Miro NR07G Review
Our Verdict
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Miro NR07G | |||||
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Awards | Most Hygenic | Best Overall Humidifier | Budget-friendly Humidity | Baby-friendly Design | |
Price | $165 List $159.00 at Amazon | $100 List $99.99 at Amazon | $60 List | $55 List $39.98 at Amazon | $55 List $49.94 at Amazon |
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Bottom Line | A compact humidifier that is effective in smaller spaces with parts that can all be washed in soap and water | An effective ultrasonic unit that is easy to use but somewhat more challenging to clean | Effective humidifier with a wallet-friendly price that is somewhat loud but very effective | Simple, quiet ultrasonic humidification, but best for smaller spaces | Cute humidifier that is best for smaller spaces but somewhat harder to clean |
Rating Categories | Miro NR07G | Levoit LV600HH | TaoTronics TT-AH001 | Crane Drop | Crane Adorable |
Ease of Cleaning (35%) | |||||
Effectiveness (35%) | |||||
Noise (20%) | |||||
Ease of Use (10%) | |||||
Specs | Miro NR07G | Levoit LV600HH | TaoTronics TT-AH001 | Crane Drop | Crane Adorable |
Mist Type | Cool | Cool and Warm | Cool | Cool | Cool |
Technology | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic |
Tank Capacity | 1 gal | 1.5 gal | 1.1 gal | 1 gal | 1 gal |
Visible Water Reservoir | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Room Humidification Area (Sq Ft) | 600 sq ft | 753 sq ft | 322 sq ft | 500 sq ft | 500 sq ft |
Max Run Time | Over 24 hrs | Up to 36 hrs | Up to 30 hrs | Up to 24 hrs | Up to 24 hrs |
Humidity Output Control | Variable Mist Control | Variable Mist Control Humidistat |
Variable Mist Control Humidistat |
Variable Mist Control | Variable Mist Control |
Demineralization Cartridge/Filter | No | No | No | Available for Purchase | Available for Purchase |
Night Light | No | No | Yes | No | No |
Empty Tank Auto-Shut Off | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions (BGL) | 10.5"W x 16"H x 10.5"L | 7.5"W x 11"H x 11.3"L | 6"W x 9"H x 11.4"L | 8.7"W x 13"H x 8.7"L | 9.3"W x 11"H x 9.8"L |
Empty Weight (BGL) | 4.64 lbs | 5.09 lbs | 1.83 lbs | 2.24 lbs | 4 lbs |
Max Operation Noise Level in dB (BGL) | 40 db | <40 db | 41.7 db | <40 db | 40.2 db |
Our Analysis and Test Results
Miro is a family-owned business started by an inventor dad inspired by his daughter's need for humidity and her asthma to create a humidifier that could be completely cleaned. As a dad, his goal was a safe, simple, and sanitary humidifier for children.
Performance Comparison
Ease of Cleaning
This humidifier is the easiest to clean with quick disassembly. The unit holds together with magnets making it easy to take apart, and all of the parts can be washed in the sink with soap and water. It is the only option in this review that can boast this ability.
The manufacturer recommends fully cleaning the unit every two to three days, and it is easiest to clean using a brush. It does have more parts than the average product, but the ease of assembly and cleaning negates how frustrating this could be.
Effectiveness
The Miro isn't as effective as some of the competition; however if your space is small or you use this unit near where your child is sleeping, it could meet your needs.
The unit started with humidity levels similar to the competition, but it struggled to keep up with the competition.
At 180 minutes, the room registers 83% relative humidity which is plenty for most needs, but the competition is closer to 90% in the same time period.
Noise
This unit is fairly quiet, with a decibel reading of around 40. This is not the quietest in the group, but it is lower than the louder options. The company offers a sound muffler for purchase if you feel it is too loud that they claim decreases the overall sound output.
Given that some folks intentionally purchase white noise makers, we suspect the low noise level we experienced during testing will be acceptable for most babies to sleep peacefully through.
Ease of Use
This product is the only one in the review with a control knob that is not directly attached to the unit but connects off to the side. It is the only part you do not wash.
The single knob works well and is simple, but there is no opportunity to set humidity level goals or shut off timers.
This unit has a quick setup despite having more parts than the average product as it connects using magnets. This could be a big boon to anyone with arthritis or any other limitations in hand dexterity. It refills from the top, and the water is essentially held in an open bowl, making it easy to refill in place using an external pitcher.
While we had no need to reach out to customer service during testing, and our Miro worked as expected, we have been told and found reports from other users that Miro customer service is less than stellar. With only an email listed on their website and what some report to be a dubious phone number in their manual, we thought it might be worth noting that this could potentially prove to be an issue for some. We recommend buying from a retailer with a generous return policy, using the Miro right away and consistently within the return window, so if there is trouble, you'll be able to return it.