Dehumidifiers

Best Quiet Dehumidifier (2026): 5 Models Side by Side

By HouseCostWise Editorial · Updated Oct 26, 2026 · How we pick

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For a quiet dehumidifier, the Waykar leads this list at 40 dB with coverage rated for up to 6,000 sq ft by the maker and a 4.69 L tank. If lower noise is your priority, the Kesnos is the Quietest Rated at 36 dB with coverage rated for up to 2,500 sq ft by the maker.

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Top picks at a glance

Best OverallWaykar 6000 Sq.Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier
9.8 View on Amazon
Quietest RatedKesnos 2,500 Sq. Ft. Energy Star Dehumidifier
9.7 View on Amazon
Also GreatAEOCKY 5000Sq.Ft Energy Star Version 6.0 Dehumidifier
9.5 View on Amazon
Largest TankDREO 4500 Sq Ft Smart Dehumidifier
9.3 View on Amazon
Also GreatMidea 50 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement
9.2 View on Amazon

Compare the specs

Ranked on coverage (maker's figure), water tank, rated noise level, energy star, phone app control, timer from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.

Pick	Pints/day (DOE standard not stated)	Coverage (maker's figure)	Water tank	Rated noise level	ENERGY STAR	Phone app control	Timer	Weight	Warranty
1. Waykar 6000 Sq.Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier	120 pints	6,000 sq ft	4.69 L	40 dB	Yes	—	Yes	28.8 lb	1-year
2. Kesnos 2,500 Sq. Ft. Energy Star Dehumidifier	30 pints	2,500 sq ft	1.48 L	36 dB	Yes	—	Yes	22.6 lb	1-year
3. AEOCKY 5000Sq.Ft Energy Star Version 6.0 Dehumidifier	74 pints	5,000 sq ft	5.49 L	44 dB	Yes	—	Yes	—	3-year
4. DREO 4500 Sq Ft Smart Dehumidifier	75 pints	4,500 sq ft	7 L	41 dB	Yes	Yes	Yes	33 lb	12-month
5. Midea 50 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement	50 pints	4,500 sq ft	6.06 L	49 dB	Yes	Yes	—	41.2 lb	1-year

1. Best Overall9.8/10

Waykar 6000 Sq.Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier

It pairs 40 dB with coverage rated for up to 6,000 sq ft by the maker, a 4.69 L tank and a timer.

Pints/day (DOE standard not stated): 120 pints
Coverage (maker's figure): 6,000 sq ft, the largest here
Water tank: 4.69 L
Rated noise level: 40 dB
ENERGY STAR
Timer
1-year warranty stated

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Good for

Buyers who want coverage up to 6,000 sq ft
Buyers who want a 4.69 L tank

Skip it if

You need noise below 40 dB
You need a dehumidifier under 28.8 lb

It has a Comfort Mode that adjusts humidity by temperature, a timer, and a washable mesh screen. Drainage runs through the removable tank or the included drain hose, and built-in wheels and a handle move it between rooms. It is ENERGY STAR rated, weighs 28.8 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.

2. Quietest Rated9.7/10

Kesnos 2,500 Sq. Ft. Energy Star Dehumidifier

It pairs 36 dB with coverage rated for up to 2,500 sq ft by the maker, 4 preset modes and a timer.

Pints/day (DOE standard not stated): 30 pints
Coverage (maker's figure): 2,500 sq ft
Water tank: 1.48 L
Rated noise level: 36 dB, the lowest rated here
ENERGY STAR
Timer
1-year warranty stated

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Good for

Buyers who want 36 dB operation
Buyers who want 4 preset modes

Skip it if

You need noise below 36 dB
You need coverage past 2,500 sq ft

It has 4 modes, Comfort, Dry, Continuous and Turbo, with auto defrost and a timer. Drainage runs through the 1.48 L tank or the included drain hose, with an auto stop feature when the tank fills. It is ENERGY STAR rated, weighs 22.6 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.

3. Also Great9.5/10

AEOCKY 5000Sq.Ft Energy Star Version 6.0 Dehumidifier

It pairs 44 dB with coverage rated for up to 5,000 sq ft by the maker, a 5.49 L tank and a timer.

