hOmeLabs 4,500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier
Coverage area : 4,500 square feet
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Energy Efficiency : Energy Star certified|
Dehumidifier Moisture Removal Capacity : 50 pints per day|
Operation Mode : Continuous|
Dimensions : 11.93 x 15.43 x 24.41 inches|
Auto Shut-Off : Yes|
Weight : 40 pounds
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About hOmeLabs 4,500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier
Overall Feedback:
88% positive
80% of users praised the dehumidifier's impressive capacity
The dehumidifier works great and draws a significant amount of moisture out of the air. I saw an immediate effect of drop in humidity levels from around 60% to around 52% within a few hours. The bucket was probably half full when checked after running for about 4-5 hours.
I bought a Frigidaire dehumidifier that removed 70 pints and it was able to pull moisture from the air faster which reduced the amount of time the dehumidifier was actually on. Based on my experience, I can say that this dehumidifier has a great capacity and coverage area.
The dehumidifier is designed to dehumidify an area of 4500 sq feet.
The dehumidifier is not maintaining the humidity level below 50 percent even though it is supposed to cover up to 1500 sq ft.
78% highlighted the low noise level, but 22% found it too loud
I compared the noise level of the dehumidifier with a small window unit AC running on the lowest setting.
The noise level of the dehumidifier is similar to that of a dishwasher, but it doesn't bother me. It also drowns out the noises from the noisy neighbors.
I compared the noise level of this dehumidifier with the one I owned previously.
74% were satisfied with the portability features although, 26% weren't
The dehumidifier is easy to move around once in the room as it is on wheels.
I found the dehumidifier to be lightweight with handles on the sides for easy movement. It also rolls smoothly on the floor, including carpet, thanks to its casters.
The dehumidifier is easy to move on hardwood floors with the help of wheels, but not on carpet. It has two built-in handholds at the top for easy movement when empty.
78% were satisfied with the drainage, but 22% encountered challenges
I appreciate the easy garden hose hook up for continuous drainage without the need for any additional gadget or pump.
I have not tested the drainage option and my unit did not come with a hose. However, I find the container to be convenient and it takes days to fill, so I probably will not even bother with the drainage option.
I have set the unit to continuous drain mode, but the water still collects in the bucket instead of going through the hose.
I am disappointed that the product description did not clearly state that the hose will not work when not in continuous drain mode, leading to confusion and a negative experience.
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71% found the filter maintenance hassle-free
I only need to clean the air filter of this dehumidifier every couple of weeks, which takes about five minutes.
I find the filter easy to access and clean, which is a positive aspect of the dehumidifier's maintenance.
I found the air filter to be easily accessible and simple to clean.
70% of users were impressed by the advanced features and controls
I appreciate the feature that shows the level of humidity that the dehumidifier is working near.
I appreciate the timer feature that allows me to set when the dehumidifier should turn off and turn back on.
I appreciate the comfort feature that allows me to choose a desired humidity level and automatically turns off and on based on the humidity level.
I appreciate the sleep mode and fan settings that allow me to control the effectiveness of the dehumidifier.
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82% acknowledged energy efficiency, yet 18% didn't
My dehumidifier uses about 250W of energy when it is on.
I can't easily speak to the energy efficiency of the product because there are so many other factors that affect energy use at any time.
I'm not sure if this dehumidifier is more energy efficient than its competitors.
I have calculated that the dehumidifier uses about 600 watts and costs around $100 a month, which shows that it is not energy efficient.
