GeneralAire 1042-LH
Score: 75/100Honeywell TrueEASE
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Honeywell Home HE200A1000 is a large basic evaporative bypass humidifier designed for whole-house use, delivering up to 17 gallons per day of moisture for homes up to 20,000 cubic feet. It features easy snap-into-place installation, quick-connect plumbing, and includes the HumidiPRO digital humidistat for precise humidity control. It is best suited for homeowners in homes up to 20,000 cubic feet needing reliable, easy-to-install bypass humidification.
The GeneralAire 1042-LH is a bypass evaporative whole-house humidifier designed for homes up to 2,800 square feet. It operates as a flow-through system that utilizes the furnace's warm air to evaporate water through a vapor pad, adding moisture to the home's air with a maximum output of 17 gallons per day. It is a straightforward, low-maintenance solution with minimal electrical needs.
| Attribute | | Honeywell TrueEASE |
|---|---|---|
2,800 sq ft | 20,000 sq ftbest | |
136 pints/daybest | 17 pints/day | |
— | 0.3 in. w.g.best | |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
14 in | 17.16 inbest | |
18 inbest | 15 in | |
14 inbest | 10.13 in | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.21 lbs | 13 lbsbest |
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| Attribute | | Honeywell TrueEASE |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | Manual | Digital |
Design(4) | ||
Overall Height (in) | 14.0 in | 17.16 in |
Overall Width (in) | 18.0 in | 15.0 in |
Overall Depth (in) | 14.0 in | 10.13 in |
Product Weight (lbs) | 15.21 lbs | 13.0 lbs |
Performance(2) | ||
Coverage Area (sq ft) | 2800 sq ft | 20000 sq ft |
Moisture Output (pints/day) | 136 pints/day | 17 pints/day |
Features(1) | ||
Installation Type | Bypass | Bypass Duct-Mounted |
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Professional sources highlight the GeneralAire 1042-LH as a robust, energy-efficient solution for medium-to-large homes. Reviewers note its flexible installation options and durable construction as key strengths, while acknowledging that its performance is inherently tied to furnace operation cycles.
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Search results lack independent professional reviews or editor ratings. Manufacturer sources (Resideo/Honeywell) emphasize ease of installation, maintenance, and efficiency for pros, positioning it as a value-driven option that saves water/energy by running only when humidity is needed. One retailer notes its versatile fit designed for more jobs and recurring pad sales potential.
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