The 14 best dehumidifiers to maintain a healthy home

Pros: Great for small rooms, compact and easy to store on the desk, price
Cons: Only extracts up to 300ml per day

Product specs

• Dimensions: H62.3 x W37.7 x D26.2cm
• Wattage: 280W
• Suitable for rooms up to: up to 20m²
• Water tank volume: 6l
• Max noise level: 41dB

The CD20LE is a superb all-round pick that hits a very tempting balance between top performance, and a more affordable (but still not budget) price. A 20l/day extraction rate is nothing to be sniffed at, and neither is the generous 6l capacity tank. It has all the modes you're likely to need, including a powerful laundry mode, and a smart mode that automatically turns it on and off depending on the reading of the room humidity. You can turn off all the display lights for a darker room at night, and it also doubles up as an air filter too, ticking more boxes than other similarly priced rivals. With a smart white and black appearance, it's one of the better choices out there for most people, as long as they've got a reasonable amount of space to slot it into.

Pros: Great for small rooms, compact and easy to store on the desk, price
Cons: Only extracts up to 300ml per day

Product specs

• Dimensions: H22 x W14 x D14cm
• Wattage: Not stated
• Suitable for rooms up to: up to 15m²
• Water tank volume: 600ml
• Max noise level: Not stated

This Russell Hobbs mini dehumidifier is easy to store and compact and under £100, which is why we’ve highlighted it as our best budget buy. While the water tank can hold up to 600ml, it can only extract up to 300ml per 24 hours, however. But this means that you’ll be able to go for two days without having to empty it. Its small size - measuring just 22cm high - also makes it a good option for areas that are tight on space such as on the desktop, in a bedroom or utility room. It also comes with an auto-shut off when the tank gets full and a defrost feature for when the temperature drops.

Pros: Can be set up with a drainage hose, plenty of settings to choose from
Cons: Large

Product specs

• Dimensions: H43.7x W22.6 x D29.8 cm
• Wattage: 220
• Suitable for: Large rooms
• Water tank volume: 12L
• Max noise level: N/A

If you’re tired of always having to empty your dehumidifier and are planning on using it for the long term, rather than just pulling it out as and when you need it in the winter, ProBreeze’s model is the perfect problem solver. Capable of extracting 12 litres of moisture from the water per day, it’s a good dehumidifier choice for larger rooms and homes, and for those that have year-round problems you can use the optional continuous drainage hose to link it to your plumbing to stop you from having to empty it on a regular (or even daily) basis. The 24 hour auto-on and off timers and sleep modes can be set up with the automatic humidity sensor as well, meaning you can pretty much just leave it to do its thing and carry on with your new damp-free life.

Pros: Whisper-quiet operation, doubles as an air purifier to help with air quality, includes laundry mode, shows you the current humidity rating on a screen, high extraction rate
Cons: Price, bulky

Product specs

• Dimensions: H56.2 x W37.6 x D23.2 cm
• Wattage: 267W
• Suitable for rooms up to: Up to a 5 bedroom house
• Water tank volume: 4.8L
• Max noise level: 40 dB

This may be one of the pricier dehumidifiers in our round-up, but it doubles up as an air purifier too, which means you could potentially be saving money over buying two dedicated machines separately. At the very least, there's something to be said for the space efficiency that a two-in-one unit like this unlocks, especially if your home is cluttered with enough tech as it is. At just 40 dB, it’s one of the quieter models you can buy so you’ll hardly notice it make a noise – even on the highest fan speed at 42dB – which is reassuring if you’re looking to use it in your bedroom as you sleep. In use, it's designed to extract water from the air most effectively between 10°C and 20°C, which is ideal for the average British household. It also has a large 4.8L water tank that is easy to empty using the carry handle, with a sleek white and black colour and pleasing design, as well as the incorporation of a hepa filter that rounds off the whole package rather nicely.

Pros: Attractive design, quiet, filters air
Cons: On the pricier side

Product specs

• Dimensions: H50 x W33 x D22cm
• Wattage: 300W
• Recommended room size: 75m2
• Water tank volume: 2.1L
• Max noise level: 40 dB

One of the more attractive dehumidifiers you’re likely to come across, De’Longhi’s rather handsome offering breaks the mould of its cookie-cutter white box rivals by daring for a dark dash of navy blue. While it might not be to everyone's taste or fit your decor, we applaud the fact that it's at least trying something a little different. Bring on even more hues, we say. Looks aside, there's plenty of practical things to get excited about as well. Double filtration courtesy of a built-in filtertakes care of dust and allergens, for a start, and it's removable and washable too, letting you prevent too much dust from accumulating over time. A quiet operation of 40 decibels keeps things calm and serene when in use, while a relatively manageable weight of 9.5kg means you can move it around between different rooms without breaking too much of a sweat. You’re paying a price for its looks, mind, but at least you won’t be ashamed of leaving it in full view.

