AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) vs AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console
AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console
The short answer
AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) comes out ahead overall with 6.9/10 against 6.8/10 for the AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console. AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) is stronger on humidifying performance, quiet & sleep-friendly and ease of use. AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console is stronger on value. At current verified prices, the AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console costs about $80.00 less.
- Choose the AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) if: Living rooms where a humidifier has to look like furniture and run for days on its own using tap water.
- Choose the AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console if: Budget buyers who want to humidify a whole floor with tap water and can tolerate fan noise in a common area.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) | AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console |
|---|---|---|
| Hygiene & Ease of Cleaning | 7.0Evaporative with an antimicrobial-treated wick, but tap water crusts it and it needs frequent replacement. | 7.0Evaporative with low dispersal; MAF2 wick needs replacing. |
| Humidifying Performance | 8.2Held 51% RH for 3 days in Bob Vila's test; rated 2,400 sq ft. | 6.3Rated 2,600 sq ft and 36 h, but stalled near 30% RH in cold weather unless on high (Bob Vila). |
| Quiet & Sleep-Friendly | 5.3Bob Vila found the fan loud on high; lower speeds are available. | 4.8About 58 dB on high per Bob Vila. |
| Health, Safety & Materials | 8.0Evaporative, so no white dust or burn risk. | 8.0No white dust or steam; 81 W draw; 2-year warranty. |
| Ease of Use | 6.5Remote, digital humidistat and casters, but Bob Vila found it hard to move. | 6.0Digital humidistat and auto shutoff; bottle tank must be carried. |
| Value | 6.0$199.99 from a third-party seller, plus frequent wick purchases. | 8.2$119.99 for whole-floor tap-water coverage; wicks are the main running cost. |
Specifications
| Spec | AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) | AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console |
|---|---|---|
| Humidifier type | Evaporative (wick) pedestal | Evaporative (wick) console |
| Tank capacity | 13.2 L | 9.5 L |
| Max runtime per tank (manufacturer) | — | 36 hours |
| Rated room coverage | 2,400 sq ft | 2,600 sq ft |
| Top-fill tank | No | No |
| Requires replaceable filter/cartridge | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in humidistat / auto mode | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in night light | No | No |
| Built-in white-noise / sound machine | No | No |
| Mist temperature | Cool (evaporative) | Cool (evaporative) |
| Wi-Fi app / voice control | No | No |
| White dust / mineral dispersal risk (per EPA type guidance) | Low (evaporative) | Low (evaporative) |
AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800)
Pros
- Held 51% RH for three days unattended
- Furniture-style cabinet
- Digital humidistat, remote and nine fan speeds
- Evaporative, so tap water works and little white dust
- Rated for 2,400 sq ft
Cons
- Loud fan on high
- Hard to move despite casters
- Wick crusts with tap water and needs frequent replacement
- Tank is not top-fill
A good fit for living rooms where looks matter and noise is tolerable. It is cheaper than the Superior 6000S but less quiet and less convenient.
Full AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) review →AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console
Pros
- Low purchase price for the coverage rating
- Evaporative, so tap water works
- Digital humidistat and auto shutoff
- About 36 hours per fill
Cons
- Loud on high at about 58 dB
- Struggled to pass 30% RH in cold weather unless on high
- Dated look, and the tank must be carried to the sink
- Wicks add running cost
The best value for tap-water buyers who accept the noise. If you will buy distilled water, the Levoit LV600HH is a cheaper high-output alternative.
Full AIRCARE MA0800 Mini-Console review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Humidifiers for Large Rooms of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.