NETTA 20L/Day Low Energy Dehumidifier - Digital Control Panel, Continuous Drainage, Auto Restart, 24 Hour Timer, 6.5L Tank - For Damp, Mould Control, Laundry Drying

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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.

A dehumidifier's size or capacity describes how many litres of water it's able to extract from the air each day (which is different to the water tank capacity). Dehumidifiers for homes range in capacity from seven to 25 litres. Look at our test scores. Every dehumidifier we review has an energy efficiency rating, so our highest-scoring models are most likely to be the least wasteful. As well as having a crazy low power consumption, the Senelux comes with useful features such as auto humidity control and can actually serve as an alternative to the tumble dryer. This one is so quiet (45dB), you can actually sleep with this one in your bedroom if you wanted to! 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.

Where is the best place to put a dehumidifier in a house?

Desiccant dehumidifier: Unlike a refrigerant dehumidifier, this type of device is designed with colder temperatures, making it especially useful for garages and colder environments. Unlike a compressor dehumidifier that passes air over a cold coil to condense the water from it, a desiccant dehumidifier uses a 'desiccant chemical' to absorb the moisture from the air. As a result, desiccant dehumidifiers are the best option for rooms that are likely to fall below 15°c, as at lower temperatures compressor and Peltier models can struggle to work efficiently. Transparency is really important to us and that's why we're always upfront about where we find our recommendations. We write about products that we feel offer the best value to most parents – the ones that our users would recommend to their own friends and family. It has a 12L per day extraction rate and only uses a tiny 160 watts (1kW in 5 hours)! You will struggle to find this type of performance anywhere else. We have previously done a full review of similar / competitive model in our Meaco review guide.

They work by using an absorbent material that removes the moisture from the air before being heated to allow the water to drop into the tank.That said, dehumidifiers aren’t the most stylish-looking devices. Hence, you’re unlikely to want a large unit sitting in the middle of your lounge but still think carefully about its placement. If the moisture comes from a leaky window or front door, place it near them. Compressor dehumidifiers tend to be the most common design available in the UK. They work by drawing air into the dehumidifier via a fan, and then running the air over over cold coils to condense the moisture from it, whereby the condensed water is collected in a water tank.The coils are kept cool by refrigerant which means the unit also needs a compressor built in. The only downside of compressor dehumidifiers is that they need the air to be warm for this process to work. Most will work above 5°C, but they're most efficient at an ambient temperature of around 20°C (depending on the individual model). Most dehumidifiers have their noise levels listed in their specifications, although in practice we didn't find that much variation between models, with most falling somewhere between 35 and 45dB.

It is virtually unparalleled in terms of efficiency, features and noise level amongst 20L dehumidifiers. It is hard to believe that this model only consumes 245 watts at a capacity of 20L. Some manufacturer tests have reported even lower power consumption than the stated 245 watts. They can be used in almost any room in a household or commercial building, although they are most widely used in areas prone The cheapest and smallest dehumidifiers on the market can often only extract 0.5L of water from the air per day – in many cases even less – but larger and more powerful dehumidifiers can extract up to 25L per day which can make a huge difference to your home's health if you struggle with damp issues and condensation.

How to choose the best dehumidifier for your home

Another big plus with the DC18 is there is a continuous draining hose. So if this set this up it will drain all by itself. If not, you'll need to empty the tank at around 4 hours of continuous use. This is a good question and probably why you are here! To summarise exactly how much you could save, we have gone to the trouble of making a very interesting table. The table compares our selected units with cheaper units with the same water extraction capacity. The results will surprise you and highlight how cheaper doesn’t always mean better. Model Lastly, there's extra functionality to consider. The best dehumidifiers you can buy offer a Smart mode. That means you can leave the dehumidifier running and its sensors will detect the humidity levels and switch the machine on and off to keep humidity within your desired range. That saves energy (and money) as the appliance isn't running if it doesn't need to be. Find out more about improving your indoor air quality at home. Moisture absorbers: can they help with damp? ECONOMIC: This low-energy dehumidifier uses 345W of power meaning you can run this appliance for as little as 12p per hour based on the latest UK energy tariff (34p per kWh). This enables you to keep your home free from mould and mildew without having to worry about a huge increase in your energy bills.

Dehumidifiers do not kill mould, but they help make it inert and stop it from spreading (the spores love humid air!). You need a dehumidifier to treat the underlying cause and a good mould killer to eliminate it completely. Here’s our guide to the best mould removers so you can clean it off any surface and stop it from regrowing. How do dehumidifiers work? When looking for the best dehumidifiers you will have two main types to choose. Both have their own merits and are effective at removing moisture from the air, although some environments will beThat said, if you find the Pro Breeze 12L Low Energy Dehumidifier on offer, and are willing to accept its flaws in exchange for its lower price point, this can be a great value buy that does the job and will make a big improvement to general damp issues. better suited for certain devices. Also, each type will come in many different sizes, which impacts their overall capacity: Another important feature is a quiet mode. It will need to be left on for a few hours, and something rattling and humming loudly can become annoying after a few minutes! 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. Overall, this is a best-in-class dehumidifier that does a fantastic job of extracting moisture from the home and is one of the best dehumidifier for drying washing fast.