Due to the compressor getting going at first, we did find it a little loud, but after a while, it just faded to a low hum, making it perfect for running in the background while you’re watching TV. If you’re pulling out 15 to 20 litres per day, the dehumidifier needs to have a tank with the capacity to handle it or you will be emptying it out every few hours. It also has a special laundry mode, so, if you’re drying your clothes indoors all winter and don’t want to use the tumble dryer, it’s the perfect solution.

Just like the larger model, the 10L has a laundry mode to dry your washing, and can double as an air purifier with the bundled HEPA filter inserted – although we found it a little less effective in our air-purifying tests than most dedicated models.Depending on the size and energy efficiency of the model, they don’t cost much to run, even if you have them on for an extended period of time. They won’t always have extra features such as wheels, variable humidity levels or a laundry mode, but that may be enough for a small space or to treat a mild damp problem.

It also comes in a choice of three colours – blue, pink and black – so, whatever your decor, it should blend in effortlessly.Dehumidifiers are the best way to reduce humidity in your home and many are cost effective and energy efficient. Your clothes should dry quicker, too, making this a more eco-conscious alternative to slinging them into a tumble dryer. While desiccant dehumidifiers remove excess water vapour from the air by absorbing it into chemicals, such as silica gel. Battery run time: 20 minutes | Battery charge time: 120 minutes | Tank capacity: 100ml | Dimensions: 13 x 28 x 35.

Laura is also a freelance journalist and has written articles for publications including the Daily Mirror, the i, Metro, Stylist and Happiful magazine. We also found this a great option to place by windows, as it sucked up all the condensation that usually appeared by morning. Solid, compact and not bad looking, the Honeywell 24L Portable Dehumidifier is designed for medium to large-sized homes with three to five bedrooms.It will dry out your rooms, fight back against the damp and protect your walls and precious things from being affected.