Did anyone happen to compare/consider this unit with the Crane Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier (EE-5301-FFP)? If so, why this unit instead?
1819683
I have both the Crane and the Honeywell. Many of the differences have already been noted, but I will add that the Honeywell fan noise on the medium or low fan setting is quieter than the Crane at any speed. At all speeds, the Crane makes about the same noise, which has a bit of a high pitch. I can sleep just fine with the Honeywell set to medium speed. The Crane noise can be annoying without a TV to drown it out.A note about filling the Crane: I fill it in the kitchen sink where I can rest the narrow top in the drain, where it sits fairly well without any additional support. I could not do this in my bathroom sinks.Overall, I much prefer the Honeywell for almost all reasons, but it is bulkier. I have both the Crane and the Honeywell. Many of the differences have already been noted, but I will add that the Honeywell fan noise on the medium or low fan setting is quieter than the Crane at any speed. At all speeds, the Crane makes about the same noise, which has a bit of a high pitch. I can sleep just fine with the Honeywell set to medium speed. The Crane noise can be annoying without a TV to drown it out.A note about filling the Crane: I fill it in the kitchen sink where I can rest the narrow top in the drain, where it sits fairly well without any additional support. I... » Read More I have both the Crane and the Honeywell. Many of the differences have already been noted, but I will add that the Honeywell fan noise on the medium or low fan setting is quieter than the Crane at any speed. At all speeds, the Crane makes about the same noise, which has a bit of a high pitch. I can sleep just fine with the Honeywell set to medium speed. The Crane noise can be annoying without a TV to drown it out.A note about filling the Crane: I fill it in the kitchen sink where I can rest the narrow top in the drain, where it sits fairly well without any additional support. I could not do this in my bathroom sinks.Overall, I much prefer the Honeywell for almost all reasons, but it is bulkier. « Show Less
1819684
We choose the Honeywell because 1) it's dishwasher safe, 2) break resistant, 3) kills bacteria, mold and fungus, 4)two gallon tank v one gallon, and 5) no white film - even with our extremely hard water. Dishwasher safe and break resistant were important since the first humidifier we owned broke when it slipped in the sink. This one has stood up to my daughter smacking it when I'm filling the tank up. Yes, it requires a filter but I have yet to have to change it and again, no white film. Hope that helps!
1819685
We had a Crane Drop and returned it and after much research decided to buy this one. The Crane Drop left the floor all wet.
1819686
I tried the Crane Drop Shape (twice)...they did not last longer than a month. Utter garbage. Now I am leaning towards this unit.
1819687
We had 2 Crane Drop Humidifiers. First broke after 20 uses, and the replacement died after first use (start dripping water from base). I am considering this one, too.
1819688
I have a Crane. I never had a problem with a wet floor, but I put it on a table to elevate it. Apart from a rusted spring in the cap (which the company replaced at no charge), the biggest hassle is filling it. I have found no way to carry the tank to a faucet for a refill without water dripping from either the top or the bottom. I'm looking at the Honeywell as a replacement.
1819689
LOL I have both of them. I use the Crane in the bedroom and this in the living room. The top voted answer is very on point and covers a lot of the differences. Although they do miss some of the more.. general differences. 1) Filling up: The crane is a bigger hassle to fill. The opening is at the bottom of the "tear" shape and it's not really all that easy to balance everything while filling it (it's not made to sit on the top..). The Honeywell is extremely simple by comparison. 2) capacity: The honewell has a much larger capacity and is great if you don't want to continually refill it. 3) output: They both do really well on this front, but you can literally see the vapor shooting from the crane. Although you can't see the vapor, I've noticed that the Honeywell pushes out cooler air. 4) Maintenance: Honeywell has this hands down. It's just easier to change a filter than to let soak in white vinegar every week. However, if price is a big factor than white vinegar is cheap (I still use it on the honeywell about once a month) and the time might not be as big of a deal for you. I've never noticed any "white film" on either of them, but I'm pretty good about changing the water and only use filtered water..
1819690
I had mold in the crane despite changing the water daily and running a full cycle of vinegar and water weekly. I would put it outside, let the vinegar run through, then run another cycle of water. I just couldn't keep the unit clean and get to all the parts. No mold in the Honeywell, and it's so easy to clean and put away between my daughter's colds. No dripping, no mess. The only drawback is don't move it until it's empty, it spills easily, but it wasn't meant to be carried once water is added.
