TOP 15 best nebulizers for home use

A nebulizer differs from an inhaler in that the smallest particles of medication get into the lungs, but a regular inhaler supplies only steam. And although many modern non-steam appliances are also called inhalers, this is not entirely true. In this article, you will find out which nebulizer is best to choose for the home in 2019 and why they are better than a steam counterpart.

How the nebulizer and inhaler work

Roughly speaking, the principle is almost the same: inhalation of the drug through a special device. But, the principle of presentation is completely different for them. If the inhaler is capable of delivering only hot steam, which contains rather large particles of water (although invisible to the eye), then the nebulizer delivers a solution of room temperature and the particles are so tiny that they can penetrate into the most distant parts of the lungs. And this means that the medicine gets very quickly exactly on the inflammation focus and the healing process does not drag out.

The word "nebulizer" is a derivative of the Latin "nebula", which means - cloud, fog. But "inhaler" comes from the word "inhalo", which in translation from the same Latin means - to inhale. Now there are several types of inhalers. If you have already wondered about finding a brand that suits you, then you probably know that they are divided into types:

• Steam
• Electronic mesh
• Compression
• Ultrasonic

And for the convenience of the consumer, all these modifications are called inhalers. But in fact, only the first of them is such, but the rest are nebulizers in their pure form. With the help of an inhaler, you can only thoroughly warm up the respiratory tract, soften mucus and deliver plant substances into them, such as a decoction of medicinal herbs.

But with the help of a nebulizer, you can use any antibiotics and other drugs. So, these two types are not at all interchangeable and by and large, if you suffer from frequent colds of the respiratory tract, it would be nice to have both in the house.

And with the help of a conventional inhaler, you can steam the facial skin for cosmetic procedures.

 

What inhalers are actually nebulizers

In general, from the previous block, it became clear which of them are nebulizers. But still, for the sake of order, let's list them, because repetition is the mother of learning!

• Electronic mesh devices
• Compression devices
• Ultrasonic devices

That is, it does not matter at all how the manufacturer called his product. The principle of action is important.

Well, now let's look at the specific models that today's market offers us. There are too many of them now and it is just right to get confused if you do not stock up on the baggage of knowledge before going to a specialty store or pharmacy.You will find out which nebulizer is best to buy based on different parameters.

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Top 15 best nebulizers of 2019

In this block, we will only give a complete list of the best products in this direction, for your convenience. But below you can familiarize yourself with each of them in more detail and find out their approximate prices for today.

• Little Doctor LD-212C - compressor, for the whole family, but with a children's design
• Little Doctor LD-207U - stationary, mesh nebulizer for the whole family
• Little Doctor LD-250U - stationary, ultrasonic for the whole family
• AND CN-233 - compressor for the whole family
• AND UN-233AC-M - mesh nebulizer for the whole family
• AND UN-231 - compact, ultrasonic nebulizer for the whole family
• AND UN-232 - compact, ultrasonic for the whole family
• B.Well PRO-115 - compressor, for the whole family, there is a mask for babies
• B.Well WN-114 child - mesh inhaler (nebulizer) for the whole family
• B.Well WN-118 - steam room, for adults
• MED2000 Penguin P4 - ultrasonic for the whole family, with a baby design
• MED2000 SI 02 Burenka - steam, for the whole family
• Omron Comp Air NE-C24 - compressor inhaler for the whole family
• Omron Micro Air NE-U22 - mesh inhaler, for the whole family
• Berdsk Daisy-3 - steam inhaler

The best compressor inhalers (nebulizers)

Little Doctor LD-212C

A device measuring 130x205x95 mm with a 10 ml drug container (0.5 ml remains after use). Like all compressor-type inhalers, it has a chamber, the supply of medication from which is activated upon inhalation. Allows you to adjust the spray size: 0.1-10 microns. Flow rate 0.5 ml in 60 seconds. Complete with mask, mouth and nose attachments. Everything is presented in a universal size and for a child. Nebulizers for three positions: for upper, lower airways and universal. There is an inhalation mouthpiece and a pipe. Storage pouch and spare filter included. Powered by a network. Operates continuously for 20 minutes. Noise 58 dB. Weight 1.27 kg. Price: 1 740 rubles.

Benefits:

• nice design with bright pictures;
• can be used for the whole family;
• rich equipment;
• sprayers of various types;
• easy to assemble and disassemble;
• inexpensive and high quality inhaler.

Disadvantages:

• noisy;
• tight power button.

See also - 11 best inhalers (nebulizers) for children according to customer reviews

AND CN-233

Inhaler (150x90x140 mm) with a 6 ml tank for the drug (0.6 ml remains after use). Designed for water-based medicines. The average particle size is 3 microns (0.5-10 microns). Atomization rate is about 0.25 ml per minute. Complete with masks for adults and children and a mouthpiece. There is a storage bag. There are 5 spare filters. Receives power from the network. Operating mode for 30 minutes. Noise level 60 dB. Weight 1200 g. Price: 1 860 rubles.

