Tapo
T315 Smart Temperature and Humidity Monitor, Tapo T315
E-ink screen · ±0.3°C
€31.95
3 interest-free payments of €10.65 with humm
Damp and condensation
Dehumidifiers, humidity sensors, heat pump dryers and oil-free radiators.
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Buying guide · DehumidifiersDehumidifiers for Condensation: Your Autumn & Winter Guide
De'Longhi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi Dehumidifier16litres
of moisture a day, at most, from the AriaDry Multi 16L.
See dehumidifiersIn short
Condensation forms when moist air from cooking, showers and wet laundry meets cold windows and walls. A dehumidifier takes that moisture out: up to 12 or 16 litres a day on the De'Longhi AriaDry Multi, and 20 on the Dimplex EverDri. Aim for around 45 to 55% humidity, and dry clothes in a heat pump dryer rather than on radiators.
Dehumidifiers
De'Longhi AriaDry Multi and Dimplex EverDri dehumidifiers, with a hygrostat to hold the humidity you set.
Compare filters and how easily it moves. The AriaDry Multi models have 3-action filtration (dust, anti-allergen and active carbon), the EverDri a pre-filter and an active carbon filter. The 16L and the EverDri roll on castors; the 12L has an integrated handle.
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Tasciugo AriaDry Multi Dehumidifier 12L/day
€229
3 interest-free payments of €76.33 with humm
Dimplex
Glen Dimplex EverDri Series Dehumidifier, EverDri20EL
€299.95
3 interest-free payments of €99.98 with humm
Extraction
Up to 12 litres a day
Up to 16 litres a day
20 litres a day (30 °C / 80% RH)
Water tank
2.1 L, auto shut-off
2.1 L, auto shut-off
3 L, visible water level
Drainage
Optional continuous drainage
Optional continuous drainage
Continuous-drain option
Laundry and control
Laundry-dry mode, hygrostat
Hygrostat, about 40 dB
Laundry mode, humidistat, timer
Filters
Dust, anti-allergen, active carbon
Dust, allergen, active carbon
Pre-filter and active carbon
De'Longhi
Tasciugo AriaDry Multi Dehumidifier 12L/day
€229
3 interest-free payments of €76.33 with humm
Extraction
Up to 12 litres a day
Up to 16 litres a day
Water tank
2.1 L, auto shut-off
2.1 L, auto shut-off
Drainage
Optional continuous drainage
Optional continuous drainage
Laundry and control
Laundry-dry mode, hygrostat
Hygrostat, about 40 dB
Filters
Dust, anti-allergen, active carbon
Dust, allergen, active carbon
Dimplex
Glen Dimplex EverDri Series Dehumidifier, EverDri20EL
€299.95
3 interest-free payments of €99.98 with humm
Extraction
20 litres a day (30 °C / 80% RH)
Water tank
3 L, visible water level
Drainage
Continuous-drain option
Laundry and control
Laundry mode, humidistat, timer
Filters
Pre-filter and active carbon
Humidity sensors
The Tapo T310 and T315 report temperature and humidity, and a Tapo hub links them to the app.
The T310 runs on a coin battery and the T315 on two AAA batteries; both read temperature to ±0.3°C. The H100 hub links up to 64 Tapo devices and doubles as a chime; the H200 joins 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and runs from a 9V adapter.
Tapo
T310 Smart Temperature and Humidity Sensor, Tapo T310
±0.3°C · coin battery
€21.95
3 interest-free payments of €7.32 with humm
TP-Link
Tapo Smart Hub with Chime
Up to 64 Tapo devices
€21.99
3 interest-free payments of €7.33 with humm
Tapo
H200 Smart Hub, Tapo H200
Sensor hub · 2.4GHz Wi-Fi
€37.95
3 interest-free payments of €12.65 with humm
Complete the set-up
The AriaDry Multi 12L, plus a humidity monitor and the Tapo hub it needs. Tick the ones you need.
The dehumidifier
De'Longhi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi Dehumidifier 12L/day
Up to 12 litres a day, 2.1 L tank with auto shut-off, laundry-dry mode and hygrostat.
€229
- €31.95
- €21.99
Running total
- AriaDry Multi 12L dehumidifier€229
- Humidity monitor€31.95
- Tapo hub€21.99
Total for 1 item€229
3 × €76.33 interest-free
Each item at its own price.
Heat pump dryers
Heat pump dryers need no outside vent: the water from the clothes collects in a tank or drains away.
Compare drum size and drying time. The Samsung Series 5 and the Hoover H-Dry 300 hold 9 kg and the Electrolux DelicateCare 8 kg. On its Super Speed cycle, the black Samsung Series 5 dries 5 kg in 81 minutes.
