The Arete One is also unusual for a compressor-based dehumidifier (one that uses refrigeration to cool and condense water in the air), in that it will work at temperatures of below 10°C. In fact, it’s designed to work at any temperature between 5°C and 25°C.

If you’re looking for a portable model, it’s worth looking at desiccant dehumidifiers– particularly if you need a machine that work efficiently in colder temperatures. Desiccant models are often around 7kg. The ABC has a 2.6 litre water tank. This is around average for a 12L dehumidifier, as any larger would ruin the compact design. Be prepared to empty it fairly often though, especially when first reducing the humidity in your home. What do you do if you already produce some of the quietest and most energy-efficiency dehumidifiers on the market? With Meaco’s new MeacoDry Arete One, the answer is to go even lower with power consumption and even quieter – and with some higher capacity options, too. With its sleek grill and white exterior, we think the MeacoDry is one of the most attractive dehumidifiers on the market. It’s certainly more modern than the Low Energy range, which is starting to show its age, and won’t look out of place in a contemporary home. It’s great that dehumidifier designs are finally moving into the 21st century!In fact, we struggle to find any dehumidifier that’s quieter than the ABC. For comparison, the excellent Meaco DD8L Zambezi, which is a desiccant model, has a maximum noise output of 50dB. The closest refrigerant model is the Electriq CD20LE which has a maximum noise output of 42dB. There is nothing worse than your dehumidifier breaking down just after the Manufacturer's warranty has expired. Here at Buy It Direct Ltd we want you to get the most out of your dehumidifier, which is why we offer a3 Year Warranty plan. One of the best features of the MeacoDry ABC is that it’s amongst the quietest refrigerant dehumidifiers. The maximum noise output is 40dB, but this drops to 35dB on the low speed setting. It’s certainly an effective dehumidifier. In a small bedroom with damp and mould issues, I saw the humidity fall from 67% to 52% within a couple of hours, and I had to force the target down to 45% to keep the purifier busy.

One thing to note about this machine is that it doesn’t come with a HEPA filter or air purification mode. A standard dust filter is included, but it doesn’t provide the filtration of models like the Meaco 12L Low Energy. This isn’t a complaint – air purification is a bonus on a dehumidifier, not an essential feature – but could be important if you suffer from allergies. A complaint we have is the water tank isn’t as convenient to empty as other models. On the plus side, the water tank has a plastic cover to prevent spillages. Portability degrees Celsius– 8.04 litres per day at 80% relative humidity, 4.98 litres per day at 60% relative humidity At 10 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of 60%, for example, the ABC can only remove 1.73 litres per day. Admittedly this is a lot better than nothing – and the power usage also drops so it costs less to run – but it’s probably not the best option for a garage, conservatory or anywhere without heating. At 15 degrees Celsius and above, however, it’s a great choice.Automatic turn off – this setting prevents spillage when the water tank is full, protecting your home and property. We should point out that I took these sound readings using a smartphone app inside a home with wooden floors, and that sound levels will vary depending on your carpet, curtains and furnishings. Meaco’s own noise measurements, taken in a sealed chamber using calibrated microphones at 1m from all four sides, measured noise levels at between 38dB and 40dB for the 20L model and 40 and 42dB for the 25L model.