Benefits:

• compact;
• easy to use and maintain;
• suitable for frequent use, does not overheat;
• good equipment;
• inexpensive.

Disadvantages:

• not very high quality mask;
• few nozzles;
• fragile container for medicine;
• noisy;
• heavy.

B.Well PRO-115

The device with dimensions 224х112х170 mm in the form of a toy train. The capacity contains 8 ml of medicine (the remainder after the procedure is 1 ml). Particles of the order of 3.16 microns, adjustable up to 5 microns. Sprays 0.4 ml in 60 seconds. In addition to the nozzles indicated for the previous model, it provides one more for the nose, as well as a separate mask for babies. Mouth and nose attachments are available. Available mouthpiece. A special case is provided for storage and transportation. Equipped with spare air filters. Operates from 220 V. Duration of the process is 30 minutes. Noise 54 dB. Weight 1510 g. Price: 2 383 rubles.

Benefits:

• funny design, interesting for kids;
• rich equipment;
• excellent build;
• volumetric capacity;
• suitable for babies;
• good quality of work;

Disadvantages:

• masks cannot be boiled;
• noisy;
• heavy.

MED2000 Penguin P4

Nebulizer in the form of a toy penguin, measuring 125x188x180 mm with a 7 ml container. Air flow rate 8 l / m.The particle size can be set in the range: 1-10 microns. Their expansion speed is 0.2 ml per minute. Equipped with masks and attachments for the mouth and nose of the universal size and for the child. It is switched on from 220 V. The main function is performed within 30 minutes. Noise 54 dB. Weight 1.5 kg. Price: 2 863 rubles.

Benefits:

• children like it due to the interesting design;
• well done;
• convenient for the whole family;
• normal equipment;
• quite functional;
• affordable price.

Disadvantages:

• noisy.

Omron Comp Air NE-C24

Portable device (98x142x72 mm) with a capacity of 7 ml (the remainder is 0.7 ml). Do not use oil suspensions and cloudy decoctions. Spraying occurs on the order of 3 microns (maximum - 5 microns) at a rate of 0.3 ml in 60 seconds. The equipment is similar to the previous version. There is a mouthpiece. Stored and transported in a case. Spare filters are included. It is connected to the mains. The workflow takes 20 minutes. Noise 46 dB. Weight 270 g. Price: 3 330 rubles.

Benefits:

• miniature, lightweight;
• clear and convenient design;
• economical consumption of drugs;
• soft air supply;
• applicable for adults and children;
• quiet work;
• sufficient equipment.

Disadvantages:

• there is no self-shutdown function.

Best mesh inhalers (nebulizers)

Little Doctor LD-207U

Small size apparatus 82x46x121 mm with a tank for 8 ml of the drug (the remainder is 0.5 ml). The average particle size is 5 microns, the maximum is 10 microns. Spraying occurs at a rate of 0.28 ml / min. The package is similar to the previous model, with the exception of the nosepiece. It is powered by AC or battery, but must be purchased separately with the adapter. The battery lasts 4 days for 20 minutes. Noise 50 dB. Weight 230 g. Price: 2 968 rubles.

Benefits:

• portable;
• silent;
• effective;
• easy to use;
• a normal set of masks and attachments.

Disadvantages:

• no power adapter;
• the membrane is clogged.

B.Well WN-114 child

The portable inhaler (45x122x54 mm) is designed for 8 ml of the drug (the minimum content after the procedure is 0.2 ml). Equipped with an aerosol chamber. The smallest sprayable particles are 0.5 microns, the middle ones are 5 microns. Expansion speed 1 ml per minute. The kit is the same, also includes a mouthpiece. There is a storage device in the form of a bag. Powered by an outlet, it can also work on two batteries for 1 hour. Designed for a continuous process of 20 minutes. Noise level 30 dB. Weight 137 g. Price: 3 978 rubles.

Benefits:

• small size;
• lightweight, mobile;
• quiet;
• normal functionality;
• volumetric capacity;
• applicable for the whole family;
• can work autonomously and in any position;
• effective in terms of treatment.

Disadvantages:

• it is impossible to make the next inhalation until the membrane dries out;
• batteries run out quickly;
• price.

AND UN-233AC-M

Nebulizer (72x108x42 mm) with a capacity of 8 ml (the remainder is 0.2 ml). The main unit is built into the body. The dissolution of the drug is up to 2.1 microns, the nebulization rate is 0.2 ml per minute. The equipment is the same, except for the mouthpiece. There is a connecting tube. There is a bag for transportation and storage. It can be operated from the mains and batteries. Noise 50 dB. Weight 103 g. Price: 4 999 rubles.

