10 best portable dehumidifiers in 2026 (122+ compared)

Ranking first among ARGO portable models is ARGO Dry Nature 17, with an overall score of 6.08 points, an extraction rate of up to 17 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 20 m², and available for around £170.

The ARGO Dry Nature 17 is a compact compressor dehumidifier for rooms up to 20 m², removing up to 17 litres of moisture per 24 hours with a 250 m³/h airflow and 260 W power draw. It uses R290 refrigerant and offers a 40-80% hygrostat, a 1-24-hour timer, a removable filter, a 3.8-litre tank with full-tank alarm, and automatic restart after a power cut.

Runner-up: ARGO Dry Digit Evo R134, with an overall score of 4.46 points, an extraction rate of up to 13 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 20 m², and a price of around £160.

The best BLACK+DECKER portable dehumidifier is BLACK+DECKER BXEH60014GB, with an overall score of 6.54 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 30 m², and a price of around £210.

The BLACK+DECKER BXEH60014GB is a 420-watt refrigerant smart dehumidifier capable of extracting up to 20 liters of moisture per day from rooms up to 30m², storing it in an exceptionally large 6.5-liter water tank. Measuring 57 x 34 x 24 cm and weighing approximately 12.2 to 15.5 kg, its main characteristics include an LED touch control panel, an integrated humidity sensor adjustable from 30% to 80%, a 24-hour auto-on/off timer, and four targeted modes: manual, continuous, dry clothes (laundry), and air clean with an activated carbon filter.

Runner-up: BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E, with an overall score of 7.35 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 40 m², and a price of around £220.

The best Comedes portable dehumidifier is Comedes Demecto 30, with an overall score of 7.58 points, an extraction rate of up to 25 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 50 m², and a price of around £190.

The Comedes Demecto 30 Eco is a compression-based dehumidifier utilizing eco-friendly R290 refrigerant, featuring a maximum dehumidification capacity of 25 liters per day and a power consumption of 380W. Operating with a noise level under 45 dB, it efficiently maintains dryness in spaces up to 100 m² and manages active dehumidification for areas up to 50 m².

Runner-up: Comedes Demecto 10, with an overall score of 5.17 points, an extraction rate of up to 10 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 20 m², and a price of around £120.

Leading the De'Longhi portable lineup is De'Longhi DD230P Tasciugo AriaDry, delivering an overall score of 7.38 points, an extraction rate of up to 30 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 60 m², and retailing for around £400.

The De'Longhi DD230P Tasciugo AriaDry is a high-capacity condensation dehumidifier designed to remove up to 30 liters of moisture per day from spaces up to 150 m³, utilizing eco-friendly R290 refrigerant gas and drawing 575 watts of power. Key characteristics and major pros include a dual drainage system featuring a 6 to 7-liter transparent water tank and a patented Heavy Duty Pump System that can discharge water up to 5 meters in height via an included 5-meter hose, alongside an electronic LCD control panel, 24-hour timer, Laundry mode, 2 fan speeds, integrated castors, and a washable anti-dust filter to eliminate allergens.

Best value alternative: De'Longhi DDSX220 Tasciugo AriaDry, with an overall score of 6.74 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 36 m², and a price of around £200.

See our complete best De'Longhi dehumidifiers guide for in-depth comparisons and alternatives.

Ranking first among Meaco portable models is Meaco Arete Two 25L, with an overall score of 8.78 points, an extraction rate of up to 25 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 90 m², and available for around £310.

The Meaco Arete Two 25L is a premium 2-in-1 compressor dehumidifier and air purifier powered by an energy-efficient 250W brushless DC motor, offering a 25-liter daily extraction rate, 170 m³/h maximum airflow, and a 4.8-liter water tank. Designed for large 4-to-5 bedroom homes and spaces down to 5°C, it features a medical-grade H13 HEPA filter, a premium LCD chase display, and smart Wi-Fi integration supporting the Meaco app, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home.

Runner-up: Meaco Arete Two 20L, with an overall score of 8.28 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 75 m², and a price of around £330.

Browse our dedicated best Meaco dehumidifiers guide to compare all evaluated models.

Leading the Olimpia Splendid portable lineup is Olimpia Splendid 02064 Aquaria S1 20 P, delivering an overall score of 7.37 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 36 m², and retailing for around £160.

The Olimpia Splendid 02064 Aquaria S1 20 P is a high-capacity portable dehumidifier capable of extracting up to 20 liters of moisture per 24 hours from large spaces up to 90 cubic meters. It stands out with a triple filtration air purification system—featuring an anti-dust pre-filter, an activated carbon filter for odors, and a HEPA filter effective down to 0.3 microns—alongside a large 5-liter semi-transparent water tank, a 24-hour timer, 3 fan speeds, and a motorized oscillation flap for flexible airflow.

Runner-up: Olimpia Splendid 01958 Aquaria Slim 14 P, with an overall score of 5.59 points, an extraction rate of up to 14 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 26 m², and a price of around £150.

The best Shinco portable dehumidifier is Shinco SDZ1-20D, with an overall score of 6.47 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 25 m², and a price of around £150.

