GE ADHL35LA  Dehumidifier Review

Reviewed Jul 03, 2024 at 12:07pm
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
GE ADHL35LA
7.4
Basement 
7.3
Bathroom 
7.4
Large Room 
6.5
Bedroom 
7.2
Capacity 
6.1
Noise 
6.1
Temperature Stability 
 0

The GE ADHL35LA is a 35-pint dehumidifier intended for use in medium-sized rooms. It has an Energy Star rating of 1.8L/kWh, a 1.1 gal (4.0 L) water tank, and, most notably, a Smart Dry function, which allows it to automatically change its fan speed setting depending on ambient humidity.

Our Verdict

7.4
Basement 

The GE ADHL35LA is a decent option for basement use. Its capacity is sufficient for medium-sized dens, but it might struggle a little bit with especially large, open-concept basements. While its water tank is somewhat small for a unit with this kind of capacity, it does thankfully offer the option of continuous drainage, so you can have it pour out any accumulated moisture into a floor drain or any other container. Unfortunately, it lacks a drain pump to pour accumulated moisture into faraway or elevated containers.

Pros
  • Impressive energy efficiency.
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
  • No drain pump.
7.3
Bathroom 

The GE ADHL35LA is a satisfactory option for bathrooms. It's reasonably compact for a 35-pint device, so it can fit into moderately sized bathrooms without too much effort. It also offers sufficient capacity for most bathrooms. If you connect it to a hose, you can drain it continuously, though there's no built-in pump to drain it into a tub or elevated sink.

Pros
  • Impressive energy efficiency.
  • Somewhat compact.
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
  • Emits a relatively high amount of heat.
  • A little noisy while running.
  • No drain pump.
7.4
Large Room 

The GE ADHL35LA is a decent choice for large rooms. Compared to some alternatives, it doesn't offer the highest max airflow and might struggle a little bit with circulating the air in especially open spaces, though it's fine for smaller rooms. It's impressively energy-efficient, which is good if you need to leave it running for extended periods.

Pros
  • Impressive energy efficiency.
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
  • A little noisy while running.
6.5
Bedroom 

The GE ADHL35LA is alright for use in bedrooms. While it isn't the smallest machine on the market, it'll certainly be easier to fit in most bedrooms than many bigger 50-pint units. Its dehumidification capacity is enough to handle moisture in all but the largest rooms. Unfortunately, it is on the noisier side, which isn't ideal for light sleepers, and it emits a fair amount of heat, which could make some smaller rooms feel a little stuffy.

Pros
  • Impressive energy efficiency.
  • Somewhat compact.
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
  • Emits a relatively high amount of heat.
  • A little noisy while running.
7.2
Capacity 

The GE ADHL35LA has a decent dehumidification capacity. It's a good option for medium-sized rooms, but could struggle in especially large, open-concept spaces.

Pros
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
None
6.1
Noise 

ThE GE ADHL35LA makes a fair amount of noise. If you set it to its highest fan speed, it can make things like quiet dialogue on TV difficult to hear.

Pros
None
Cons
  • A little noisy while running.
6.1
Temperature Stability 

The GE ADHL35LA emits a fair amount of heat. If you leave it to run for an hour or two, it won't have too much of an impact on the ambient temperature of a larger room, but smaller rooms will start to feel somewhat stuffy.

Pros
None
Cons
  • Emits a relatively high amount of heat.
  • 7.4
    Basement
  • 7.3
    Bathroom
  • 7.4
    Large Room
  • 6.5
    Bedroom

  • Performance Usages

  • 7.2
    Capacity
  • 6.1
    Noise
  • 6.1
    Temperature Stability
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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

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    The GE ADHL35LA is a 35-pint dehumidifier. Compared to most of its peers, it's a pretty solid option, with good-for-its-class dehumidification capacity, a wide airflow range, and impressive overall energy efficiency. It's also a little on the noisier side and emits a fair amount of heat.

    Test Results

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    Design
    7.6
    Size
    Height
    20.5" (52.1 cm)
    Width
    13.5" (34.4 cm)
    Depth
    10.0" (25.3 cm)
    Body
    Material
    Plastic
    Weight
    33.7 lbs (15.3 kg)
    Caster Wheels
    Yes
    Power Cord Length6.0 ft (182 cm)
    Display And Control
    Button Location
    Top
    DisplayYes
    Display LocationTop
    7.2
    Drainage
    Water Tank
    Yes
    Water Tank Capacity
    1.1 gal (4.0 L)
    Continuous Drainage
    Yes
    Drain Pump
    No
    Additional Features
    Auto-Off
    Yes
    Defrost Function
    Yes
    Humidistat
    Yes
    App
    No
    Performance
    7.2
    Capacity
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    Type
    Refrigerant
    AHAM Rated Capacity
    35.0 PPD (16.6 LPD)
    Tested Dehumidification Capacity
    21.0 PPD (9.9 LPD)
    8.3
    Dehumidification Efficiency
    Energy Star Rating
    1.8L/kWh
    Measured Wattage
    418 W
    Tested Efficiency
    1.0L/kWh
    6.1
    Noise
    Noise @ Highest Fan Speed
    56.0 dBA
    Noise @ Lowest Fan Speed
    51.2 dBA
    7.5
    Airflow
    Airflow @ Highest Fan Speed
    152 CFM
    Airflow @ Lowest Fan Speed
    116 CFM

    This dehumidifier has good airflow performance. Its fan speed settings produce a pretty broad spread of airflow, giving you a bit of added flexibility in choosing a setting that works best for the room you want to have it dehumidify. That said, airflow in its highest fan speed setting might not be enough to generate a lot of air movement in especially large, open-concept rooms.

    6.1
    Temperature Stability
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    Temperature Increase
    2.3 °F (1.3 °C)
    Airflow Temperature
    96 °F (36 °C)