The best top fill humidifier lets you pour water in from the top without turning the tank over.
We compared four ultrasonic models and one evaporative tower by listed floor area, run time and cleaning. See also our best budget humidifier and best rated humidifier roundups. Every pick comes from the makers’ specifications on each Amazon listing, not our own testing, and our Editorial Policy explains how we work. Clean the tank as each maker directs and use the water type it recommends.
Our Top 3 Picks for the Best Top Fill Humidifier
Crane 1.2-gallon top-fill ultrasonic cool mist humidifier
- 1.2-gallon top-fill tank with a listed 500 square feet
- Touch control with adjustable humidity control
- Aroma diffuser for essential oils
Honeywell HEV620B top-fill evaporative tower humidifier
- Evaporative tower with a removable top-fill tank filled at the sink or with a pitcher
- Runs up to 24 hours
- Programmable LED digital humidistat that shows current and set humidity levels
BREEZOME 1.6-gallon top-fill ultrasonic humidifier with humidistat
- Runs up to 60 hours
- Humidistat shows the real-time humidity level and holds a preset level
- Listed for 500 square feet of floor area
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Top Fill Humidifiers Compared
| # | Product | Key Features | |
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| 1 |  Crane 1.2-gallon top-fill ultrasonic cool mist humidifier |
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| 2 |  Honeywell HEV620B top-fill evaporative tower humidifier |
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| 3 |  BREEZOME 1.6-gallon top-fill ultrasonic humidifier with humidistat |
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| 4 |  DREO DR-HHM006 3-liter top-fill ultrasonic humidifier |
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| 5 |  Levoit Classic 160 top-fill cool mist humidifier |
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1. Crane 1.2-gallon top-fill ultrasonic cool mist humidifier
Best Overall
- 1.2-gallon top-fill tank with a listed 500 square feet
- Touch control with adjustable humidity control
- Aroma diffuser for essential oils
- Low water indicator
- Weighs 4.5 pounds, heavier than DREO 3L and Levoit Classic 160 at 2.2 pounds each
- Control: Touch, adjustable humidity
- Filter type: Wick
- Weight: 4.5 pounds
A color-changing nightlight is included.
It runs on 120 volts and measures 9.5 inches deep, 14 inches wide and 12.5 inches tall.
Right buyer for the Crane Top Fill
Shoppers who want a 1.2-gallon ultrasonic unit with touch control and a low water indicator.
Wrong buyer for the Crane Top Fill
Skip it if you want a longer run per fill, since BREEZOME Humidistat lists up to 60 hours.
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2. Honeywell HEV620B top-fill evaporative tower humidifier
Best Tower Design
- Evaporative tower with a removable top-fill tank filled at the sink or with a pitcher
- Runs up to 24 hours
- Programmable LED digital humidistat that shows current and set humidity levels
- 12-hour timer
- Weighs 12 pounds, heavier than Crane Top Fill, DREO 3L and Levoit Classic 160
- Filter: Wicking filter, replacement included
- Power use: 43 watts at 120 volts
- Weight: 12 pounds
Lights show filter check, refill and humidity reached.
The slim tower measures 8.66 inches deep, 9.84 inches wide and 24.72 inches tall.
Right buyer for the Honeywell Tower
Shoppers who want an evaporative tower with a wicking filter instead of an ultrasonic unit.
Wrong buyer for the Honeywell Tower
Skip it if you want ultrasonic mist, since the other four picks here are ultrasonic cool mist models.
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3. BREEZOME 1.6-gallon top-fill ultrasonic humidifier with humidistat
Most Run Time
- Runs up to 60 hours
- Humidistat shows the real-time humidity level and holds a preset level
- Listed for 500 square feet of floor area
- Built-in aromatherapy tray for essential oils
- Detachable tank is cleaned under running water, as the maker directs
- Capacity: 1.6 gallons
- Fill style: Top fill
- Humidity control: Humidistat
Water can be added through the open lid of the detachable tank.
