Energy Efficient Dehumidifier Reviews

Nothing beats the beauty of being able to maintain your home’s humidity levels devoid of inflating your power consumption rate, which is where energy-efficient dehumidifiers come in handy.

We reviewed the dehumidifiers below on their energy efficiency. These devices can save you hundreds of dollars in the form of utility bills while also lowering your carbon footprint.

Here is the unbiased overview based on our testing and reseacrh of some green gadgets you should consider when making a future purchase.

Dehumidifier	Name	Highlights
CHECK PRICE	Best Overall Value hOmeLabs	Color: White Weight: 30.5 lbs Coverage: 1,500 sq.ft Capacity: 22 pints/day Price: $169.99 Warranty: 2-year
CHECK PRICE	Runner Up Whynter	Color: White Weight: 28.7 lbs Coverage: 2,000 sq.ft Capacity: 30 pints/day Price: $199.99 Warranty: 3-year
CHECK PRICE	Best Performance Whirlpool	Color: White Weight: 45.2 lbs Coverage: 3,000 sq.ft Capacity: 70 pints/day Price: $264.77 Warranty: 1-year
CHECK PRICE	Also Great Danby	Color: White Weight: 41.4 lbs Coverage: 4,500 sq.ft Capacity: 70 pints/day Price: $292.64 Warranty: 2-year
CHECK PRICE	Best Budget Haier	Color: White Weight: 28 lbs Coverage: 2,500 sq.ft Capacity: 30 pints/day Price: $159.99 Warranty: 1-year

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The hOmeLabs HME020030N Dehumidifier features a white, rectangular exterior, which provides a welcome sight for people looking for a unit that’s likely to blend in easily with their interior décor.

Its reservoir is situated on the front and shows a transparent line that indicates the level of water therein. This dehumidifier comes with a two-year warranty, but users can get a six-month extension by registering their unit on the manufacturer’s website.

• Length – 15.2″
• Width – 10″
• Height – 19.7″
• Weight – 30.5 pounds

The unit is considerably large and also quite heavy. Despite this weight, the unit’s portability is greatly enhanced by the two built-in handles and four wheels that allow the user to carry or push it around.

The hOmeLabs HME020030N Dehumidifier will impress just about anyone with its ability to extract 22 pints of moisture from spaces measuring up to 1,500 sq. ft.

• This dehumidifier comes with both turbo and normal fan speeds that allow users to select the rate at which their space is dehumidified. 
• This dehumidifier features a G3 filter that traps airborne pollutants, which enhances the quality of your indoor air to make it more breathable.
• It has a built-in humidistat that enables it to determine the dehumidification requirements of a certain space accurately.
• This unit works remarkably well in diverse environments where the temperature ranges between 41-95°F. It features an auto-defrost function that deices the coils when the temperatures drop to 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
• It operates with a 57dB noise output; this unit might be too loud to use in the bedroom.

The hOmeLabs HME020030N Dehumidifier is among the easiest dehumidifiers to operate.

• It features a simplistic control panel with a clean-filter and full-tank alert light.
• This unit has an LCD screen that displays the current RH levels and enables users to make accurate configurations.
• The unit comes with a 24-hour timer that allows the user to set it to work within a particular duration. It shuts-off automatically when the set time elapses.
• It also comes with a continuous mode that allows the device to run throughout the day.
• This unit allows the user to customize their humidity levels between 35 and 85%.
• It also consumes minimal power, which allows users to run their unit for a long period without worrying about inflating their energy bills.

The hOmeLabs HME020030N Dehumidifier employs two modes of drainage:

• Manual Mode

With this method, you need to pull out the 6.4-pint condensate reservoir and empty it into a sink. You should do this when the full tank alert light illuminates. The tank has a retractable handle that makes it easy to carry it to the sink.

• Continuous Mode

This dehumidifier also has a drain port that’s situated at the back, just below the air inlet grill. The port allows users to connect a ¾ gardening hose to discharge the condensate into a drain.

• You can clean the surface of this dehumidifier with a damp cloth regularly to keep it dust-free.
• You also need to clean the reservoir every two weeks to prevent mold growth and remove the water residual.
• It’s also recommended to clean the air filter at least once a month and ensure that it’s completely dry before re-installing back into the unit.
• Wrap the cord around the storage buckle when storing the device.

The hOmeLabs HME020030N Dehumidifier is suitable for use in areas with extremely low temperatures. This is attributable to its auto-defrost system that deices the coils to ensure effective dehumidification while also averting damage to the unit.

Given its energy efficiency combined with continuous drainage feature, you can use this unit to extract moisture from areas you don’t often visit. Such areas include crawl spaces, vacation homes, and basements.

