The 4 Best Dehumidifiers For Bedrooms

The hOmeLabs 30-Pint Energy Star Dehumidifier is a top pick that can remove up to 30 pints (or 4 gallons) of moisture while keeping energy costs low. According to the manufacturer, this works for rooms up to 1,000 square feet. However, if you’re facing sky-high humidity, it’s better suited for slightly smaller rooms. With its built-in wheels and quiet fan, you can move it wherever you want and not worry about it distracting you when watching TV, reading a book, or sleeping. This dehumidifier also features a 24-hour cycle, auto shutoff when the tank is full, and multiple settings including humidity level to suit your needs. There's also a washable filter. It also comes in three larger sizes suitable for rooms up to 4,000 square feet.

What fans say: “It doesn't get in the way of sleeping or listening to TV, talk on the phone or to other people. I think it is very quiet for a dehumidifier that is as large and powerful as this one.”

• Available in: 30 pint, 50 pint, 70 pint

For larger rooms, including those with a master bath, the Frigidaire 50-Pint Dehumidifier is a good option. This unit features humidity control so you can choose your ideal humidity, and it’ll operate to maintain it throughout the night. There’s also the option to set a 24-hour cycle and timers for full control of your room’s humidity. This dehumidifier has a noise level ranked at 51 dB, which is as quiet as a refrigerator, making it easy to sleep and continue your daily activities undisturbed. While it has impressive features, this is a little more expensive than the hOmeLabs model making it the runner-up.

This unit also shuts off automatically when the water bucket needs to be emptied. There's a washable filter, and as an Energy Star certified dehumidifier, it's efficient in its use of electricity. For larger or smaller rooms, there are two other sizes available as well.

What fans say: “I purchased the 50 pint model. Excellent features. Works great! On continuous mode it automatically dehumidifies it reached the humidity level you set and stops dehumidifying (including fan). Then it waits till the humidity exceeds your level by 5 degrees and starts dehumidifying again.”

• Available in: 30 pint, 50 pint, 70 pint

For smaller spaces, the Pro Breeze Electric Mini Dehumidifier is a budget-friendly option ideal for small bedrooms and guest rooms. This lightweight dehumidifier can remove up to 0.5 pints of moisture a day, making it best suited for rooms up to 150 square feet. With its built-in thermoelectric cooling technology, it doesn’t need a noisy compressor so it’s whisper quiet. The tank can collect up to 16 ounces of water before having to empty it, and the unit automatically shuts off when it's full. With its compact design, you can place it on your nightstand or table without taking up much space. The small size helps it run on less energy, too. However, for the low price you will be sacrificing a filter, and this unit doesn't work below 41 percent humidity.

What fans say: “I bought this for a small bedroom that was so damp there was mold beginning to form on the window blinds and bed frame! Yuck! I was a little skeptical about this because it is small - about the size of a toaster - and I pictured the ones from my parents basement which is the size of a mini- fridge. However, this is quiet and does the job perfectly! It came when promised which was appreciated and has been plugged in since we got it about 3 weeks ago and I WILL NOT be unplugging it!”

If you have a bathroom or a closet that needs to be dried out, the Eva-dry Renewable Mini Dehumidifier is worth considering. This mini dehumidifier is perfect for enclosed places and doesn’t require being plugged to operate. It lasts up to 30 days between charges and lasts up to 10 years in total. The unit features silica gel beads that absorb moisture in the air. It's best for spaces up to 333 cubic feet, or about 40 square feet. When the beads change color from orange to green, it’s time to dry them out or "recharge." There’s no light indicator, so you’ll have to check it periodically. For less than $20, this is a budget-friendly, low-maintenance option for a closet or small bathroom.

What fans say: “I bought this to keep the humidity down in a closet where I store items I don't want as exposed. I was looking for a product that did not require electricity and found this. I've been using it for about 3 months and it works great! My house normally rests at around 70% humidity in the summer, this drops my closet to around 40% humidity.”

For reducing that musty smell common with high humidity levels in your home, this Arm & Hammer moisture-absorbing odor eliminator can do the trick. This hanging bag has odor-neutralizing baking soda and calcium chloride crystals to absorb moisture and odor from the air. You can hang the bags in your bedroom closet or on the back of your bedroom door to help keep your place fresh. There are two hanging bags in each package, and each lasts up to 60 days.

What fans say: “This works wonders! I had a bedroom that smelled so musty and moldy that it took my breath away, even after several rounds of thorough cleaning and disinfecting. This completely eliminated the odor within a few days!! I have had success in every area I have tried this product in where nothing else had worked. It not only removes the moldy smell, but the area actually smells fresh!”

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