The manufacturer Ballu offers climatic devices of decent quality that are in high demand. When choosing a humidifier and purifier, you should study the TOP of the best products for 2019 presented below. The review includes models with different characteristics, differing in performance, additional functions and appearance. The pros and cons are described based on user feedback.
Best humidifiers
Almost all Ballu humidifiers included in the review are ultrasonic. They work on the principle of splitting water. It is converted into mist on the membrane. The fan blows it into the air.
Ballu UHB-100
The device of the original form is designed for a volume of 1 liter. Consumption 300 ml / h. The device is capable of humidifying the air in a room of 10 sq.m. The blowing direction, ventilation speed and humidification intensity can be adjusted mechanically. There is a window that allows you to control the water level. When it is lowered, a light alert occurs. Automatically shuts off when the liquid runs out. Provides the possibility of air aromatization.
Benefits:
- does not release hot steam;
- simple control with one handle;
- you can direct the stream in any direction using a spout;
- low electricity consumption;
- low cost.
Disadvantages:
- small area of action;
- short cord;
- the reservoir is insufficient.
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Ballu UHB-260 Hello Kitty Aroma
Model for a child, suitable for installation in a children's room. Differs in small dimensions 130x170x110 mm. The water consumption is 30 ml / h. When it ends, a light alert occurs. The spray intensity can be selected. There is a flavoring function.
Benefits:
- nice;
- compact;
- performs its function well;
- allows the use of aromatic oils;
- convenient to pour water.
Disadvantages:
- small water tank;
- gurgles when working.
Ballu UHB-200
The device is in vertical design (160x348x160 mm), it can be white or black. The water tank is 3.6 liters. Consumption - 350 ml / h. Designed for an area of 40 sq.m. It is possible to regulate the direction of the jet. The blowing power and humidification intensity can be controlled. Indicates when the tank is empty. There is a demineralizing cartridge. Power 28 W.
Benefits:
- nice view;
- according to reviews, copes well with the function;
- capacious tank, taking into account the dimensions;
- works for a long time at low power;
- convenient regulator;
- can replace a night light due to the backlight;
- you can add essential oils.
Disadvantages:
- it is a little inconvenient to pour water through the bottom hole, each time you need to unscrew the filter;
- makes gurgling sounds at full power;
- the backlight is constantly on;
- the inner parts must be washed so that mucus does not accumulate (because of this, the fan may hum);
- the legs are not rubberized, easily moves from the place, may fall.
Ballu UHB-190
The device has a nice shape and small dimensions (230x335x230 mm) suitable for a room of 35 sq. M. Tank volume 4 l, flow rate 350 ml / h. There is a demineralizing cartridge and an antibacterial filter. Managed electronically.Evaporation power and fan intensity can be set. Turns off when rollover or tilted. The button is lit during operation. When the water runs out, it signals with a light. Power 20 W.
Benefits:
- beautiful view;
- bright backlight with the ability to choose a color, can be used as a night light;
- enough for a day;
- 3 spray modes;
- large tank;
- aromatic oils can be added;
- not noisy.
Disadvantages:
- the backlight is too bright;
- after a year of operation, noise appeared (you need to clean it so that the fan does not stall);
- you need to wash more often, otherwise mucus and a corresponding smell form on the walls inside;
- some buyers found the wire short (more than a meter);
- some users have a drip after a few months of use.
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Ballu UHB-300
White model with an hourglass figure 198x288x198 mm. Assumes operation in premises up to 40 sq.m. 2.8 L reservoir, flow rate 300 ml / h. Operated mechanically. You can set the intensity of work, change the direction of blowing. There is a backlight on the case. There is a demineralizing cartridge. It turns off when the water runs out. Power 28 W.
Benefits:
- original design;
- beautiful lighting;
- powerful blowing;
- works quietly;
- there is a cassette for aroma oils;
- nice price.
