Igenix IG9851 Dehumidifier, Removes 50 Litres Moisture a Day, for Damp, Mould, Moisture in Home, Kitchen, Bedroom, Caravan, Office, Garage or Bathroom, White

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Unlike a compressor dehumidifier that passes air over a cold coil to condense the water from it, a desiccant dehumidifier uses a 'desiccant chemical' to absorb the moisture from the air. As a result, desiccant dehumidifiers are the best option for rooms that are likely to fall below 15°c, as at lower temperatures compressor and Peltier models can struggle to work efficiently.

The MeacoDry Arete One dehumidifiers are some of the best dehumidifiers we've tested. They're quiet, easy to use, work superbly and are very energy-efficient compared to other compressor models. Plus, all offer a built-in air purification function to improve air quality within the home in more ways than one. Dual Voltage 230V & 110V | Operating Humidity Range 30-80% |Extraction Rate 50 (L/24hr) |Built-in pump Even so, it does a brilliant job of removing moisture from the air. While it's unlikely to get near 20 litres per day, it pulls large amounts of water from the air - especially at room temperature or higher. It also has a four litre water tank, so you won't need to empty it as often as other models (although this is smaller than the 6 litre Meaco Low Energy 20L). Rather than being a compressor or a desiccant, the ProBreeze instead uses peltier technology, similar to that used in some mini fridges, to cool water vapour into water. It’s much quieter than the other methods.Most dehumidifiers have their noise levels listed in their specifications, although in practice we didn't find that much variation between models, with most falling somewhere between 35 and 45dB. The best dehumidifiers you can buy in 2023 1. De’Longhi Tascuigo AriaDry Multi 16L: The best dehumidifier for small to mid-sized homes However, these smaller and cheaper dehumidifiers can still be good for keeping on top of low levels of excess moisture within the home. The Igenix IG9851 is suitable for large spaces sized up to 115m 2. This IG9851 model features 2 dehumidifying modes, 2 fan speeds and can either be used with either continuous drainage or auto shut off when the 6-litre tank is full. The rolling castors make it easy to manoeuvre the Igenix IG9851, along with a built-in carry handle. It reduces humidity in the air and is suitable for use in large size spaces. The Igenix IG9851 dehumidifier has a 6-litre maximum capacity removable water tank which will continuously fill when in operation and removes up to 50 litres of moisture per day.

The downside is that this dehumidifier has a far lower extraction rate than most, extracting just 0.3 litres of water from the air per day. For comparison, the best in class Meaco Arete One dehumidifier can extract between 10 and 25 litres of water from the air per day depending which model you opt for. Water tank capacity is also reduced, with the Silentnight model only able to hold 0.6L of water. That means you'll be emptying the tank frequently.

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Wheels/castors These could come in useful if your dehumidifier is heavy – they can weigh from 6kg to more than 16kg. It works by extracting water from process air. They are actually two types of air dehumidifiers. These are Condensate and Desiccant Dehumidifiers. Condensate dehumidifiers collect water by utilising a refrigeration system and use it to condensate water and convert it into vapour. Dehumidifier manufacturers have started to update their older models or create new ones using refrigerant gases with less of a global warming impact, such as R290. If you buy an older second-hand model, it may use a HFC (hydrofluorocarbon) refrigerant that can be a potent greenhouse gas if leaked. Performance: If you’re looking for a small dehumidifier, then the Russell Hobbs RHDH1061G is about as compact as it gets, measuring just H22 x W14 x D14cm and weighing in at 0.9kg. However, despite it being small, it still feels robust and well made.Noise levels This dehumidifier uses a Peltier condenser that means there's no noisy compressor to disturb you, however, that doesn't make the ProBreeze 1500ml Mini dehumidifier totally silent, there's still the noise of the fan to adjust to. I left it running in my bedroom overnight, and although the 40dBA noise is noticable and initially bothered me, I soon zoned it out. Plus, there’s no varying fan speed which means its white noise is easier to ignore.