A quiet dehumidifier is hard to shop for because almost every listing says "quiet". The dB figure on the box is usually measured by the maker on the lowest fan setting, and nobody tells you how far away the microphone was. So we built this ranking only from independent measurements and test ratings: Consumer Reports, RTINGS and HouseFresh. Where no one has measured a model, we say so.
Different testers use different distances and fan speeds, so compare numbers within one source rather than across sources.
| Model | Independent result | Tester |
|---|---|---|
| Midea Cube 20 (MAD20S1QWT) | Named its quietest dehumidifier | Consumer Reports |
| Midea Cube 35 (MAD35S1QWT) | Excellent noise rating, medium-capacity class | Consumer Reports |
| hOmeLabs 32 pint (HME020006N, sold as HME0089) | Excellent noise rating, medium-capacity class | Consumer Reports |
| Levoit 25 pint smart | 50.2 dBA on Turbo | HouseFresh |
| Midea Cube 50 (MAD50PS1QWT) | 54.3 dBA low fan, 56.2 dBA high fan | RTINGS |
Sources: Consumer Reports quiet-dehumidifier results as reported by Yahoo News; HouseFresh; RTINGS. Consumer Reports measures at 3 ft on the highest setting.
Quietest dehumidifiers compared
| Pick | Capacity | Coverage | Pump | Noise | ENERGY STAR | Price tier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Most quiet dehumidifier overall Midea Cube 20 | 20 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 1,500 sq ft (maker claim); Sylvane suggests about 300 sq ft | No | Not published by Midea for this SKU | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best quiet smart unit Levoit 25 (smart) | 25 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Amazon listing) | Yes | HouseFresh measured 50.2 dBA on Turbo (Levoit Smart Dehumidifier) | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best quiet mid-size Midea Cube 35 | 35 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 3,500 sq ft (maker claim) | No | Not published | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best quiet value hOmeLabs 32 (Wi-Fi) | 32 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Amazon listing) | No | Not published | Yes | $$ | Check price |
| Quietest large-capacity model Midea Cube 50 (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,500 sq ft (maker claim) | Yes | Maker: as low as 42 dB(A). RTINGS measured 54.3 dBA (low fan) to 56.2 dBA (high fan) | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best silent dehumidifier Eva-Dry E-333 | See notes | Spaces up to 333 cubic feet | No | Silent (no fan or compressor) | No | $ | Check price |
Most quiet dehumidifier overall
Midea Cube 20 Pint Smart Dehumidifier
Best for: bedrooms, nurseries and home offices.
Consumer Reports names the Midea Cube 20 (MAD20S1QWT) its quietest dehumidifier, testing at 3 ft on the highest setting. It is ENERGY STAR certified at 20.16 pints a day, which suits a bedroom or nursery, and its expanding bucket means you will not be woken by a full-tank beep halfway through the night.
| Model number | MAD20S1QWT |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 20 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 1,500 sq ft (maker claim); Sylvane suggests about 300 sq ft |
| Built-in pump | No |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published by Midea for this SKU |
| Bucket / capacity | 3.2 gal (12 L) expandable bucket, per the user manual |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (Sylvane listing) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 20.16 pints/day, IEF 1.70 L/kWh, about 249 kWh/yr (record for MAD20S1QWT) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Quietest in Consumer Reports' tests
- Big bucket
- App control
Cons
- Small capacity for a basement
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page MAD20S1QWT; Sylvane listing (suggested room size, warranty); User manual (capacity, tank); ENERGY STAR certified product record (MAD20S1QWT).
Best quiet smart dehumidifier
Levoit 25 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Removable Pump
HouseFresh measured the Levoit Smart Dehumidifier at 50.2 dBA on Turbo and called it the quietest high-performance unit it has tested; RTINGS also describes it as decently quiet. It is ENERGY STAR Most Efficient at 24.54 pints a day, with a removable pump and app control.
| Model number | LDH-H251S-WUS |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 25 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Amazon listing) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | HouseFresh measured 50.2 dBA on Turbo (Levoit Smart Dehumidifier) |
| Bucket / capacity | 4 L |
| Capacity, as listed | 25 pints/day at 65F, 60% RH; up to 84 pints at 104F, 95% RH |
| Pump | Removable, washable pump lifts up to 9.8 ft (3 m) |
| Drain options | Gravity drain, garden hose, pump or tank |
| Filter | MERV 11 |
| App | VeSync app and voice control |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 24.54 pints/day, IEF 1.88 L/kWh, about 281 kWh/yr; meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient (record for LDH-H251S-WUS) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- 50.2 dBA on Turbo (HouseFresh)
- Most Efficient
- Pump
Cons
- Mid price tier
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-12): Amazon listing B0H41K4PQN (Model Number LDH-H251S-WUS); RTINGS review: Levoit Smart Dehumidifier; HouseFresh: best dehumidifiers we tested (50.2 dBA); ENERGY STAR certified product record (LDH-H251S-WUS).
Best quiet mid-size
Midea Cube 35 Pint Dehumidifier
The Midea Cube 35 (MAD35S1QWT) earned an Excellent noise rating in Consumer Reports' medium-capacity class. It is certified at 35.82 pints a day and 2.01 L/kWh.
| Model number | MAD35S1QWT (white) / MAD35S1QGR (gray) |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 35 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 3,500 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | No |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published |
| Weight | 39.62 lb (retailer listing) |
| Warranty | 1 year (retailer listing) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 35.82 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 378 kWh/yr (record for MAD35S1QWT-A) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Excellent CR noise rating
- Efficient
Cons
- No pump on this model
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page MAD35S1QWT; Electronic Express listing MAD35S1QWT; ENERGY STAR certified product record (MAD35S1QWT-A).
