When my family first moved to Florida from New Jersey in 2021, the weather was a major adjustment. Within the first year, we were surprised to discover two things in particular: 

• Our allergy symptoms are worse. There’s much more foliage here, and something always seems to be blooming.
• Although there’s more humidity here, our indoor air still gets dry because we rarely open the windows. 

With our home being so dry, our allergy symptoms feel even worse. The lack of moisture leaves our nasal passages and throats irritated and uncomfortable. My sons and I also experienced dry, sensitive skin.

I had been considering a humidifier, but the ones I’d used in the past always harbored mold. Keeping the machine clean sounded like another item to add to our already lengthy household chore list. I had also used steam humidifiers before—but with a rambunctious corgi and two young kids, the extra heat wasn’t a risk I was willing to take.

When I learned about the Canopy Bedside Humidifier and what makes it different, I was excited to give it a try. 

What I Love About Using the Canopy Humidifier

Ease of Use & Maintenance

As parents of two young children, my husband and I want to find solutions that will make our routine easier, not add more work. Canopy hits the mark here, in more ways than one.

First, running the device is a cinch. Once you press the On/Off button, you’re already in Auto Mode. The system has a built-in sensor to adjust the evaporation rate and optimize performance throughout the day and night. We especially love the auto shut-off feature because it takes the guesswork out of home humidification. Plus, we aren’t constantly filling Canopy’s tank; it has up to 36 hours of runtime before it needs more water. 

Cleaning and maintenance are simple, too. One of my favorite features of the Canopy humidifier is that it has dishwasher-safe components. As a family of four, we’re always using our dishwasher, so we just add the tray, cap, and tank to a load as needed.

And the schedule for replacing the filter is straightforward. We just set up a reminder in our phones; since we can bundle replacement filters, we always have extras on hand. If you’re purchasing the humidifier for yourself, you can also opt for a filter subscription and receive refill reminders every six weeks.

Safety

The single most important factor when we introduce anything new into our home is safety, and our humidifier was no exception. Having two spirited young children and a dog that likes to do zoomies means we have to eliminate as many home hazards as possible. Even though our Canopy humidifier is on a stable surface out of reach, we have the utmost peace of mind knowing that there will be no risk of burns, unlike warm mist humidifiers.

Health Benefits for the Whole Family

My Canopy humidifier review wouldn’t be complete without mentioning its merits for my family’s wellness. We all suffer from allergies, and my husband and I both have chronic sinus issues. Using Canopy in our room each night helps with congestion for both of us, and for his snoring. When my youngest son was in our room after he was first born, I was grateful that he was getting the humidifier’s hydrating benefits, too.

I’m also grateful that Canopy helps with dry skin. Even though we live in a humid climate, chlorine, salt water, and sun exposure mean that our skin and hair often get dried out, regardless of how humid it is outside. I’ve found Canopy helps keep my skin hydrated, and my color-treated hair feels less dry, too.

Our Bottom Line

Ultimately, Canopy is hands-down the best humidifier I’ve ever used. Now that my kids are getting older and sleeping independently, we’re also thinking of investing in a unit for each of their bedrooms. With its simple maintenance, safety, and wellness benefits, I’d recommend Canopy to any family.

Canopy Humidifier

Bedside Humidifier 2.0

$159

Mold-inhibiting, dishwasher-safe, and dermatologist-recommended humidifier — your all-in-one wellness tool for better skin, sleep, and optimal health and wellness.

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Jessica LaRusso

Jessica LaRusso is a writer who has worked in a variety of industries ranging from local news outlets to healthcare and software. She lives with her husband and their two children in Florida.