Is this a humidifier as well as an air purifier? Can someone please clarify this for me?
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I'm asking myself the same question. Anyone know? What are its humidification features&gt;
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It is a cool mist humidifier. I have had one for a year now and would not buy another one. It is very large, very noisy and does not have a great system for refilling the water.
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Well its not an air filter. Its a filter that soaks up the water so it humidifies the air when it comes out. I usually replace it once or twice a year depending on how often I use it.
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No, The air purifier is a high quality item. I have two of them (one for upstairs and one for down stairs) and they have been running for over a year with no problems. But if you buy one, do not forget to get some spare filters as they are consumable items.
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It has both features, which can operate independently or at the same time. Depending on the size of the room, the effectiveness as a humidifier may be reduced (the manual rates its area of coverage at 500 sq ft), but I would rate it as comparable to a standard ultrasonic humidifier.
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A HEPA filter air purifier would work better than a Venta. It's primarily designed as a humidifier with the air purifier aspect a secondary function.
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Master plumber came and installed my humidifier. I asked him the same question you have for me. He said that you will go through a few more filters a year, but not substantial. He also said that that is a good thing because the dirt the filter is catching would be in your house otherwise. The reason is now that you have a higher humidity % in your house the dirt sticks better to the filter and is cleaning your household air better. I agree after one day. The air just breathes clean. Hope this helps and I am satisfied with my unit.
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no, I looked it up for you and this is what I found....a humidifier's purpose is to Increase humidity by heating water and oils.A diffuser's purpose is to Disperse essential oils into a large area to create a therapeutic effect on respiratory system, and aromatic effect in a room, or to shift emotion through inhalation of specific oil vapors.
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It doesn't "purify" the air in the usual sense of processing it internally via a filter to remove impurities. It's probably marketing-speak for "humid air is good for you". All it does is produce a fine mist with all the benefits of such action. For all I know this could have some sort of a minor "purifying" effect (maybe large particles can be trapped by droplets and fall to the ground?) but if you're looking for an air purifier per se, there is probably a better choice than this.
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This humidifier does not have a filter. It is ultrasonic. I only use distilled water.
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This is a heater with an air purifier built-in. You are unable to just use the air purifier.
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Yes, it definitely is. I would say it is much more quiet than a humidifier. It has a very quiet water sound from the vaporizer. It is easy to have in a bedroom while sleeping.
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It only has a plastic air filter that is "ionized" (think static electricity) to attract/remove particulates from the air. Neither unit really "purifies" the air.
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No humidifier function at all. There may be a fan-only function if you turn the thermostat all the way down, but you would be much better off with a "real" fan or a large air purifier.
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I do not know what the difference is...what I will say is that you do not see mist coming out of it when its on. I'd say this humidifier is worth around $30....I think this is no better than cheaper ones that you can get for $20..in fact I will sell you mine for $20+shipping
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This unit is for a whole house humidifier to add humidity to the air of the interior of the house. It is not for AC use .
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does not have an air filter as it is primarily designed to dehumidify air, which it does well. the amount of air released is less than what is taken in due to moisture removal. suggest you consider a separate air cleaner.