This is our buying guide on the best humidifiers for Colorado’s Climate. Below is a quick summary of our top recommendations. Scroll further down to read our in depth, hands on reviews, for each humidifier.
LEVOIT Humidifiers for Large Rooms
- Large 6-liter water tank
- Almost 50-hour runtime
- Over 750 sq-ft of coverage
- Maximum mist volume of 500 ml/hr
- Best in class humidification
- Fully adjustable mist speed/volume
- Auto humidity control offered
- Impressive cool/warm mist mode
- Aromatherapy function
- Cleaning brush, aroma pads, and absorption pads included in the box
- Remote control available
- Budget-friendly (kinda)
Ledonti Ultrasonic Cool & Warm Humidifier
- 4-liter water tank
- 20-hour runtime
- Adjustable mist volume and speed
- Auto mode is also available
- 300 sq-ft coverage
- Cool/warm mist functions
- Ultrasonic mechanism for water diffusion
- Quiet operation
- Auto shutdown feature
- Timer function
- Remote control
- Wi-Fi enabled
- App controls available
- Ceramic water filter
- Use active carbon and mineral pellets to filter water
- Removes odors
- Aroma tray
Elechomes
Humidifiers
- Large, 5.5-liter water tank
- 55-hour runtime
- 755 sq-ft coverage
- Up to 600 ml/hr mist volume
- Fully adjustable mist volume, speed, etc
- 3 different preset mist volumes
- Auto mode actively regulates the humidity
- 360-degree adjustable mist nozzle
- Best in class humidification
- Sleek design
- LED display upfront
- Touch and remote controls
- Barely any noise at all while operating
- Cool/warm mist options are available
- High-performance filter available
- Replacement filters are relatively inexpensive
This article recommends the best humidifiers for Colorado’s unique climate.
Colorado’s climate tends to be dry and cool year-round. Another concern is the presence of minerals in the hard tap water. This necessitates a high-end humidifier that can keep up with extreme weather.
And with high-end humidifiers, you’ve got more options than ever before. The flip side is that you’ll have a hard time separating the good from the ugly!
So if you want the best of the best, you have come to the right place. Our recommendations are backed up by deep research and real-world tests, so rest assured, you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck.
Keep reading for more of our thoughts on the best humidifiers for Colorado.
Ledonti Ultrasonic Cool & Warm Humidifier
OVERALL BEST
Our top pick is Ledonti’s ultrasonic humidifier. This humidifier has many features that Colorado residents will appreciate, including a large water tank, impressive coverage, and smart Wi-Fi integration.
Kicking it off with the basics, this humidifier has a high water tank capacity. It comes in at around 4 liters, which is plenty for the average Coloradoans’ needs. The runtime was measured at an enduring 20 hours on regular mist settings.
That means fewer refills, longer continuous running, and lasting humidification for your home.
Besides long runtime, you also get many adjustability features that make this humidifier the one to have. The unit is outfitted with 3-speed levels for the mist, which we found effective for faster humidifying a space.
Mist volume adjustment is expected at this price, and the Ledonti does not disappoint. Mist volume varies between 200ml/hr-300 ml/hr. That lets you adjust the relative humidity between 40%-90%, though we found anything above 60% to be a bit uncomfortable for us.
Or, if you want the machine to do it all for you, an auto mode is available.
Coverage could have been a tad better, but it still manages to get the job done. It is rated at around 300 sq-ft, covering just about any bedroom, nursery, living room, and larger spaces.
Moving on to more specialized features of this humidifier, we have warm and cool mist modes. This is one of those features you can’t go without on a humidifier for Colorado weather.
You’ll use the warm mist most of the time, as it helps bring the temperature up while relieving stuffy noses, coughing, and other such problems. And it’s just nice to have the option of cool mist for the occasional heat wave.
The Ledonti is pretty much the Swiss Army Knife of humidifiers for Colorado. It has a timer that you can use to automatically turn off the unit after a specific interval. If the tank does run out, an auto shutdown feature prevents any damage to the internal components.
Speaking of internal components, we have to say we are pretty impressed by the ultrasonic mechanism for diffusing water. It makes a fine mist that disperses well and doesn’t cause any discomfort.
Not that you would know that it was even there, this humidifier is so quiet and low-key. If you prefer to sleep with the humidifier running, this one won’t disturb your slumber.
Moving on, the Swiss Army Knife just keeps on giving us features. It has an aroma tray that lets you diffuse essential oils or other fragrances while humidifying a space. The adjustable nozzle allows you to direct that scented humidity anywhere your heart desires.
All the features we discussed can be controlled via an included remote. Or, if you’re feeling fancy, you can set up the app and adjust the settings on the fly. Those are just a few of the perks of having a Wi-Fi-enabled humidifier.
And if we could crown ‘easiest to maintain humidifier,’ this one’s top-lid refill design and ease of cleaning would reign supreme!
But probably the most crucial feature of this humidifier is its ceramic filter. These filters are head and shoulders above traditional filters when it comes to filtering water, removing irritant particles and minerals, and keeping a space fresh and comfortable.
