Dehumidifier That Works Best In Singapore 2021

The humidity in Singapore averages 84%, which is bad news.

Not only does it leave you feeling hot and stuffy but it’s also unhealthy. Viruses, bacteria, mould and dust mites thrive in your home at such high humidity levels.

To make matters worse, sleep becomes a struggle when you’re suffocated by the excessive moisture of Singapore humidity.

Like you, I wanted to get better sleep and prevent dust mites from breeding freely in my home.

So, I set about searching for the best air dehumidifier Singapore has to offer.

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A compact dehumidifier that removes moisture from a small room effectively. It operates quietly and shuts down automatically when the tank is full.

If you live in a small room like I do, you’ll like the LifePro 800ml Dehumidifier. Its base is just 16 cm x 14 cm, which will fit nicely onto an already-cramped table. 

According to the manufacturer, this dehumidifier uses ‘semiconductor refrigerant technology’ which has twice the effectiveness of a conventional dehumidifier. It can easily remove 200ml to 300ml of moisture per day from a small room, which sounds pretty good to me. 

With an 800 ml tank, you’ll need to empty the water after a couple of days. If you forget, its built-in sensor will automatically turn off the dehumidifier. So, there is no risk of the water spilling out and messing up phones and laptops.

I’m also attracted to its sleek exterior and budget price. For the first month, it’s covered by a 1-to-1 exchange warranty if there are issues with the unit. I’ll say it’s a pretty fair deal for an entry-level dehumidifier.

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Before you get turned off by its price, I’ll highlight the great features that made this local-branded model a worthy runner-up.

The Novita Dehumidifier ND298 features a hygrostat, which deactivates its dehumidifying mechanism when the room reaches an adjustable humidity level. When that level is achieved, it continues to circulate air to cool the environment.

With its intuitive settings panel, you can configure the desired humidity, timer and activate the child lock to prevent your little ones messing around with the unit. It works great for small rooms up to 28m².

But here’s where you’ll really start seeing the value of this unit. The Novita Dehumidifier ND298 is engineered with a semi-permanent ionizer, which neutralises allergens and germs. It is also fitted with a mesh carbon filter that removes odour from your room.

The flexibility, intelligence and allergen-busting technology put this model far ahead of other popular rivals. However, the price tag may cause some to hesitate in buying one.

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Why you can trust our advice

Over the past few years, I’ve had to throw away some of my favourite shirts because they were damaged by fungi. That and the fact that I’m allergic to dust mites triggered my research for ways to reduce humidity in the house.

I tried keeping the windows open and installed an exhaust fan but nothing seemed to work. I guess that left me no choice but to consider getting a dehumidifier.

I was initially sceptical but after spending hours understanding how they work, I’m convinced that they help. 

Now, I have my sights set on the LifePro 800 ml Dehumidifier because it’s so affordable and the perfect size for my small room. 

Limited space is something most Singaporeans have in common, which is also the reason why I'm searching for a robot vacuum cleaner.

Why we picked the LifePro and Novita Dehumidifiers

The LifePro 800 ml Dehumidifier and Novita Dehumidifier ND298 are on different ends of the spectrum.

While both are decent dehumidifiers, the LifePro is built with only the basic features to get the job done. Just turn on the LifePro 800 ml Dehumidifier, forget about it, and you’ll find that the tank gets filled up with water pretty quickly. All that for a very budget-friendly price. 

To top it off, you’ve got a 1-month warranty which lets you swap it with a new unit if anything goes wrong. However, happy buyers are raving about its reliability. 

The Novita Dehumidifier ND298 would have taken the top spot if not for its expensive price tag. This little beast goes way beyond drying the air in your home. 

Its built-in hygrostat means you can set the humidity level that’s comfortable. You’ll also find the activated carbon filtration helpful in removing odour, which happens when your room gets too stuffy. 

What about Thirsty Hippo?

Yes. How could I forget about the moisture absorber which is loved by Singaporean moms? I agree that it does a fine job of drying shoes and removing odour but there’s a good reason why it doesn’t fit into the top 5 rankings.

I found out that Thirsty Hippo uses a calcium chloride desiccant. While it’s highly absorbent, it is also known to irritate skin and even cause corrosive damage.

Feel free to use it if you have to, but remember to keep it away from kids.

How to Choose a Dehumidifier for Singapore’s Humidity Level

In Singapore, you can get a pretty high humidity level that’s around 80% (or more) in your home. Such a level is both unhealthy and uncomfortable. 

When you’re shopping for a dehumidifier, here are a few criteria to consider to ensure it works well in the local climate.

• Moisture removal rate - Expressed as the volume of moisture removed per day at 80% humidity and 30 degrees Celsius. The higher the value, the better the dehumidifier is in removing water from the air.
• Water tank capacity - Some dehumidifiers have a drainage outlet as well as a water tank so you don’t have to worry about emptying the water. If you choose a device  that relies solely on a tank,  it should be large enough to hold at least 2-3 days’ worth of water.
• Coverage - This is closely linked to moisture removal rate. A dehumidifier that has a larger moisture removal rate is suited for larger rooms.

Singapore’s air is known to be very humid. Therefore, go for dehumidifiers that are proven to be effective in removing a large volume of moisture within a short period. They also consume less electricity compared to portable air conditioners.