Meaco MeacoDry ABC Dehumidifier (Black) 12L - Ultra Quiet Dehumidifier - Energy Efficient Electric Compressor Dehumidifier for home - Removes Condensation & Damp, prevents Mould

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Something you’ll notice when comparing the ABC to other Meaco models is that it doesn’t have an adjustable louvre. Air is pumped out via the grill, so you have less control over where it goes. Fortunately, the MeacoDry still provides ample airflow for reducing humidity and drying laundry.As with all refrigerant dehumidifiers, there is a sharp drop-off in efficiency as the temperature falls though. If you are looking for an air filtration system, the HEPA filter is the right product, providing excellent air cleaning capabilities. If you are allergic to mould spores, pollen, dust, pet dander, dust mites etc. then a HEPA filter will help. These are True HEPA filters which mean they conform to tough international standards to ensure that they capture 99.97% of particles that have a size of 0.3µm or larger, complying to class E11. These are the best filters for cleaning the air that you can currently get on a dehumidifier. There are six indicator lights. These are for laundry mode, fan speed, timer function, power and emptying indication. The five buttons below the lights allow you to cycle through the various settings. This cycling through settings might seem outdated, but it’s a functional system and a more complex control panel wouldn’t add much to the machine (other than price). One of the best features of the MeacoDry ABC is that it’s amongst the quietest refrigerant dehumidifiers. The maximum noise output is 40dB, but this drops to 35dB on the low speed setting.

This particular MeacoDry is the 12L model which, as its name suggests, can extract up to 12 litres of liquid a day (in 80 per cent relative humidity) - it's got nothing to do with the condensing tank's capacity. The 10L (yep, that's 10 litres a day in 80rh) offers slightly less extraction, the 20L (20l/80rh) offers greater extraction. There are also two fan speeds. The low speed is perfect if you want to maintain a certain humidity level with minimal noise (more on the ABC’s quiet operation in a moment), while the high speed reduces humidity faster.Like most Meaco dehumidifiers, the ABC is designed to be straightforward to use. The digital control panel has lights to indicate which features are currently selected, along with a display showing the room’s relative humidity. If you’re in a hurry to get started, just hitting the “ON” button automatically starts the machine, although we recommend taking the time to understand the various features before you use it.

One thing to note about this machine is that it doesn’t come with a HEPA filter or air purification mode. A standard dust filter is included, but it doesn’t provide the filtration of models like the Meaco 12L Low Energy. This isn’t a complaint – air purification is a bonus on a dehumidifier, not an essential feature – but could be important if you suffer from allergies. The MeacoDry ABC 12L has dimensions of 30cm (W) x 46.3cm (H) x 25cm (D). This makes it one of the smallest refrigerant models, with only the Meaco 10L Small Home and EcoAir DC202 being thinner. Both of those models have a lower maximum extraction rate, however, so Meaco has done a great job of keeping the ABC slim and compact. It's not quite perfect - given the humming noise distraction, the relatively small tank capacity (relative extraction rate considered), and that it's got no wheels to assist in moving it - but for what it does it's a stellar bit of kit that you'll be ever thankful for buying.

The ABC has a 2.6 litre water tank. This is around average for a 12L dehumidifier, as any larger would ruin the compact design. Be prepared to empty it fairly often though, especially when first reducing the humidity in your home.

You can also put the dehumidifier into continuous operation mode. This overrides the automatic switch-off function and keeps the dehumidifier working until you turn it off manually. While most people won’t use this setting, it can be useful for very damp rooms. The Meaco ABC has a simple control panel. There’s a digital display showing the current relative humidity, along with several buttons to adjust various other settings. The display is also where you can adjust the target humidity (steps of 5%) between 30-80%. The maximum power usage is 222W in warm and humid conditions. In a more realistic home environment, with a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and relative humidity of 60%, this drops to just 162W. This is on par with other Meaco Low Energy dehumidifiers, such as the 12L model we’ve previously reviewed.Note: Meaco offers a two-year warranty for parts and labour. You can choose to extend this to five years for extra peace of mind. Summary The Meaco MeacoDry ABC Range dehumidifier does an excellent job at extracting water at room temperature. You’re unlikely to ever achieve the 12L maximum extraction, as this requires a temperature of 30 degrees Celsius and 80% relative humidity, but the machine is brilliant in the typical UK home environment.