VENTA AIRWASHER LW24 Air Humidifier and Purifier All-in-one
by Venta Airwasher
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of VENTA AIRWASHER LW24 Air Humidifier and Purifier All-in-one
Customer Review: cleans and humidifies - could be cheaper
Summary: 5 Stars
The political commentary on Germany of one reviewer notwithstanding, this thing works. I have 3 of them. I don't need fancy measuring equipment to tell me that it works when it cleans the air in a smoky, unventilated (windows closed) room overnight. No odor. My little humidistat tells me that room humidity rises by roughly 15% on the lowest speed setting, and an extra 5-10% each when you go to speeds 2 and 3, depending on room size. I have one at work where it keeps my skin and sinuses from drying out in the winter air, and saves me from the aroma of burnt popcorn, which sometimes emanates from the breakroom. I sometimes add a little fragrance, which this does a great job of spreading. Just a few drops of essential oil will do. And yes, Venta is too expensive, which is why I got mine on eBay. Also, when I needed a replacement part Venta mailed it to me very quickly no questions asked. Great warranty.Customer Review: Cleans the air efficiently
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the smallest version, the LW 14, for the purpose of cleaning the air in a small kitchen without windows.
Air ionizers didn't rid the air of the frying smells, but this appliance works.
The initial price is high, but not the cost to keep the Venta running. Water is cheap. Power consumption on highest setting is about 35 Watt. For whisper-quiet use in a bedroom a lower setting is better. Any air-con would be much louder anyways and drown out the Venta on the highest setting.
The motor used to power the machine is indeed very silent, and possible can't be manufactured for 30$. The other components are ruggedly constructed and hopefully last many years.
The device can also be used for aromatherapy, which I'm just testing with some natural Mint oil against my cold.
Customer Review: Works but is noisier then advertised
Summary: 3 Stars
A very simple design that works humidifying a room but I am not so sure about the air cleaning properties. The special soapy mixture you use seems to collect an amount of dirt when it's time to replace the liquid but what does that mean? Replacing the fluid and cleaning the unit is more work then throwing out a filter but that's not a real problem.
The unit is not bedroom quiet, at least for me. I eventually banished it to another room until I gave the unit away to someone with a two floor house. They are are very happy with it as it helps keep their musical instruments from drying out in winter. The aromatherapy option is very nice and works well.
The price prevents me from recommending it. I have some $50 ultrasonic humidifiers that work just as well.
Customer Review: Good product + Bad service = questionable purchase
Summary: 3 Stars
Years ago I purchased an LW14, and I was happy. Recently I purchased
2 LW24's and this is where the problems start. The manual instructs
me to go to their web site to register, yet there is no registration
link. I then emailed them 4 times at their customer service address
asking about this, with no responses. I called them numerous times
at their customer service 800 number, and I only can reach voice
mail. I am not sure they are still in business; with this much trouble
registering the product I am very concerned if I even actually need
warranty work nobody will be there to assist. I cannot recommend
this purchase.
Customer Review: Incredibly overpriced and ineffective
Summary: 1 Stars
I just wish I had had access to these reviews before I plunked down the money for this product. Exasperated with buying and replacing filters, smelling mold, listening to noisy contraptions, I figured what the heck - I've tried everything else. Running full blast this thing couldn't even get the humidity in my small music studio up to 30% on a cold day here in a suburb of Philadelphia. As other reviewers have pointed out, you get no water level indicator, no shut-off when the water dries out, no humidistat to turn it on and off automatically. I could go on.
I see that they're selling them used starting at $280. I'll give you mine for $25 with my undying thanks.