10 Best Dehumidifiers Reviewed & Rated in 2024

Design

This item has a handle on top and on the sides with castor wheels on the bottom for easy transport. It cannot be used with an extension cord to power this device, but it does include a six-foot power cord for convenience. You can manually set the humidity level of a room with the controls, and it has the efficiency of Energy Star. This product must be near a drain for continuous operation and includes an alert for when the tank is full and an auto shut-off feature. Moist air goes in and dry warm air comes out leaving the excess moisture to collect in the front of this machine.

Ease of Use

This machine has a bottom that slides out for access to empty the water collected. It includes electronic full-function controls, a washable filter to reduce the bacteria, odors and other particles that are airborne. Water from the air collects in this device and can be emptied from the tray easily. It also has access to a drain that can empty right away for continuous operation.

Portability

The many handles and rolling wheels make this machine easy to transport and move from room to room. This is important when you move around often in the home.

Price Range

Priced more than the average cost for home dehumidifiers, this unit is wonderful because of its transport possibilities and easy access to the storage of the liquid to empty.

Design

It is certified Energy star and includes an energy-saving operation of low temperatures. It must be near a drain for continuous operation. The humidity level can be set manually with the automatic controls, as it eliminates airborne bacteria that makes it hard to breathe in closed-in places.

Ease of Use

This device uses a standard 115-volt outlet and includes an alert for when the tank is full and an auto shut-off feature. It has an alert to let you know when the tank is full and even includes an auto shut-off valve. This way you will not have to monitor it closely to watch for its fullness.

Portability

This model has wheels on the bottom and handles on the top and sides for easy handling during transport and moving from room to room.

Price Range

While this is not the highest-priced item of this category, it does cost well over the average price. Its high moisture-retaining capacity and easy transport make it worth it.

Design

The device works for 20-30 days before it needs renewing and can operate for up to ten years. It has the renewable technology of silica gel which works without power or batteries. This terrific item will absorb moisture silently, and an indicator window shows the crystals changing from orange to green. It will reach capacity depending on location in about four to six weeks and will absorb up to ten ounces of moisture.

Ease of Use

It can be hung in a closet and is perfect to use in any small enclosed area. This great product must be plugged in for eight to ten hours once the crystals turn green to dry it out. Repeat this process over and over for up to ten years for a wireless dehumidifying operation. It captures moist vapors from the room air and keeps it in the beads until renewal. Each time this item is full of moisture it can be renewed by plugging it in to dry out. This is so simple and economical to do, especially for small rooms and tucked away places.

Portability

The fact that this device does not need to be plugged in to operate is stunning and wonderful! It can be used in places that do not have an electrical outlet, such as closets and sheds.

Price Range

This is the lowest costing item of this list, but it is a high-quality product. It is the smallest device and the only one that does not need to be plugged in.

Design

Perfect for offices and bedrooms, this fabulous device removes dampness, mold, and moisture from the room air. It works great in small areas such as a boat, caravan, garage, or basement. The quiet operation of this small unit makes it a wonderful product to have in an office or a bedroom. It will not bother the people in the room as it quietly takes the moisture from the air.

Ease of Use

This wonderful unit will turn off automatically and shine an LED light to indicate it needs draining, plus it has a whisper-quiet operation.

Portability

It works great in small areas such as a boat, caravan, garage, or basement since it is easily transportable.

Price Range

Priced well below the average item here, this great device is compact, quiet, and easy to operate. Its quality is in the fact that it can be put in small rooms and work quickly.

Design

Being an Energy Star efficient product, this terrific dehumidifier will run as efficiently as it can and not run up huge electric bills for you. These devices run smoothly and quietly on their own. It is Energy Star efficient and will take up to fifty pints of moisture from a room each day. Included is an option for a continuous drain for full-time operation. The water level is easy to read, and it has a 24-hour timer and LED display.

Ease of Use

It is very easy to check on the performance of this device because the water level is easy to see inside, and the filters are easy to access. Even the drain bucket is simple to use.

Portability

The portability of this item is great since it is small and compact.

Price Range

This is an average-priced item that gets its great value from the high level of moisture it can collect in one day and its capacity to service medium to large rooms.

