Vornado EV200 vs EVDC300

For a bedroom evaporative humidifier, we would choose the Vornado EVDC300: its Energy Smart mode adjusts fan speed automatically, and it uses one replaceable wick. Choose the EV200 if you prefer two smaller refill tanks and more stored water: two 0.75-gallon tanks versus the EVDC300’s single one-gallon tank. The official documents do not establish which is quieter at equal output, so our picks rest on controls, refilling and upkeep.

Quick picks and comparison

• Best for automatic operation: EVDC300. Automatic variable-speed control, a dimming display and one wick make it our preferred bedroom option.
• Best for smaller refill loads: EV200. Its individual tanks are smaller, while total tank capacity is greater. Pick it if carrying and filling water is your deciding chore.

Vornado lists 1.5 gallons of tank capacity for the EV200 and one gallon for the EVDC300. Those are storage capacities, distinct from daily output.

• 1.5 galEV200 total tank capacity
• 1 galEVDC300 tank capacity

Compare specifications and all conditions

Our pick for

Vornado EV200

Smaller refill loads

Vornado EVDC300

Automatic operation

Removable tanks

Vornado EV200

Two, 0.75 gallon each

Vornado EVDC300

One, 1 gallon

Coverage, maker claim

Vornado EV200

Up to 580 sq ft

Vornado EVDC300

Up to 560 sq ft

Fan choices

Vornado EV200

High, Low, Auto

Vornado EVDC300

Turbo (HH), High (HI), Low (LO), Energy Smart

Humidity controls

Vornado EV200

40%–60% or continuous; push buttons

Vornado EVDC300

40%–60% or continuous; touch controls and digital display

After unplugging

Vornado EV200

High fan, 50% target

Vornado EVDC300

Low fan, 50% target

Wicks installed

Vornado EV200

Two MD1-0034

Vornado EVDC300

One MD1-0034

Published watts, as listed

Vornado EV200

25.4 / 12.2 W

Vornado EVDC300

5.5 / 4.1 / 2 W

Dimensions, depth × width × height

Vornado EV200

9.05 × 18.8 × 10.15 inches

Vornado EVDC300

7.79 × 13.18 × 12.19 inches

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Buying detail	Vornado EV200	Vornado EVDC300
Our pick for	Smaller refill loads	Automatic operation
Removable tanks	Two, 0.75 gallon each	One, 1 gallon
Coverage, maker claim	Up to 580 sq ft	Up to 560 sq ft
Fan choices	High, Low, Auto	Turbo (HH), High (HI), Low (LO), Energy Smart
Humidity controls	40%–60% or continuous; push buttons	40%–60% or continuous; touch controls and digital display
After unplugging	High fan, 50% target	Low fan, 50% target
Wicks installed	Two MD1-0034	One MD1-0034
Published watts, as listed	25.4 / 12.2 W	5.5 / 4.1 / 2 W
Dimensions, depth × width × height	9.05 × 18.8 × 10.15 inches	7.79 × 13.18 × 12.19 inches

Buying detail	Vornado EV200	Vornado EVDC300
Our pick for	Smaller refill loads	Automatic operation
Removable tanks	Two, 0.75 gallon each	One, 1 gallon
Coverage, maker claim	Up to 580 sq ft	Up to 560 sq ft
Fan choices	High, Low, Auto	Turbo (HH), High (HI), Low (LO), Energy Smart
Humidity controls	40%–60% or continuous; push buttons	40%–60% or continuous; touch controls and digital display
After unplugging	High fan, 50% target	Low fan, 50% target
Wicks installed	Two MD1-0034	One MD1-0034
Published watts, as listed	25.4 / 12.2 W	5.5 / 4.1 / 2 W
Dimensions, depth × width × height	9.05 × 18.8 × 10.15 inches	7.79 × 13.18 × 12.19 inches

Sources: Vornado’s EV200 page, EVDC300 page, EV200 manual, EVDC300 manual and wick compatibility FAQ. The wattage tables do not label the fan setting for each slash-separated value.

Best for automatic operation: Vornado EVDC300

Energy Smart can automatically select up to ten fan speeds and stops the fan once the humidity setting is reached and maintained. That is the main reason to choose it for unattended adjustment within your normal routine. Manual choices are Turbo, High and Low; Energy Smart disables both Turbo and Continuous.

The display dims after 20 seconds without input, and a light sensor adjusts the display and side-light brightness to the room. The pulsating low-water light can be toggled by holding the minus and plus buttons for five seconds; that function does not apply in Continuous mode. This is useful if indicator lights influence where you put a bedroom appliance.

The manual describes a four-hour run-on after low water is detected; the product page also specifies automatic shutoff once the water is used up. Do not interpret the first low-water indication as an immediate stop.

Changed settings are saved when you switch it off normally, but unplugging resets it to Low and a 50% target. Its compromises are the single larger tank and less total tank capacity than the EV200. Choose it for automation and single-wick maintenance, rather than a proven noise advantage.

See the EVDC300 on Vornado

Best for smaller refill loads: Vornado EV200

The EV200 divides its water between two 0.75-gallon tanks. For someone who dislikes lifting a larger filled tank, that is a useful distinction: you can handle the smaller vessels separately. The refill process still involves lifting each tank out, turning it upside down and unscrewing its cap. It is worth considering your sink clearance before choosing either machine.

