NETTA 12L/Day Low Energy Dehumidifier - Digital Control Panel, Air Filter, Continuous Drainage, Auto Restart, Timer, 1.5L Water Tank - For Home & Office, Damp Mould Control, Laundry Cloth Drying

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Just like the larger models, there a hose for continuous drainage. But it also has an ionizer which many other don't have. That 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. The unit isn't the lightest or most compact we've tested, but then we wouldn't expect that from a machine this powerful. However, built-in wheels, a retractable carry handle, and cable tidy make it easier to move around the house and store neatly away when it's not in use. Desiccant dehumidifiers use an adsorbent material to extract water from the air, in a similar way to a sponge. The desiccant is regenerated by an internal heater, and the moisture drips into the water condenser. As they're not reliant on the temperature in the room being warm, desiccant dehumidifiers work more effectively than refrigerant dehumidifiers in colder temperatures of 15°C or less.

If you’ve ever had reason to ask yourself ‘what is the best dehumidifier?’ it was probably with a sense of desperation over mould in your bathroom that just won’t shift, or window condensation forever puddling on the sills. Humidity can be a real problem. A dehumidifier is your best defence. However, it's not perfect. A powerful extraction rate of 20L, plus that Laundry boost mode, means higher running costs. This dehumidifier guzzles 440W of energy compared to the 20L MeacoDry Arete One's 216W. What the Pro Breeze 20L Premium does offer is a more generous water tank of 5.5L compared to the 20L MeacoDry Arete One's 4.8L, although in practice we didn't find ourselves emptying the MeacoDry that much more frequently. Some other things which should enter into your decision are whether a dehumidifier has an adjustable humidistat to let you choose the target humidity for the area, a digital display, a multi-speed fan and an automatic shutoff (when the collection tank is full). Read on to avoid overspending, or ending up with a dehumidifier that's not suited to your needs. Whether you're on a budget or want to spend more, we'll help you to find the most appropriate model to help fight condensation, damp and mould.A compressor dehumidifier is almost like a mini-fridge that cools the air and converts it into water that you can pour away,” says Ryan Kandola, a dehumidifier expert from Aircon Centre, “whereas desiccants take the air and run it over a rotating flywheel which absorbs the moisture, before heating it so the wheel doesn’t get saturated.” How do you know when you need a dehumidifier? The icing on the cake for the Netta 12L is the continuous drain hose. If you can’t be bothered to empty the water tank, you can plumb it into a drain using the attached hose! You will never have to empty it again and it will save you a lot of hassle. This is great when drying clothes as you can simply leave it to run and do the work while you relax. Comparison Having an anti-bacterial filter, this simple desiccant dehumidifier would be a great choice if you or someone in your household suffers from allergies as it also helps to purify the air. Coming complete with anti-tilt protection and an easy-to-remove water tank with a lid and handle, you won’t have to worry about spilling excess water when you buy this model. On the other hand, the two-litre water tank may need emptying often if you have very high humidity levels. A humidifier is useful when you are congested because of a cold, or have dry skin or chapped lips, but a dehumidifier comes in handy when dealing with allergies and asthma, which can be triggered by contaminants during hay fever season and too much moisture in the air. 3. Limits Condensation

If your dehumidifier will be permanently left in a single spot, a drain hose (or at least a connector) is desirable so you don’t have to manually empty the machine’s tank every day. Higher-end units will also have options like directional louvres, pumps to assist in evacuating water from the machine, and automatic defrost (for refrigerant dehumidifiers). Conclusion It’s easy to use and has an impressive 18 litre extraction capacity. When it's not drying clothes, it's about as loud as a refrigerator. On the clothes setting, it is slightly noisier, but many people still say it's very quiet. The only downside with this one is the placement of the digital control panel. You'll notice others on our list have their displays on the top. There's a reason for this...At 53cm by 40.5cm by 29cm, this Ariston model is about as big as a carry-on suitcase. And it has wheels so you can move it around your home easily. Without only a couple of hours of switching it on, you should notice a real difference with condensation and the air inside your home will smell fresher. This dehumidifier is designed for managing fairly low moisture levels in small rooms up to 15m² or 2200 cubic feet, so it isn't going to cope with major damp issues or be able to control humidity within an entire house like larger capacity dehumidifiers. That said, the ProBreeze 1500ml Mini dehumidifier still impressed us during testing, and as long as you don't expect too much of it, this mini dehumidifier has a lot of plus points, not least its affordability. This dehumidifier is ideal for removing moisture from homes, especially from bathrooms and basements where damp and mould is the most prevalent. User-friendly

Dehumidifiers are much cheaper than tumble dryers and lower humidity levels to reduce the moisture in the air .

12L Dehumidifier

Using only 219 Watts of electricity per hour (at an estimated cost of 7p per hour, based on the current average rate of 34p per kWh), the Meaco 20L offers the lowest energy consumption of any dehumidifier in its class. This model is designed for larger homes or small business premises.

Dehumidifier manufacturers have started to update their older models or create new ones using refrigerant gases with less of a global warming impact, such as R290. If you buy an older second-hand model, it may use a HFC (hydrofluorocarbon) refrigerant that can be a potent greenhouse gas if leaked. Our trials showed that moisture absorbers won’t do much to reduce damp in a room that’s routinely used for drying laundry. So moisture absorbers can help with small day-to-day damp issues, but shouldn’t be relied upon for any serious damp-busting. Excess moisture in the air can lead to a host of problems, including mould growth, musty odours, and damage to furniture and fabrics. Dehumidifiers are a great solution to combat these issues, but not all dehumidifiers are created equal. For those with larger rooms, it's important to choose a dehumidifier that can handle the job. Fortunately, there are many high-quality dehumidifiers on the market that are specifically designed for large rooms. These products are effective at removing excess moisture from the air, helping to improve air quality and prevent problems associated with high humidity. This dehumififier is fitted with an easy to remove water tank and comes included with an overflow pipe, allowing for continuous drainage.

20L Dehumidifier

The best desiccant dehumidifier in our selection is the EcoAir DD122. It has a seven litre per day water removal capacity, making it a good size for small homes. Dehumidifiers can use a lot of energy, especially if used inefficiently. The electricity required to power a dehumidifier can be generated from a mixture of burning fossil fuels, renewables, gas and nuclear. But as this is mixed up in the grid, you can’t guarantee it’s coming from a renewable energy source. There are three basic types of dehumidifiers you can buy. They are categorised below by the way they operate. a. Refrigerant Dehumidifiers With advice from air conditioning experts Ryan Kandola and Chris Wood, we have selected the best dehumidifiers on the market for energy efficiency, drying power, value for money and, where possible, quiet running. “Remember, size isn’t everything,” Ryan says. “Look at the area you’re dealing with and choose the right size of unit. You’ll be surprised at just how powerful some of the small dehumidifiers are.” High demand 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.