Why it matters
The Vornado Evap40 Humidifier is an evaporative humidifier with a 4 gallons tank, rated for 1000 square feet.
Aim for 40 to 60 percent relative humidity indoors: drier air irritates airways and skin, wetter air feeds dust mites and mold. Evaporative wicks trap the minerals instead of releasing them, so tap water is fine, but the wick stiffens and needs replacing.
A full tank holds about 15.1 liters, which adds roughly 33 pounds of water to carry or lift to the sink and back.
Its tank of 15.1 liters is one of the largest tanks we cover: 74 of the 78 humidifiers with a stated figure come in lower, and the range runs from 0.7 liters to 20.1 liters.
Price-wise it sat in the cheapest third of the 22 evaporative models we cover when we checked; the button shows today's price.
It qualifies for our lists Best Humidifiers for Large Rooms, Best Cool Mist Humidifiers, Best Evaporative Humidifiers, where it is ranked against every model that meets the same rule.
Compared with the Vornado EVDC300 Humidifier: rated room size 1000 square feet here vs 560 square feet; power draw 43 watts here vs 5.5 watts.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Large living rooms and open plans
- Owners who will clean it weekly
Look elsewhere if
- Rooms far larger than its rating
Pros and cons
Pros
- 4 gallons tank
- Rated for 1000 square feet
Cons
- Needs regular cleaning to stay hygienic
Limitations to weigh
- Not stated on the Vornado Evap40 Humidifier listing: run time per fill, noise level. Ask the seller or check the manual before relying on it.
Specifications
The bracket shows where each figure comes from.
| Model number | HU1-0045-65 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Room coverage | 1000 square feet | Retailer |
| Wattage | 43 watts | Retailer |
| Capacity | 4 gallons | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
More room humidifiers we cover
- Dreo DR-HHM003S Humidifier
- GoveeLife H7140 Humidifier
- Levoit NeoClassic 350 Humidifier
- Levoit NeoClassic 450S Smart Humidifier $59.99
- Dreo HM735S Humidifier
All room humidifiers, compared in one table · Every Vornado product we cover
Final verdict
A sensible choice for large living rooms and open plans. Confirm the model it fits before ordering.
Where to buy
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