Best quiet value
hOmeLabs 32 Pint Smart Dehumidifier
The hOmeLabs 32 pint smart dehumidifier, sold under part number HME020006N, also earned an Excellent noise rating in Consumer Reports' medium-capacity class. ENERGY STAR certified it at 32.46 pints a day. It has Wi-Fi and Alexa and Google control.
| Model number | HME0089 |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 32 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Amazon listing) |
| Built-in pump | No |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published |
| Bucket / capacity | 1 gal |
| Capacity, as listed | 32 pints/day at 80F, 60% RH (Amazon); 32.46 pints/day on the DOE test (ENERGY STAR) |
| Voice control | Alexa and Google Assistant (Amazon listing) |
| Size | 19.6 x 12.2 x 8.2 in |
| Drain | Bucket or hose (hose included) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 32.46 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 343 kWh/yr (record for HME0089) |
| Price tier | Value (about $100 to $200) |
Pros
- Excellent CR noise rating
- ENERGY STAR
- Value price tier
Cons
- Small 1 gallon tank
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-12): Amazon listing B06X9MFTZZ (Model Number HME0089); ENERGY STAR certified product record (HME0089).
Quietest large-capacity model
Midea Cube 50 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
Few 50 pint units have been measured independently. RTINGS measured the Midea Cube 50 at 54.3 dBA on low and 56.2 dBA on high. That is the quietest independently measured figure we found for a full-size basement unit, and Midea quotes as low as 42 dB(A) for itself, which shows how far maker and lab numbers can differ.
Heads up: Midea sells several SKUs (MAD50PS1QWT, gray MAD50PS1QGR, MAD50S1QWT without pump). Check the exact model number.
| Model number | MAD50PS1QWT |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,500 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Maker: as low as 42 dB(A). RTINGS measured 54.3 dBA (low fan) to 56.2 dBA (high fan) |
| Bucket / capacity | Expandable bucket; listed as 3x more water capacity than a standard bucket |
| Humidity setting range | 35% to 85% |
| Rated power input | 480 W (Canadian MAD50PS1QGRC spec sheet) |
| Drain options | Bucket, gravity hose, or built-in pump that lifts water to a sink or window |
| Pump lift | Up to 16.4 ft vertical per Midea's spec sheet (a Midea support answer on Home Depot says 14 ft) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 49.67 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 515 kWh/yr (record for MAD50PS1QWT-A) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Measured noise
- Big capacity
Cons
- Louder than small units
- Not for a bedroom
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page (MAD50PS1QGR, 4,500 sq ft, pump); Midea Canada spec sheet MAD50PS1QGRC; Home Depot listing (42 dB(A), ENERGY STAR, 3X water capacity); RTINGS review MAD50PS1QWT (measured noise, efficiency); ENERGY STAR certified product record (MAD50PS1QWT-A).
Best silent dehumidifier
Eva-Dry E-333 Renewable Mini Dehumidifier
If you need a truly silent dehumidifier, there is no fan and no compressor in the Eva-Dry E-333: silica gel just absorbs moisture. It only suits small spaces like closets and cabinets, but it makes no sound at all.
| Model number | E-333 |
|---|---|
| Type | Renewable desiccant (cordless) |
| Coverage | Spaces up to 333 cubic feet |
| Built-in pump | No |
| Wi-Fi / app | No |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Noise | Silent (no fan or compressor) |
| Bucket / capacity | Absorbs about 4 to 6 oz before it needs renewing (retailer listing) |
| How you renew it | Plug it into a wall outlet to dry the silica gel out; maker FAQ caps renewal at 18 hours of plug-in time |
| Size | 6.25 x 1.25 x 4.75 in |
| Price tier | Budget (under about $100) |
Pros
- Silent
- Cordless
Cons
- Ounces of capacity
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Hydrobuilder listing E-333; Eva-Dry FAQ.
Best silent dehumidifier (Peltier/desiccant)
| Type | Noise | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compressor | Fan plus compressor hum; low to mid 50s dBA measured for good units | 20 to 50 pints/day | Only type that dries a real room |
| Thermoelectric (Peltier) | Fan only; quieter | Ounces per day | Too weak for most rooms |
| Desiccant (electric) | Fan only, no compressor | About 13 to 19 pints/day for the units we cover | Warms the room; higher power use |
| Renewable silica gel | Silent | Ounces before recharge | Closets and safes only |
Are desiccant dehumidifiers quieter? They have no compressor, so there is no hum or clunk when it cycles, but the fan still makes noise. Peltier minis are the quietest powered option and also the weakest.
Why dehumidifiers are loud
Two things make the noise: the fan that pulls air across the coils and the compressor that cools them. Compressors also make a click and a hum each time they start, which is often more annoying at night than a steady fan. Units that are too small for the space run the compressor constantly on high, so a larger unit on a low fan can be quieter in practice than a small unit straining.
How to make a dehumidifier quieter
- Use the low fan. On the Cube 50, RTINGS measured about 2 dBA less on low than on high.
- Put it on a firm, level floor, or on a rubber anti-vibration mat if it sits on wood.
- Leave space around it. Keep it away from walls and furniture that reflect sound.
- Clean the filter. A clogged filter makes the fan work harder.
- Size up. A unit with spare capacity reaches the setpoint and cycles off sooner.
- Run it before bed. Bring the room down to about 45% in the evening, then let it idle overnight.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- Consumer Reports via Yahoo News: Quietest dehumidifiers from CR's tests
- HouseFresh: Best dehumidifiers we tested
- RTINGS review: Midea MAD50PS1QWT
- ENERGY STAR Certified Dehumidifiers dataset (data.energystar.gov)