Once you’ve found the best possible spot for drying your clothes, hang your clothes evenly spaced onto an airer or clothes horse, and place the dehumidifier close by. And whilst its energy use is low compared to many dehumidifiers on the market, it can't beat the super energy-efficient MeacoDry Arete One in this regard. The Pro Breeze 12L Low Energy dehumidifier uses 220W, whereas the comparable MeacoDry 12L Arete One uses just 151W of energy, and doesn't cost that much more upfront at full RRP. The MeacoDry also offers a built-in air purifier, a larger 2.5L water tank, better laundry drying performance, and quieter operation. The increased moisture can then in turn be bad for your house and your health, as the water vapour condenses on cold surfaces such as windows and walls, and mildew and mould begins to grow. This is a particular worry for anyone with health problems such as asthma or allergies. How does a dehumidifier work and what does it do? If you need a solid dehumidifier that has both a compact size and offers the functionality of full-size models, we highly suggest taking a closer look at the LONOVE Electric Desiccant Dehumidifier.

As we mentioned earlier, the Pro Breeze has the simplest control panel of any dehumidifier we’ve reviewed. There are no settings or modes, so the only button switches is to turn it on. If there’s a problem room, the dehumidifier should be kept in there, preferably with doors and windows closed,” says Chris Wood, also from Aircon Centre. “If it is to be used to control the moisture for the whole house, however, then it should be located centrally, on a landing or in the hallway, and the air from the rooms should be able to flow towards the units. So keep the interior doors open and the exterior windows shut.” How much does a dehumidifier cost to run? When buying partner items like this one, your contract of sale will be with our Range Plus Partner instead of us. It can't quite beat the MeacoDry Arete One on overall performance, but if you're willing to put up with noisier operation and higher running costs in exchange for its powerful performance, then this Pro Breeze model will make short work of getting wet washing ready for the airing cupboard. If space isn’t a problem in your home, you may wonder which is the best option for drying laundry – a dehumidifier or a tumble dryer?CONVENIENT & EASY TO USE: Extracts up to 10 litres of moisture per day. Rapid control of humidity & indoor laundry drying. Controls mould, condensation and bacteria growth. With a large removable 2 Litre water tank or the continuous drainage feature to remove up to 10 Litres of moisture today, this dehumidifier will suit everyone's needs. It's also important not to confuse the extraction rate with a dehumidifiers water tank capacity. As both are generally measured in litres or millilitres this can sometimes cause confusion. This will mean you hav As Chris Michael, Managing Director of the air quality brand Meaco says, inside the home, 'excess moisture in the air can come from drying clothes in the house, boiling vegetables, putting the kettle on, bathing, showering, open flame gas style heating, damp clothing, breathing, and the damp British weather.' The unit is a great option for those who have any sort of breathing issues. Thanks to the built-in HEPA filter, the device is able to remove not only extra moisture but also mould, bacteria, and various allergens.

Just like the MeacoDry Arete One, as well as an impressive extraction rate the Russell Hobbs RHDH2002 20L dehumidifier has some great features, including an easy-to-read LED screen that displays current humidity levels and a useful Smart mode that monitors the humidity levels for you, turning the dehumidifier on and off as soon as it rises above the recommended home humidity range between 45%~55% for more economical (and hassle-free) use. There's also auto-shut off functionality when the water tank is full. Smaller units or ones without dedicated laundry modes will still successfully dry your clothing, but will take longer than more powerful units or ones with specialist laundry modes. As for the dimensions, the size of this compact humidifier is 22.2 x 15.5 x 12.9 cm, so it won’t take too much space on the bedside table or office desk. It is also relatively lightweight, which means that you will be able to move it around with ease. Since they have very few moving parts, the peltier models should in theory be the most reliable and the longest lasting. The Pro Breeze PB-02 is a basic dehumidifier with a low extraction rate and small water tank. It’s not designed for removing moisture from large areas and is nowhere near as effective as a compressor or desiccant model.

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If you want a dehumidifier of a similar power and price point, the slightly more expensive ProBreeze 1500ml Mini Dehumidifier remains our best budget buy, offering a better extraction rate of 0.5L and a larger 1.5L water tank, which means you won’t be emptying it quite so frequently. That said, the ProBreeze 1500ml Mini Dehumidifier is also larger in size, measuring H30 x W22 x D16cm compared to the Russell Hobbs' H22 x W14 x D14cm frame. And, the ProBreeze 1500ml is twice the weight, weighing in at 1.85kg. Dehumidifiers originally had a compressor to help extract moisture, using a similar technique to refrigerators and air conditioning. This type of machine has an array of pipes through which coolant is circulated constantly by the compressor. So, if you notice that one of your rooms starts to resemble a kind of rainforest, with all ensuing consequences, a mini dehumidifier is what you need. And on the contrary, if the air is way too dry, we recommend getting a humidifier. What Features to Compare Performance If you have more serious damp issues, then although a dehumidifier can help to reduce the problem and improve the air quality in your home, it won't prevent the damp from occurring in the first place, so it's important to get to the root of the issue. Read our guide to how to get rid of damp for help in identifying the cause of your damp issues, and how to treat them. Removes Moisture: Perfect for removing damp, mould and moisture from your home, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, caravan, garage or basement.

Perhaps the best-looking dehumidifier on our list, the Midea Cube is only a foot tall when collapsed for storage but extends upwards in use to hold 11 litres of water. That’s about three times more than traditional dehumidifiers and means you need to empty it less often. Another option is to just use the top half and run its hose into a sink or drain so that you never have to empty it at all.

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At full power, this dehumidifier puts out 25 dB. So, whether you’re trying to sleep, study or work, it won’t disrupt you.