To that end, the filtration process uses active carbon and mineral pellets to help remove contaminants, odors, and other undesirable elements. This is ideal for Colorado, where you might get hard water that is rich in minerals.
Pros
- 4-liter water tank
- 20-hour runtime
- Adjustable mist volume and speed
- Auto mode is also available
- 300 sq-ft coverage
- Cool/warm mist functions
- Ultrasonic mechanism for water diffusion
- Quiet operation
- Auto shutdown feature
- Timer function
- Remote control
- Wi-Fi enabled
- App controls available
- Ceramic water filter
- Use active carbon and mineral pellets to filter water
- Removes odors
- Aroma tray
Cons
- The water tank could have been even larger
LEVOIT Humidifiers for Large Rooms
BEST BUDGET
This ‘budget-friendly’ humidifier for Colorado doesn’t save you much money over others. But the bang-for-your-buck you get is undeniable. It has a large water tank, plenty of adjustability and all the creature comforts you could want from a humidifier.
Water tank capacity comes in at a full 6 liters. That’s about as large as humidifier water tanks get, so you can be sure runtime is through the roof.
In fact, the endurance of this humidifier for Colorado is twice that of our top pick at around 45 hours of continuous use. And that’s at higher mist volumes, so this unit won’t soon let you down.
Of course, that means you get fully adjustable mist volume settings. Maximum mist volume was measured at around 500 ml/hr, which is easily one of the highest we’ve seen. The result is effortless high humidity, even if you live in high elevation areas of Colorado.
It’s a similar story with space coverage. Levoit’s unit is rated to cover just over 750 sq-ft, so feel free to set it up in your living room, dining area, or any other large space in your home or office.
Auto humidity control makes an appearance here, though we have to say we weren’t too impressed by this one. It tends to under-humidify.
We always wanted a bit more humidity when using the auto mode. Other users report no such disappointments, which leads us to believe that the sensor on our particular unit may have been at fault.
Cool/warm mist modes are offered, which is all but non-negotiable on a humidifier for Colorado. The warm mist function, in particular, deserves praise, delivering warmer, more effective humidification than most other units with this feature.
In fact, you won’t have to put up with any compromises or shortcomings when it comes to the features of this humidifier. It offers the same aromatherapy functions as other units. Your purchase includes a cleaning brush, aroma, and absorption pads, adding even more value.
The entire suite of features can be set up via an included remote control. However, app control is a noticeable omission.
And that brings us to this humidifier’s Achilles’ Heel. So far, you would be forgiven for thinking that this ‘budget-friendly’ humidifier for Colorado is even better than our top recommendation. It has better runtime, improved coverage, and most of the same functionality.
But there is one glaring flaw. Specifically, this humidifier uses a filter-free design. Usually, that’s a major plus since you don’t have to replace the filter regularly. Here though, it’s a bit of a problem.
As we mentioned, Colorado’s tap water tends to be very rich in minerals, i.e., hard water. While we recommend all humidifiers be filled with purified or distilled water (find out why here), some Coloradoans may not have the option.
That’s why we recommend high-performance humidifiers that effectively filter hard water and deliver better, safer humidification. With this one, though, we would urge Colorado users to use purified or distilled water. That adds to the running cost, and the hassle is also a consideration.
Pros
- Large 6-liter water tank
- Almost 50-hour runtime
- Over 750 sq-ft of coverage
- Maximum mist volume of 500 ml/hr
- Best in class humidification
- Fully adjustable mist speed/volume
- Auto humidity control offered
- Impressive cool/warm mist mode
- Aromatherapy function
- Cleaning brush, aroma pads, and absorption pads included in the box
- Remote control available
- Budget-friendly (kinda)
Cons
- Filter-free design is not suitable for hard water in Colorado
Elechomes Humidifiers
OVERALL BEST
And finally, we have the Elechomes humidifier. This is the gold standard for humidifiers and offers every feature you could want. Enhanced coverage? Check. High runtime? Got it. A sleek design? You bet!
The water tank on this unit is quite voluminous if a hair lower than the Levoit. Still, fitting a 5.5-liter tank into such a compact shell is a feat in and of itself. It is no surprise that the runtime is the best on this list, and by a good margin.
Put this puppy in less demanding settings, and it’ll give you over 55 hours of constant operation on a single tank of water.
The coverage and mist volume settings are just as impressive. Mist volume can be set to a maximum of 600 ml/hr, which is all but unheard of even at this premium price. The benefit here is fast, consistent humidification in even the largest of spaces.
Besides constant humidification, you can just set the unit to auto mode, which will actively regulate the humidity of your space. The 3 preset modes for the humidity level are also quite convenient.
And when we say large spaces, we mean LARGE. Elechomes claim over 750 sq-ft of coverage, which aligns with our own tests. Feel free to plop this unit down in the den, the living room, or wherever else you feel the need for quick humidification.
A 360-degree adjustable mist nozzle allows you to direct the mist to a specific area, even in larger spaces.
We mentioned that this is a sleek and well-built humidifier. It sports a sexy, all-black exterior, and the whole unit is a bit taller than similarly specced humidifiers. That does mean you will have a harder time setting it up under a shelf or in tighter spots, but that’s not too much of an issue.
