20L/Day Inventor Dehumidifier EVA ION PRO with Digital Humidity Display,"Which?" Best Buy, Wi-Fi, Sleep Mode, Continuous Drainage, Laundry Drying and 24 Hour Timer (WEE/MM0449AA)

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Every manufacturer is legally obliged to contain safety tips and correct operational information in these manuals, which is why we advise you not to skip any details. However, it’s worth looking out for newer and more energy-efficient designs. For example, Meaco’s MeacoDry Arete One 20L costs around 6p per hour to run, based on an electricity rate of 28.3p per kWh, while some models will cost significantly more at the same rate. Use your dehumidifier daily for a couple of hours and the difference soon mounts up. Like all refrigerant dehumidifiers, it works best at room temperature or above. This makes it suitable for bedrooms and bathrooms, but its poor performance at lower temperatures makes it unsuitable for garages or conservatories. If you’ve bought a second-hand dehumidifier, read our guide to your rights when buying second-hand goods. How do I dispose of a dehumidifier?

Given that it is capable of removing 500 ml of moisture in a given day, that means its 1,500 ml capacity will last three days before needing to be drained. We're impressed that it can extract up to 12 litres per day, especially considering the low price. However, considering thetwo litre tank, we wouldn't recommend this for large houses. For small houses, student accommodation or flats it's an excellent choice.

The Inventor EVA-II PRO 20L per Day Dehumidifier has a 50% increase in tank size (to 3 litres), meaning you can expect to get 3 hours and 36 minutes before you need to drain your tank. This tank is ideal for large spaces, and it also features a control that allows you to set your humidity level anywhere from 35% to 85%.

A dehumidifier will not get rid of mould that's already inside your property. It can, however, prevent it from returning after treatment. Which one you need depends on the size of the space you want to use it in, how many people are living in the home generating moisture through activities such as cooking, washing and doing laundry, and the extent of your damp problem. The EcoAir Summit S is a refrigerant dehumidifier with excellent water extraction at room temperature or above. It has a maximum extraction rate of 12 litres per day and two fan settings depending on your requirements. Unfortunately, 24% had to stop using their dehumidifier once it had a fault and disposed of it. Head to our dehumidifier guide to find out how to dispose of one. How we calculate the best and worst dehumidifier brandsExtraction amount: It is essential to consider the maximum amount of moisture your dehumidifier can extract daily. It can range from anywhere from 500ml to upwards of 30 litres. Small units are fine for occasional use or a small area, such as a cupboard or study. Around 12 litres is suitable for a small flat, medium-sized room or a mild damp problem. Up to 16 litres is best for a larger room or one used regularly for washing or cooking, and units with a capacity of up to 20/30 litres can be used to dehumidify whole 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. Other features include a control panel to adjust your desired humidity (35%-85%), a continuous dehumidificationmode and "silent" mode for night use. The Inventor also has a 24 hour timer and an optional continuous drainage output. It consumes 200W when on the continuous mode and has an auto-restart function. Mumsnet has been helping parents make their lives easier since 2000 and, in those years, we’ve seen, tried and reviewed thousands of products.

Moreover, dehumidifiers can prevent humid air from damaging your wooden furniture and interior, since dry air tends to loosen joints in a wooden floor; doors can fluctuate in size, potentially making them difficult to open and close; and chairs can start to feel the impact of humid air, causing them to wobble. Dehumidifiers do not kill mould, but they help make it inert and stop it from spreading (the spores love humid air!). You need a dehumidifier to treat the underlying cause and a good mould killer to eliminate it completely. Here’s our guide to the best mould removers so you can clean it off any surface and stop it from regrowing. How do dehumidifiers work? The size of the dehumidifier, your source of power, and the intensity applied in dehumidifying the air are the major efficiency determinants. However, energy efficiency cannot be determined from these factors alone. Silent Dehumidification】This dehumidifier for home employs silent compressor technology, producing a working sound lower than 41dB, quieter than a library in your room. Activate night mode for a tranquil, undisturbed night's rest We like the control panel of the Summit S. The "On" button has three colours depending on the humidity, so you can see the current level at a glance. There's also a timer and active humidity display on the control panel.Continuous-drain facility Many dehumidifiers allow you to connect a hose and flush the collected water away to a low-level drain. This will save you having to empty the water tank, or prevent the machine from getting full and switching off if you're not around to empty it. Note that dehumidifiers with this function often don’t come with a hose in the box, so you’ll probably have to buy it separately.