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Vicks V4500
 
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Summary: This Vicks Tabletop was excellent in overall performance, and is intended to humidify areas up to 420 square feet. It uses an impeller to produce moisture. It is equipped with a humidistat, which on this model is an analog dial. It is effective at inhibiting bacterial growth. Protec anti-microbial cartridge will need replacement periodically.
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Type: Tabletop humidifiers
About - Vicks V4500

The Vicks V4500 is part of the humidifier test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, humidifier models like the V4500 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Output:
Output is based on the number of gallons emitted daily per square foot of the recommended humidification area.

Convenience:
Convenience is the ease of operating and maintaining a unit.

Noise:
Noise is based on the sound level, in decibels, at the unit¿s highest operating setting.
About This Brand

Vicks is part of the Helen of Troy group. Vicks offers a broad range of humidifiers, which can be found in mass-market and drug stores. Prices range from $40 to $90.

Features & Specs - Vicks V4500
info Claimed humidification area 420
info Humidistat Yes
info Programmable No
info Antimicrobial claims Yes
info Antimicrobial effectiveness Yes
info Full tank weight (lbs.) 9.0
info Style Impeller
info Dual mist No
info Warm mist only No
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User Reviews - Vicks V4500
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1.0
Worst humidifier ever!
3/7/2013
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Comment:
Unbelievably noisy! No way to sleep with this truck rattling away all night. Leaves a white film all over everything. Worse product I ever purchased. Can't believe anyone would recommend this.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
2.0
Hard to clean
3/6/2013
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Comment:
We used this in my son's room, and it did a decent job of raising the humidity level. However, it was extremely hard to clean. It would leave hard water deposits where ever the vapor touched, and the unit itself would get very dirty. Had to throw it away.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
1.0
Noise
1/27/2013
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Comment:
Got a while back based on CR review. Maybe we got a lemon but unbelievable noise. That's why I am here looking for another.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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