Bosch Dry 4000 Review | 48 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Dehumidification capacity:2.01 L/dayMaximum room area:33 m²Maximum noise level:40 dB

Bosch Dry 4000 Review: Compare 48 specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dehumidifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

5.1

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 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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Score components

90%

4.7

Technical Score

10%

8.8

User score

▼Worse than 72% of dehumidifiers
4.7

Technical Score

Technical score
4.7/ 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%

4.2

Performance

15%

7.8

Features

5%

3.8

Design

▼Worse than 74% of dehumidifiers
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 711 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 87% of dehumidifiers
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Verdict

The Bosch Dry 4000 is a compact 285-watt compressor dehumidifier designed to extract up to 16 liters of moisture per day from rooms up to 33 m² (75 m³). It features a 2.5-liter semi-transparent water tank, continuous drainage capability via a hose, intuitive touch controls with an LED light ring, and three automated operating profiles (Auto, Night, and Laundry drying modes). Its main advantages include ultra-quiet operation at just 38 dB(A), integrated wheels and a top handle for easy portability, and built-in overflow protection that automatically turns off the unit when full. However, its small 2.5-liter tank capacity means it requires frequent daily emptying in high-humidity environments, it lacks smart-home or Wi-Fi compatibility, and the tank can occasionally drip slightly during manual emptying.

Technical Specifications of dehumidifier Bosch Dry 4000

Technical Score
Technical score
4.7/ 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%

4.2

Performance

15%

7.8

Features

5%

3.8

Design

4.7
Bosch Dry 4000 has a technical score of 4.7 points, lower than 74.5% of dehumidifiers.
User score
User score
8.8/ 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

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 711 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.8
Bosch Dry 4000 has a user score of 8.84 points, higher than 87% of dehumidifiers.
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 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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Popularity:
Bosch Dry 4000 has a popularity score of 8 points, higher than 67.5% of dehumidifiers.
8.0
Bosch Dry 4000 has a popularity score of 8 points, higher than 67.5% of dehumidifiers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
5.4/ 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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Score components:

60%

5.1

Overall score

40%

5.9

Price

5.4
Bosch Dry 4000 has a value-for-money score of 5.4 points, lower than 91.5% of dehumidifiers.
Technology
condensing
Power
285 W
Power
285 W
This dehumidifier draws 285 W, which is higher than the power draw of 52% of dehumidifiers.
Dehumidification capacity
2.01 L/day
Dehumidification capacity
2.01 L/day
This dehumidifier removes up to 2.01 L/day, which is lower than the daily extraction of 77.1% of dehumidifiers.
Maximum airflow rate
112 m³/h
Maximum airflow rate
112 m³/h
This dehumidifier delivers a maximum airflow of 112 m³/h, which is lower than that of 80.1% of dehumidifiers.
Maximum room area
33 m²
Maximum room area
33 m²
This dehumidifier is rated for rooms up to 33 m², which is smaller than that of 50.8% of dehumidifiers.
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Fan
yes
Drying mode
yes
Anti-freeze
yes
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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Bosch Dry 4000 vs the average dehumidifier

