Challenge 10 Litre Dehumidifier

Product Information

Type: Thermo-electric peltier dehumidifier | Extraction amount: 500ml | Tank capacity: 1500ml | Dimensions: H30 x W21.8 x D6.3cm | Weight: 1.85kg | Power: 40W | Cost per hour: 1p | Noise level: 33dB | Max room size: 150sq/ft | Laundry mode: No | Warranty: 1 year What we like There are a few key things you need to consider when shopping for a dehumidifier, and various features you need to weigh up the importance of in terms of quality. Here are the sort of things you should be looking at when considering the best dehumidifier for your needs: If the brand you buy is important to you, our best advice is to spend some time writing up your own list of ideal brands. That way when you come to the point where you’re comparing product options you can filter to only show the products from brands in your list.

Before you buy a dehumidifier, it is important to calculate what tank size will be right for your home. Tank sizes range from between 0.5 litres and 20 litres and this is the amount of water the dehumidifier will hold.Desiccant dehumidifiers extract water using an absorbent material to draw moisture from the air. Then an internal heater warms it so the moisture condenses and drips into the tank below. The advantages of this type of dehumidifier are that they tend to be larger, more energy efficient and much more widely available. The problem is that they don’t work well in lower temperatures as the coils need to be colder than the room, or they start to freeze. Once that happens, a compressor dehumidifier focuses on de-frosting itself over reducing humidity, so they aren’t a great option for garages or cellars. They also tend to be much noisier, and depending on your noise-level preference, this can irritate people. Should you leave a dehumidifier on all the time?

Because we understand how important the views of real people are, we always seek recommendations from the Mumsnet forums to ensure the information we give you is based on unbiased, trusted opinions from those who have bought the products themselves. Expert opinions If you don’t want a big, noisy device taking up space in your home, the Pro Breeze Dehumidifier is the compact, low-cost and energy-efficient answer to your prayers. With a noise level of 34dB, it is whisper-quiet, so you’ll be happy to take it everywhere, including your office, with no loud compressor to deal with - a boon for those of us working from home.

Where is the best place to put a dehumidifier in a house?

Desiccant dehumidifiers are more effective to use in colder temperatures so these tend to be effective in the winter months. They work differently from the other ones because they use absorbent material to draw moisture out of the air and into the tank. The material is heated so it drips into the tank. These dehumidifiers tend to use more electricity because they have a heated element to work. Tank Capacity The whole thing can be controlled via your smartphone, but some reviewers say they found the app complicated and difficult to navigate.

Type: Air ioniser | Extraction amount: 20 litres | Tank capacity: 3 litres | Dimensions: D24.5 x W35 x H51cm | Weight: ‎15.6 kg | Power: 260W | Noise level: 37dB | Max room size: 70m²| Laundry mode: No | Warranty: 2 years What we like Easily manoeuvre the Logik dehumidifier around the house thanks to it’s small and compact design. Maintenance for this dehumidifier is simple with the removable water tank and cleanable filters to keep this appliance running smoothly. Intelligent dehumidification allows for automatic adjustments of the humidity while continuous dehumidification provides immediate results. There are three fan speeds, a timer function and automatic restart allowing the unit to turn on automatically in the event of a power loss. Humidity levels: Relative humidity (RH) should sit between 30 to 60%, and most models have a built-in humidistat to keep the room at your chosen level. Devices with an auto-setting monitor adjust the moisture levels in the room, which can save on electricity.Type: Compressor Dehumidifier | Extraction amount: 10L| Tank capacity: 1.8L | Dimensions: H57.5 x W34.5 x D23.6cm | Weight: 9.6kg | Power: 280W | Cost per hour: 9p | Noise level: 47dB | Max room size: 25m²| Laundry mode: No | Warranty: 1 year What we like They are brilliant, we have one running every night, makes a huge difference, we brought ours based on the number of bedrooms in our house. Saves wiping down windows in the mornings. Drying of washing when you can’t hang it outside at this time of year, Well worth the money, ours is full every morning."(Vetted by Mumsnet user Roselilly36) Our verdict Water tank capacity: This is how much water the unit can hold, ranging from around 250ml to six litres. The smaller the dehumidifier, the more regularly you’ll have to empty the tank, though some larger models have a continuous drainage option through a hose. From older, draughty houses to unheated, low-traffic spaces like a garage or basement, experts recommend a desiccant dehumidifier, like the EcoAir DD1 Simple, as the most effective type in colder temperatures (far more than its compressor counterparts). What’s more, Mumsnetters love this model for its compact, slimline design with a portable carry handle and its ability to quietly extract up to seven litres of water daily (so you won’t be disturbed whilst sleeping or working from home!). We’ve got a Meaco Arête One dehumidifier. It’s quiet enough to run overnight in the bedroom." (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user Catmummyof2 ) Our verdict

Extraction 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. With the cost of living going up, we know that dehumidifiers can be expensive, so we’ve included this mid-budget option from Argos’ Challenge range. Effective, energy efficient and reasonably priced (comparatively), their 12L dehumidifier is reportedly a little noisier than other models, but Mumsnet users and previous customers agree that it does the job! If you have a serious damp or condensation problem, it’s worth buying a model with a bigger tank so that it keeps working all night. How to choose the best dehumidifier for your home Next up is material. Read through the product description for Challenge 10 Litre Dehumidifier to get an understanding of the materials the product is made from. Some materials will obviously be known for delivering better quality item than others. You might also have decided that you’ll only accept a product made from a particular material.Price is another really important factor for analysing the quality of Challenge 12 Litre Dehumidifier vs other products in the Dehumidifiers category. It’s obvious, but you will need to set your expectations of quality based on your budget and the price of the product you’re looking at, against the price of alternatives.