Despite the larger capacity and high mist volume, the noise levels coming from this unit are almost non-existent. Even the quietest humidifiers have a dull hum or droning noise when you’re right up against them, but not this one. It’s the ideal humidifier for adding moisture to the room while you sleep.
On the topic of design, this humidifier has a large and easily visible digital display up front. This display gives you a readout of various settings. And when you need to control any of those settings, you get both on-device touch controls and a remote.
Moving on to features that are all but necessary for the dry winters of Colorado, we have a cool/warm mist option that works quite well. We would have liked to see more customizability for this feature at this price point, but no dice.
And if you have to use hard water for your humidifier in Colorado, the Elechomes comes with a pretty beefy filter setup that reduces the mineral content of water by a good margin.
The best part is that this model’s replacement filters are pretty cheap and easy to install. This is a plus since the filter will really be put to work if you are using the unit in Colorado.
Pros
- Large, 5.5-liter water tank
- 55-hour runtime
- 755 sq-ft coverage
- Up to 600 ml/hr mist volume
- Fully adjustable mist volume, speed, etc
- 3 different preset mist volumes
- Auto mode actively regulates the humidity
- 360-degree adjustable mist nozzle
- Best in class humidification
- Sleek design
- LED display upfront
- Touch and remote controls
- Barely any noise at all while operating
- Cool/warm mist options are available
- High-performance filter available
- Replacement filters are relatively inexpensive
Cons
- Tall design may not fit under very low shelves
Why Are Humidifiers Needed For Colorado’s Climate?
If you’re a new resident of the great state of Colorado, you’ll have noticed how dry and cold many parts can be. Here, we get into why humidifiers are all but indispensable for the Colorado climate.
Elevation
Colorado sits a lot higher than a lot of other places in the country. This elevation means the air is thinner and harder to breathe. In fact, even if you’ve been living there your whole life, you’ll still feel the effects of elevation in the colder months and at higher elevations.
Humidifiers can help relieve some of the symptoms of high elevation.
Average Temperature
Another side effect of the high elevation and thinner air is the lower average temperature. Even in the summer months, Colorado can have very crisp, cool days. In the winter, the temperature only drops further.
Humidifiers have a noticeable effect on the ambient temperature of a space. This effect is even more pronounced if you use a warm mist humidifier, which can actually help warm your bedroom, living room, or any other space.
Low Humidity
The ambient temperature and relative humidity of space are directly proportional. That means the higher the temperature, the higher the amount of water vapor, aka humidity, in the air.
So it makes sense that a place like Colorado that is cold year-round would have very dry air. In fact, Colorado has an average relative humidity of around 33%. To put that in perspective, most people feel their most comfortable between 30%-50%. And if the average humidity is around 33%, you can be sure that it’s even lower at a higher elevation, causing even more discomfort.
That’s where a high-quality humidifier comes in. A humidifier is great for combatting some of the symptoms of low humidity and dry air, such as coughing, dry throat and nose, sinus problems, dry, cracked skin and lips, and the like.
You also get reduced snoring, better sleep, and a long list of other benefits.
What To Look For In A Humidifier For Colorado?
Humidifiers for Colorado need to have some special features in order to be effective against extremely cold weather. So keep an eye out for the following features.
Hybrid Humidifiers
Hybrid humidifiers are humidifiers that offer both a cool and warm mist function. You might be tempted to just get a warm mist humidifier, seeing as how cold Colorado can be. But the fact is that there are times of the year when you might find cool mist pleasant. Most Colorado residents will agree that cool mist is actually preferable around August.
Large Water Tank Capacity
More so than adding humidity, you need to think about maintaining humidity. That means constant, steady running of the humidifier. If the water tank capacity of your unit is lacking, that’s going to require more frequent refills, unexpected stops, and generally, just inferior humidification.
High Mist Volume
Assuming you want faster, more effective humidification, you will want to go for a humidifier that supports higher mist volume. This is the amount of mist being produced per hour. The higher the mist volume, the faster you can humidify a space.
Furthermore, high mist volume helps maintain the humidity of a space more effectively as well.
Filter Humidifiers
Colorado’s high elevation means that the tap water tends to be hard and very mineral rich. Mineral-rich water in humidifiers can be a problem for various reasons. For one, it can cause mineral buildup in the unit, which reduces efficiency, and could even lead to mold.
In extreme cases, the minerals and other contaminants could be released into the air and cause a variety of health problems. So if you’re looking for a humidifier to use in Colorado, it’s best to find a unit that uses a filter.
‘Hey, wait a minute, you’ve recommended filter-free humidifiers as well as ones that use a filter! What’s the big idea?!’
Guilty as charged. The fact is that some filterless humidifiers are just too good to pass up, so we had to recommend them! But notice that we also recommend using distilled or purified water instead of tap water if you get a filter-free humidifier. In fact, you should be using distilled or purified water in your humidifier, regardless of your geographic location.
And realistically, with regular cleaning and maintenance, you shouldn’t have any issues with mineral buildup in the unit. Still, minerals being released into the air could be a major problem, so proceed with caution.
