Overview
- Experts tell The Independent that dehumidifiers remove excess moisture to cut mould risk, improve indoor air quality and speed up clothes drying.
- Technical advice highlights desiccant models for colder rooms below about 10°C, with compressor units performing better in warmer spaces, according to Meaco guidance.
- A five‑year user review of the Meaco DD8L reports condensation reduced by at least half in the room used, faster laundry drying and typical running costs quoted at about 8p per hour on the lowest setting.
- Martin Lewis advises drying clothes with a dehumidifier to save on bills, estimating roughly 7p per hour for a 200W unit versus 53p to £1 per hour for many tumble dryers.
- Retailers roll out pre‑winter deals, including SmartAir’s 20L Dry Zone unit discounted to about £129.60 with an estimated 11p‑per‑hour running cost, while The Independent rates Duux’s 30L model highly with a tested price‑per‑hour up to 8p.