Why it matters
The Vicks VUL525 Humidifier Filter is a replacement wick or pad for a portable humidifier.
The listing names what it fits: Small Rooms, 0.5 Gal Tank. Match the model number on your humidifier, or the number printed on the old pad, before ordering.
Wicks harden with mineral scale and can grow slime; rinse weekly and replace when stiff or discolored.
Compared with the Vicks VUL585 Humidifier Filter: power draw 25 watts here vs 28.8 watts.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Annual humidifier service
Look elsewhere if
- Other humidifier models
Pros and cons
Pros
- Exact-fit part
Cons
- Fits only the listed humidifier models
Limitations to weigh
- Specifications are the maker's or seller's own figures; check fit against your equipment's model number and the actual size.
Specifications
The bracket shows where each figure comes from.
| Model number | VUL525 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Room coverage | 250 square feet | Retailer |
| Noise (seller) | Ultra-quiet | Retailer |
| Wattage | 25 watts | Retailer |
| Filter type | Wick | Retailer |
| Capacity | 0.5 gallons | Retailer |
| Run time per fill | 24 hours | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
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- improvedhand Replacement Filter for Aircare 821000
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- Blueair Humidifier Replacement Wick $19.99
- alocs Replacement Filter for Essick MA0800
All humidifier filters and water panels, compared in one table · Every Vicks product we cover
Final verdict
A sensible choice for annual humidifier service. Confirm the model it fits before ordering.
Where to buy
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