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Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Humidification rate:250 ml/hMaximum room area:38 m²Water tank capacity:2 LMaximum operating time:13 hoursMaximum noise level:34 dB

Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 Review: Compare 43 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Humidifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Humidifiers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 69% of humidifiers
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Humidifiers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Humidifiers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 81%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Humidifiers category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Humidifiers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

45%

5.8

Performance

40%

6.7

Features

15%

5.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 67%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Humidifiers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Humidifiers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 64%
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Technical Specifications of humidifier Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Humidifiers category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Humidifiers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

45%

5.8

Performance

40%

6.7

Features

15%

5.3

Design

6.1
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Humidifiers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Humidifiers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Humidifiers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Humidifiers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Popularity:
Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 has a popularity score of 7.3 points, which is higher than 62.4% of products in this category.
7.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Humidifiers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Humidifiers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.1
Technology
evaporative
Humidification rate
250 ml/h
Market range: <50 ml/h – >500 ml/h
This humidifier delivers a humidification rate of 250 ml/h, which is lower than that of 52.9% of humidifiers and equal to that of 4.3% of humidifiers.
Maximum room area
38 m²
Market range: <20 m² – >60 m²
This humidifier covers rooms up to 38 m², which is larger than that of 58.5% of humidifiers.
Water tank capacity
2 L
Market range: <0.4 L – >6.5 L
This humidifier has a water tank capacity of 2 L, which is smaller than that of 67.8% of humidifiers and equal to that of 4.7% of humidifiers.
Maximum operating time
13 hours
Market range: <8 hours – >60 hours
This humidifier runs for up to 13 hours on a single fill, which is shorter than 72.5% of humidifiers and equal to that of 3.4% of humidifiers.
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Warm mist function
no
This humidifier does not offer a warm-mist option. A warm-mist option is present in 26.2% of humidifiers.
Aromatherapy support
no
This humidifier does not support aromatherapy. Aromatherapy support is available in 74.5% of humidifiers.
Dedicated aroma compartment
no
This humidifier does not include a dedicated aroma compartment. A dedicated aroma compartment is present in 49% of humidifiers.
Automatic low-water shut-off
yes
This humidifier shuts off automatically when water runs low. Automatic low-water shut-off is available in 99.3% of humidifiers.
Water level indicator
yes
This humidifier includes a water-level indicator. A water-level indicator is present in 83.9% of humidifiers.
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Fill type
top fill
Color
white
Material
plastic
360° nozzle
yes
This humidifier has a 360° nozzle. A 360° nozzle is included in 57.7% of humidifiers.
Display
no
This humidifier does not have a display. A display is included in 44.3% of humidifiers.
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Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 vs the average humidifier

