AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) vs Levoit LV600HH
The short answer
AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) comes out ahead overall with 6.9/10 against 6.4/10 for the Levoit LV600HH. AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) is stronger on hygiene & ease of cleaning and health, safety & materials. Levoit LV600HH is stronger on quiet & sleep-friendly and value. At current verified prices, the Levoit LV600HH costs about $100.00 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 Levoit LV600HH if: People who want maximum ultrasonic output for under $100, with a remote and auto mode but no app or filters, and will use distilled water.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) | Levoit LV600HH |
|---|---|---|
| Hygiene & Ease of Cleaning | 7.0Evaporative with an antimicrobial-treated wick, but tap water crusts it and it needs frequent replacement. | 4.8Ultrasonic has the highest dispersal per EPA; BabyGearLab says it is somewhat harder to clean. |
| Humidifying Performance | 8.2Held 51% RH for 3 days in Bob Vila's test; rated 2,400 sq ft. | 8.0Largest gain in Reviewed testing; 6 L tank, 753 sq ft max. |
| Quiet & Sleep-Friendly | 5.3Bob Vila found the fan loud on high; lower speeds are available. | 6.8No verified dB figure; no sleep-mode evidence. |
| Health, Safety & Materials | 8.0Evaporative, so no white dust or burn risk. | 5.5CARB/Intertek marks; tap water causes white dust and PM2.5. |
| Ease of Use | 6.5Remote, digital humidistat and casters, but Bob Vila found it hard to move. | 6.5Remote and auto mode; bottom-fill means flipping the tank. |
| Value | 6.0$199.99 from a third-party seller, plus frequent wick purchases. | 7.6$99.99 with no filters, but distilled water and warm-mode power add cost. |
Specifications
| Spec | AIRCARE EP9800 (EP9 800) | Levoit LV600HH |
|---|---|---|
| Humidifier type | Evaporative (wick) pedestal | Hybrid ultrasonic (warm & cool mist) |
| Tank capacity | 13.2 L | 6 L |
| Max runtime per tank (manufacturer) | — | 50 hours |
| Rated room coverage | 2,400 sq ft | 753 sq ft |
| Top-fill tank | No | No |
| Requires replaceable filter/cartridge | Yes | No |
| Built-in humidistat / auto mode | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in night light | No | — |
| Built-in white-noise / sound machine | No | No |
| Mist temperature | Cool (evaporative) | Warm or cool |
| Wi-Fi app / voice control | No | No |
| White dust / mineral dispersal risk (per EPA type guidance) | Low (evaporative) | High with tap water (ultrasonic); use distilled |
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 →Levoit LV600HH
Pros
- Largest humidity increase in Reviewed's testing
- Low price
- Filterless, with no cartridges to buy
- Remote and auto mode
- Warm and cool mist
Cons
- Bottom-fill tank must be flipped
- Harder to clean
- Ultrasonic mineral dispersal means distilled water
- About 280 W in warm mode
- No app
A budget route to high output for distilled-water users. Cleaning and refilling are less convenient than with the LV600S.
Full Levoit LV600HH 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.