The Best Dehumidifiers To Help Keep Mold And Mildew At Bay

Dimensions: 24.8 x 16 x 12.3 | Weight: 41 pounds | Room size: 1,200 square feet | Capacity: 50 pints | Drainage: Hose or pump | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washable filter: Yes

Pros:

• Large capacity makes it ideal for larger areas
• Built-in pump and 16-foot hose helps with draining
• Water level indicator and auto shut-off feature
• Many reviews say it doesn’t consume too much energy and is quiet

Cons:

• Several users say pump only works if located below, not above, the unit

This model from Frigidaire has plenty of features that the average dehumidifier shopper might want, especially if you’re looking to suck the moisture out of a larger space like a basement or family room. The device has an impressive 50-pint capacity (one of the higher capacities available on the market right now), you can choose from three fan speeds and it includes a pump and 16-foot hose that lets you drain wastewater out easily. You can also let the device drain into its 2-gallon bucket and empty as needed; there’s an indicator in the front that clues you in on the water level, so you don’t have to constantly open the machine to check. Finally, it has smooth-rolling wheels for easy mobility, which are bound to come in handy.

Dimensions: 24.8 x 11.6 x 15.75 inches | Weight: 41.1 pounds | Room size: 4,500 square feet | Capacity: 50 pints | Drainage: Hose or pump | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washable filter: Yes

Pros:

• Comes with a convenient drain hose
• Runs relatively quietly (akin to a medium-sized fan)
• Auto-shutoff and 24-hour timer
• Features indicators to clean filter and empty reservoir

Cons:

• Power cable is less than 4 feet long

When it comes to basements, which are typically more humid and have cooler temperatures than the rest of your house, you’ll want a dehumidifier that can collect a lot of water in a quick timeframe. The Black + Decker dehumidifier, our top pick for the best dehumidifiers for basements, offers enough capacity to cover large areas. It’s powerful enough to dry out spaces up to 4,500 square feet and can extract 50 pints of water every 24 hours. Not to mention, it’s Energy Star-certified, adding to its value with its wallet-friendly price.

For maintenance, you can manually empty this machine’s detachable 1.8-gallon bucket or attach its 16.4-foot hose (included) for continuous drainage. It also has a removable and washable filter. Other features include an LED display, casters for easy relocation, auto-shutoff when the bucket becomes full and a 24-hour timer that allows you to run the device on a schedule.

Dimensions: 6.3 x 8.6 x 11.8 inches | Weight: 3.3 pounds | Room size: 250 square feet | Capacity: 2.6 pints | Drainage: Tank | Energy Star certified: No | Washable filter: N/A

Pros:

• An effective budget pick if you have a small space
• Auto-shutoff feature
• Small footprint is great for laundry rooms or bathrooms

Cons:

• Tiny capacity
• Only has one fan speed

Not everyone needs a dehumidifying behemoth that will pull buckets of water out of the air on a daily basis. This machine from Pro Breeze, our top pick for the best small dehumidifier, is a good option for smaller rooms like a home office or bedroom. It’s a petite 11.8 inches tall with a 2.6-pint water tank and it’s also quiet. It’s equipped with an automatic shut-off feature that will power things down if the bucket fills to capacity. While you don’t get your choice of advanced features like fan speeds and target humidity levels, it gets smaller jobs done without taking up too much space.

Dimensions: 10.51 x 15.31 x 19.8 inches | Weight: 33.5 pounds | Room size: 1,500 square feet | Capacity: 22 pints | Drainage: Hose or tank | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washable filter: Yes

Pros:

• Attractive, slim design
• Includes a customizable humidity setting and auto shut-off feature
• Ultra-quiet operation

Cons:

• Some reviewers say it’s heavy
• Limited warranty

This Midea Dehumidifier is able to remove about 22 pints of moisture each day. It has a two-speed fan, washable filter and wheels, plus you can set the humidity so your air maintains your desired moisture level.

It’s also designed to be safe to use. One highlight is its Safety Standby Mode, which prevents overheating, as well as its thermally resistant internal construction. This unit also includes a removable tank, but you also have the option to either continuously drain water straight through the hose or down the drain.

Dimensions: 11 x 15.4 x 24.3 inches | Weight: 47.5 pounds | Room size: 4,000 square feet | Capacity: 50 pints | Drainage: Hose | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washable filter: Yes

Pros:

• Very easy setup
• Can attach hose directly to a floor drain
• Impressive coverage area

Cons:

• Not portable

If you’re looking for a dehumidifier for your basement or large living area, the HomeLabs Energy Star Dehumidifier is a great option. It covers up to 4,500 square feet and can run as an isolated system with the bucket, or continuous drainage with a hose moving up to 50 pints of moisture a day. Another noteworthy feature is its silence: The dehumidifier reaches a peak sound level of just 51 dB on the higher fan speed; in comparison, a moderate rainfall is around 50 dB and a dishwasher is 60 dB. Plus, it’s easy to operate from a simple control panel on top that displays humidity and bucket fullness. It also includes an auto-defrost feature and lets you set a two-speed fan and 24-hour timer.

Dimensions: 15.8 x 12.4 x 25.4 inches | Weight: 42.9 pounds | Room size: 4,000 square feet | Capacity: 70 pints | Drainage: Pump | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washable filter: Yes

Pros:

• Quiet for a large-capacity machine (51 dB)
• User-friendly control panel
• Includes a five-year warranty for sealed components

Cons:

• Extension cord could be longer (only 5 feet)

Sure, it’s virtually impossible for a dehumidifier to go to work without you hearing something. But this option from Honeywell is repeatedly praised for having more of a gentle hum than an overpowering whir. And that’s all the more impressive considering the TP70WKN pulls out up to 70 pints of liquid a day, making it ideal for larger rooms like your living room or basement. It also features a durable air filter that you can just clean at your sink, meaning there’s no need to constantly remember to buy new filters. The detachable water tank has a comfort-grip handle along with anti-spill tank guards so you can empty your device without wrecking your hands (or your carpet) in the process. You’ll also find added features like a 24-hour energy-saving time, sleep mode and auto-restart after a power outage. And if this particular capacity is too high, Honeywell has t