Pros: Two drainage methods provide convenient flexibility, with quiet operation
Cons: Design may be too plain for some

Product specs

• Dimensions: H50 x W28 x D20cm
• Wattage: Not stated
• Suitable for rooms up to: Not stated
• Water tank volume: 2 litres
• Max noise level: 36dB

Costway's dehumidifier is capable of extracting 12 litres of water a day from the surrounding air, with a generous 2-litre tank capacity. Promising to dry larger rooms, it has an LED touch control panel for easy use, letting you adjust the humidity setting from 30-80%, while blue, green, and red lights indicate the current levels at a glance. With a quiet operation, a 24-hour timer and a washable filter, it has everything you need to dry clothes and keep pesky damp at bay. Better yet, you can choose between two water removal options — continuous draining via an attached tube for a more permanent, hassle-free setup, or a water tank which can be easily removed and emptied.

Pros: Great for small rooms, compact and easy to store on the desk, price
Cons: Only extracts up to 300ml per day

Product specs

• Dimensions: H52 x W37.9 x D23.9cm
• Wattage: Not stated
• Suitable for rooms up to: up to 15m²
• Water tank volume: 4.2l
• Max noise level: 36 dBA

EcoAir's offering differs from some of the other options on our list, as it's a desiccant dehumidifier. While most compressor dehumidifiers work using condensers to cool drawn-in air to extract the water, they tend only to work well in relatively warm temperatures (around 20 degrees celsius). Desiccant units, on the other hand, can extract the same amount of water out of the air in temperatures ranging from 1-20 degrees celsius, as they use special chemicals to absorb the moisture from the air. With an 11-litre per day operation and a 4.2-litre tank, this quiet, l[lightweight dehumidifier from EcoAir not only performs well, but also has an antibacterial filter along with a powerful laundry function ti turbo-charge your drying time.

Pros: Includes a drain hose if you'd rather not empty all the time
Cons: Not as powerful as some of the more advanced models

Product specs

• Dimensions: H18 x W22 x D35cm
• Wattage: 60
• Suitable for rooms up to: up to 80m²
• Water tank volume: 2.2l
• Max noise level: 30dB

Finding a dehumidifier that actually works well for less than £100 isn’t an easy feat, and while we do champion the nice and compact Russell Hobbs model, if you want something a bit bigger that still isn’t too expensive, this one from Banrin makes for a good option. It’s worth mentioning straight off the bat, that you do get what you pay for in the dehumidifier world, and to tackle more serious cases of dampness you should really invest in a Meaco or a ProBreeze, but if you just need a little bit of assistance during the colder months, this model from Banrin should make a good start. Easy to set up with a quiet running system, you can set it up with the drainage hose, should you want to, or just with the water tank that incorporates an automatic shut-off for when it gets too full. It looks good too, something you can’t often say about such clunky machines, with a sleek white design and smart LED screen. £96 £90. At amazon.co.uk

Pros: Easy clean filter, automatic shut off, low wattage
Cons: White finish may not be easy to disguise in your living room

Product specs

• Dimensions: H57.2 x W34.4 x D25cm
• Wattage: 260W
• Suitable for rooms up to: 20m²
• Water tank volume: 3.7L
• Max noise level: 47 dB

The slim design of this Princess dehumidifier allows it to slip into narrower spaces than some of its rivals. It comes in a simple white finish, with touch controls on top that allow you to change the speed settings with ease. At 47 decibels, it’s average in terms of noise levels and hums away gently to extract moisture from the air. It has a 3.7L tank and automatic shut-off when the reservoir is full so you don’t have to worry about any water overspilling. It’s 13kg weight might seem intimidating on paper, but fear not — it has easy-steer castor wheels for effortless manoeuvrability, with a flexible 1.5m cord for a respectable reach for the nearest plug socket. Depending on which of the three speed settings you choose, it's optimised to extract up to 16L moisture per day, which should be more than enough for even the most humid of environments. A washable filter lets you quickly keep on top of any accumulating dust as well.

Pros: Compact and quiet, this particular model stands out with its black colour option and ease of use
Cons: Not suitable for larger spaces

Product specs

• Dimensions: H37.5 x W37.5 x D13.7cm
• Wattage: 90W
• Suitable for rooms up to: Not stated
• Water tank volume: 2.2 litres
• Max noise level: 25dB

This all-black offering stands out from the white crowd (although there is a more traditional white option if you prefer). Its major selling point apart from its rather chic design, is its slim footprint, letting it slot unassumingly into smaller spaces. A generous 2.2 litre tank and 800ml of water removal per day make for infrequent emptying, though this also means it's best suited to smaller spaces rather than larger rooms. With around 25dB of noise in use, it's one of the quieter options on our list, with a 25-hour timer, auto shut-off and auto defrost options ticking off the features list rather nicely.

