Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier review

The Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier is great bedroom humidifier that will help you get a better night’s sleep

Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier
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Top Ten Reviews Verdict

An optional night light, almost silent operation and auto shut off, make the MistAire XL our pick as the best bedroom humidifier

Pros

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    Night mode

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    Single and dual mist output

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    Auto shut-off

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    Quiet

Cons

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    Can be difficult to refill

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    No auto mode

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We've researched the latest portable generators, asked the experts, and sifted through thousands of specs, features and user reviews to find the best humidifiers around in 2020. Here's everything you need to know about the Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier.

Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier: What is it?

The Pure Enrichment MistAire XL is an affordable cool mist ultrasonic humidifier with a 1-gallon tank, which enables a large room coverage of 500 square foot. It packs a good range of features, such as single and dual mist output, into this package but don’t expect too many high-end features at this price. If you want to find out how the Pure Enrichment MistAire XL compares to other humidfiers on the market, read our round up of the best humidifiers.

Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier review: Price

With an RRP of $59.99, the MistAire XL comes in at about the mid-range for humidifiers. This is particularly good value for a large room air purifier, larger tank sizes often tip prices towards the higher-end. While a humidistat would be too much to ask at this price range, the MistAire still packs in enough features to make this a good value humidifier. Deals are hard to come by on this model, even at Amazon.com, so it will be worth checking the sales if you’re looking to buy this humidifier at a real bargain price.

Pure Enrichment MistAire XL Humidifier review: Design and features

  • Ability to customise the mist output via the variable mist control
  • Large tank allows it manage rooms up to 500 sq ft in size
  • Comes with the choice of a blue, green or red optional night light
Specifications

Dimensions (L x W x H): 13 x 10 x 8 inches
Weight: 1.1lbs
Mist: Cool
Max room size: 500 sq ft
Water tank: 1 gal
System: Ultrasonic

One of the handiest features on the MistAire XL is the ability to customise the mist output via the variable mist control, which allows you to adjust the mist output, alongside the ability to choose between single or dual nozzle output. The single, directional nozzle is for use when the unit is up against a wall so you can direct the mist into the room, while the dual nozzle allows greater output when the humidifier is in a more open space.

The large tank not only allows the MistAire to manage rooms up to 500 sq ft in size but provides between 10 and 24 hours of continuous operation, depending on the output settings. This means it doesn’t quite have the power or coverage of the Levoit LV600HH, with its 1.6-gallon tank and 36 hours of continuous use, but it still packs a punch at a lower price point.

If you’re planning on using a humidifier in a bedroom, it’s worth checking its operation won’t keep you awake. The MistAire XL comes with the choice of a blue, green or red optional night light, designed to soothe you to sleep. The near-silent operation is a bonus for light-sleepers.

The MistAire’s auto shut-off is a safety feature that stops the humidifier running when the water level becomes low or the tank is removed, so you can leave it running without having to remember to come back and turn it off.

Pure Enrichment MistAire XL review: User reviews

  • Users like the large tank
  • Refilling the tank is a bit of a balancing act according to some reviews

User reviews tend to rate the MistAire XL at an average of 4 out of 5, particularly complementing the large tank size. Reviews also confirm the quiet operation claims, with plenty of reviews mentioning that this humidifier is almost silent. Alongside the nightlight, reviewers often mention its suitability as a bedroom humidifier.

Some reviews mention that refilling the tank is a bit of a balancing act and could be an issue for some people, but most haven’t found cleaning it to be too much of a problem. The odd review also mentions some surface water being produced around the unit, but this doesn’t seem to be a common occurrence.

Should you buy the Pure Enrichment MistAire XL? 

The Pure Enrichment MistAire XL is a good value humidifier that may not have all the high-end features but has enough to mean it more than pulls its weight amongst mid-range humidifiers. The 1-gallon tank makes it suitable for large rooms and able to run throughout the night without needing a top-up. Combined with quiet operation and a night light option, it’s a good humidifier for anyone looking for a unit that can help them sleep better, without putting a big dent in their wallet.

While not as powerful as the Levoit LV600HH, it’s also not expensive and while the lack of a humidistat may be disappointing, it is a feature you should expect to pay a bit more for.

If it’s the best value humidifier you’re after, see our Honeywell HCM-350 review, or for a large room humidifier, check out the Levoit LV600HH review. Alternatively, you can also read the URPOWER Square Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Humidifier review.

Stevie Keen
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Stevie is a freelance digital consultant, copywriter and photographer. She's worked for brands like the Radio Times and Wallpaper*, and has also written for Amateur Photographer, Clash Magazine and Flash Pack, amongst others. Stevie's bylines cover all things related to the home - from air conditioning units to refrigerators to gas grills (and everything in between).