I currently have 1 other evaporative humidifier, it is older, not a smart tech humidifier, and over the years has served me fairly well. It's "fine". Before I bought the blue air I tried a much cheaper Ultrasonic humidifier from a brand I've used and a brand I trust. They say you can use filtered water online so I took a chance.

You really can't use filtered water. I have white dust everywhere in my house, and their support will tell you, that they actually do recommend distilled only, not filtered. Don't bother. Just get the DreamWell.

The app is nice, and very functional, but the star of the show is the thoughtful design of the actual humidifier. From dish washing the tank, so throwing the wicking filter in the washing machine (in a laundry bag). This clearly had thought and care go into the design. The shape is pleasing, the display on top is cool and charming. Refilling the humidifier with a pitch of tap water via the top fill is awesome (and you get a cool water drop that fills up icon!). There are so many other small touches, locking the humidifier closed with a latch. The leather pull tab if you want to use essential oils. This is just a well thought out and designed machine that feels worth every single penny.

Just buy this if you are looking for a humidifier.

I’ve had 3 1 gallon DreamWell Humidifiers for most of the 2025-2026 winter, and I offer my experience and tips. ALL humidifiers need regular maintenance, regardless of type or feature level.

Back in the day, I inherited a large Emerson console unit from a family member. It was cumbersome and a pain to clean. The fans were really loud, the paper filters got moldy and black while becoming harder to find online, the tanks needed strong chemicals added to them, and I hated having to lug it up and down from the basement every year. Once it died, I was done.

Until this winter when the brutal temperatures brought the humidity down to 11-12 %. My skin cracked and my nose bled. I didn’t want another console, and a trusted plumber told me,” Two things keep me busy: garbage disposals and whole home humidifiers.”

After researching, the DreamWell checked all the boxes. Here’s why:

Universal Design: I’ve found this humidifier to be disability friendly. Thank you, BlueAir, for designing units that people with mobility disabilities can use independently! The bottom tank has a built-in handle, so I can carry it one-handed. The one gallon capacity doesn’t throw me too off balance, either. The tank is also dishwasher safe. By having 3 distinct parts, it’s easy to move around because one part by itself isn’t too heavy. This model would also work well for an older person.

Wicking filter: I love that this filter isn’t paper and can be washed in the laundry. It’s essential, actually, for…