Design

This fabulous device is certified Energy Star, so it works efficiently and economically. The fan is quiet when operating, and it comes with a two-year warranty. It will reduce allergens and odors by taking out bacteria from the moist air and features six various settings, plus a 24-hour timer. This great product helps to protect furniture, home goods, and clothes in enclosed rooms and spaces.

Ease of Use

You can choose from many room settings on this product to get the one that is right for your room. The versatility is great because you can choose just what you need for the power amount.

Portability

For large and extra-large rooms, such as basements and cellars, this is a wonderful dehumidifier to have. It can sap the moisture out of a large closed capacity quickly and efficiently. The wheels make this dehumidifier easily portable.

Price Range

This is one of the higher-priced devices that is above the average cost. It has a huge capacity for large rooms, silent operation, and modern design.

Design

A front-loading water tank makes emptying the water bucket an easy affair. This unit is Energy Star certified. It comes in white and is a free-standing unit with digital display. Measuring 11.3” x 16.1” x 24.8”, it’s sleek and can fit into most rooms.

Ease of Use

The smart-app makes controlling the house’s climate a lot easier. This Frigidaire model is even compatible with Alex and Google Assistant. Just open your app from anywhere and as long as your machine is connected to the home wifi, you can check up on it and send it commands.

Portability

The unit includes a handle to make portability easier. It does weigh roughly 43 pounds (48 pounds during shipping), so it isn’t going to be a joy or a cinch to move it consistently. But if you need to take it out to clean it and empty it or switch rooms every once in a while, you’ll be fine.

Price Range

This is the most expensive dehumidifier on our list. If you want something that you don’t have to empty as often, you’ll need to opt for a 70 Pint tank. And if you like the convenience of being able to access the machine from your smartphone, you might not mind the price hike.

Design

This terrific unit includes convenient handles and roller wheels for simple portability and has an LED display that is bright. It features select settings, simple plug, easy to use reservoir, easy operation, and low maintenance. Included are a filter alert, timer, fan speed indicator, humidistat control, and an extra-long electric cord.

Ease of Use

This unit removes plenty of moisture from the air, yet it does not take up a lot of room for itself in the room. This makes it wonderful for small to medium rooms because it can be tucked out of the way. It has auto-restart, auto-shut off, and auto-defrost and fits into almost any size space because of its compact size. This wonderful device weighs just thirty pounds, functions well in small to medium rooms, and has a display that is user-friendly. There are two fan speeds of turbo and regular and washable air filters. The indicator for water level is transparent and easy to monitor.

Portability

Having handles and durable wheels on the bottom, this product can be moved from room to room easily. It is lightweight too, making this a real treasure for portability.

Price Range

Priced at the high end of the cost scale for these products, this fabulous dehumidifier has plenty of auto features, great portability, and a huge moisture retention capacity.

Design

The LED controls show the desired and current humidity level of an area, and a timer-delay setting can be used when you are away from home. You can alter the speed of the fan, set a 24-hour timer for sleep, or use it non-stop with a continuous drain.

Ease of Use

You can change plenty of things about the dehumidifier for your convenience, such as the fan speed, collection mode, and delay function. You can even set a timer to wake you up at a certain time.

Portability

Included are convenient handles and wheels for transport ease and an automatic restart if there is a power outage.

Price Range

This is the highest-priced item on this list, and it gets its great value from is huge water retention size, the strength of operation for large rooms, and many possible control settings.

Design

It features a bright display that is lite up with an LED display. The display indicates the settings, humidistat, and the speed of the fan, a timer, and alert settings. It is an eco-friendly machine that is ENERGY STAR Certified, has casters, features an auto defrost setting, and restarts automatically when needed. With enough power to pull the humidity out of the entire house this machine is an effective and efficient dehumidifier that will get the job done day in and day out.

Ease of Use

With a low maintenance required and easy to use this machine can be taken out of the box and plugged right in. Then all you have to do is select the settings and empty the tank when it is full.

Portability

This little device will get rid of the moisture in these small spaces but not take up much room.

Price Range

High powered and pulls the moisture right off the air. This machine is great for a whole-house dehumidifier and works well helping to prevent mold and mildew throughout.