The Four Best Dehumidifiers

Frigidaire 50-Pint

• ✓50-pint capacity handles large basement and living room spaces
• ✓Continuous drain hose option removes the need to empty the tank manually
• ✓Effortless Humidity auto mode adjusts fan speed based on room humidity

• ✗50 dB noise level is noticeable in bedrooms at night
• ✗Water tank fills quickly in very humid conditions

Midea 50-Pint

• ✓Energy Star certified — costs less to run than non-certified competitors
• ✓3,000 sq ft coverage exceeds most 50-pint models
• ✓Quiet Mode reduces fan speed for bedrooms at night

• ✗Mildew-resistant washable filter requires monthly cleaning
• ✗Humidity reading on display can drift over time — recalibration needed

Levoit LV60DH

• ✓28 dB in sleep mode is the quietest in the 35-pint category
• ✓Sleep mode dims the display so light does not disturb sleepers
• ✓EvaClean mode auto-adjusts target humidity to 45% for comfortable sleeping

• ✗35-pint capacity insufficient for large basements or whole floors
• ✗Water tank at 0.66 gallons requires more frequent emptying

hOmeLabs 4,500 Sq Ft

• ✓4,500 sq ft coverage handles entire basements and crawl spaces
• ✓1.6-gallon water tank lasts longer than competitors before draining needed
• ✓Full tank alert with auto shut-off prevents overflow damage

• ✗52 dB is the loudest in this comparison — not ideal for living spaces
• ✗Lower energy efficiency than Energy Star models