Benefits:

• compact, lightweight;
• comfortable handbag;
• the ability to use without an outlet;
• sufficient equipment;
• easy to use.

Disadvantages:

• poor-quality wiring going to the membrane (rust and fall off);
• the membrane breaks down very quickly;

Omron Micro Air NE-U22

Portable mesh inhaler (51x104x380) for 7 ml of the drug (consumption up to 0.1 ml). Provides for the use of antibiotics and hormones. Spraying occurs at a rate of 0.25 ml per minute using a mesh spray that breaks particles down to 4.2-5 microns. In addition to the standard equipment, it includes a mask adapter and a mouthpiece. There is a case for packaging the device. Functions from an outlet and from a battery (adapter is not included in the purchase). Designed for continuous operation 240 minutes. Noise 20 dB. Weight 97 g. Price: 11 990 rubles.

Benefits:

• super modern;
• miniature;
• high-quality assembly;
• almost silent;
• no difficulties with storage and transportation;
• can be used anywhere and in any position, even lying down;
• suitable for all family members;
• high efficiency of inhalation.

Disadvantages:

• batteries run out quickly;
• the adapter must be purchased separately;
• expensive.

The best ultrasonic inhalers (nebulizers)

Little Doctor LD-250U

The inhaler (193x105x178 mm) is designed for 12 ml of the drug (consumption up to 1 ml). Particle size adjustment is provided from 1 to 5 microns. Sprays them at a rate of 1.5 ml per minute. Complete with a mouthpiece, a universal mask and for a child. Equipped with a regulator of the flow rate and the degree of aerosol formation. Powered by electricity and battery. The continuous inhalation process can take up to 30 minutes. Audibility of noise 55 dB. Weight 1350 g. Price: 2 769 rubles.

Benefits:

• a container with a medicine on a fixative;
• steam particles are small enough;
• comfortable masks for all households;
• the ability to set individual settings;
• regulation of the amount of steam and fan speed;
• quality work.

Disadvantages:

• the tube from the inhaler is weakly attached;
• large and heavy;
• makes noise;
• big question about spare parts.

AND UN-231

The model (60x140x50 mm) is designed for the use of water-based drugs (the remainder in the reservoir after use is 1 ml). The average respirable particle size is 5 microns. Sprays 0.5 ml in 60 seconds. The equipment is similar to the previous version. There is a connecting tube. A handbag is provided. Powered by mains and battery. Available network and car adapters. Operates continuously for 30 minutes. Noise level 34 dB. Weight 185 g. Price: 3,030 rubles.

Benefits:

• compact;
• light;
• works quietly;
• gentle and dense steam, the flow of which is regulated;
• can be used in the car.

Disadvantages:

• the corrugated tube does not hold well;
• small volume of cups for medicines;
• expensive.

AND UN-232

The nebulizer (100x266x106 mm) also allows the use of only water-based preparations. Spraying 1.8 ml per minute of 5 µm particles. The mask is provided for universal with the ability to adapt to the size of the child. Equipped with a timer. Works from 220 V. Continuous operation for 5 minutes. Noise 45 dB. Weight 1.5 kg. Price: 7 050 rubles.

Benefits:

• nice view;
• low noise level;
• good quality of procedures;
• simple controls.

Disadvantages:

• inhalation only in a sitting position;
• short duration of continuous work.

Best steam inhalers

Berdsk Daisy-3

Steam inhaler measuring 185x225x225 mm. Powered by a network. Weight 1200 g. Price: 1 470 rubles.

Benefits:

• simple construction;
• easy to assemble, take care of;
• convenient to use;
• completed with a measuring cup;
• inexpensive.

Disadvantages:

• steam supply is not regulated;
• if it gets very hot, you can burn yourself;
• takes up a lot of space (buyers indicate that the round dome around the inhaler is not needed, but it is not removable).

B.Well WN-118

Model (235x260x90 mm) for 80 ml of the drug. The smallest respirable particle size is 10 microns. Equipped with an inhalation mask and one more for cosmetic procedures. Operates from 220 V. Continuously no more than 7 minutes. Weight 560 g. Price: 2 040 rubles.

Benefits:

• compact;
• two nozzles;
• easy to use;
• you can use different means;
• high efficiency;
• low price.

Disadvantages:

• some customers find the steam temperature uncomfortably high.

MED2000 SI 02 Burenka

The model is presented in the form of a toy ladybug (190x235x250 mm). The capacity of the preparation tank is 80 ml. Has a mask for an adult and a child. Works from the mains. Duration 8 minutes. Weight 650 g. Price: 1 980 rubles.

Benefits:

• beautiful view, kids like it;
• simple use;
• ease of care;
• inexpensive.

Disadvantages:

• the quality of the materials is in doubt.