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The Whynter RPD-321EW Dehumidifier features a simplistic design with a rectangular shape and large, front air inlet grill, which gives it a rather bland appearance.

It has a white finish that allows it to blend easily with multiple indoor fittings. It features a side air outlet grill that allows you to place it against a wall. This unit comes with a one-year limited warranty on the structure and a 3-year warranty on the compressor.

• Length – 10.2″
• Width – 14.2″
• Height – 20.1″
• Weight – 28.7 pounds

This is a rather large unit that weighs quite a lot, but it comes with two integrated handles that make it convenient to carry from place to place. It sits on four casters that enable the user to push it around without lifting it.

The Whynter RPD-321EW Dehumidifier is capable of extracting 30 pints of moisture from your indoor atmosphere in a day. This dehumidifier draws 3.0 Amps of electricity, which validates its Energy Star certification for providing cost-effective dehumidification in spaces measuring up to 2,000 sq. ft.

It utilizes R410a—an environmentally friendly refrigerant that doesn’t deplete. This feature also saves the user on refilling money.

This dehumidifier also comes with a filter that allows it to moonlight as an air cleaner. The filter is washable, which saves the user on operational costs.

It also boasts an auto-defrost system that deices the coils when the unit is working under temperatures as low as 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

This dehumidifier operates with a 53 dB noise output, which is a little bit higher than that produced in a library.

The Whynter RPD-321EW Dehumidifier comes with a straightforward and simple to use digital control panel that doesn’t require any special knowledge to operate.

• This dehumidifier also features a timer that allows the user to set it to work for a certain number of hours between one and 24.
• Using this device is also pretty hassle-free as it comes with an automatic restart feature that turns on the unit automatically after a power outage and restores previous configurations.
• It’s is also easy on the pocket as it doesn’t consume too much power.

This dehumidifier comes with two modes of operation:

• Comfort Mode

This feature maintains optimal humidity levels between 45% and 55%, depending on the current room temperature.

• Continuous Mode

With this feature, the user can set their unit to work without stopping. Ideally, this feature is best suited for areas with very high humidity levels, including basements, crawlspaces, conservatories, and flooded regions.

• Normal Mode

With this setting, the unit operates to maintain the user’s pre-set humidity levels. It also allows the user to select their desired fan settings, and hence dictating the rate at which their room is dehumidified.

The Whynter RPD-321EW Dehumidifier boasts features that support both incessant and manual drainage:

• Manual Drainage

Under the manual drainage configuration, the extracted moisture collects in a seven-pint removable reservoir. Once the dehumidifier gathers enough moisture to fill the reservoir, the full-tank alert light that’s located on the control panel turns blue.

The unit also stops operation to prevent overflow. Therefore, if you want to resume dehumidification, they need to empty the condensate into a drain or sink.

• Incessant Drainage

The unit also comes with a drain port that allows users to connect a hose. This feature allows the condensate to drain directly into a drain, which omits the need to empty the reservoir every time the full-tank light comes on.

Generally, cleaning this dehumidifier is a pretty easy task.

• You need to clean the unit with a wet cloth and wash the filter with a vacuum cleaner or warm water every two weeks, or when the clean filter light comes on.
• You should also clean the air grill to prevent the obstruction of airflow into the unit.
• You should also clean the condensate reservoir once in a while.

The Whynter RPD-321EW Dehumidifier is an excellent unit for whole-house dehumidification because of its energy-efficient operation that saves you on operation costs.

The continuous mode of operation combined with incessant drainage makes this unit the perfect pick for areas that experience high moisture levels like basements, crawl spaces, and boats.

This dehumidifier’s continuous drainage and auto-restart feature that restore the previous configurations make it perfect for areas where users hardly frequent, like cabins and crawl spaces.

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The Whirlpool WHAD703PAW Dehumidifier is essentially an eye-catching appliance with a rectangular design featuring rounded corners and edges. This dehumidifier flaunts a white color with a gray air outlet grill located on the top.

The gray grill provides a nice break to what would otherwise appear like a bland, white box. It comes with a one-year warranty that covers parts and service.

• Length – 12″
• Width – 15″
• Height – 25.2″
• Weight – 45.2 pounds

It is quite a large unit and too heavy to carry without help, which is why it comes with two built-in handles. It also features rolling casters that allow users to push it around the house. The casters are Omni-directional, which makes it easy to maneuver when wheeling the unit around obstacles.

The Whirlpool WHAD703PAW Dehumidifier is a beast when it comes to expedient moisture extraction. It’s also gentle on the user’s electricity, which endorses its Energy Star rating of 2.0 EEV. This dehumidifier extracts 70 pints of moisture per day in spaces measuring up to 3,000 sq. ft.

