for a filter, which is not always available.

Why do children need air humidification so much?

Normal humidity levels in a child’s room and in rooms where a child stays for a long time play a special role in preserving his health and performance. The body of children differs from the body of adults in that it does not have fully formed protective mechanisms of thermoregulation, the metabolism of all substances occurs at a more intense pace, and the immune defense is several orders of magnitude weaker than that of adults.

All these circumstances make the child more vulnerable to conditions of low or excessive air humidity in the nursery.

Normal air humidity helps increase the baby's defenses against pathogenic pathogens of various respiratory diseases, especially if someone else in the family is currently sick. Dry air also contributes to the loss of moisture from the skin, which will manifest itself as dry skin and mucous membranes and persistent peeling.

Heat exchange processes between the environment and the baby’s body proceed within normal limits, the balance between heat production and heat transfer is not disturbed , making the child feel more comfortable.

In addition to the above, normal humidity levels in a children's room contribute to children's better well-being, vigor, good mood and deep sleep without disturbing its rhythm and dreams.

The child is less capricious and learns better .

The occurrence of allergic reactions to external irritants also

Climate systems and their use for children's

These are air purifiers with several stages of filters for various purposes and a humidification function. The devices are quite solid and cope with their tasks very well. In essence, these are traditional type humidifiers (with cold natural evaporation), equipped with an additional filtration system. They can be equipped with either a conventional evaporative filter or a special aerodynamic design that replaces it.

Thanks to this design, dust (even the smallest) is removed from the air, as well as all kinds of allergens, odors, chemicals, smoke and smog. These devices are almost silent, have many modes and are extremely easy to maintain. They use the most modern technologies for purifying air masses. But you have to pay for everything - devices equipped with all these options are the most expensive.

Such a serious unit will come in handy in a nursery when:

• The child is weak, prone to allergies, asthma or has heart problems.
• The house is located in an industrial area where the air is saturated with exhaust gases and harmful “chemicals”.
• The baby sleeps very poorly, constantly waking up.
• The water used is not of the highest quality.
• You choose only the best air humidifiers for the children's room, and everything else does not matter.

Which model to choose for the nursery?

All the options that have been described are suitable for children. But which model should you choose? This will depend on the results you want to get.

• If you want to buy an inexpensive model, then you should buy a traditional humidifier . It is the most affordable and easy to use.
• Do you want to buy a high-quality device that can purify and humidify the air? Then you better take a closer look at the climate control option, a washing humidifier.
• Do you want to buy a small size model? Choose an ultrasonic humidifier. Steam is also suitable for you.
• If your child is a light sleeper, then a climatic or ultrasonic sleeper will suit you. This technique does not make any loud noises during operation.
• Do you have bad water in your tap, but you absolutely don’t want to spend money on additional cartridges? Choose a traditional model, a cleanser, or a steam humidifier.
• Are you ready to buy additional cartridges? Buy an ultrasonic model.
• If you are planning to buy a humidifier for a large room, choose an ultrasonic humidifier or air conditioner.

Choosing a nursery
The ideal option is, after all, a climate complex. It can humidify the air perfectly and efficiently, and also cleans it of harmful components. Therefore, it is recommended for use in children prone to allergies and asthmatics. But the cost of such equipment is quite high.

If your finances do not allow you to buy this option, pay attention to other models. Each type perfectly copes with its own tasks and makes the air more comfortable.