Clean air in the house is the merit of an humidifier with an ionizer

Today, even in small towns, the gas pollution is quite large, what can we say about megacities. Ecology everywhere has deteriorated much due to the abundance of personal vehicles: wealth is growing, and some already have two cars in their family. Everyone wants to breathe clean air, so the demand for climatic household appliances such as an air humidifier with an ionization function is constantly growing.

These devices do not require complex installation, easy to use and maintain. If you want to know all the features, advantages, as well as some disadvantages and selection criteria for this modern technology, we strongly recommend that you carefully read our article.

Ionization of air masses

Humidifiers with a built-in ionizer clean the entire volume of the living room from impurities, neutralize static electricity that accumulates from the operation of household appliances.

Static electricity

By itself, it is not dangerous to human life, but constantly in contact with it, those living in the apartment themselves become carriers of static charges. Over time, the strength of such electricity accumulates, its discharge can be quite noticeable, in addition, it can change the tone of small blood vessels, affect the state of the central nervous system.

The result is quite negative: excessive irritability, insomnia, fatigue. Synthetic clothing begins to shock, interferes with normal skin breathing, and causes discomfort. The air humidifiers installed in the apartment with the ionization function eliminate static electricity accumulated in the air by neutralizing positively charged particles. By generating active silver ions, such devices will quickly restore the normal atmosphere in your home.

Pollution control

Natural air, especially filled with moisture near rivers, ponds and waterfalls, contains a large number of negatively charged anion particles. In some apartments, which are rarely ventilated, there is oversaturation with positively charged particles, and the task of the ionizer for the house is to correct this condition by saturating the air masses with negative ions.

Devices with an ionization function, and some models are also available with an ozonizer, quickly saturate the air of the apartment with anions, and all dust, as well as bacteria, are deposited on the walls, furniture and floor. The user only has to do a wet cleaning to completely remove them from the house. Such sanitation many times reduces the risk of allergic diseases and acute respiratory infections.

How do such products work?

In the forest, especially on the seashore, the content of anions in the air is three times higher than in any big city. Experts assure that humidifiers with an ionizer normalize not only the percentage of humidity, but also saturate the room with “electric vitamins”, because they quickly neutralize harmful impurities and enrich our blood with oxygen.

The principle of exposure for products is different - it depends on the design of the device, but they work according to one scheme: the air is sucked into the product, where it is moistened, ionized and released out through special perforations or blinds, and all harmful components are delayed by filters. Here is a brief summary of what moisturizing and ionization are; we will describe in more detail about different products in a separate section.

Some devices are issued with aromatization - it is enough to drip essential oil on a special sponge, and the smell of needles or citruses will spread throughout the room. Only here there are restrictions: not everyone likes the same smell, so before using it, you need to consult with all family members whether such a flavoring is needed in the house.

Types of products

All devices are divided into several categories and are specially designed for use in residential premises.

Traditional

These are apartment models based on liquid evaporation technology. The container located inside the device is filled with filtered, clean water, a set of plastic discs is located on the same axis, and the lower sector is partially immersed in the liquid. The fan pumps the outside air and drives it through the discs with drops of water, saturating it with moisture.

Such products are recommended to be placed next to batteries, where they immediately moisturize hot air, work very quietly and consume little electric energy.

Steam

Their design is based on the production of steam, which is released outside and humidifies the surrounding air, no cleaning is done, but there may be a built-in aromatization function. The second purpose of the device is inhalation in acute respiratory infections.

Ultrasonic

Simple design, safe for use in the home. The principle of operation is based on fluctuations in the range of 5 MHz. Water enters the plate, due to the high amplitude of the oscillations it is sprayed into tiny drops, then air is driven through this cloud and a suspension is formed, which is very saturated with moisture and is released outside.

Models are equipped with remote control panels, have digital displays, users program the inclusion and the time of continuous operation, and smart appliances turn on themselves, moisturizing the room. It is rational to use such devices in a children's bedroom: the air will always be much fresher than before.

Advantages and Negative Impact

All models with the function of humidification and ionization have such advantages in use:

1. Fill the air masses in the room with negatively charged ions, make them fresh, eliminating unpleasant odors, moisturize up to 50% and clean them of harmful impurities.
2. With their help, mold, as well as harmful microbes and bacteria, are destroyed.
3. After their active work, people have increased vitality, breathing becomes much easier, and the air resembles a sea, refreshing breeze.
4. The quality of the air masses moving around the apartment increases markedly, sometimes these products are able to give the air we breathe some healing properties.

