With some humidifiers, you're stuck with just a few settings. Not so with the Kenmore 12-Gallon Humidifier 15412 (Sears item 03215412000), which offers plenty of customization and, just as important, feedback on how it's getting the job done. You can set the amount of humidity you prefer in five-percent increments (from 20 percent to 65 percent), and then the unit goes to work. The digital LED screen then displays both the target humidity you set and the actual humidity.

This model, which is designed to humidify an area up to 2500 square feet, cycles on and off as appropriate to get to the humidity level you set. The Kenmore 12-gallon humidifier 15412 has a nicely switchable four-speed fan, which provides even more adjustability. One particularly handy feature is its compact fill bottle, which can fit under most faucets and doesn't require a hose. Despite the bottle's small size, this model can distribute up to 12 gallons of moisture over 24 hours.

The Kenmore 12-gallon humidifier 15412 sits on four swiveling casters, which make it simple to roll, and also comes with a security lock on the controls and a refill light indicator.


Pros: Lots of customization options, compact fill bottle
Cons: Moderate output

Warranty
1 year