You’ll need to switch the dehumidifier off and remove the filter, before cleaning it according to the model’s information manual. One thing we really love is the inclusion of a timer, so, when it’s running in the bedroom, it can be timed to switch off just before bedtime and then start back up again in the morning. If you don’t want to deal with emptying the bucket, you can use the dehumidifier by itself and connect a drain hose (included) or a garden hose to the pump inlet connector on the side of the unit (the hose must empty to a sink or a drain). They aren't quiet, even the low setting is a little loud for my taste when standing next to the unit. It works by encouraging air to circulate and flow through a tablet similar in design to a dishwasher tablet.

It can’t get rid of mould or its cause, whether that be too much condensation, a leak, or some other issue, but it’s a good tool to have in your armoury to keep mould at bay. What’s more, its design makes it very easy to empty, and the smart controls are also very handy when you want to monitor it from afar. In late August, the remnants of hurricane Ida ripped through our town, flooding businesses, dragging away cars, and causing millions of dollars in damages. It can take 10l of moisture out of the air each day, but one thing that is a little disappointing is that there’s only a 2.Whether you’re looking to dry out a damp basement or you simply want to maintain a comfortable humidity level in your home, the Midea Cube Smart Wi-Fi Dehumidifier is a solid choice.

Push the button in the center of it to extend the support arms and stack the unit, then pinch the arms back in to nest it.Following the in-app instructions, I plugged in the dehumidifier, tapped Next, and pressed the Power button for three seconds until the display read AP. For example, you can set the dehumidifier to run continuously on High, or you can have it run until the humidity level drops to a certain level. Really the only suggestion I could make as an improvement would be to add caster wheels to the bottom and perhaps a retractable power cord like some vacuums have. The day after the storm, we set up the Midea 20 pint cube dehumidifier in his basement and let it run pretty much continuously for the next few days.