 no complaints for $80 |
| Review Date: June 24, 2009 |
| Reviewer: red_lined, Virginia Beach, VA |
I spent a lot of time researching the available options to dehumidify my new apartment, which apparently has excellent thermal insulation (it's 90 degs outside but stays at 78-80 inside without a/c) but major humidity problems, partly as a result of the a/c never kicking on. Forcing the a/c to run wasn't worth catching cold and/or freezing to death, so my first low-budget solution was DampRid. It helped, especially in the closets (i.e. small enclosed areas), but it wasn't enough to take the moisture out of the air in the bedroom and living areas. So after looking at dozens of reviews for the Bionaire BDQ24-UC and the Soleus CFM-25E, I decided to go with this model, the EDV-2200.
Rationale against conventional dehumidifier: didn't want to spend $150-200 for a heavy mechanically complicated object that may get damaged in transit, with no recourse except to bicker with Bionaire/Soleus/Amazon service reps, that may or may not arrive as a lemon (per some of the reviews), and deal with a 2-foot tall 40 pound object which is likely going to be loud and suck up significant electricity.
I'm a pessimist, and that was what I took from the reviews. The majority seemed happy with their purchases, but a few had horror stories. I have terrible luck, and I got the feeling that I too would end up griping in a review about how awful my purchase was. If I was the type to not care about dropping a couple benjamins on a device that may or may not work, then no problem, I'd go with the Bionaire or the Soleus. But frankly, I got student loans and I'm poor, so I do care about where my money goes and the EDV-2200 seemed like a good alternative.
Why I like it:
- It's quiet. I have no clue as to how Peltier technology works, but all I hear is the fan, and there are minimal moving mechanical parts (no compressor, no refrigerant system, no oil leaking, nothing clanking or squeaking).
- It doesn't suck up much electricity. I don't remember exactly, but I think it runs at 70watt-ish.
- It's small. And rather cute. It looks like a one-foot tall egg.
- It works. Sort of. I see about 240-480 mL in the collection chamber every 24 hours. It still feels a bit humid around here, but hey, 1-2 cups in the tank means 1-2 cups less water in the air.
- I move it around from room to room every 24h, and where ever it is it seems to help somewhat. I wasn't expecting this thing to run like a champ and cover 900 square feet like pie...but if it can prevent my clothes and carpet from growing mold, then I consider it $80 well spent.
If you live in a swamp, you might need to step up to a traditional humidifier...this little baby won't do it. But if you don't have year-round issues and are just trying to survive a cool wet early summer without getting trench foot or having your clothes grow mold, then I think this mini-dehumidifier suffices. |
Where does all that water come from?
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| Review Date: July 3, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Jennifer C. Logan, San Diego, CA United States |
I bought this de-humidifier a few weeks ago because my piano tuner said my piano was getting too humid and the humidity was causing it to go out of tune easily. It has been virtually sucking water out of the air ever since, and I can already hear the difference in how my piano sounds. It is definitely holding its tune better.
The only thing I don't like about it is that its a little loud, so if I have folks over to hear me play, I'll have to turn it off while I'm playing. otherwise, it was an incredible purchase. |
surprise it really works
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| Review Date: August 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: A. Ramos, Chicago, IL USA |
I was a bit skeptical of this machine, because it is so small and aesthetically attractive. So on the same day I also bought a hygrometer to objectively measure humidity. I'm glad to report the Eva-Dry actually does reduce the humidity in my bathroom from a 60% afternoon average (or 80-85% after shower) down to 48%. The water receptacle is enough for several days. The machine is silent enough that you can sleep in the next room.
As a note to the manufacturer and their competitors... I just wish somebody would make a bigger model using this same technology, because right now if you want something bigger than this, you have to splurge for one of those "dinosaur" compressor-based units which are 3x more expensive and 10x heavier. |
Great Product
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| Review Date: August 8, 2009 |
| Reviewer: D. Clark, |
| I use this in my boat cabin while hooked to shore power. It works great and produces very little heat. I rigged a drain tube that I have going into the sink for continual operation. This is a real value and does a fine job. |
Great small space dehumidifier
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| Review Date: December 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: J. Patrick, |
| Excellent for dehumidifying a small room or closet. We use this dehumidifier in a spare bedroom that tends to stay damp. With the walk-in closet door open, this machine is able to keep the humidity in the room and the closet low, and is very quiet. Automatic shut off means I don't have to worry if we don't go in the spare room for several days. |
Good Buy
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| Review Date: August 30, 2009 |
| Reviewer: M. Manjarres, Yourtown, USA |
| After reading reviews about this de-humidifier, it seemed like a good one in its class. It works well for my humid small basement apt. This summer I slept comfortable thanx to this product...... The buying process as quick , straight forward and got the item quick ... |
mighty might dehumifiers!
