Humidifiers and dehumidifiers

Philips HU2716 review

Philips HU2716

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Evaporative humidifier with replaceable humidification filter
  • Timer (1-9 hours)
  • Adjustable Humidistat (40-60%)
  • Claims to have up to 99% less bacteria
  • No ions, chemicals or ozone used
  • Longest cord of 1740 mm
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Lowest rated manual
  • Easy to spill water from full appliance

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Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Humidity score
95%
Water output score
52%
Energy efficiency score
90%
Ease of use score
76%
Power consumption (W)
22
Noise on high setting (dBA)
42
Measured output of moisture (mL/hr)
194
Water consumption (L/hr)
0.03
Did water pool on the floor after testing?

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Claimed humidification area (m2)
32
Measured tank capacity (L)
2.2
Cord length (cm)
174
Weight (kg)
2.5
Recommended weekly maintenance
Filter
Filter cleaning interval
6 months
Refilling instructions
Only fill the water tank with cold tap water. Do not use ground water or hot water (< 40 °C). Do not put any substance other than water in the water tank. Do not add fragrance or chemical substances into the water. Use only water (tap, purified, mineral, any sort of portable water).
Claimed power consumption (W)
17
Dimensions (H x D x W, cm)
35 x 22 x 22
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
China
Website
philips.com.au/c-p/HU2716_70/2000-series-air-humidifier

Cost

Price
$249.00
Running cost (24 hours)
$0.16
Running cost (90 days)
$4.75
Energy use (kWH/L)
0.11

Features

Cool mist only
Warm mist only
Dual mist
Humidstat
Adjustable humidistat range
Fan
Programmable
Smart app
Remote
Water level gauge
Empty tank indicator
Night light/glow in the dark
Cleaning brush
Filter supplied

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