The Shinco SDZ1-20D is a portable 400W compressor dehumidifier designed for spaces up to 40㎡, capable of removing 20 liters of moisture per day from the air using eco-friendly R290 refrigerant. Main characteristics include a 4-liter water tank, a smart humidistat with an adjustable range of 30% to 80% relative humidity, two fan speeds, a 24-hour timer, a child lock, and a low-temperature auto-defrost feature allowing operation down to 5°C.

Runner-up: Shinco SDZ1-50D, with an overall score of 8.03 points, an extraction rate of up to 50 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 55 m², and a price of around £240.

Our top-rated WDH portable dehumidifier is WDH-930EEW, achieving an overall score of 7.91 points, an extraction rate of up to 35 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 80 m², and priced around £260.

For larger damp spaces, the WDH-930EEW from WDH has a 35 L/day extraction rate and covers up to 80 m² or 200 m³. Its 5.5 L tank gives water plenty of room to collect, and it shuts off automatically when full.

Best value alternative: WDH 520EB, with an overall score of 7.34 points, an extraction rate of up to 25 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 50 m², and a price of around £190.

Topping the Ariston portable selection is Ariston Deos 20S, earning an overall score of 6.78 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 52 m², and costing around £230.

The Ariston Deos 20S is a compact, portable dehumidifier offering a maximum moisture extraction capacity of 20 liters per 24 hours, making it ideal for residential spaces covering 40 to 52 square meters. Key characteristics include an operating power consumption of 360W–379W, an electronic humidistat, an automated frost-protection system, a 3-liter condensate collection tank, and dedicated laundry and air-purifying odor/dust filtration modes.

Runner-up: Ariston Deos 16S, with an overall score of 6.42 points, an extraction rate of up to 16 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 44 m², and a price of around £160.

The best COMFEE' portable dehumidifier is COMFEE' MDDF-20DEN7-WF, with an overall score of 6.86 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 40 m², and a price of around £120.

The COMFEE' MDDF-20DEN7-WF is a smart compressor dehumidifier that removes up to 20 liters of moisture per day, making it ideal for rooms up to 40 m² (100 m³) such as basements, bathrooms, or bedrooms. Operating on eco-friendly R290 refrigerant with a low 440W power consumption, it features an adjustable target humidity range of 35% to 85%, a 24-hour timer, an air-purifying ionizer, and four operational modes including a specialized clothes-drying setting.

Runner-up: COMFEE' MDDP-30DEN7, with an overall score of 6.65 points, an extraction rate of up to 30 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 52 m², and a price of around £180.

Explore our dedicated best COMFEE' dehumidifiers guide for full model rankings.

Ranking first among Devola portable models is Devola DV25L, with an overall score of 7.01 points, an extraction rate of up to 25 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 45 m², and available for around £210.

The Devola DV25L is a high-capacity compressor dehumidifier and air purifier that extracts up to 25 liters of moisture per day across an operating temperature range of 5°C to 35°C, making it highly effective for large spaces. It features an adjustable humidistat (30–80%), a dedicated laundry drying mode, a 180 m³/h airflow capacity with 2 fan speeds, and built-in HEPA filtration to trap fine dust and allergens.

Runner-up: Devola DV20L, with an overall score of 6.61 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 40 m², and a price of around £180.

Our top-rated Pro Breeze portable dehumidifier is Pro Breeze PB-15, achieving an overall score of 7.3 points, an extraction rate of up to 30 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 72 m², and priced around £280.

The Pro Breeze PB-15 is a high-capacity smart compressor dehumidifier capable of extracting up to 30 liters of moisture per day from large spaces up to 72m² (785 sq ft), utilizing an energy-efficient 0.56 kW·h compressor (715W). Key characteristics include Wi-Fi connectivity for remote scheduling via a smartphone app, an automatic humidity sensor adjustable from 25% to 85% RH, and three versatile operating modes: auto, continuous, and a turbo mode for rapid drying.

Best value alternative: Pro Breeze OmniDry 20L Smart, with an overall score of 6.7 points, an extraction rate of up to 20 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 30 m², and a price of around £210.

For more top-rated models from this brand, check our best Pro Breeze dehumidifiers guide.

Topping the TROTEC portable selection is TROTEC TTK 120 E, earning an overall score of 8.71 points, an extraction rate of up to 30 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 95 m², and costing around £400.

The TROTEC TTK 120 E is a high-performance commercial and residential comfort dehumidifier constructed with a robust stainless steel housing, delivering a maximum extraction capacity of 30 liters per 24 hours and an air circulation rate of 340 m³/h to manage rooms up to 95 m² (238 m³). Key technical features include an automatic hot gas defrost system that enables reliable operation below 12 °C, an 8 to 10-liter condensate tank with overflow protection, an integrated hose connection for continuous drainage, and a dedicated 'SuperDry' textile mode for accelerated clothes drying.

Best value alternative: TROTEC TTK 95 E, with an overall score of 8.27 points, an extraction rate of up to 30 L/day, coverage for rooms up to 90 m², and a price of around £190.