1819691
I bought a crane drop humidifier last year and it just died after a few months. Too bad I liked it, but I will never buy another.
272735
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
722886
This is a cool mist humidifier. On the instructions it explains about not letting it run completely out of water as it would hurt/burn out the motor. Its made to run with water in it, not without. As for the noise you are looking for, this product doesn't make any noise with water. If I were you I'd look into a noise machine or an actual fan if you are looking for the fan type of noise. This would not be the product for you.
2080807
I haven't had this particular one before. I had their flat tabletop one, which is a hot mist and surprisingly, the same price, considering it's really a mess to use.
1289813
As I recall, it was cool. I do not recommend the humidifier unless you want everything in the vicinity soaking wet (carpet, any furniture, books.), and that is on the low setting. Mine is sitting in a box to be used only in a closed bathroom and who needs it when there is a shower there already.
354815
I wouldn't recommend this one. It broke within weeks of our ordering it. Could have been a bad unit but it didn't last long. Also, as I recall the mist was low.
1263927
I doubt you can use this humidifier on your furnace. You need to get access to both the heat side and the return air side of the furnace. With a down draft furnace your heat ducts are all under the floor, so you do not have access to the heat side. I suggest you get a stand alone humidifier that does not connect to the furnace. I also suggest you find one that has a water line connection, because the ones with tanks you will have to fill at least once a day if not more often
153228
The VS 207 offers both, but the warm mist is no where near the tropical levels of the Vicks humidifier. It's more "not ice cold" mist than "warm" mist. If you want truly tropical, hot mist, this is not the right choice.
1567347
Sorry, I can't help--both my humidifiers went dead in the past few months. (Call Hunter, they are good about honoring their warranties.)
157773
I believe the KC-860U also has a humidifier function whereas the FPA is just an air purifier..
236922
I just looked it up on the Crane website and this is whta it said "All of our humidifiers are made with the following plastics: ABS, SAN, and PP. The chemicals Bishenol A and Phthalate are not used in the manufacturing process." sounds to me like it may be worded JUST right to get them out of saying yes it does. "not used in manufacturing process" tips you off that its not garenteed they are not used. LOl
874677
It's not as strong as a humidifier but works in a similar fashion. I have both.
27288
We live in a hot and dry apartment. We usually do not at the timer, set output to max, and it will cycle on/off until it runs out of water, usually the next morning. The humidistat does appear to overestimate the humidity by about 10% compared to a separate hydrometer. I believe this is due to the location of the senor near the mist output, but is easy to overcome by setting the target humidity about 10% higher. The timer is optional and I've never used it.
1149781
I have all the older humidifiers, such as elephant, cow, frog, pig, penguin, etc. When I went to buy the filters at my local store they only had filters for the newer Crane humidifiers (such as Owl, etc.) and the filters were different. You should find Owl humidifier on Amazon and see what type of filter it takes.
279194
Yes and Yes! I love this humidifier and use it in my bedroom. You may notice a slight hissing but that's too be expected with a warm mist humidifier. I find it to be rather soothing too. It's also sleek and isn't an eyesore. I shopped around quite sometime before settling on this one and I'm glad I did.
572249
Yes. They are also called size E on the top right corner of the box and typically come in a 3 pack. I bought a tower humidifier over 5 years ago and the thing is still running great and the fan speed is awesome. So, I bought another one last year. Although they are the same exact humidifier, Holmes decided to mess with the fan speed and the new one does not barely ever catch up to a small bedroom, while the other old one catches up in no time. Just a little extra info, if you were planning on buying one of these. So, unless they crank the fan speed back up, I would not get another one of these. My fan speed on 1 on the old exact tower humidifier is faster than the fan speed 3 on the new one. Thanks.
2264827
You don't want to restrict water flow on a humidifier. It's an all-or-nothing thing. Either it runs or it doesn't, which ie controlled by the hUmidistat. Even at full-bore though it uses very little water. Mine had to be drained into the sump well for lack of a nearby drain and it's never been anywhere close to enough to kick on. I'd guess a typical cycle uses less than a glass of water judging from the trickle I've observed in the clear drainage tube