About the minuses that are possible during operation, you need to find out before they are purchased, so that later you do not complain about the manufacturers:

• all dust contained in suspension, after processing falls on the floor and furniture, so it is necessary to more often wet cleaning;
• such products are not recommended to be installed near computers, televisions and other household appliances, so as not to expose them to the negative effects of electromagnetic fields or sprayed water vapor;
• it is necessary to carry out maintenance within the time period established by the manufacturer;
• the device must be turned off periodically, because an excess of anions is just as harmful as their inadequate content.

Two-in-one devices can not only improve the air of your home, but also save them from the harmful content of fine pet hair and pollen, preventing the development of allergic diseases.

Simple selection techniques

On the Internet, you can find annotations on various models of humidifiers with ionization functions, but you should not completely trust them, becausemost of them were written by order of manufacturers, and the wording on different sites is very similar, and sometimes copied verbatim. You need to go shopping and consult with sellers, but it is better to go to the service center to find out from the repairmen all the negative aspects of the model you have chosen.

When buying in a store, pay attention to such nuances:

1. Product power - it must match the meter of your room. The rooms in urban apartments are relatively small, but it is necessary to find out the maximum radius at which the product is effective.
2. If you decide to install one device in all rooms, then you need to choose a lightweight, mobile option that can be easily reinstalled in any room. At the same time, you need to know that the product guarantees stable quality with constant use in a particular room.
3. Silently working equipment is chosen for installation in the bedrooms, this is true for families with small children.
4. It is better to choose a device with automatic control to set the desired mode of operation, and the built-in hygrometer will not allow excessive humidity, which is also harmful to health.
5. Pay special attention to the type of power supply: from the mains or on batteries, this affects mobility, the quality of moisturizing and ionization.
6. Such devices can be of different capacities - the best options are when the air in the room will be updated at least 3 times per hour of active work.
7. A tank size of 5 liters is enough for continuous operation during the night.
8. The concentration of anions in the air mass should be in the range of 600-5000 ions / cu. cm.
9. Functional features are also important - a timer, a display, a control panel backlight, aromatization, a separate night mode.

The availability of a hygrostat has already been written, the final cost of the device is strongly influenced by the functions, the volume of water and the type of product.

Modern ionizers are able to maximize the composition of the atmosphere of the room to natural, natural quality, and the fragrances destroy even the fairly persistent smell of tobacco smoke.

Review of the best models

We want to immediately warn readers that this is not a 2019 ranking, but simply a list of manufacturers' models, designed to help a potential buyer choose the right option for their home.

Ecology-Plus Super-Plus-Bio

The domestic model at an average price of 3 900 ₽, in addition to humidification, ionizes and ozonizes the air, there is an adjustment of the speed of operation, power from a standard network. Dimensions 287x191x102 mm, weight 1.8 kg, power 10 watts.
Great benefit - the air is constantly fresh, disassembled and cleaned easily. Cons for 2 years of work have not been identified.

Panasonic F-VXH50

The average cost of 20.58 thousand rubles, the power of 43 watts, coverage up to 40 square meters. m, water consumption 500 ml / h, noise level 18-51 dB depending on the operating mode. Electronic control, humidification and ionization, outdoor arrangement, dimensions 360x560x230 mm, weight 8.3 kg. Made in Japan.
Fully autonomous operation, beautiful design, high level of cleaning, night mode with economical consumption of energy and water. Contamination sensors are quite sensitive, clean and rinse the filters every 2 weeks. Disadvantages: the tank needs a larger volume, at least 5-6 liters.

AIC SPS-905

The average price is 5 300 ₽, the type is ultrasonic with preliminary heating of the water, a tank of 6 l, water consumption 300 ml / h, power 110 W, designed for 30 sq. m. Weight 1.92 kg, dimensions 261x353x195 mm, built-in hygrostat, ionization, electronic control, display, remote control, timer up to 12 hours. Production China.
Good design, high-quality assembly, a large tank - enough for the whole night, electronic control via remote control, works quietly. For three years of active use of negative traits have not been identified.

Timberk THU UL 26

The average cost of 2,490 rubles, designed for 18 square meters. m, power 20 W, 1.8 l tank, water consumption 200 ml / h, ultrasonic with ionization and electronic control.Weight 1.3 kg, dimensions 309x309x201 mm, there is an adjustment of the fan and evaporation rate. Manufacturer Sweden.
Beautiful design, the color of the backlight can be selected or set to change it periodically, it works quietly - the child does not wake up, quality materials, a ceramic membrane. It is convenient to fill in the water, it moisturizes with high quality, we just installed it - in an hour of work it increased the humidity from 25 to 37%. There are no comments.

