Every homeowner would appreciate owning a dehumidifier that not only extracts excess humidity from their indoor environment but also purifies the atmosphere. Luckily, Costway 50-pint dehumidifier comes with a huge tank coupled with an efficient filter and promises to rid the indoor air detrimental allergens in addition to removing unwanted moisture.
This compelled us to test this dehumidifier so we did put it through our Rigorous Testing and found out:

Costway Dehumidifier
Compact, lightweight, and equipped with smooth-rolling caster wheels, Costway dehumidifier is the perfect definition of portable. It’s also sufficiently powerful to remove up to 50 pints of moisture from the indoor environment in a day. This dehumidifier affords users a lot of flexibility when it comes to fan speed; they can select from low, mid, and high speed to suit their specific needs.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable
- Comes with an indicator for notifying users when the bucket fills up
- Easy to clean washable filter
- Adjustable fan speed
- Electronic controls for enhanced usability
- Quiet, unobtrusive operation
- Continuous operation thanks to the drain hose option
- Energy-star rated, and thus it consumes less energy than other dehumidifiers of the same size
Cons
- Doesn’t come with a hose
- Short 90-day warranty for such a costly machine
- Boxy shape; not stylish at all
Construction and Design
Compact and white, the Costway dehumidifier can fit seamlessly into any living room. With a meager 15.5” L, 12” W, and 24” H, this dehumidifier truly packs a punch when it comes to saving space.
Highlight: It also features an air cord hanger design for efficient placement of the power cord when dehumidifier is not in use.
Power and Dehumidification Capacity
We tested this dehumidifier in a humid basement environment where we ran it for 120 Hours. We set our humidity level at 50% where basement humidity was 65%.
Our Findings: Dehumidifier can effectively dehumidify large areas with no problem, and tank capacity of 8 liters limits the need to emptying the tank.
We also found that the three-speed setting that includes high, moderate, and low, allows users to control the moisture intake to fit their needs and preference.
Costway dehumidifier also serves the all-important purpose of purifying the indoor environment by ridding it of bacteria, dust, mold, and allergens, which is due to the washable air filters.
Setup and Usability
Home appliances don’t need to be overly complicated. The Costway dehumidifier comes with robust features required for easy operation.
Armed with a simplistic and intuitive digital control panel that’s located on the top of the unit, Costway dehumidifier is extremely easy to control and monitor.
Users can set the fan to three speeds from 1-3 hours for maximum comfort. It also features an innovative indicator that blinks when the bucket is full; at this point, the dehumidifier will also cease operating automatically.

- This dehumidifier also features a drain connector through which the user can easily attach a hose measuring 11.5mm to allow continuous draining.
- Its detachable water tank makes this dehumidifier sufficiently flexible for easy disposal of the collected condensate water.
- The water bucket features an ergonomically designed handle that facilitates the process of removing, carrying, and putting it back in place.
- Programming this dehumidifier is pretty easy; users can set the humidity level between 35%-80% as well as preset the time within 1 to 12 hours.
Size and Portability
Unlike other high-capacity dehumidifiers that are often bulky and hard to move, the Costway device is designed with portability in mind. While the power of this machine is astounding, it’s also incredibly lightweight.
It also comes with superior-quality rolling wheels coupled with side handles that allow users to move it around the house with ease. Also, with an overall dimension of 15.5” L, 12” W and 24” H, Costway dehumidifier can be classified as a compact machine with a small footprint.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The Costway dehumidifier is generally low maintenance and easy to clean device. Users should ensure to clean the water tank regularly to reduce the chances of mold growth and accumulation of bacteria. When cleaning the tank, soapy water will suffice. This device also comes with a removable filter that’s incredibly easy to clean; users can simply wash it and recycle.
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Areas for Which It’s Best Suited
Armed with a huge 8-liter water tank, the Costway dehumidifier is the perfect fit for dehumidifying large spaces and basements; it can handle high loads and extremely damp conditions. Its power to remove moisture from vast spaces makes this dehumidifier an excellent choice for garages, workshops, and full-floor attics.
This dehumidifier is also suitable for bathrooms. Its quiet operation also makes it a perfect pick for bedrooms and study rooms among other indoor spaces measuring up to 3000 Sq. Ft.
Key Take-Away
The Costway dehumidifier flaunts excellent features including washable air filter, humidity control timer and caster wheels for enhanced mobility, making it the perfect pick for daily use. Users are also bound to love the fact that this dehumidifier can drain continuously and it shuts off automatically when the water tank gets full.
With its ability to remove 50 pints of moisture daily from the indoor environment, users can rely on this dehumidifier to fix humidity issues in the dampest of areas in their home, including the basement. The best part is that this the device accomplishes this without consuming much energy, which helps the homeowner with keeping the monthly bills low.
SPECIFICATIONS | |
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Type | Medium to Large Spaces |
Recommended Coverage Area | 3000 Sq ft |
Moisture Removal Capacity | No Known |
Filter | Washable |
Size | 50 Pint |
Energy Star Rating | Yes |
Energy Consumption | Not Known |
Product Dimensions | 15.5 x 12 x 24 in |
Item Weight | 30.9 lbs |
Manufacturer | Costway |
Model Number | N/A |
Warranty | 90 Days |