If you're tired of rooms in your home feeling clammy and damp, it might be worth investing in a portable dehumidifier. While these devices are only a partial band-aid solution for more serious water infiltration problems, most models on the market can still offer some relief. Of course, they can also be an asset if you live in an especially humid climate.
We've tested 20 dehumidifiers, and below are our recommendations for the best dehumidifiers we've tested based on their performance, price, and feature sets. Also, check out our recommendations for the top dehumidifiers for basements, the best small dehumidifiers, and the top dehumidifiers for bedrooms. Or if you're concerned about your home's air quality, check out our recommendations for the best air purifiers.
Quick Look
If you don't know where to start, deciding between dehumidifiers can put a damper on your day. Luckily, we've streamlined the process, buying and testing 20 dehumidifiers from major retailers; no cherry-picked models. Our lab team then measures airflow, capacity, and more to ensure you have the data you need to make a buying decision. If you're still between models, you can compare them directly, side by side.
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Best Dehumidifier
Basement8.5Bathroom7.5Large Room7.9Bedroom6.3Noise6.2Capacity8.5Drain PumpYesSee all our test resultsAppYesThe best dehumidifier we've tested is the Midea MAD50PS1WS. This 50-pint humidifier is great for open-concept areas and large rooms. Its big 1.6-gal (6.0 L) tank doesn't need to be emptied very often, but if you want to run it for longer periods, its built-in pump and hose allow it to drain into a sink or bathtub. While it's noisy enough to be noticeable, it's not the loudest dehumidifier you'll find, and its Wi-Fi connectivity means you can run it when you're out of the house.
Its highest fan setting is fast, which is important for encouraging air movement in larger rooms. That said, its lowest fan speed may not be slow enough to cool the evaporator coils, which could hurt its performance in cool or humid areas. It also generates quite a bit of heat, so it may not be ideal in more cramped spaces like smaller bedrooms if heat is a concern. Finally, if you want a more compact dehumidifier, the Midea MAD50PS1QWT is a good option with a similar performance, but it's not easy to find available.
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Best Mid-Range Dehumidifier
Basement7.6Bathroom6.7Large Room7.4Bedroom7.0Noise6.6Capacity7.2Drain PumpNoSee all our test resultsAppYesIf you want something a little more affordable, the Midea MAD35S1QWT is among the best dehumidifiers for homes we've tested at the mid-range price point. It has a smaller 35-pint capacity than the Midea MAD50PS1WS, so it isn't quite as efficient for use in large rooms. However, it has its fair share of advantages, including its unique collapsible design, in which the compressor unit and water bucket are separate components. You can set it up normally with the compressor sitting atop its 4.2-gal bucket, detach the compressor entirely and have it drain into a sink, or connect a hose (to the drain port) to pour out accumulated moisture into a sink or tub; just know there's no built-in drain pump for drainage into an elevated container.
Unfortunately, its compressor unit is rather heavy, so it'll require some muscle to take it out of its water bucket. Its fan also provides less airflow compared to the Midea, reaching 189 CFM at its highest fan speed setting and 155 CFM at its lowest, so it can't adapt as seamlessly to different ambient humidity conditions. This model is sometimes unavailable from major online marketplaces, but if you don't see it elsewhere, Home Depot reliably has it in stock.
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Best Budget Dehumidifier
Basement6.9Bathroom7.3Large Room7.0Bedroom7.7Noise7.9Capacity6.1Drain PumpNoSee all our test resultsAppNoIf you're on an even more limited budget, check out the Waykar PD160B. This model has a pretty modest 8.5-pint capacity, meaning it's best for small and medium-sized rooms. That said, it also has a more compact design to match, so it's easier to find a space for it in smaller rooms, and it generates very little heat or noise, so you can place it near your bed without disturbing your sleep. You can set your desired humidity level and let the unit automatically adjust its fan speed, reducing the need to constantly fiddle with the settings.
Unfortunately, it can be a bit of a bear to interact with due to its dim display with poor viewing angles, making it almost impossible to see unless you're looking straight at it from above. This model doesn't have a built-in pump to drain the water into an elevated receptacle; instead, it has a hose for continuous drainage.
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Best Compact Dehumidifier
Basement3.6Bathroom5.8Large Room4.5Bedroom7.1Noise8.0Capacity2.5Drain PumpNoSee all our test resultsAppNoIf you only need a dehumidifier to deal with a small space like a closet or crawl space, consider the ProBreeze PB-03. Given its compact stature, it isn't a replacement for a full-size machine and will struggle to clear away moisture in even modestly sized rooms. However, it weighs only 2.1 lbs, so it's very light versus the hefty 42.3-lb Midea MAD50PS1WS, and takes up less than 10% of the same space, so you can easily keep it on a dresser or shelf in a closet and leave it to run. It also operates very quietly and emits very little heat.
The ProBreeze has a very small 0.4-gal (1.5 L) water tank, but since its dehumidification rate is so low, it takes quite a while to fill up. It draws only 37W of power, but its poor capacity means it isn't an energy-efficient option. If you're having trouble finding this model, check out Home Depot's website.
Notable Mentions
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GE APYR50LC:
The GE APYR50LC is a 50-pint dehumidifier with a drain pump. It performs quite similarly to the Midea MAD35S1QWT and takes up slightly less space, but the Frigidaire has a higher-capacity water tank, makes less noise, and emits marginally less heat.
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Whirlpool WHAD50PCW:
The Whirlpool WHAD50PCW is a full-size 50-pint dehumidifier that performs similarly to the Frigidaire FFAP5034W1 and features a slightly larger water tank. However, it makes a little more noise.
See our review
Recent Updates
Nov 17, 2025:
We've replaced the Frigidaire FFAP5034W1 with the Midea MAD50PS1WS as our top pick, since the Frigidaire isn't available.
Jun 16, 2025:
We've verified our recommendations represent the best choices and are available.
Apr 17, 2025:
We've made minor updates to the text and checked that the products are in stock, but there hasn't been a change to our recommendations.
Mar 14, 2025:
We've made edits for clarity and verified that our recommendations are available and represent the best choices.
Feb 06, 2025:
Minor in-text adjustments to better convey product details.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are some of the best portable dehumidifiers for most people. We factor in the price, feedback from our visitors, and availability.
That said, there is no single best dehumidifier for home use that will suit everybody; your needs will depend on your budget, the size of your living space, your tolerance for operating noise, and whether you like having a device with convenience features like Wi-Fi connectivity or a drain pump. If you'd like to choose for yourself, here's the list of all our dehumidifier reviews.