Best Budget Dehumidifiers
Smaller is better when money is tight
When you are on a tight budget or you have simple needs, you do not want to bother with all the bells and whistles. You may want to know exactly how you can find the features you want and not pay for anything extraneous.
Still, there are important considerations to keep in mind as you look for the best budget dehumidifier for you and your family. These might include:
- A dehumidifier unit that is sized appropriately for your room or whole home.
- A warranty that will help to ensure that you get what you pay for.
- One that is made by a reliable brand name.
You are not really saving money if you buy a unit that is not going to last.
Many people on a budget will be looking to buy a used dehumidifier. This may be a good idea for several reasons:
- You may be able to get a very good deal from someone who is moving or who has upgraded to a larger dehumidifier.
- You may find that an older unit is actually more durable than one that is fresh off the dehumidifier assembly line.
The best way to save money on a dehumidifier is to buy one that is smaller. Cutting corners on quality of workmanship or on brand reliability are more ill advised.
If you are looking for some of the more reliable, lower cost dehumidifiers on the market, here are some worthwhile choices:
The Whirlpool AD25BBK Dehumidifier is actually one of the highest rated products in the Whirlpool line. This retails for as low as $119 and it’s quite well liked for its efficiency, ease of use and relatively quiet operation. It has a small bucket capacity (25 pints). You save money, and there is only a bit more labor involved than there would be for some more expensive units.
The DeLonghi 30 pint Low Temperature Dehumidifier (# DDH30) is perfect for basements and can operate down to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. It covers an area of about 500 square feet with the windows and doors shut. Its features include:
- Mechanical control and auto restart function and humidity control dial
- Adjustable humidistat and anti-frost sensor
- Omni-directional caster wheels
- Indicator for when the water tank is full
- Two fan speeds
- Venting on the front, so you can place it on a wall
This unit costs about $180 and has a one year warranty.
The White Kenmore 35 Pint Dehumidifier (# 54351) is a Sears product that lists for about $160. It comes with extended warranty and service package is available for 3 years up to 5 years, and it also features:
- Humidistat
- Small, removable water bucket
- Automatic defrost and washable air filter
- Energy Star rating
