Home Treats Portable Dehumidifier Review

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A differentiating factor concerning ByeMould and other dehumidifier review websites is that we try to get our hands on actual dehumidifiers so that our reviews are based on actual user experience instead of relying on third-party reviews.

In this regard we were only too pleased to accept delivery of the Home Treats Portable Dehumidifier for review.

The Home Treats Portable Dehumidifier looks different from most other dehumidifiers with the white flash control panel siting on top of black air vents. We think that this is a nice colour touch especially when combined with the green/blue LED display lights.

The unit includes some great features for the price and therefore should be seriously considered if you are buying a dehumidifier.

Let’s check out the main features of this Home Treats dehumidifier.

LED Display Screen

We are fans of LED display panels which show the current relative humidity level of the room. The Home Treats portable dehumidifier does not disappoint in this regard with the display screen situated on top of the unit for easy viewing.

The display digits are large and can easily be seen from some distance from the unit enabling you to keep an easy eye on the current humidity level. This also allows you to turn the unit off manually, if you wish, once the target humidity level has been reached. Note that the unit also switches to ‘standy-by’ mode automatically once the target humidity has been reached.

The screen also shows the current temperature.
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Timer Portable Dehumidifier byemould mould damp condensation compressor

A great feature of this dehumidifier is a 24 hour timer which can be set in 1 hour intervals.

The benefits of a 24 hour timer are obvious as you can keep the unit running when you are away overnight or if you want to use the unit in secluded places such as garages, boats, caravans and mobile homes etc.

Humset

Humset is the name given by Home Treats to the feature that allows you to set the target humidity level.

The target humidity can be set from as low as 40% to as high as 80% in 5% increments. Once the room humidity level falls below the target humidity level the dehumidifier will stop automatically.

Ioniser

One of the features that is a great addition at this price is an ioniser which provides a cleaner air by throwing extra negative ions into the air to balance the positive ions in the air. Having a lower number of positive ions in the air makes breathing much easier and if you suffer from hay fever or other airborne allergies then you should definitely buy a dehumidifier with an ioniser.

Water Tank and Continuous Drainage Facility

Portable Dehumidifier byemould mold mildew condensation dampThe rear mounted water tank holds around 2 litres of water and fits the unit very well. A small detail that is missing is that there isn’t a handle on the water tank which would make it easier to remove when the tank is full of water. Also there isn’t a lid on the water tank which increases the chance of spillage. However if you are a little careful removing the tank then you should have no problem with it.

Once the water tank is full a red warning light will show and the unit will turn off automatically until the water tank is emptied and reinserted into the dehumidifier.

If you want to use the portable dehumidifier in a remote location or in conjunction with the 24 hour timer then you can also avail of the continuous drainage feature which allows the dehumidifier to empty the collected water automatically. Simply attach the drainage hose, place the dehumidifier above the drain and the unit will empty itself.

A 1 meter hose which can be fitted very easily is included for this purpose. If you need a longer hose you can simply use a length of UK garden hose.
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Control Panel Portable Dehumidifier byemould damp stain rising damp wet

The control panel looks super cool as shown in the image on the right. The soft touch buttons are easy to use and give the unit a modern look.

On the control panel working from left to right we have the:

ION button: To turn the ioniser on/off.

Timer button: Turns the timer on/off

Full: The warning indicator when the water tank is full

Power: Turns the unit on/off

Cont: Sets the dehumidifier to dehumidify continuously

Humset: Allows you to set the target humidity level at 5% increments

Speed: Allows you to choose between 2 fan speeds

As mentioned above the LED display screen can show both the current relative humidity as well as the current temperature.

Compressor Dehumidifier

The Home Treats Portable Dehumidifier is a compressor type dehumidifier. As such it is best used in temperatures of 20°C or warmer.

A basic rule of thumb is that if you want to use a dehumidifier in a house with either radiators, a stove or an open fire on then a compressor dehumidifier would be ideal as the warmer temperature will ensure optimum performance.

