Holmes HM1760UC

Pros: inexpensive, easily raises humidity levels, easy to clean

Cons: fan can be loud when set on high, short power cord, expensive filters

The Bottom Line: The Holmes 2 Gallon Humidifier is a great choice for those looking to raise the moisture levels in only one room.

Review: I have moderate asthma that tends to lean toward severe when you consider the fact that I am highly allergic to cats and dogs. Most people who are allergic to animals avoid them. Not me. I keep bringing them into my home! I foster dogs for a local ...

Pros: Large tank, fairly efficient

Cons: clumsy size, filter needs cleaning/replacing.

The Bottom Line: I would recommend this unit as a typically noisy humidifier for home use.

Review: I have now owned this humidifier for two winters. As a Midwest resident, the cold dry weather requires that I run a humidifier to avoid drying out my wood floors and may help avoid dry skin. This humidifier is a good, not great one. For my ...

Pros: None

Cons: Worthless if it doesn't work.

Review: Water wouldn't release from tank. Very noisy. Brand new unit and filter monitor indicated it needed a new filter. Housing didn't fit securely on base. Cheap, didn't work, and filters are ...