Dehumidifiers are getting more popular as many attempt to get rid of dampness, or even worse, crumbling moldy walls and black spots around the house. Dampness, which is the source of such housing problems, can be tackled with the right dehumidifiers.
For most, a home between 30% to 50% humidity is ideal (higher in the summer and lower in the winter). Anything over about 50% spells a damp, mouldy playground for harmful bacteria.
All dehumidifiers do their job by sucking moisture from the air and preventing excessive moisture build up in the first place.
Below are the best 5 UK dehumidifiers in terms of performance and value for money.
Meaco 25L Low Energy Dehumidifier
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Size: 28.7 x 3.7 x 64.4 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Power consumption: 270 Watts
This dehumidifier works almost like a tumble dryer. It sucks moisture so well that it can even dry wet clothes hanging nearby. It claims to collect up to 25 liters of moisture and its coverage is suitable for a five bedroom house.
The product is equipped with timer, fan speed, swing, ionizer, auto defrost, auto restart, and child lock, all of which can be accessed through its digital display.
There are also four different modes to choose, including auto mode, laundry mode and a useful night mode that runs super quietly.
Moving the dehumidifier from one room to another is also an easy task because it comes with wheels. With an energy saving technology, DC inverter, the product delivers its tasks at 270 Watts.
Pros:
- includes DC inverter for lower energy use
Cons:
- small tank size
EcoAir DD1 Simple Desiccant Dehumidifier
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Size: 29 x 47.5 x 17.5 cm
Weight: 6 kg
Power consumption: 300 – 580 Watts
It is a lightweight and portable dehumidifier with 2 liter tank capacity, covering small areas. With no compressor inside, the device only produces 34dB noise, so it will not bother your sleep.
Apart from the quiet performance, it offers a daily rate of sucking up to 7 liters and temperatures from 1 degree to 35 degree Celsius.
There are also different modes to choose from: low, medium, high, laundry, and turbo. Laundry mode means it will help you dry damp clothes hanging near the dehumidifier; turbo will dry up damp areas in a short amount of time.
Last but not least, this product stops sucking moisture when the tank is already full. You really do not need to worry about water spilling out.
Pros:
- it’s lightweight, portable and can fit anywhere
Cons:
- not ideal for big rooms
- uses a lot of power
ElectricQ 12L Low Energy Dehumidifier
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Size: 37.7 x 26.2 x 62.3 cm
Weight: 13 kg
Power Consumption: 180 Watts
It can collect up to 12 liter moisture on daily basis. With 6 liter tank capacity and such high extraction rate, this product is suitable for a three bedroom house or medium sized office.
In spite of its 13 kg weight, the low energy compressor allows power efficiency at 180 Watts.
What makes it better than other similar dehumidifiers is that it is partly an air purifier with UV Sterilization, active carbon filter and HEPA filter. The antibacterial tank, which is aimed at preventing the spread of mould inside the tank is another important aspect to consider.
Other important features include a backlight LCD display (which shows current humidity level), two fan speeds, adjustable humidistat settings, operating temperatures varying from 5 to 35 degrees, and a stopping timer.
Pros:
- good tank capacity
- saves 40% more energy
Cons:
- expensive
Pro Breeze 500ml Compact Mini
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Size: 15.6 x 13 x 22 cm
Weight: 1.04 kg
Power consumption: 23 Watts
Using the advanced technology of thermoelectric (peltier), this compact dehumidifier guarantees quiet operation and power efficiency. Despite its mini size, it can absorb moisture up to 250 ml per day and its coverage is suitable for home, basement and even office.
Its auto shut-off and light indicator ensure no water spill. It stops working the moment the 500 ml tank reaches its maximum capacity. Emptying the tank is as simple as pulling out the plug of the easy-to-use water outlet over a sink or drain.
Other than the promising specifications, it claims to function as an allergy relief by providing healthy air that is free from dust mites and mould spores.
Pros:
- super lightweight and portable
- affordable
Cons:
- water tank holds just 500ml
Duronic DH05 Mini Dehumidifier
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Size: 22 x 14.5 x 10 cm
Weight: 1 kg
Power consumption: 22.5 Watts
Say hello to energy saving, this highly power efficient product only consumes 22.5 Watts with daily moisture absorption of up to 250ml.
This affordable, mini dehumidifier works best for a 15 meter square room. The 500 ml tank capacity gives off an orange colored notification light when it is already full, and the humidifier stops automatically.
It is an ideal dehumidifier for small spaces.
Pros:
- great price
Cons:
- small tank size
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A DEHUMIDIFIER
Size
Make sure you are buying the right size dehumidifier. Smaller models are easier to move, while larger ones cover a larger area. Here are the three main sizes: small (20-22-pint capacity), medium (30-pint capacity) and large (45-50-pint capacity).
Type
The most common types are desiccant dehumidifier and refrigerant (or compressor) dehumidifier.
Features
There are a lot of features to consider when it comes to dehumidifiers.
- An auto-humidistat can detect the moisture in the air and switch off automatically once the desired level is reached.
- A filter indicator reminds you when to clean your air filter.
- Energy Star Certification guarantees savings in terms of energy and money.
- Low temperature setting ensures the unit can properly operate in cooler temperature.