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  • 3 dB lower maximum noise
    Maximum noise level
    40 dB
    This dehumidifier is quieter at maximum fan speed than the average dehumidifier (40 dB vs 43 dB).
    40 dB vs 43 dB
  • 3 °C higher maximum temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35 °C
    This dehumidifier tolerates hotter ambient conditions than the average dehumidifier (35 °C vs 32 °C).
    35 °C vs 32 °C
  • 8.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    Bosch Dry 4000
    the average dehumidifier
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a higher user score than the average dehumidifier (8.84 vs 8.145).
    8.84 vs 8.15
  • 12.8% more popular
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a higher popularity score than the average dehumidifier (7.99 vs 7.1).
    7.99 vs 7.08
  • 2.4 cm shorter body
    Height
    47.6 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (47.6 cm vs 50 cm).
    47.6 cm vs 50 cm
  • 0.6 cm narrower body
    Width
    31.4 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (31.4 cm vs 32 cm).
    31.4 cm vs 32 cm
  • 8.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    Bosch Dry 4000
    the average dehumidifier
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a higher user score than the average dehumidifier (8.84 vs 8.145).
    8.84 vs 8.15
  • 12.8% more popular
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a higher popularity score than the average dehumidifier (7.99 vs 7.1).
    7.99 vs 7.08
  • 3 dB lower maximum noise
    Maximum noise level
    40 dB
    This dehumidifier is quieter at maximum fan speed than the average dehumidifier (40 dB vs 43 dB).
    40 dB vs 43 dB
  • 3 °C higher maximum temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35 °C
    This dehumidifier tolerates hotter ambient conditions than the average dehumidifier (35 °C vs 32 °C).
    35 °C vs 32 °C
  • 2.4 cm shorter body
    Height
    47.6 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (47.6 cm vs 50 cm).
    47.6 cm vs 50 cm
  • 0.6 cm narrower body
    Width
    31.4 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (31.4 cm vs 32 cm).
    31.4 cm vs 32 cm
  • 11.49 L/day lower extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    2.01 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers lower moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (2 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    2.01 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 48 m³/h lower airflow rate
    Maximum airflow rate
    112 m³/h
    This dehumidifier moves less air through the unit than the average dehumidifier (112 m³/h vs 160 m³/h).
    112 m³/h vs 160 m³/h
  • 17.4% worse value for money
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a lower value-for-money score than the average dehumidifier (5.35 vs 6.3).
    5.35 vs 6.28
  • 46.7% more expensive
    Bosch Dry 4000 is more expensive than the average dehumidifier (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 5 m³ less room volume
    Maximum room volume
    75 m³
    This dehumidifier handles smaller room volumes than the average dehumidifier (75 m³ vs 80 m³).
    75 m³ vs 80 m³
  • 1 m² less room coverage
    Maximum room area
    33 m²
    This dehumidifier covers smaller rooms than the average dehumidifier (33 m² vs 34 m²).
    33 m² vs 34 m²
  • 15 W higher power draw
    Power
    285 W
    This dehumidifier draws more power than the average dehumidifier (285 W vs 270 W).
    285 W vs 270 W
  • 0.9% heavier
    Weight
    11.1 kg
    This dehumidifier is heavier than the average dehumidifier (11.1 kg vs 11 kg). The average dehumidifier weighs 11 kg.
    11.1 kg vs 11 kg
  • 17.4% worse value for money
    Bosch Dry 4000 has a lower value-for-money score than the average dehumidifier (5.35 vs 6.3).
    5.35 vs 6.28
  • 46.7% more expensive
    Bosch Dry 4000 is more expensive than the average dehumidifier (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 11.49 L/day lower extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    2.01 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers lower moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (2 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    2.01 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 48 m³/h lower airflow rate
    Maximum airflow rate
    112 m³/h
    This dehumidifier moves less air through the unit than the average dehumidifier (112 m³/h vs 160 m³/h).
    112 m³/h vs 160 m³/h
  • 5 m³ less room volume
    Maximum room volume
    75 m³
    This dehumidifier handles smaller room volumes than the average dehumidifier (75 m³ vs 80 m³).
    75 m³ vs 80 m³
  • 15 W higher power draw
    Power
    285 W
    This dehumidifier draws more power than the average dehumidifier (285 W vs 270 W).
    285 W vs 270 W
  • 1 m² less room coverage
    Maximum room area
    33 m²
    This dehumidifier covers smaller rooms than the average dehumidifier (33 m² vs 34 m²).
    33 m² vs 34 m²
  • 0.9% heavier
    Weight
    11.1 kg
    This dehumidifier is heavier than the average dehumidifier (11.1 kg vs 11 kg). The average dehumidifier weighs 11 kg.
    11.1 kg vs 11 kg

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Third-party reviews

Based on 711 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Bosch Dry 4000?

  • Ultra-quiet operation (38 dB(A)) is ideal for bedrooms and overnight use
  • Effective at quickly drying laundry and reducing indoor mould or condensation
  • Helpful automated modes (Car, Night, Wash) adjust performance based on the room environment
  • Removes up to 16 litres of moisture per day, efficiently covering rooms up to 33 m²
  • Easy to empty, semi-transparent 2.5-litre water tank with a leak-proof functional design
  • Lightweight, compact, and highly portable with an integrated handle

What customers dislike about Bosch Dry 4000?

  • Slightly smaller 2.5-litre tank requires frequent emptying if operating in highly humid conditions
  • Not intended for large, whole-house dehumidification (limited to 33 m² spaces)
  • Currently out of stock at some larger home retailers like The Range

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