Pints/day (DOE standard not stated): 74 pints
Coverage (maker's figure): 5,000 sq ft
Water tank: 5.49 L
Rated noise level: 44 dB
ENERGY STAR
Timer
3-year warranty stated

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Good for

Buyers who want coverage up to 5,000 sq ft
Buyers who want a 5.49 L tank

Skip it if

You need noise below 44 dB
You need coverage past 5,000 sq ft

It has an intelligent humidistat, auto defrost and a timer, with ENERGY STAR Version 6.0 efficiency. Drainage runs through the tank or the included drain hose. It carries a 3-year warranty.

4. Largest Tank9.3/10

DREO 4500 Sq Ft Smart Dehumidifier

It pairs 41 dB with coverage rated for up to 4,500 sq ft by the maker, a 7 L tank and app control.

Pints/day (DOE standard not stated): 75 pints
Coverage (maker's figure): 4,500 sq ft
Water tank: 7 L, the largest here
Rated noise level: 41 dB
ENERGY STAR
Phone app control
Timer
12-month warranty stated

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Good for

Buyers who want app control
Buyers who want a 7 L tank

Skip it if

You need noise below 41 dB
You need coverage past 4,500 sq ft

It has app control for humidity, schedules and energy use, with 3 fan speeds and a timer. The 7 L tank runs up to 15 hrs, with a full-tank alert and auto shut-off, or continuous drainage by hose. It is ENERGY STAR rated, weighs 33 lb and carries a 12-month warranty.

5. Also Great9.2/10

Midea 50 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement

It pairs 49 dB with coverage rated for up to 4,500 sq ft by the maker, a 6.06 L tank and app control.

Pints/day (DOE standard not stated): 50 pints
Coverage (maker's figure): 4,500 sq ft
Water tank: 6.06 L
Rated noise level: 49 dB
ENERGY STAR
Phone app control
1-year warranty stated

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Good for

Buyers who want Wi-Fi app control
Buyers who want a 6.06 L tank

Skip it if

You need noise below 49 dB
You need coverage past 4,500 sq ft

It has Wi-Fi control through the SmartHome app and voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant. Drainage runs through the tank or a standard hose (not included) for continuous draining, with auto stop at a full tank. It is ENERGY STAR rated, weighs 41.2 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.

How to choose

Noise for a quiet room

Noise is the number that decides this search. The Kesnos is rated at 36 dB, the Waykar at 40 dB, the DREO at 41 dB, the AEOCKY at 44 dB and the Midea at 49 dB. Lower figures mean quieter operation on the stated rating, so compare the rated figure, not marketing words, before choosing.

Coverage and tank size

Coverage rated by the maker and tank size decide how much space a unit suits. The Waykar is rated for up to 6,000 sq ft by the maker with a 4.69 L tank, the AEOCKY is rated for up to 5,000 sq ft by the maker with a 5.49 L tank, the DREO is rated for up to 4,500 sq ft by the maker with a 7 L tank, the Midea is rated for up to 4,500 sq ft by the maker with a 6.06 L tank, and the Kesnos is rated for up to 2,500 sq ft by the maker with a 1.48 L tank. Match both numbers to your room before choosing.

Tanks, drainage and controls

Tank size differs across the picks, and drainage sets whether you empty it at all. The DREO has a 7 L tank, the Midea has a 6.06 L tank, the AEOCKY has a 5.49 L tank, the Waykar has a 4.69 L tank and the Kesnos has a 1.48 L tank.

FAQ

Which dehumidifier is the quietest in this list?

The Kesnos is the Quietest Rated at 36 dB, followed by the Waykar at 40 dB and the DREO at 41 dB. The AEOCKY is rated at 44 dB and the Midea at 49 dB.

Which dehumidifiers have the largest tanks?

The DREO has the Largest Tank at 7 L, followed by the Midea at 6.06 L and the AEOCKY at 5.49 L. The Waykar tank is 4.69 L and the Kesnos tank is 1.48 L.

Which dehumidifiers have app control?

The DREO and Midea have app control. The DREO uses its own app. The Midea uses the SmartHome app with Alexa and Google Assistant voice control.

What coverage do these dehumidifiers give?

Coverage figures by the maker are 6,000 sq ft for the Waykar, 5,000 sq ft for the AEOCKY, 4,500 sq ft for the DREO and Midea, and 2,500 sq ft for the Kesnos.