Vicks SleepyTime
Score: 85/100
Levoit 3L Humidifier
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Vicks 3-in-1 SleepyTime Humidifier is a compact, filter-free ultrasonic unit designed for small rooms, offering up to 24 hours of runtime and whisper-quiet operation. It combines humidification with essential oil diffusion and a 7-color night-light, though it requires distilled water to avoid mineral dust. Best suited for parents of infants or light sleepers needing a quiet, multi-functional device for nurseries.
The Levoit Dual 150 is a compact ultrasonic cool mist humidifier designed for small to medium-sized rooms up to 290 square feet, featuring a 3-liter top-fill tank. It offers quiet operation under 28 dB and dual functionality as both a humidifier and essential oil diffuser. While it excels in convenience and quietness, its limited coverage area and lack of smart features make it less suitable for larger spaces.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,271 ml | 3,000 mlbest | |
24 hours | 25 hoursbest | |
150 sq ft | 290 sq ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 30 dB | 28 dBbest |
| ↓ lower better | 28.8 W | 25 Wbest |
2 levelsbest | — | |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Capacity(6) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 2271 ml | 3000 ml |
Runtime (hours) | 24 hours | 25 hours |
Room Coverage (sq ft) | 150 sq ft | 290 sq ft |
Noise Level (dB) | 30 dB | 28 dB |
Mist Output Rate (ml/hr) | adjustable ml/hr | ml/hr |
Speed Settings (levels) | 2 levels | levels |
Features & Extras(1) | ||
Night Light | true | false |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 28.8 W | 25 W |
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Professional reviewers praise the cost-saving filter-free technology and extended runtime, highlighting the adjustable dual nozzle and quiet operation as perfect for nurseries.
Users appreciate the long runtime and quiet operation but frequently complain about white dust accumulation from tap water and difficulties cleaning the tank.
“Lasts all night without refilling”
“Super quiet-doesn't wake the baby”
“White dust everywhere unless using distilled water”
Professional reviewers consistently praise the Levoit Dual 150 as a budget-friendly humidifier offering reliable performance. They highlight its quiet operation, easy top-fill refilling mechanism, and sufficient runtime for full-night use without requiring mid-sleep refills. Reviewers note that it delivers steady mist output to maintain air hydration overnight while fitting discreetly into various room aesthetics at an accessible price point.
Everyday users frequently praise the Levoit Dual 150 for its quiet operation, which does not disturb sleep, and the top-fill convenience that eliminates tank detachment hassles. The eight-hour runtime on a full tank is commonly cited as meeting expectations for overnight bedroom use. Users also value the easy maintenance and simple design, though some express dissatisfaction with the limited coverage area in larger rooms.
