Allergy Relief

Air Purifier vs. Humidifier - Differences And Recommendations

It is no surprise that air quality has worsened over the years. This is true with both outdoor air and the air inside our homes. Small substances like dust, pollen, pet dander, and other pollutants can make breathing difficult. These substances can be especially harmful to those with allergies, asthma, or other respiratory challenges.

How does an air purifier work?

An air purifier is a device that cleans the air by removing contaminants like the substances mentioned above to improve indoor air quality. It draws air from inside your home, filters it, and releases purified air. Some models have filters that can also remove smoke or any unpleasant odors. These filters need to be cleaned and replaced regularly.

• Adding an air purifier can improve the quality of life by improving indoor air quality
• providing relief to those who suffer from allergies or other respiratory challenges
• lowering the risk of illness

How does a humidifier work?

A humidifier adds moisture to the air inside our homes by releasing water vapor or steam. It prevents dryness that can irritate the skin, lips, nose, and throat. They can be used year-round but typically during the winter when the indoor air is driest. There are five types of humidifiers:

• Central humidifiers are built into home air conditioning systems and act as whole-house humidifiers.
• Ultrasonic humidifiers use ultrasonic vibration to produce a cool mist.
• Impeller humidifiers produce cool mist using a rotating disc.
• Evaporators blow air through a wet wick, belt, or filter with the help of a fan.
• Steam vaporizers release cool steam using electricity.

Benefits of Humidifier

Adding a humidifier to your home also has many benefits - 

• For your health: Humidifiers can relieve dry skin, sinusitis, dry throat, nasal irritation, cracked lips, and dry cough and can help to prevent dry eye syndrome and dermatitis. 
• For your home: When the air in your home is too dry, it can lead to the cracking and shrinking of wooden furniture, artwork, books, etc. Humidifiers help to avoid this.

Regular cleaning of a humidifier is important to avoid any further problems. Please note that if asthma is triggered by humidity in the air, it is better to get a dehumidifier to reduce humidity.

Air Purifier vs. Humidifier

Here are some differences between air purifiers and humidifiers:

• An air purifier filters contaminants, such as dust, pet dander, etc., while a humidifier adds moisture and humidity to the air. 
• An air purifier is useful for people with allergies or asthma, whereas a humidifier is suitable for those with nasal congestion or dryness-related issues.
• An air purifier is a proactive measure. On the other hand, a humidifier is reactive.
• An air purifier reduces the risk of illness; by contrast, a humidifier is a treatment for those who are presently ill.  

3 Best Air Purifiers At HPFY

1. AIRFREE Tulip 1000 Filterless Air Purifier

The AIRFREE Tulip 1000 Filterless Air Purifier eliminates up to 99.99% of allergens, pollens, bacteria, and other contaminants and reduces harmful ozone levels. It has a slim, stylish design and comes with tight light color options. It is quiet, energy efficient, and requires no maintenance. Just plug it in and forget it. 

2. Waterwise Airwise Purifier

The Waterwise Airwise Purifier is a simple and compact answer to your home air purification needs. It uses photocatalysis to oxidize contaminants like pollen, mold, odors, etc. It quietly destroys airborne particles without messy filters. 

3. AIRFREE P1000 Filterless Air Purifier

The AIRFREE P1000 Filterless Air Purifier has an award-winning design that fits perfectly in the house and has a soft and adjustable blue night light. It eliminates all the contaminants like pollen, pet dander, dust, viruses, and bacteria that cause allergies and asthma. It uses heat to destroy pollutants with 100% effectiveness. This product does not require any filters or replacements.