Pros: Doubles up as a nightlight, good coverage, price
Cons: Max noise level not stated, wattage not stated online

Product specs

• Dimensions: H28 x W15.1 x D15.1cm
• Wattage: Not stated
• Suitable for rooms up to: 23m²
• Water tank volume: 1000ml
• Max noise level: Not stated

What sets this Pro Breeze dehumidifier apart from other designs is its rainbow LED light that can add ambient lighting to your room. You can choose from one of six vibrant colours, which comes in useful if you’re using it in the bedroom and want a nightlight, although you can also choose to have it turned off while in use. Sure, some people might find it unnecessary and/or gaudy, but if you're all about that RGB life, then this should definitely be on your shortlist. Aesthetics aside, there's also some practicality to the LED madness — the water tank will also turn red when it’s full so you know when to empty it. The dehumidifier is designed to remove up to 450ml of moisture per day but also has a handy timer that switches off after four hours, which is ideal if you’re going out or want to use it through the night. While its water tank volume is 1000ml, it has the ability to remove up to 600ml per day.

Pros: Small and affordable
Cons: Doesn’t have a large capacity so won’t make much difference in larger rooms or homes

Product specs

• Dimensions: 12.8x 12.8 x 21.3 cm
• Wattage: 23W
• Suitable for: Small spaces
• Water tank volume: 300ml
• Max noise level: 40db

If you’re after a dehumidifier for small spaces, or just for a bedroom or single room, this Conopu one is a super affordable option that’ll make a good dent on the amount of dampness in the air. Compared to the larger models that can extract up to 25 litres from the air per day, this only has a capacity of 300ml, meaning it’s good for a very small spaces, or just for reducing small amounts of damp. The fun part as well, is that while some dehumidifiers can be much more intense and industrial looking, Conopu’s incorporates seven colours that can add a bit of ambience and atmosphere to your space while doing their job.

Pros: 8 hour timer, 5 humidity settings, good-value
Cons: A little louder than some, simple white design

Product specs

• Dimensions: H59 x W34.6 x D24.2 cm
• Wattage: 340W
• Suitable for rooms up to: 40 m²
• Water tank volume: 3.8L
• Max noise level: 48 dB

The high-quality compressor on this Logik models removes moisture effectively across a 40 m² space, which makes it a good option if you want to tackle a large area. It has a water tank capacity of up to 3.8 litres, but is powerful enough to remove up to an impressive 20 litres per day - although you will need to be on hand to empty the water each time the tank fills up. With a long 1.8m cord, wheels and carry handle, it’s easy to move around your home too — as long as you're not planning on shifting it up or down the stairs too often. Its 14.8kg weight isn't exactly back-breaking, but it's definitely heavy enough to make the act of regularly carrying it a bit of a bothersome experience. While it’s quite a large design, we still think it’s sleek enough to sit unobtrusively in the corner of your room so it doesn’t interfere too much with your decor.

Pros: Quiet operation, good room range
Cons: Water level indicator could be larger, only has one setting

Product specs

• Dimensions: H42 x W32 x D21.5cm
• Wattage: 340W
• Suitable for rooms up to: 31m²
• Water tank volume: 2.1L
• Max noise level: 43 dB

It might not win the award for the most attractive or ground-breaking dehumidifier on our list, but that's not to say that Challenge's offering is ugly. Yes, it's a plain white box, but it's hardly an eyesore— and it's no slouch in the performance department either. Depending on the settings you can extract up to 10 litres of water per day in this design, which has a water tank that measures 2.1litres. It has a good recommended room range that is larger than your average dehumidifier, and for this reason we think it’s great value. At 43dB it’s also very quiet in operation, which is reassuring if you want to use it through the night. It has just one setting and a very discreet water indicator on the side of the design that you’ll need to keep an eye on should you want to empty the water tank. It also comes with an auto-shut off feature so you needn’t worry about it overspilling.

Pros: Covers a large area, comes with air purifying features
Cons: Price, basic white design

Product specs

• Dimensions: H61.6 x W27.4 x D27.4cm
• Wattage: 49W
• Recommended room size: 115m2
• Water tank volume: 6L
• Max noise level: 26 dB

This Igenix dehumidifier may be more expensive than most, but it's with good reason. It's a mighty powerful bit of kit, with the ability to extract up to a whopping 50 litres of moisture from the air per day. That much moisture-sucking needs an equally capacious tank to match, so there's a generously sized six-litre tank to help ensure that the average user won't be constantly emptying it out. Capable of working in a space up to 115m2, it can also cover a much larger footfall than most designs we’ve seen. It has two fan speeds and two dehumidifying modes that you can adjust depending on the job at hand, while it also has the benefit of an active carbon filter and ioniser function to purify the air, adding an extra bit of functionality to its already impressive repertoire.

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