• It features three preset modes of operation that facilitate customized dehumidification in your basement and bedrooms while also allowing you to set the continuous mode.
• This dehumidifier features an air filter that allows it to provide users with a cleaner and less humid indoor atmosphere.
• It also comes with an automatic defrost system that unfreezes the coils to ensure efficient operation even when working under temperatures that go as low as 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
• This unit emits different noise levels depending on the fan speed. The low-speed setting produces 49 dB of sound.
• Conversely, the high-speed setting is too noisy at 53 dB.
• The unit features an auto-restart feature that triggers the unit to resume operation automatically after a power outage and also restores the user’s original settings.

The Whirlpool WHAD703PAW Dehumidifier is pretty easy to use. It has an easy access control panel that features simplistic buttons.

• This dehumidifier also features an LCD screen that exhibits the current RH levels in a room and enables the user to see the configurations they’re making clearly.
• It also features three fan speeds: High, medium, and low that enables the user to select the rate at which their unit should work depending on their room’s moisture levels.
• This dehumidifier comes with a 24-hour timer that allows the user to set their device to turn on or off for a particular period.
• The timer button increases the time with 30 minutes per click, up to ten hours. From 10 to 24 hours, each click increases the duration with one hour.
• The unit also features up and down buttons that allow users to set their ideal humidity levels.
• The built-in automatic humidistat monitors the RH levels of a room and subsequently triggers the unit to regulate the indoor humidity according to the user’s comfort and needs.

This unit’s child lock feature comes in handy in preventing a child from altering the user’s configurations, which prevents the need for a redo.

The Whirlpool WHAD703PAW Dehumidifier provides users with three modes of drainage:

• Manual Mode

With this mode, the dehumidifier directs the condensate to a 13.7-pint reservoir. Given that this unit extracts 70 pints of moisture a day, the tank will fill up several times. You will need to remove the reservoir from the unit and empty the condensate into a sink, bathtub, or drain.

• Gravity Drainage

To utilize this method, you need to remove the plug from the back of the unit and attach a drain hose. For this method to be fully effective, the drain hose length shouldn’t exceed 2 meters (6ft).

• Powered Drainage

When looking to use a pump to discharge the condensate upwards, you should attach a hose on the drain port and press the pump button on the control panel. This method will push the condensate to a maximum distance of 16 meters.

To ensure the efficient performance and longevity of this unit, you need to adopt proper cleaning and maintenance practices.

• Start by cleaning the filter under a faucet, or with warm water and a mild detergent if it’s too clogged.
• Only reinstall the filter back into the unit when it’s completely dry.
• It’s also important to clean the air vents and filter cabinet with a damp cloth or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment.
• You should also clean the condensate tank once in a while to prevent mold growth.

The Whirlpool WHAD703PAW Dehumidifier is ideal for general use in spaces like basements, bedrooms, and living spaces because of its preset modes of operation.

This dehumidifier is also perfect for overlay saturated areas like flooded basements and crawl spaces in a boat thanks to its ability to remove large amounts of moisture.

It’s also perfect for cabins, especially those located near lakes, thanks to its low energy consumption rate that guarantees users that the unit won’t double their energy bills.

The continuous mode of drainage and automatic restart feature also make this device a suitable pick for areas that users seldom visit.

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The Danby DDR070BDWDB Dehumidifier comes in a compact rectangular design with the control panel on top. This dehumidifier features a smooth white finish, which gives it a neutral appearance that enables it to blend in with different home décors.

It also comes with a 24-month warranty that covers both labor and parts.

• Length – 11.8″
• Width – 16.1″
• Height – 24.2″
• Weight – 41.4 pounds

It is quite a compact dehumidifier that can fit snugly in confined spaces. However, it’s very heavy to carry around. Luckily, it comes with two integrated side Handles and four rolling casters that ease its portability significantly.

The Danby DDR070BDWDB Dehumidifier draws 1 kilowatt of power per hour for every two liters of moisture, making it extremely energy efficient. This dehumidifier extracts 70 pints of moisture a day from spaces measuring up to 4,500 sq. ft.

• It comes with two fan speeds that allow it to cycle between turbo for high-power moisture extraction, and normal speed for regular operation.
• This dehumidifier also moonlights as an air purifier thanks to its integrated filter that traps airborne pollutants.
• It features an auto defrost system that deices its coils when temperatures reach freezing levels. Thanks to this feature, this dehumidifier can work under temperatures as low as 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
• This dehumidifier produces 50dB of noise, which make it quieter than most units in its class.

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