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Samsung
Series 5 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White
9 kg · 105 kWh/100 cycles
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Samsung
Series 5 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - Black
9 kg · 5 kg in 81 min
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Electrolux
DelicateCare 8kg Heat Pump Dryer
8 kg · 119 kWh/100 cycles
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Hoover
9kg H-Dry 300 Heat Pump Dryer
9 kg · 140 kWh/100 cycles
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Oil-free radiators
Dimplex oil-free radiators warm up without waiting for oil to heat.
Match the output to the room. The Dimplex Eco Chico Mini gives 700 W for small rooms or occasional heat, the ECR15 1.5 kW over three heat settings, and the ECR20TIE 2 kW with a programmable 24-hour timer.
Output
2 kW (0.6 / 1.4 / 2 kW)
1.5 kW (0.5 / 1.0 / 1.5 kW)
700 W, for small rooms
Controls
24-hour timer, up to 4 periods a day; thermostat
Adjustable thermostat
Rotary thermostat
Safety
Frost mode, tilt switch, overheat cut-out
Overheat protection, tilt switch
Frost protection, over-temperature cut-out
Moving it
Castors and carry handle
Castors and carry handle
Lightweight, 1.3 m cable
Output
2 kW (0.6 / 1.4 / 2 kW)
1.5 kW (0.5 / 1.0 / 1.5 kW)
Controls
24-hour timer, up to 4 periods a day; thermostat
Adjustable thermostat
Safety
Frost mode, tilt switch, overheat cut-out
Overheat protection, tilt switch
Moving it
Castors and carry handle
Castors and carry handle
Output
700 W, for small rooms
Controls
Rotary thermostat
Safety
Frost protection, over-temperature cut-out
Moving it
Lightweight, 1.3 m cable
How to choose a dehumidifier and cut condensation
From the product descriptions and our guides.
Measure the humidity first
Condensation on the glass shows the air is damp, but not how damp or when. Cooking, showers and drying clothes all add moisture, so the reading changes through the day. A Tapo T310 reports temperature and humidity to the Tapo app every two seconds; the T315 shows the same reading on a 2.7-inch e-ink screen, so it is on the wall as well as in the app. Put one in the problem room for a few days before you choose a dehumidifier.
Let a humidistat do the work
A humidistat holds the humidity you set and switches the dehumidifier off automatically, our guides explain, so it is not running when the air is already dry enough. The De'Longhi AriaDry Multi models call it a hygrostat; the Dimplex EverDri has an electronic humidistat, a timer and delayed start. The AriaDry Multi models use a 285 W compressor, and our guide says compressor models are the most efficient at normal room temperatures and the right choice for most homes.
Dry laundry without adding to the damp
Wet clothes release their water into the room, where it settles on cold windows and walls, so our laundry guide advises against draping washing on radiators. Spin the load well first, and open a window or run an extractor. A dehumidifier near the airer pulls that moisture out: the De'Longhi AriaDry Multi 12L has a laundry-dry mode and the Dimplex EverDri a separate laundry mode. A heat pump dryer collects most of the water in its tank or drain hose instead.
Good to know
What size dehumidifier do I need?
Our guides suggest 10 to 12 litres a day for most homes and flats, and 16 to 20 litres for larger or damper houses or serious condensation. The De'Longhi AriaDry Multi 12L fits the first; the AriaDry Multi 16L and the Dimplex EverDri 20L fit the second.
What humidity should a home have?
Around 45 to 55%, according to our dehumidifier guide. Condensation on windows first thing in the morning, black mould in corners and a musty smell in wardrobes are signs it is higher. The Dimplex EverDri has a comfort light that shows when the air is too dry, too moist or just right.
How loud is a dehumidifier at night?
The De'Longhi AriaDry Multi 16L runs at around 40 dB. The AriaDry Multi 12L lists quiet running and the Dimplex EverDri has quiet fan speeds, but neither gives a figure. Our guide suggests checking the noise level if it will run in a bedroom or living room.
Do I have to empty a dehumidifier's tank?
Not if you connect a hose. The De'Longhi AriaDry Multi models have a 2.1-litre tank that switches the machine off when full, and the Dimplex EverDri a 3-litre tank with a visible water level. Each also has a continuous-drain option, and with a drain hose, our guide notes, you never empty it.
Does a dehumidifier make a room feel warmer?
It can help. Our dehumidifier guide says dry air feels warmer and heats faster than damp air, and our condensation guide says a dehumidifier sized to your home helps rooms feel warmer. It does not heat the room itself, though: for a small room, the Dimplex Eco Chico Mini gives 700 W of oil-free heat.
Guides
Guides to dehumidifiers, condensation and heat pump dryers.
