7 Best Humidifiers Made With Non-Toxic Materials (2024)
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Our team has researched and tested dozens of sustainable humidifiers for safe, high quality, and affordable options— these are our top seven picks.
Deal with sinus congestion, dry skin, or colds every winter? Happens to the best of us! That’s why we like to prep for the season with a reliable humidifier. Humidifiers add just enough moisture to the air to keep us feeling warm and hydrated.
What are the benefits of using a humidifier?
Numerous benefits come from using a humidifier in your home. The added moisture in the air from humidifiers can help relieve skin, nose, and throat dryness caused by the weather or heaters. If you’re prone to allergies or have asthma, using a humidifier can also help you find relief by keeping your airways moist, especially during the night when you sleep or if you’re feeling ill. Humidifiers even have benefits for our furniture and instruments, as they can help prevent them from drying out over time. Be sure not to overuse your humidifier as too much moisture can have adverse impacts on your home. Optimal moisture levels for your space will typically range from 30-50%.
While many big box humidifiers are popular, they’re not always the most sustainable, requiring plastic filters or large amounts of electricity. Instead, here are the best humidifiers for an eco-friendly home using energy-efficient technology, paper filters (or none!), and automatic controls. Many are even a combination air purifier and humidifier or humidifier and diffuser—a win for the winter!
Our criteria:
- NONTOXIC MATERIALS | These humidifiers are made with safe and non-toxic materials that will contribute to a cleaner home.
- DESIGN AND QUALITY | With beautiful, sleek, natural, and modern designs made with high quality materials, you’ll find a humidifier on our list that suits your style.
- COVERAGE AREA | We’ve included humidifiers that cover both small and large spaces for optimal effectiveness.
If you’d rather have two separate devices, check out these sustainable air purifiers. Better yet, consider these indoor plants, which naturally clean and add moisture to the air in your home!
Best Overall | Best For Small Spaces | Best For Large Spaces
1. Canopy
Best For | Purifying & humidifying
Features | Paper filters, embedded UV lights, smart sensors, replacement filter subscription available, USB-C charger
Size | Up to 500 sq. feet
Price | $150
For a humidifier that’s good for the air and your health, look no further than Canopy. It hydrates rooms up to 500 square feet for up to 36 hours of running time, while also using anti-mold and UV sensor technology to keep the air as clean as possible. This air purifier and humidifier combo will help relieve dryness and dullness, alleviate nasal congestion and cough, and diffuse aromas as needed. Most sustainably, it only uses paper filters for a lower-impact clean. Find out how Canopy can transform your skin and sleep in our review!
Canopy Review | “As a person with chronic fatigue, I cannot stress enough how easy this humidifier is to use and maintain, or how much better I sleep with it.” – Madeline M. (See all reviews)
2. Saje
Best For | Cordless & recharging diffuser combos
Features | 12 diffuser options, cordless & rechargeable options, natural ceramic & BPA-free plastic covers, automatic shut off
Size | Up to 1,200 sq. feet
Price | $51+
Infuse the air as you go with a diffuser (and therefore humidifier) from Saje. From the Aroma Om to the Aroma (Be) Free, these diffusers are designed to blend warm air with modern decor. (The cordless options will last up to eight hours!) Just add a few drops of your preferred essential oil blends, choose from continuous or intermittent mists, and instantly feel a sense of calm.
Saje Review | “This diffuser is just what I was looking for. Great product and great service from the support team. Would highly recommend this product and the Saje team.” – Blaine R. (See all reviews)
3. Brondell
Best For | Front and rear filtration
Features | Dual True HEPA air filtration, natural evaporative humidifier, four operating modes
intuitive touch control panel, air quality indicator, allergy setting
Size | Up to 1855 sq. feet
Price | $500
The Brondell Revive uses a dual HEPA filtration system that makes it move through twice the air in half the time as comparably sized machines. Its super-efficient evaporative humidification makes for a more consistent humidity level too, wicking water up through a specialized filter and passing air through evenly throughout your home without creating dense vapor pockets that could damage walls, furniture, or carpet. We love that this is both a humidifier and air purifier and that it can work as a white noise option while sleeping (level 5 is loud!). Plus, it has the option to turn the display lights off, making it a great humidifier for nurseries.
Brondell Review | “We’re very happy with our Brondell it was easy to assemble and doesn’t make a lot of noise. We love the fact that’s it’s a two in one humidifier and air purifier. Thinking about buying another to cover more areas in our home. Also it was shipped surprisingly pretty quick.” -Erin K. (See all reviews)
4. Vornado
Best For | Medium-sized spaces
Features | Energy-efficient, auto-humidity control, water-level sensing, 5 & 10-year warranties
Size | Up to 750 sq. feet
Price | $90
Vornado, a leading air circulation and humidifier company, has an energy-efficient humidifier we love. The eco-friendly EVDC3000 covers up to 750 square feet at once, using 90 percent less energy than a traditional Dyson or Vicks humidifier. We love that it has auto-humidity control, low water indicators, and comes with an impressive warranty, all for under $100.
Vornado Review | “We use this humidifier to keep our main level comfortable. It’s approximately 1300 Sq ft and this humidifier has helped immensely. It’s much quieter and more efficient than our previous humidifier. We noticed a significant change in the humidity once we started using this. We would highly recommend it!” – Anonymous (See all reviews)
5. Objecto
Best For | Filter-free use
Features | No filters needed, remote-controlled, automatic shut off, removable water tank
Size | Up to 650 sq. feet
Price | $200
Objecto’s W7 Ultrasonic Humidifier is one of the only filter-free options out there—which means there are no single-use accessories involved. At two feet tall, it’s got incredible coverage for up to 650 square feet. And while it’s an investment, this hybrid humidifier comes with a remote control, aroma options, automatic shut off, and almost 22 hours of nonstop run time. The woodgrain finish is especially chic!
Objecto Review | “Love the sleek sculptural lines of this humidifier along with the quality and effectiveness!” – Elizabeth (See all reviews)
6. Rumidifier
Best For | Zero electricity costs
Features | No power needed, goes over floor vents, silent operation, child- & pet-friendly
Size | Up to 1,000 sq. feet
Price | $25–$55
For a more affordable humidifier, the Rumidifier doesn’t require any electricity! You simply place it over a floor or wall vent, and the circular filters get right to work bringing moisture to the room. Because there aren’t any charges or moving parts to worry about, it’s a great humidifier to keep in a child’s room, pet area, or plant nursery. Rumidifiers are available online or via Home Depot, Costco, and other major retailers.
Rumidifier Review | “1. It allows more air via the duct ( regular grates are more restrictive) 2. Humidifies without any sound 3. Humidifies without using electricity 4. Does not create white dust 5. No adjustment needed – it evaporates more water the more your furnace runs…. simply brilliant 6. Did I mention no sound!!?” – Anonymous (See all reviews)
7. Carepod
Best For | Easiest to sterilize
Features | Ultrasonic cool mist, three distinct mist settings, stainless steel design
Size | Up to 500 sq. feet
Price | $150—$350
Designed by a doctor, Carepod is a simple, award-winning design that comes in three sizes for your office or home use. Fed up with the complicated cleaning needs and pricey filtration subscriptions of so many humidifier models, Carepod is the first humidifier that can be sterilized, leaving it safe and 99.99% germ-free; simply boil the three parts in boiling water, and you’re done! Filter-free and without any additional hidden costs, we love how the minimalist design lets it fit easily into any space.
Carepod Review | “Amazing quality! I love the aesthetic and the fact that it’s easy to use. It’s definitely a staple household item and dos wonders for the skin” – Shani C. (See all reviews)
Featured image from Canopy
