Levoit LV600HH vs Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65)
Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65)
The short answer
Levoit LV600HH comes out ahead overall with 6.4/10 against 6.2/10 for the Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65). Levoit LV600HH is stronger on humidifying performance, quiet & sleep-friendly, ease of use and value. Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65) is stronger on hygiene & ease of cleaning and health, safety & materials. At current verified prices, the Levoit LV600HH costs about $50.00 less.
- 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.
- Choose the Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65) if: Basements and big common rooms up to 1,000 sq ft where you want a simple tap-water evaporative unit with dial controls and a long guarantee.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Levoit LV600HH | Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65) |
|---|---|---|
| Hygiene & Ease of Cleaning | 4.8Ultrasonic has the highest dispersal per EPA; BabyGearLab says it is somewhat harder to clean. | 6.0Evaporative with low dispersal, but the narrow spouts make the tanks hard to scrub (Bob Vila). |
| Humidifying Performance | 8.0Largest gain in Reviewed testing; 6 L tank, 753 sq ft max. | 7.5About 36 h per fill on max and held a basement near 45% (Bob Vila); rated 1,000 sq ft. |
| Quiet & Sleep-Friendly | 6.8No verified dB figure; no sleep-mode evidence. | 6.048 dB on high (Bob Vila), but glugs every few hours. |
| Health, Safety & Materials | 5.5CARB/Intertek marks; tap water causes white dust and PM2.5. | 8.0Evaporative, so no white dust or steam; 5-year guarantee. |
| Ease of Use | 6.5Remote and auto mode; bottom-fill means flipping the tank. | 5.5Dual tanks are easy to refill; manual dial with no digital readout. |
| Value | 7.6$99.99 with no filters, but distilled water and warm-mode power add cost. | 3.5$302.99 (editor-confirmed) is steep for 1,000 sq ft coverage. |
Specifications
| Spec | Levoit LV600HH | Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65) |
|---|---|---|
| Humidifier type | Hybrid ultrasonic (warm & cool mist) | Evaporative (wick) |
| Tank capacity | 6 L | 15.1 L |
| Max runtime per tank (manufacturer) | 50 hours | 36 hours |
| Rated room coverage | 753 sq ft | 1,000 sq ft |
| Noise (manufacturer-rated or lab-measured) | — | 48 dB |
| Top-fill tank | No | No |
| Requires replaceable filter/cartridge | No | Yes |
| Built-in humidistat / auto mode | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in white-noise / sound machine | No | No |
| Mist temperature | Warm or cool | Cool (evaporative) |
| Wi-Fi app / voice control | No | No |
| White dust / mineral dispersal risk (per EPA type guidance) | High with tap water (ultrasonic); use distilled | Low (evaporative) |
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 →Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65)
Pros
- About 36 hours per fill in Bob Vila's test
- Held a basement near 45% RH
- 48 dB on high
- Common replacement wicks
- 5-year guarantee
Cons
- Premium price for 1,000 sq ft of coverage
- Narrow tank spouts are hard to clean
- Periodic glugging
- Dial humidistat with no digital readout
A dependable choice for basements and big common rooms. The price keeps it at the bottom of the list.
Full Vornado Evap40 (HU1-0045-65) 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.