A dehumidifier, not to be confused with a humidifier does quite the opposite - sucking moisture out of the air and leaving your home feeling fresher.
It's not all fresh scents and feeling airy though, if you've already started to notice some indication that your home might be damp, for example condensation on windows or mould growing - it may be a good time to invest in a dehumidifier to keep humidity to a minimum.
Damp conditions are not only potentially harmful to health, it can also cause quite significant damage to your home if left untreated.
With the weather getting warmer at least for the time being, a dehumidifying device will help it to feel less muggy and a bit more comfortable throughout the summer days and nights.
At a glance, electriQ's 12L Low Energy humidifier is one of the top performing premium options, but you can still benefit from less pricey options including the compact Pro Breeze.
We've compiled a list of some of the hardest working humidifiers worth considering now.
Best dehumidifiers to buy in 2020
1. Pro Breeze Dehumidifier 500ml Compact and Portable Mini Air Dehumidifier
This humidifier from Pro Breeze is nice and compact in size, making it easily portable to other areas of the home.
The mini gadget is capable of removing up to 250ml of moisture per day and has a 500ml water tank capacity, as well as a whisper quiet operation so it won't interrupt you, even if you're sleeping.
When maximum capacity is reached, the machine automatically shuts itself off and will even let you know when it's time for draining.
Price: £39.99, Amazon - buy here now
2. electriQ Twin Pack of Desiccant Mini Dehumidifiers
Desiccant humidifiers are best used in cooler parts of the home that are often unheated, for example an attic, basement or garage.
This twin pack of dehumidifiers is perfect for preventing mould and extracts water naturally from the air using crystals and without the need for chemicals.
As these humidifiers don't run on electricity, they're completely portable and can be placed in drawers, cupboards and wardrobes to keep clothes fresh and dry.
A colour indicator on the device will alert you when you have reached full capacity.
Price: £19.98, Appliances Direct - buy here now
3. NETTA 12L Dehumidifier
If you're looking for something that can cover a bit more ground, this 12 litre capacity dehumidifier from NETTA is a great solution and quite the bargain under £100.
Perfectly suited for rooms up to 20m², this dehumidifier is capable of removing up to 12 litres of water per day and has a 1.5 litre water tank. When you've reached your capacity, the device automatically switches off and alerts you through a flashing indicator light.
As well as it's top dehumidifying properties, there's also a built in fan with two different speeds, an auto restart mode and 24 hour timing function. All controls are easily adjusted via the digital control screen, it's here that you'll be able to adjust the desired humidity extraction too.
Price: £99.99, Amazon - buy here now
4. Meaco MeacoDry ABC Range Dehumidifier
Looking for something cost effective that still does an efficient job around the house? The Meaco Dry ABC has a whisper quiet operation thanks to a quiet compressor, that won't won't disrupt you with noise.
The energy efficient model costs just 2.4p per hour based on 15.2p/kWh, so nice and cheap to run, even if you're running it for long periods of time.
Boasting a 12 litre capacity, The Meaco ABC is capable of removing large volumes of water every day and is ideal for dealing with condensation, damp and even drying your faster washing.
There's an auto shut-off function as soon as you've reached the limit, there's also different settings available to find the preferred mode including a laundry mode, a defrost setting and humidity percentage levels. There's also a child lock to prevent little fingers from adjusting the settings.
Price: £159.99, Amazon - buy here now
5. Dimplex Forte FTE16 Dehumidifier
For bigger homes and larger spaces, this dehumidifier from Dimplex is a sleek and powerful solution to removing water from the air efficiently.
The device can extract up to 16 litres of water per day and is best suited to rooms around 24m² and even boasts a handy little mode to help your laundry dry faster.
The machine will automatically switch off as soon as it's reached the maximum capacity and wheels at the base will help you move it around the house easier too.
Price: £185, AO - buy here now
6. electriQ 12 litre Low Energy Dehumidifier
Not only is electriQ's Low Energy Dehumidifier energy efficient (consuming 180 watts) saving you a penny of two, it also boasts some pretty impressive features to help keep the air in your home comfortably dry.
The gadget can extract a whopping 16 litres per day and has a huge water tank capacity of 4 litres, meaning you'll be spending less time emptying during the day.
A fairly quiet operation of 50 decibels maximum ensures it wont disturb you during the day or night. There's also loads of other cool features such as a real time humidity display, 24 hour timer and two fan speeds to keep you cool on the hotter days.
Price: £159.97, Appliances Direct - buy here now
7. Argo by Ebac 15 Litre Dehumidifier
This 15 litre dehumidifier is perfect for eliminating condensation, damp and mould around your home.
Boasting a user friendly design and a 15 litre moisture extraction limit per day and a 3.5 litre water tank capacity. There are different modes for convenience, including a quiet mode and two fan settings to keep you cool.
There's also a 100% condensation cure guarantee too.
Price: £169.99, Argos - buy here now
8. EcoAir 10L Desiccant Dehumidifier
If you've got collectibles or special items you want to keep free of damp, mould and damage, the EcoAir Dehumidifier is a good option for the lower temperature areas like the garage or attic.
Capable of removing up to 10 litres of moisture per day, with a water tank capacity of 3.5 litres and is nice and slimline so it won't take up too much room in the desired areas.
There's a water full indicator that will flash when it's getting near to the limit, but it will also shut off automatically if it does reach the full capacity.
Price: £179.98, Appliances Direct - buy here now
For other ways to keep the air at home fresh, check out the best house plants to buy in 2020 with naturally purifying properties.
