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BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E Review | 48 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Dehumidification capacity:20 L/dayMaximum room area:40 m²Maximum noise level:43 dB

BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E Review: Compare 48 specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dehumidifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the dehumidifier, combining technical performance and user feedback.
When it matters
When you want a quick, balanced view of the strongest dehumidifiers for controlling excess moisture.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

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7.4

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User score

â–²Better than 82% of dehumidifiers
7.4

Technical Score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the dehumidifier's technical performance across three areas: performance, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare moisture-removal capacity, room coverage, noise, efficiency, functions, and portability.
Score distribution
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Score components

80%

6.9

Performance

15%

10

Features

5%

6.9

Design

â–²Better than 83% of dehumidifiers
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
When it matters
When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

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User ratings

30%

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    N/A~ £220
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Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E is a 400-watt, 2-in-1 compressor dehumidifier and air purifier capable of extracting up to 20 liters of moisture per 24 hours in spaces up to 40 square meters. Key characteristics include an adjustable humidity range between 30% and 80%, a built-in HEPA13 filter capturing 99.97% of fine particles, a 4-liter water tank with a full-tank indicator, two fan speeds, a 24-hour programmable timer, and an eco-friendly R290 refrigerant. Main pros feature its high-efficiency dual-action filtration and moisture removal, an dedicated laundry-drying mode, ultra-quiet performance at 43 dB(A), integrated transport wheels, and a continuous gravity drainage option via an included hose. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy net weight of 15 to 16.1 kg which can limit quick lifting portability, and the lack of advanced smart features like Wi-Fi app connectivity or voice assistant support.

Technical Specifications of dehumidifier BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E

Technical Score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the dehumidifier's technical performance across three areas: performance, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare moisture-removal capacity, room coverage, noise, efficiency, functions, and portability.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

80%

6.9

Performance

15%

10

Features

5%

6.9

Design

7.4
BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a technical score of 7.4 points, higher than 82.5% of dehumidifiers.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
When it matters
When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on how many user reviews the dehumidifier has received.
When it matters
When you prefer a widely purchased and extensively reviewed dehumidifier.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a popularity score of 1 point, lower than 82.5% of dehumidifiers.
1.0
BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a popularity score of 1 point, lower than 82.5% of dehumidifiers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator combining the dehumidifier's overall evaluation with its price.
When it matters
When you want strong moisture-control performance and useful features for the money.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

7.4

Overall score

40%

5.9

Price

6.9
BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a value-for-money score of 6.9 points, higher than 79% of dehumidifiers.
Technology
condensing
Power
400 W
Power
400 W
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <23 W – >570 W
This dehumidifier draws 400 W, which is higher than the power draw of 70.4% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 1.5% of dehumidifiers.
Dehumidification capacity
20 L/day
Dehumidification capacity
20 L/day
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
This dehumidifier removes up to 20 L/day, which is higher than the daily extraction of 61% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 19% of dehumidifiers.
Maximum airflow rate
230 m³/h
Maximum airflow rate
230 m³/h
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <95 m³/h – >250 m³/h
This dehumidifier delivers a maximum airflow of 230 m³/h, which is higher than that of 80.1% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 4.5% of dehumidifiers.
Airflow rate 230 m³/h
Maximum room area
40 m²
Maximum room area
40 m²
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
This dehumidifier is rated for rooms up to 40 m², which is larger than that of 55.2% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 10% of dehumidifiers.
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Fan
yes
Drying mode
yes
Anti-freeze
no
Automatic shut-off when full
yes
Timer
yes
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Color
white
Material
plastic
Display
yes
Display position
top
Control type
touch
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BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E vs the average dehumidifier

