Midea 4,500 Sq. Ft.Dehumidifier for Basement, With Reusable Air Filter 50 Pint - Ideal For Basements, Large & Medium Sized Rooms, And Bathrooms (White)

We live near a body of water and discovered a mildew problem on our lower level, which is where my Watercolor Studio is. To my horror I noticed mildew under the sinks and even on my purses in my storage closet, so I was in a panic to resolve before my artwork was infected. First I tried Damp Rid, and that’s a good product, but I needed something stronger. My neighbor recommended this machine. So easy to set up, The minute we plugged it in, we noticed improvement! Seriously this machine pulls GALLONS of water a day out of our air. We live in SoCal near the Back Bay and can’t believe how many times a day we are emptying this machine. I actually use the water for my plants, and although my husband was suspicious at first, there have been no adverse effects. Except savings on our water bill! The smelly odors are gone, and even the cats like to hang out on this level more because the air is fresh and clean. Pros: removes excess moisture in the air, mitigating the growth of mildew and mold on surfaces, freshens the air, does not dry skin Cons: the water reservoir is HEAVY when full, and awkward to lift/empty. a person without much upper body strength might prefer to check the unit regularly and empty before it’s full. Also these units blow warm air! That’s good in cool weather but not so great when it’s hot out. Also, there’s an auto shut off, but the unit doesn’t alert you, the fan just turns off, so checking the unit regularly is a must. Regardless for me, it solves my problem and warms my room at night when the cool breezes blow so I am extremely pleased!

We've had this dehumidifier for about a month and it works great. It's quiet and turns off when it attains the programmed humidity level. The setup was simple. So far so good.

I purchased the 4,500 sf dehumidifier m about 1 1/2 years ago and it worked well to mitigate humidity issues in our home for awhile. Unfortunately, when we turned it on the fall/winter, it started leaking and leaving large puddles underneath the unit. The reservoir is still filling and the unit automatically turns off when it’s full, but a large amount of water is getting under the unit as it operates. There is no visible crack or issue with the unit and I can’t tell where the water is getting out, under the unit. We’re disappointed a dehumidifier at this price point didn’t last longer. Update - My unit is not leaking due to the auto-shutoff not working or from the back, where a hose could connect, like some others have observed. Mine is leaking from above and behind where the reservoir slides into the unit. The water should (and mine still does) fill up the reservoir from the larger hole above the slide-in reservoir. Unfortunately, there is a smaller hole toward the back that is also dripping water, and this water runs behind the reservoir/container and underneath, onto the floor. I have not found a fix or heard back from Midea customer service about how to solve the problem yet. The picture shows the problem/location. Update 2 - Customer service responded by asking for detailed pictures and information about the leak. After I submitted them, they responded that the unit is out of warranty and recommended I contact A/C repair companies in the area and hire a technician to assist. I was hoping they would at least give me some feedback about the issue. No luck.

works well. i had a mildew problem in my quest bedroom. after we cleaned the rooms, this machine is running 24hr/day . we ordered parts so we could have it drain directly to the shower drain and it works fine. be aware that to have direct drainage, you must elevate the unit on a stool to let gravity dispose of the water into the drain.

Overall a good dehumidifier with a flaw that prevents it from getting a 5 star rating. It is a little bulky, but not so bad that it's too hard to move around, especially with the wheels. The Midea works pretty well at removing moisture from the air. Plug it in, set on auto, and it's good to go. The noise is very noticeable in any kind of living area, especially when Turbo mode is on. It's fine for a basement though. The built-in bucket can easily fill up in a day, so I opted for using a drain hose. This is where I knocked a star off. Firstly, for the price, they should include a drain hose. They don't, but any hose with a standard garden fitting will work. Secondly, even though a drain hose is attached, the bucket slowly fills up over the course of a week or so. When the bucket is full, the dehumidifier stops working until it is emptied so you have to check on it once in a while. I have two of these units, and both exhibit this flaw. Aside from this flaw, I like this dehumidifier. I don't know if I'd buy it again because of the bucket/hose issue though. I have a different brand of dehumidifier that also uses a hose to drain, and I never need to empty out the bucket on it. Update 09/2021: I still have two of these units running. They’re working great. Clean the filter once every couple of months and they’re good to go. Strangely, I haven’t had to empty the bucket in the last forever.

We own different model Midea dehumidifier, the cube, that we have used in a garage /basement utility room and it has worked great, so we bought this Midea for our finished downstairs TV party room. The room is carpeted, and sometimes the moisture in the room causes a musty smell in the carpet, but not any more. As instructed the first operation of this dehumidifier I left on for 24 hrs straight. Well it shut down after 14 hrs because the tank was full of water. I didn't even think the room was very humid but obviously it was. It's showing 43% humidity now which is really comfortable, almost too dry so might have to set it higher. The room feels drier and less clammy and damp and the musty smell is gone. Sure I am going to have to dump the water every day or two, but I'd trade that for a dry, musty free tv room any day. My only complaint is it is a little louder than I expected. The description says quieter than a refrigerator, but this is not the case for us.