Disadvantages:
- small water tank, you need to fill it twice a day;
- short wire;
- plaque appears even when using filtered water;
- there is no way to open the tank to clean;
- the backlight cannot be turned off;
- not very convenient filling.
Ballu UHB-805
The 210x285x173mm white ultrasonic humidifier can be placed on a table or floor. The legs are rubberized to prevent slipping. Serves up to 30 sq.m. 4L reservoir, flow rate 300 ml / h. It can warm up water (warm steam) before spraying. Equipped with a pre-filter and anti-bacteria. It is electronically controlled with the ability to adjust the speed and intensity. Disabled when dropped and when tilted. Power 105 W.
Benefits:
- moisturizes well;
- filling is convenient;
- you can add aromatic oils;
- high quality plastic;
- sensitive touch buttons;
- replaceable filters.
Disadvantages:
- no low spraying speed (due to the high power of the device);
- does not show the level of humidity;
- some people find the noise level unpleasant;
- makes an unpleasant whistle when working on preheating.
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Ballu UHB-240 Disney
White fixture with yellow or turquoise Disney character, ideal for kids' rooms up to 20 sqm. Dimensions 210x240x145 mm. Capacity 1.5 l, flow rate 180 ml / h. Operated by mechanical switches. You can set the spraying speed, ventilation speed, change the spray angle. The legs are rubberized, which makes the device more stable. Has a backlight. When the water level drops, a light alert occurs. Power 18 W.
Benefits:
- children's design;
- simple control;
- quiet work;
- pleasant, not too bright backlight, if necessary, you can turn it off;
- high-quality assembly;
- easy to refuel.
Disadvantages:
- bay from below, not very convenient;
- at maximum speed, the volume is enough for 5 hours;
- the wire is not very long;
- when the water runs out, it turns off not immediately, but “in fits and starts”.
Ballu UHB-185
Non-standard model with a long elongated spout. Designed primarily for floor installation due to its height (242x1110x242 mm), but can also be placed on a table or cabinet. Able to increase the humidity in the room up to 40 sq.m. Unlike most devices, it has an upper bay. 3.5 l reservoir, flow rate 350 ml / h. Speed and power are set by a mechanical governor. It turns off by itself when the water level drops (it is previously reported by a light indicator).
Benefits:
- stylish look, suitable for the interior of any home;
- it is very convenient to pour water through the top (no need to turn off, unwind, turn over, carry it to the kitchen / bath);
- rather long work (about 10 hours);
- uniform light noise;
- ease of adjustment;
- plaque, no water settling on the floor;
- easy to care for (wash regularly, clean the filter);
- the jet is forced high upward, which contributes to a more even distribution throughout the room.
Disadvantages:
- it is a little inconvenient to change the fragrance, you need to remove the tank;
- prefabricated tube structure (joints are visible);
- the flask is difficult to remove;
- light weight, slightly unstable without water.
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Ballu UHB-990
Rectangular-conical apparatus (234x361x204 mm) for rooms up to 40 sq.m. Quite a spacious 5.8 liter tank with a flow rate of 350 ml / h. Designed to work up to 12 hours, according to its characteristics, it is able to maintain a humidity of 40-75%. Controlled by touch buttons on the body and using the remote control. It has a display that shows the operating parameters and the current humidity. Fan speed, spray intensity and direction can be adjusted. Works in preheating mode (warm steam). There is an ionization function. Equipped with hygrostat, temperature sensor. Complete with filters for pre-cleaning, anti-bacteria and demineralizer. Roll-over and tilt safety shutdown is activated. Signals about the end of water. Power 110 W.
Benefits:
- nice view;
- convenient control, incl. from the remote control;
- large reservoir, long working time;
- rubberized feet, steady.
Disadvantages:
- with low water quality, filters do not save from plaque;
- it is not very convenient to add water;
- you cannot turn off the backlight;
- hard to find replaceable filters;
- high price.