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  • 70 m³/h higher airflow rate
    Maximum airflow rate
    230 m³/h
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 m³/h – >250 m³/h
    This dehumidifier moves more air through the unit than the average dehumidifier (230 m³/h vs 160 m³/h).
    Airflow rate 230 m³/h
    230 m³/h vs 160 m³/h
  • 1 filters more filtration stages
    Number of filters
    2 filters
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 filters – >2 filters
    This dehumidifier incorporates more air filtration stages than the average dehumidifier (2 filters vs 1 filters).
    2 filters vs 1 filters
  • 1.5 L larger water tank
    Water tank capacity
    4 L
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1 L – >5.8 L
    This dehumidifier has a larger water tank than the average dehumidifier (4 L vs 2.5 L).
    4 L vs 2.5 L
  • 6.5 L/day higher extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    20 L/day
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers higher moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (20 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    20 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 25.2 cm narrower body
    Width
    6.8 cm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <15.5 cm – >38.5 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (6.8 cm vs 32 cm).
    6.8 cm vs 32 cm
  • 17.2 cm shallower body
    Depth
    5.8 cm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <13 cm – >29 cm
    This dehumidifier sits flatter against walls than the average dehumidifier (5.8 cm vs 23 cm).
    5.8 cm vs 23 cm
  • 24.6 cm shorter body
    Height
    25.4 cm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <24 cm – >60 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (25.4 cm vs 50 cm).
    25.4 cm vs 50 cm
  • 6 m² more room coverage
    Maximum room area
    40 m²
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
    This dehumidifier covers larger rooms than the average dehumidifier (40 m² vs 34 m²).
    40 m² vs 34 m²
  • 10% better value for money
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a higher value-for-money score than the average dehumidifier (6.91 vs 6.3).
    6.91 vs 6.28
  • 70 m³/h higher airflow rate
    Maximum airflow rate
    230 m³/h
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 m³/h – >250 m³/h
    This dehumidifier moves more air through the unit than the average dehumidifier (230 m³/h vs 160 m³/h).
    Airflow rate 230 m³/h
    230 m³/h vs 160 m³/h
  • 1.5 L larger water tank
    Water tank capacity
    4 L
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1 L – >5.8 L
    This dehumidifier has a larger water tank than the average dehumidifier (4 L vs 2.5 L).
    4 L vs 2.5 L
  • 6.5 L/day higher extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    20 L/day
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers higher moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (20 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    20 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 6 m² more room coverage
    Maximum room area
    40 m²
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
    This dehumidifier covers larger rooms than the average dehumidifier (40 m² vs 34 m²).
    40 m² vs 34 m²
  • 20 m³ more room volume
    Maximum room volume
    100 m³
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <38 m³ – >225 m³
    This dehumidifier handles larger room volumes than the average dehumidifier (100 m³ vs 80 m³).
    Derived from room area (40 m² * 2.5m ceiling height)
    100 m³ vs 80 m³
  • 1 filters more filtration stages
    Number of filters
    2 filters
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 filters – >2 filters
    This dehumidifier incorporates more air filtration stages than the average dehumidifier (2 filters vs 1 filters).
    2 filters vs 1 filters
  • 25.2 cm narrower body
    Width
    6.8 cm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <15.5 cm – >38.5 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (6.8 cm vs 32 cm).
    6.8 cm vs 32 cm
  • 17.2 cm shallower body
    Depth
    5.8 cm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <13 cm – >29 cm
    This dehumidifier sits flatter against walls than the average dehumidifier (5.8 cm vs 23 cm).
    5.8 cm vs 23 cm
  • 24.6 cm shorter body
    Height
    25.4 cm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <24 cm – >60 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (25.4 cm vs 50 cm).
    25.4 cm vs 50 cm
  • 54.5% lighter
    Weight
    5 kg
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.2 kg – >16 kg
    This dehumidifier is lighter than the average dehumidifier (5 kg vs 11 kg). The average dehumidifier weighs 11 kg.
    5 kg vs 11 kg
  • 130 W higher power draw
    Power
    400 W
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <23 W – >570 W
    This dehumidifier draws more power than the average dehumidifier (400 W vs 270 W).
    400 W vs 270 W
  • 7.08x less popular
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a lower popularity score than the average dehumidifier (1 vs 7.1).
    1 vs 7.08
  • 46.7% more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E is more expensive than the average dehumidifier (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 1.8% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
    Score distribution
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    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E
    the average dehumidifier
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a lower user score than the average dehumidifier (8.00 vs 8.145).
    8 vs 8.15
  • 7.08x less popular
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a lower popularity score than the average dehumidifier (1 vs 7.1).
    1 vs 7.08
  • 46.7% more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E is more expensive than the average dehumidifier (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 1.8% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
    Score distribution
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    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E
    the average dehumidifier
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E has a lower user score than the average dehumidifier (8.00 vs 8.145).
    8 vs 8.15
  • 130 W higher power draw
    Power
    400 W
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <23 W – >570 W
    This dehumidifier draws more power than the average dehumidifier (400 W vs 270 W).
    400 W vs 270 W

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E?

  • High moisture extraction rate, capable of extracting up to 20 litres per day
  • Highly effective at removing damp, mould, and drying clothes quickly
  • Large, easily removable 6.5L water tank with auto-shutoff to prevent spills
  • Smart and versatile controls, including multiple modes, a 24-hour timer, and clear LED display
  • Easy to move between rooms using the integrated handles and caster wheels

What customers dislike about BLACK+DECKER BXDH20E?

  • App connectivity and Wi-Fi setup can be inconsistent or difficult to configure
  • Some users report that the unit can be fairly loud, running with noise levels comparable to a cooling fan
  • Humidity sensors and moisture control readings can occasionally vary or be imprecise
  • The water tank gets quite heavy when completely full, making it awkward to carry for some users

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