Its 1.6-gallon tank is the largest gallon figure among the picks that list one.
Right buyer for the BREEZOME Humidistat
Shoppers who want a long run per fill and a humidistat that holds a preset level.
Wrong buyer for the BREEZOME Humidistat
Skip it if you want a digital display with a timer, since DREO 3L and Honeywell Tower have both.
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4. DREO DR-HHM006 3-liter top-fill ultrasonic humidifier
Best Mist Reach
- Digital display with humidistat, timer and adjustable humidity control
- Touch control
- Mist projects up to 40 inches high
- Aroma pad tray for essential oils
- Lists 300 square feet, less than Crane Top Fill and BREEZOME Humidistat at 500
- Listed noise level: 26dB in sleep mode
- Power use: 29 watts at 120 volts
- Weight: 2.2 pounds
A 360-degree rotating nozzle is included.
An aroma pad, quick start guide and cleaning brush come in the box, and it weighs 2.2 pounds.
Right buyer for the DREO 3L
Shoppers who want to see humidity on a digital display and set a timer.
Wrong buyer for the DREO 3L
Skip it if you want a tower with a wicking filter, since Honeywell Tower has both.
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5. Levoit Classic 160 top-fill cool mist humidifier
Best for Small Rooms
- Top-fill design with one-step cover removal
- Big tank opening and a base with no hard-to-reach corners
- Runs up to 25 hours on low
- Listed noise level of 25dB
- Lists 219 square feet, the smallest listed floor area among the four picks that list one
- Listed noise level: 25dB
- Power use: 17 watts at 120 volts
- Weight: 2.2 pounds
One knob sets mist output, and a 360-degree nozzle directs the mist.
It includes a cleaning brush and a water filter sponge.
Right buyer for the Levoit Classic 160
Shoppers with a small room who want a simple knob and easy cleaning.
Wrong buyer for the Levoit Classic 160
Skip it if you need to cover more floor area, since Crane Top Fill and BREEZOME Humidistat list 500 square feet.
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How to Choose the Best Top Fill Humidifier
- Decide between ultrasonic and evaporative, since Honeywell Tower is the evaporative tower and the other four picks are ultrasonic.
- Match floor area to your room, since the four picks that list one range from 219 to 500 square feet.
- Compare run time, which reaches up to 60 hours on BREEZOME Humidistat and up to 24 hours on Honeywell Tower.
- Check weight if you move the unit, from 2.2 pounds on DREO 3L and Levoit Classic 160 to 12 on Honeywell Tower.
- Look at the filter, such as the wicking filter on Honeywell Tower and the water filter sponge on Levoit Classic 160.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does top fill mean on a humidifier?
You pour water in from the top without turning the tank over. Honeywell Tower’s removable tank can be filled at the sink or with a pitcher.
Which pick is the evaporative tower?
Honeywell Tower is the evaporative tower, with a slim design and a wicking filter.
Which pick runs longest on one fill?
BREEZOME Humidistat runs up to 60 hours. DREO 3L is next at up to 30 hours in sleep mode.
Do top-fill humidifiers use filters?
Some do. Honeywell Tower includes a replacement wicking filter, and Levoit Classic 160 includes a water filter sponge.
Final Verdict
Our best top fill humidifier pick is the Crane Top Fill for its 1.2-gallon tank, 500 square feet listed and touch control. Choose Honeywell Tower for an evaporative tower, BREEZOME Humidistat for run time and Levoit Classic 160 for a small room.
Best Overall: Crane 1.2-gallon top-fill ultrasonic cool mist humidifier Check Latest Price
Best Tower Design: Honeywell HEV620B top-fill evaporative tower humidifier Check Latest Price
Most Run Time: BREEZOME 1.6-gallon top-fill ultrasonic humidifier with humidistat Check Latest Price
Check each listing for current details before you decide.
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