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Best Overall · Dehumidifiers

Meaco Arete One 20L Dehumidifier

The Meaco Arete One combines a big capacity with very low noise and running costs. It's also an air purifier with a HEPA filter, and it's a long-time favourite in the UK.

Brand
Meaco
Best for
Whole homes and damp bedrooms
Price range
Mid-range
Our score
9.0/10
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Our take

Meaco is a British dehumidifier specialist, and the Arete One is one of its best. It removes a lot of moisture, stays quiet enough for many bedrooms, and its HEPA filter cleans the air at the same time.

For homes with real damp or condensation problems, it's the one we'd buy.

Key specifications

TypeCompressor
ExtractionUp to 20 litres/day
Tank4.8 litres
ExtrasHEPA filter, laundry mode, low-energy mode, app (on Wi-Fi models)

Strengths and weaknesses

Pros

  • Quiet for its capacity
  • Low running costs
  • HEPA air purification
  • Made by a UK specialist

Cons

  • Large unit
  • Wi-Fi only on some versions

Verdict

The Meaco Arete One combines a big capacity with very low noise and running costs. It's also an air purifier with a HEPA filter, and it's a long-time favourite in the UK. It earns our Best Overall award in our guide to the best dehumidifiers.

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