High and Low run at the selected speed until the humidity target is reached, then stop; Auto switches among High, Low and Off. Auto cannot run with Continuous selected, and Continuous offers High or Low only. Use a humidity target if you want the fan to stop when that target is reached.

The important bedroom catch is startup: the humidity setting is saved after a normal power-off, but the fan returns to High; unplugging restores High and 50%. Plan to reselect Low when restarting if fan sound matters to you.

The EV200 is also wider than the EVDC300, and a complete wick change uses two wicks rather than one. We would accept those trade-offs for its tank arrangement, not for a guaranteed increase in room coverage.

See the EV200 on Vornado

Output, electricity and noise: compare the conditions

Daily output has conflicting official figures. The EV200 page’s key features say up to 2.4 gallons in 24 hours, while its specification table says 2.6 gallons per day. The EV200 manual specifies 2.6 gallons, ±10%, over 24 hours on continuous High at 70°F and 30% relative humidity.

The EVDC300 page’s key features say 2.3 gallons in 24 hours, but its specification table says three gallons per day. Its manual specifies three gallons, ±10%, over 24 hours on continuous Turbo at 70°F and 30% relative humidity. The manuals therefore describe comparable room conditions but different maximum fan modes. We would not rank real-room performance from the headline figures or silently substitute a preferred number.

Lower listed power is an advantage on paper, with limits. Vornado advertises up to 90% less energy against a comparable AC-motor product; the EVDC300 manual’s comparison footnote names EVAP3. That does not establish a measured saving against EV200. Energy Smart’s ‘as little as one watt’ claim concerns automatic operation, not continuous Turbo output. Do not pair its minimum power claim with its maximum evaporation rating.

Bedroom noise remains an evidence gap. Both manuals recommend Low for quiet nighttime use; neither supplies a matched-output numerical sound comparison. Our practical suggestion is to begin with Low if steady fan behavior matters, then decide whether automatic speed changes suit you. A humidity target can still stop the fan on Low; Continuous trades that target-based stopping for continuous operation.

Buy the correct wick and plan the cleaning

Both models use the same one-inch-thick MD1-0034 wick, sold in a two-pack. The humidifiers come equipped with wicks: two for EV200 and one for EVDC300. An extra pack is a replacement purchase, rather than something required to assemble a complete new unit.

Check the MD1-0034 two-pack on Vornado. EVDC500 also uses this part but needs two wicks; do not copy its replacement quantity for EVDC300.

Vornado sells the wicks as disposable, with no cleaning required, and says to replace a wick that has hardened and no longer absorbs effectively. Hard water can shorten wick life, and chemically softened water can also harden it. Use the interval as a planning estimate, then check the wick’s condition.

For either machine, grille cleaning requires a Phillips screwdriver; the manuals describe wiping the grille and blade or using compressed air. Follow the matching manual for disassembly. Unplug before refilling or maintenance, and keep the powered top out of water. Do not add fragrances or water conditioners: both models’ care instructions prohibit additives.

Buying guide: US versions, room fit and the first order

These are separate models in Vornado’s evaporative range, not interchangeable names for one machine. Match EV200 to HU1-0052-43 and EVDC300 to HU1-0049-43. The referenced US units are rated 120 V, 60 Hz, and the manuals specify US use. Check that the offer is a complete humidifier with its tank or tanks, caps and correct installed wicks; the compatible wick pack is an accessory, not a different humidifier version.

Vornado claims coverage up to 580 sq ft for EV200 and 560 sq ft for EVDC300. If your intended space exceeds those claims, start with our humidifiers for large rooms guide. Do not choose between these two based on that small coverage difference alone.

At seasonal startup, Vornado says the unit may run constantly while the room and furnishings absorb moisture. Keep the air inlets and outlet unobstructed. If condensation or frost appears on windows, the manuals advise adjusting output downward; they say to turn the unit off above 60% relative humidity. Use a separate hygrometer for an accurate reading—our humidity and hygrometer guide covers that buying decision.

Both machines evaporate water from a wick into invisible vapor; a visible mist plume is not the operating check. If you are still choosing the method, read evaporative vs ultrasonic humidifiers.

1. 1

   Match the model

   Check the model label and US electrical rating against the maker’s page.

2. 2

   Check completeness

   Confirm the removable tanks, caps and installed wicks, especially for an open-box offer.

3. 3

   Match the refill pack

   Use the maintenance table to separate pack quantity from the number fitted at once.

4. 4

   Plan placement

   Leave the air path clear and room to lift the tank out for refilling.

How we choose

This is a manufacturer-document comparison; we have not operated these units. We checked Vornado’s product pages, specification tables, matching owner’s guides and wick FAQ. Our recommendations prioritize repeat chores and control behavior. The conflicting output claims remain visible, and the sources do not justify a quieter winner at matching output. Read our full How we choose method.

Verdict

Choose EVDC300 for automatic variable-speed control, a dimming display and a single wick to replace. Choose EV200 for two smaller tanks and greater combined tank capacity. For either, order MD1-0034 when replacement time comes; EV200 uses both wicks in the two-pack, while EVDC300 uses one. Buy for the workflow you prefer, without treating a DC motor label as a noise measurement.