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  • Air-purification function
    This humidifier also purifies the air; the average humidifier does not include air purification.
  • Hygrostat included
    This humidifier has a hygrostat; the average humidifier has no hygrostat.
  • Washable filter
    This humidifier includes a washable filter; the average humidifier does not include a washable filter.
  • 0.29 m longer power cable
    This humidifier has a longer power cable than the average humidifier (1.8 m vs 1.51 m).
    1.8 m vs 1.51 m
  • 7 m² more room coverage
    This humidifier covers larger rooms than the average humidifier (38 m² vs 31 m²).
    38 m² vs 31 m²
  • 9 W lower power draw
    This humidifier draws less power than the average humidifier (15 W vs 24 W).
    15 W vs 24 W
  • 14.5% more popular
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 is more popular than the average humidifier (7.32 vs 6.4).
    7.32 vs 6.4
  • 14.5% more popular
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 is more popular than the average humidifier (7.32 vs 6.4).
    7.32 vs 6.4
  • Hygrostat included
    This humidifier has a hygrostat; the average humidifier has no hygrostat.
  • 9 W lower power draw
    This humidifier draws less power than the average humidifier (15 W vs 24 W).
    15 W vs 24 W
  • 7 m² more room coverage
    This humidifier covers larger rooms than the average humidifier (38 m² vs 31 m²).
    38 m² vs 31 m²
  • Air-purification function
    This humidifier also purifies the air; the average humidifier does not include air purification.
  • Washable filter
    This humidifier includes a washable filter; the average humidifier does not include a washable filter.
  • 0.29 m longer power cable
    This humidifier has a longer power cable than the average humidifier (1.8 m vs 1.51 m).
    1.8 m vs 1.51 m
  • No timer
    This humidifier does not include a programmable timer; the average humidifier includes a programmable timer.
  • No aromatherapy support
    This humidifier does not support aromatherapy; the average humidifier supports aromatherapy.
  • 95.9% heavier
    This humidifier is heavier than the average humidifier (2.9 kg vs 1.48 kg).
    2.9 kg vs 1.48 kg
  • 1 levels less mist control
    This humidifier offers fewer mist adjustment levels than the average humidifier (2 levels vs 3 levels).
    2 levels vs 3 levels
  • 1.35 L smaller water tank
    This humidifier has a smaller water tank than the average humidifier (2 L vs 3.35 L).
    2 L vs 3.35 L
  • 11 hours shorter runtime
    This humidifier runs for a shorter time than the average humidifier (13 hours vs 24 hours).
    13 hours vs 24 hours
  • 6.65 cm deeper body
    This humidifier has a deeper profile than the average humidifier (24.9 cm vs 18.25 cm).
    24.9 cm vs 18.25 cm
  • 5.35 cm wider body
    This humidifier has a wider body than the average humidifier (24.9 cm vs 19.6 cm).
    24.9 cm vs 19.555 cm
  • 6.1% worse value for money
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 offers worse value for money than the average humidifier (7.13 vs 7.6).
    7.13 vs 7.56
  • 2x more expensive
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 is more expensive than the average humidifier (£70 vs £35).
    £70 vs £35
  • 2.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Humidifiers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Humidifiers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10
    the average humidifier
    Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 has a lower user score than the average humidifier (7.80 vs 8.000).
    7.8 vs 8
  • 1 levels less mist control
    This humidifier offers fewer mist adjustment levels than the average humidifier (2 levels vs 3 levels).
    2 levels vs 3 levels
  • 1.35 L smaller water tank
    This humidifier has a smaller water tank than the average humidifier (2 L vs 3.35 L).
    2 L vs 3.35 L
  • 11 hours shorter runtime
    This humidifier runs for a shorter time than the average humidifier (13 hours vs 24 hours).
    13 hours vs 24 hours
  • 20 % RH lower target humidity
    This humidifier supports a lower maximum target humidity than the average humidifier (60 % RH vs 80 % RH).
    60 % RH vs 80 % RH
  • 3.8% lower humidification rate
    This humidifier delivers a lower humidification rate than the average humidifier (250 ml/h vs 260 ml/h).
    250 ml/h vs 260 ml/h
  • 0.9 dB higher maximum noise
    This humidifier is louder at maximum output than the average humidifier (34 dB vs 33.1 dB).
    34 dB vs 33.1 dB
  • No timer
    This humidifier does not include a programmable timer; the average humidifier includes a programmable timer.
  • No aromatherapy support
    This humidifier does not support aromatherapy; the average humidifier supports aromatherapy.
  • 95.9% heavier
    This humidifier is heavier than the average humidifier (2.9 kg vs 1.48 kg).
    2.9 kg vs 1.48 kg
  • 6.65 cm deeper body
    This humidifier has a deeper profile than the average humidifier (24.9 cm vs 18.25 cm).
    24.9 cm vs 18.25 cm
  • 5.35 cm wider body
    This humidifier has a wider body than the average humidifier (24.9 cm vs 19.6 cm).
    24.9 cm vs 19.555 cm
  • 4.92 cm taller body
    This humidifier stands taller than the average humidifier (33.9 cm vs 28.98 cm).
    33.9 cm vs 28.98 cm

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13/12/2017
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galaxus.ch
2024
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Reviews for Philips 2000 series HU4811/10 (38 m²). Major French testing platforms have primarily reviewed sister variants rather than this specific mo...
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id.nl
31/07/2024
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Consumer Testing: The Philips Humidifier 2000 Series
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10

  • Extremely quiet operation, especially on the lowest fan setting
  • Leaves no white dust or wet patches on surrounding furniture
  • Effective at raising humidity levels and alleviating dry air symptoms
  • Simple setup, straightforward installation, and minimalist design
  • No heating element or hot steam, making it safe to use around children

What we don't like about Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10

  • Small 2-liter water tank capacity requires frequent refills when run on high settings
  • Filter requires regular washing under running water and replacement every few months to prevent mold
  • LED status indicator lights are overly bright and cannot be completely dimmed for sleep
  • Risk of water spilling over easily if the unit is carried around while full
  • Higher retail price point considering the basic internal components (just a water tank, filter, and fan)

Verdict

The Philips 2000 Series HU4811/10 is a natural evaporative humidifier designed for medium rooms up to 38 m², featuring a 2-liter water tank, 2 fan speeds, and a maximum humidification rate of 250 ml/h with an operating noise level of 31 to 41 dB(A). It utilizes NanoCloud technology to emit an invisible mist that spreads 99% less bacteria than standard ultrasonic models while eliminating white dust and wet spots. Major advantages include an automatic shut-off safety feature when empty, easy-to-clean design without a heating plate, a 360-degree distribution pattern, and a dedicated low-noise sleep mode. On the downside, the device requires manual filter replacement approximately every three months, lacks advanced smart connectivity features, and some users have noted that the water tank needs frequent refilling when operated constantly on the highest setting.

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