Waykar HDCX-PD160B Dehumidifier vs Costway 19-Pint Quiet Dehumidifier

The Waykar HDCX-PD160B is the better fit for most homes: it is Energy Star certified, draws about 230 watts, weighs 22 lb, and has an adjustable humidistat plus auto and auto-defrost modes. The Costway moves far more moisture on paper, 73 pints per day at 95°F and 90% RH against the Waykar's 34, and covers up to 4,500 sq. ft. But it draws about 400 watts, weighs 31 lb, and its 44 dB rating is louder. Buy the Waykar for a bedroom, living room or damp basement where quiet running and low power matter; buy the Costway only if you have a large, very wet space and can live with the noise and current draw.

• Choose the Waykar HDCX-PD160B if you want a lighter, quieter, Energy Star certified unit with a precise humidistat for a room up to about 2,500 sq. ft.
• Choose the Costway 19-Pint if you need maximum moisture removal in a large, very damp basement and can accept more noise and higher power draw.