Ballu AW-320 / AW-325
Included in the rating due to the combination of functions of a purifier and a humidifier. The latter is carried out not by ultrasound, but by the traditional method (forced air passes through water). It has a rounded shape, dimensions 392x410x295 mm. It comes in white and black. Used for large areas - up to 50 sq.m. Designed for floor installation. The volume of the tank is 5.7 liters, the flow rate is 300 ml / h. It is controlled by electronics, has an informative board. Power, speed and direction can be adjusted. Supplied with a silver rod for water disinfection. Has a water filter. Built-in cleaning mode for dampening discs. There is a hygrostat. Maintains humidity in the range of 40-75%. When the set parameters are reached, the indicator turns on. There is a light warning about the end of water. Power 15 W.
Benefits:
- nice;
- convenient control;
- large volume (in economy mode, it lasts up to 2-3 days);
- low noise level (higher only in turbo mode);
- there is a compartment for essential oils;
- the discs are dishwasher safe;
- air intake occurs from the sides, humidified air is emitted upward from both sides (more evenly distributed throughout the apartment);
- natural hydration (not like ultrasonic models);
- easy to maintain.
Disadvantages:
- significant dimensions;
- the water tank has a round bottom (not stable);
- no child lock;
- the hygrometer readings are accurate only when the device is turned on, then, due to the higher humidity next to it, they deviate slightly;
- the purification function is not particularly effective;
- in auto mode, it slows down and does not reach the specified percentage of humidity;
- the design is not very stable;
- no ionization;
- it would be convenient to have a control panel.
Best Ballu Cleaners
The air purifiers pass air through several filters, removing dust and dirt. Some devices have the ability to eliminate odors and bacteria. Most models ionize the air.
Ballu AP-100
The device is circular in shape 125x135x125 mm, designed for 5 sq.m. Cleaning performance - 31 cubic meters / h. Equipped with a pre-filter and a HEPA filter. There is an ionization function. Flavors can be used. There is a USB connector for inclusion. Power 3 W.
Benefits:
- beautiful lighting during work;
- silent;
- high quality plastic;
- works from USB;
- several degrees of cleaning;
- there is less dust in the immediate vicinity.
Disadvantages:
- small area of impact;
- some buyers did not notice the cleansing effect;
- there is no way to check the ionization function.
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Ballu AP-110
The device is designed to be installed on the floor due to its dimensions (215x584x176 mm). It comes in white and black. Serves up to 20 sq.m. Cleaning capacity 200 m3 / h. The device has an informative display, the control is carried out electronically. There is a sleep timer. Cleaning takes place using a pre-filter and a HEPA filter. There is a function of ionization and turning on the UV lamp. The light indicator indicates the degree of purity of the surrounding air. Disabled when the panel is opened. Can be switched to night mode (lower indicator illumination level). A special light indicates filter contamination. Power 50 watts.
Benefits:
- beautiful view;
- several degrees of cleaning, including UV;
- beautiful indication of air purity;
- works silently at minimum;
- sensitive control panel;
- easy to clean.
Disadvantages:
- no timer to turn on;
- buttons in night mode are poorly lit;
- the backlight cannot be turned off.
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Ballu AP-155
Model of the original form (320x495x200 mm), white or black. Designed for 20 sq. m. Productivity 170 cubic meters / h. In addition to the above filters, it also has a carbon one. Equipped with air purity controller. It is electronically controlled, the operating indications are indicated on the display, the brightness of which itself adjusts to the degree of illumination. Has a temperature sensor. There is a timer for 8 hours. A special light indicates filter contamination. Power 38 W.
Benefits:
- neat appearance;
- quality materials;
- the front panel is easily removable (with magnets);
- cleans from dust, cat hair, bacteria, odors;
- there are several modes, including night;
- measures temperature;
- convenient touch control.
Disadvantages:
- the pre-filter is connected to the HEPA, it cannot be washed;
- HEPA is made of transparent material, probably of poor quality;
- makes noise in intensive modes;
- some buyers do not have enough service area;
- for uniform cleaning, you need to rearrange the device around the room (advice from users);
- high price.
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