Polaris PUH 7040Di

The average price of 2.4 thousand ₽, dimensions 220x220 x 300 mm, weight 1.2 kg, power 25 watts, covers 40 square meters. m, ultrasonic type of operation, display, timer, continuous operation up to 25 hours. 3.5 liter tank, water consumption 350 ml / h, noise no higher than 45 dB, there is a hygrostat. 1 year warranty, made in China by Russian technology.
Excellent value for money, compact device, works quietly, 3 modes, ionization. The sound of gurgling fluid is heard only at the highest mode, but does not interfere with sleep. No flaws were found.

Winia AWM-40

The average cost of 11.25 thousand rubles, a capacity of 9 liters, air exchange up to 150 cubic meters. m / h, power 11 W, dimensions 315x390x310 mm, weight 6 kg. Floor-mounted, powered by a standard power supply, ionization is present. Manufacturer South Korea.
Nice design, durable case made of bright plastic, normal ratio of build quality and cost, large tank, simple operation, simple maintenance. No noise during operation. Deficiencies during operation were not identified.

Timberk THU UL 14E

Another model from Sweden at an average price of 5,240 ₽, type - ultrasonic, power 25 W, rated at 25 square meters. m, a capacity of 4 l, flow rate 300 ml / h. Display backlight, 24-hour timer, floor-mounted version, weight 1.6 kg, dimensions 315x290x140 mm.
Quite original and unusual design, but harmoniously blended into the interior of the room. We bought it for a children's room, but sometimes we take it out to the room to increase humidity and ionize the hot air from the batteries. It copes with the task perfectly, there are no comments.

Boneco W2055DR

The average cost of 23.6 thousand rubles, the purpose of the product is humidification and air purification, power 20 W, serves up to 50 square meters. m, 7 l tank, water consumption 300 ml / h, noise level 25 dB. Dimensions 360x360x360 mm, weight 5.9 kg. It is made in Switzerland.
Great design, really cleans the air of suspended dust, easy to use and maintain. Several operating modes are set, but you can independently set the desired humidity level; if water runs out, the device turns off automatically. Disadvantages: small tank volume.

Ballu UHB-990

The review is completed by the Turkish model with an average price of 3 901 ₽, power 110 W, designed for 40 square meters. m, tank 5.8 l, flow rate 350 ml / h. Dimensions 204x361x234 mm, weight 2.5 kg, ultrasonic humidifier with vaporization. Electronic control using the remote control, display, timer, floor-based.
Original design, multifunctionality, quiet operation, there is a tank backlight, which plays the role of a night lamp. Heated water to 80 degrees, but the steam does not scald at the outlet, and at a distance of 2 cm from the nozzle is already cold. Safe for children. It consumes water economically, some users complain that it is leaking during active work - maybe this condensate falls out.

Title	Ecology-Plus Super-Plus-Bio	Panasonic F-VXH50	AIC SPS-905	Timberk THU UL 26	Polaris PUH 7040Di	Winia AWM-40	Timberk THU UL 14E	Boneco W2055DR	Ballu UHB-990
Appointment of the device	air cleaning	air purification / humidification	humidification	humidification	humidification	air purification / humidification	humidification	air purification / humidification	humidification
Power consumption	10 watts	43 watts	110 watts	20 watts	25 watts	11 watts	25 watts	20 watts	110 watts
Dimensions (WxHxD)	287x191x102 mm	360x560x230 mm	261x353x195 mm	309x201x309 mm	355x255x255 mm	315x390x310 mm	315x290x140 mm	360x360x360 mm	204x361x234 mm
Ionization	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is
Control	electronic	electronic	electronic, display, timer, remote control	electronic	electronic, display, timer	electronic, display, timer	electronic, display, timer	electronic display	electronic, display, timer, remote control
Price	from 3825 rub.	from 21260 rub.	from 5300 rub.	from 2670 rub.	from 3500 rub.	from 10880 rub.	from 5250 rub.	from 22900 rub.	from 3990 rub.

findings

Today there is no problem in choosing a normal product for humidification of the atmosphere in your home, you only need to purchase a device corresponding to the meter with good functionality and automatic mode. Why chase expensive installations if there are many domestic models on sale at an affordable price.