Compressor units are typically heavier than desiccant units and this portable dehumidifier is no different weighing in at 10kg. While it is not too heavy for able people the elderly or infirm may have problems lifting this unit. Home Treats have included a set of castor wheels for such instances.

Volume 

Portable Dehumidifier byemould mould wet patch landlord tenant property house homeThere are 2 fan speeds and the dehumidifier volume on the low setting is hardly noticeable. The volume on the high setting is noticable but it is more of a ‘buzz’ as opposed to a ‘whoosh’ so, in our opinion, it is not too distracting.

One Amazon reviewer claims that this Home Treats dehumidifier is quieter than the Ebac 3850 which he also owns but performs equally well.

Filter

The filter is a standard dust filter located on the rear of the unit above the water tank.

Removal of the filter for cleaning purposes is easy. Simply insert your hand in the carry handle and place on top of the filter then press down and out.

An anti-bacterial filter would go hand-in-hand with the ioniser however for the current price of this portable dehumidifier we are not complaining.

Pros

  • Great features for the price
  • Affordable model
  • Looks great
  • Good choice for those with airborne allergies looking for a compressor dehumidifier

Cons

  • No ‘defrost’ mode
  • No handle or lid for water container

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Features Portable Dehumidifier mould mildew mold damp property ioniser hay fever

  • LED display screen
  • Easy to use control panel w/ soft touch buttons
  • 5% humidity setting increments
  • 24 hour timer
  • Ioniser
  • 2 litre water tank
  • Continuous Drainage (Hose included)
  • Caster Wheels
  • 2 Fan Speeds
  • Auto Shut Off
  • Carry Handle
  • 1.8m Power Cable

Specifications

  • Extraction Rate: 12l per day
  • Power Supply: 220v ~ 240v/50Hz
  • Rated Input Power: 235w
  • Rated Input Current: 1.25A
  • Weight: 10 kg
  • Measures: 25 x 25 x 49 cm

Box Includes

  • 1 x Home Treats portable dehumidifier
  • 1 x 1 meter drainage hose
  • 1 x set of 4 caster wheels
  • 1 x instruction booklet

Who Is This For

Portable Dehumidifier home treats byemould amazonThe Home Treats portable dehumidifier is for anyone that wants to remove moisture from the air in a warm environment thus reducing condensation, mould and fungi growth.

The ideal use for this dehumidifier would be for a large individual room as the unit is not powerful enough to cover a whole house.

Those with airborne allergies looking for a compressor dehumidifier will love this unit as well as the ioniser and dust filter should reduce their symptoms.

Final Thoughts

We think that this Home Treats portable dehumidifier rates very highly considering what you get for the price. Typically you would pay a lot more in order to purchase a dehumidifier with a 24 hour timer, an ioniser and the features listed above.

Having actually used this portable dehumidifier, as well as having read many reviews, we are confident that this dehumidifier matches more expensive dehumidifiers in terms of performance.

Obviously larger, and more expensive, dehumidifier can cover a whole house but if you are looking to dehumidifiy one room or area then be sure to try this Home Treats portable dehumidifier.

The main problem that we have encountered with dehumidifier reviews is that people have used the wrong sized dehumidifier for the area which they want to treat. So as discussed above if you use this portable dehumidifier in an appropriate sized area (up to one large room/area) we are sure that you’ll be happy with it.

Reviews

While this Home Treats portable dehumidifier is somewhat new to the market the reviews on Amazon rate it 4.8 / 5 stars which the unit deserves in our opinion.

Here is what Amazon purchasers and reviewers are saying:

  • “For drying out rooms this is a great value unit”
  • “It looks good, removes unwanted damp in the air and helps keep the air clean and cool”
  • “This is an extremely good humidifier. It is nice and compact. It looks well made”
  • “This is an ideal unit for a small room. Well designed and effective it is 5 stars from me”
  • “This model has all the bells and whistles. I was amazed by how much water it collects”
  • “This is an excellent dehumidifier. It also has an ionizer and air filter”

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