I am so glad I made this purchase. I was hesitant When shopping because it's a chunk of change to spend and I wanted to make sure I got a good quality product. So glad I went with this one. It does the job and I'm amazed at how much water fills up when it pulls the moisture out of the air. I live in Texas and a few months out of the year when the humidity is higher this has saved the day. My mom has COPD and this has helped a lot with air quality and her breathing. It makes my other household appliances run more efficient by controlling the moisture and the house feels so much better. Because it pulls the moisture out of the air I think it also helps with the actual house as well. I try to keep things well ventilated but in high humidity when I have to keep Windows shut this really saves our house from the walls getting sticky and any moisture buildup. Easy to use functions. It will beep a few times and automatically shut off once the water has filled up so no spills. I empty the compartment when I'm ready and pop it back in and it turns back on. When you turn it on it will show you the humidity level in your room and it shows you as the humidity level goes down. I put it on the Comfort setting and it regulates perfectly. It must be energy-efficient because I have not noticed any increase in my utility bill. I have used it on and off for several months now and no issues. It's on rollers so it can easily be moved into different rooms. I haven't had to do that I just put it in the biggest open room and let it do its thing and it seems to cover my whole 1800 square foot house. When I first got it I moved it into two different big areas of the house to nip it in the bud and now I've been able to keep it and one bigger open area and the air in the house feels great. It does have some noise to it when it's running but nothing intrusive and I find it soothing. The container at the bottom that fills up with water has a handle inside and the handle is very sturdy. I was extra cautious emptying it the first couple times because I didn't want any of the water to spill. The handle is very sturdy however and I emptied in the tub no problem. Once emptied, you slide in pop it right back in and it's good to go. You can set it to run on a timer or to stay at a certain moisture level. I don't leave it on 24 hours. There's really no need even in high humidity. I will run it part of the day usually letting it fill up a couple Cycles then leave it off at night. The water is secure when it fills up if it has to sit but I try to empty it right away. Although the water collected doesn't appear dirty I would definitely not recommend using it for drinking water for your pets or to water house plants. I either pour it in the tub or shower or I pour it outside for one of my trees or outdoor plants. Great buy , very pleased!!

Seems like a fine dehumidifier, but the instructions fail to explain the various modes. Fortunately, when I calIed the Consumer Services number I was able to speak to a human being. I wanted to attach a hose leading to a floor drain. She said that, if I press the Comfort button, the water will fill the bucket instead of draining into the floor drain. It also gives you a preset percentage of humidity. What I needed was Continuous mode, which kicks in when you manually set the percentage of humidity (using the + and - buttons)—it doesn't matter whether the Continuous button is pressed. Also, the number that you normally see on the display is the actual humidity level, not the one you set it to. 2/27 After using Continuous mode for a few days, I noticed that the LED display always said 30%—and if that's the actual humidity level, that's drier than needed, which means that the machine is using more energy and working harder than necessary. I called again to ask, Why, if I set the level to 40% (thereby invoking Continuous mode), the display always shows 30%. I didn't get a clear answer. The rep said that, if I don't want it that dry, I should switch to Comfort mode. But if Comfort mode means that the water fills the bucket instead of going to the floor drain, that's not what I want. The manual refers to "preset" humidity levels for both Comfort and Continuous mode, but she was not able to tell me what those levels are, except to say, "They range from 35% to 45 or 55%," that is, she didn't really know the answer. Further, if the levels are preset for Continuous mode, that means you can't actually set the level you want. My opinion of their documentation and their Consumer Services reps is at a new low. 5/11/25. I am taking away stars. The Midea dehumidfier worked well enough for two years. Then the defrost function quit. My plumber said that these days dehumidifiers tend to last only two or three years. This is just another example of planned obsolescence, loading the planet with waste.

Due to the voltage. This appliance works on 115v and has an American spec plug. You need to add to this purchase a power converter from 220v to 110v. That is an extra 200AED. Ultimately if an appliance is sold by Amazon US, don’t buy it. Lesson learned here.

This thing is a beast. I bought it to deal with humidity in my 2,300 sq. ft. basement, and it started pulling water out of the air almost immediately. Before I set it up, the humidity was sitting around 73%, and now it stays steady at 45% without the unit even working that hard. Setup was simple — plug it in, set your humidity level, and let it run. The WiFi feature is actually super convenient. The machine sends a notification to your phone when the water bin is full, which saves you from constantly checking it. I didn’t think I’d use the app much, but it’s turned out to be really handy. The tank is a good size, and I’m emptying it less often than expected. Noise‑wise, it’s quieter than other dehumidifiers I’ve owned. You can hear it running, but it’s just a steady fan sound — nothing annoying. What I like: Pulls moisture fast — noticeable difference right away WiFi control + full‑tank notifications are genuinely useful Quiet for a 50‑pint unit Large tank, easy to empty Reusable filter Honestly, I can’t think of anything negative to say about it. If you’ve got a damp basement or a big space to dry out, this unit handles it without any fuss. Solid buy.

Wrong voltage for Singapore market! Do not buy unless you plan to use a voltage converter!

This dehumidifier has been incredibly helpful for our home! ❄️🏠 Especially in winter, it really helps reduce moisture and keeps the air feeling much more comfortable. We noticed a big difference in preventing dampness and that heavy, humid feeling indoors. I also love that it’s WiFi-enabled, which makes it easy to monitor and control when needed. It’s very convenient and works efficiently for larger spaces. Definitely a great investment for maintaining a comfortable home highly recommend!

I have a heated garage that has poor drainage for many reasons. This has pulled 20% moisture out of the air when the snow melts and has kept things in better shape. It's a double-garage with an extended side part. I have not made use of the wifi/app portion. The back port to set up a drain tube into a bucket or barrel has threading on the outside for the cap, so be aware that fitting a tube will require precise measurements.