Crane Germ Defense EE-8065

Humidifiers / Large room (500 - 999 sq ft)

Germ Defense EE-8065

Bacteria-free mist
Indicator for empty tank
Automatic shut-off when empty
ultrasonic style

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How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

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Current Range of Tested Humidifiers

Current Range of Tested Humidifiers

What goes into the Overall Score?

Output

/ 5

Convenience

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

Efficiency

/ 5

Hard water

/ 5

Humidistat accuracy

/ 5

Color

/ 5

About

The Crane Germ Defense EE-8065 is part of the Humidifiers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Humidifiers models like the Germ Defense EE-8065 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.

Features & Specs

Features & Specs

Features

Cool mist only

No

Warm mist only

No

Dual mist

Yes

Programmable

No

Humidistat

No

Antimicrobial claims

Yes

Daily maintenance required

No

Weekly maintenance required

Yes

Need to replace filter or wick

No

Need to replace cartridge

No

Nightlight or glow-in-the-dark

No

Indicator for empty tank

Yes

Automatic shut-off when empty

Yes

Cool mist

Specs

Style

Ultrasonic

Claimed humidification area (Sq. ft.)

500

Daily output (gal)

2.2

Claimed maximum run time (hrs.)

75

Cord length (in.)

62

Claimed wattage

130

Price & Shop

Price & Shop