Humidifiers can make your home more comfortable and save you from annoyances like dry sinuses and dry skin. Using a humidifier is particularly crucial in arid environments and during the winter if you are running the heat.

While a warm mist humidifier may offer relief if you want to add moisture to a sick room, a cool mist humidifier is helpful in all kinds of dry conditions and at any time of year. You can also choose a dual mist humidifier if you want to produce cool or warm mist as needed.

Choosing the best cool humidifier comes down to deciding what capacity tank you need and what features you want. A humidifier with an adjustable humidistat will allow you to control the amount of moisture your machine adds to the air. You could also choose an app-compatible humidifier in order to control the settings remotely.

When setting up your new cool mist humidifier, make sure to follow the directions for what kind of water to use in your machine. It is often best to use purified water to reduce the amount of mineral buildup in the humidifier’s water tank. You can use a home water filtration system or water filter pitcher to purify your home tap water.

If you have invested in a smart humidifier, you will need to load the corresponding app onto your phone or other device. Some smart humidifiers also do more than one job. For instance, there are humidifiers that operate as air purifiers. In fact, if you are choosing the best air purifier for your home and you live in a dry climate, you may want one that can humidify.

If you want to introduce moisture to your air and also create a strong cooling effect during hot summer months, consider investing in an evaporative cooler.