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| Review Date: October 28, 2009 |
| Reviewer: P. A. Kettlewell, Antigo, WI United States |
| These are amazingly efficient at what they are made to do. I use one in my unattached wood-shop to keep the tools rust free, one out in an intermittently used cabin, one in a store room in our garage & one in a cement room in our basement with the water tank from the well (sweats continually). They all function extremely well until the temp reaches freezing, then it is shut down. We empty the water tanks about every other week and the difference in all these disparate places is remarkable. They are small, quiet & efficient and well worth 5 stars to us. |
Eva-Dry
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| Review Date: December 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Bobby D. Elliott, Chattanooga,TN |
| Have only used for a little while but seems to be the ideal product for a RV. It is quiet and has a small footprint. Will recommend to my RVing friends. |
wonderful investment
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| Review Date: February 3, 2010 |
| Reviewer: T. Moses, Altoona, PA |
| I put this in my 10 x 20 bathroom that is seperated from my bedroom by a ventless gas fireplace. The moisture in the winter was enough that the humidity level was ranging around 70% which meant towels didn't dry and everything got musty and moldy even though we do have an exhaust fan in there. This little guy did the trick. It takes out about 2 cups of water a week and that keeps the humidity at about 50% to 65% (after we take a shower) and no more mold or damp towels. I know some complained of a hot power converter but mine has been running 24/7 for months now and mine has never been anything but barely warm. It could be considered noisy I guess but I like the white noise that it gives off and it doesn't have appeared to hurt my electric bill at all like my big dehumidifiers do. |
Works for a mid-size machine
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| Review Date: November 30, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Carlos Chun, |
What can I say?
It works for a small room.
haven't had it long enough to know if it'll keep on ticking.
Best thing to [...] see it long term.
So far, I love it! |
Very satisfied
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| Review Date: December 3, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Barbara Powell, MI, United States |
| Eva-Dry Edv-2200 Mid-Size Dehumidifier - We use this in our 5th wheel 35'. As the Fiver is only a 3 season, not a 4 season, we get a lot of moisture on cold days. We are pleased with the amount of moisture it removes in our bedroom and as it is a white noise, very easy to sleep. The size of the unit is just right for our area of use and storage. We're considering purchasing another for the living room area. |
Powerful yet quiet!
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| Review Date: December 7, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Melody L. Roberts, Beckley WV |
| I had mold on my closet walls, clothes were being ruined. This tiny de-humidifier is pulling liters of water out! Runs very quietly. Sometimes I have to actually see the light to know if it is running. Love it! |
Works well for motorhome
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| Review Date: December 18, 2009 |
| Reviewer: G. Hagedorn, Allyn, WA USA |
We purchased this for winter use in our stored motorhome. We live in the Northwest and winter temperatures inside the motorhome range in the forties to high thirties. It does the job just great. One problem was at the lower temperatures, the unit would build up frost blocking the air inlet. I solved this by placing the transformer (which is part of the unit) directly in front of the air inlet. The heat from the transformer keeps the frost away.
There's not a lot of moisture in the air at these low temperatures, but what is there seems to be taken care of by the dehumidifier. I empty about a pint of water each week. |
Little wonder
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| Review Date: January 2, 2010 |
| Reviewer: C. Kao, HAVERTOWN, PA, US |
| Very happy with my purchase. Use in closet and small bedroom. My house is very dampy even in the winter time, esp after rain or snow. The little EVA-DRY EDV-2200 collects about 6-8oz of water in 24 hours. No more mold or condensation on the windows during this winter. It is very quiet and consumes very little energy compared to traditional dehumidifier. May not not work well in big open space. |
rv dwellers
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| Review Date: January 8, 2010 |
| Reviewer: lowboy1, |
| Bought it for a 36' 5th wheel. plugged it in--it works, one to two cups every 24 hours. Staying close to the Oregon coast right now--works very well. It is quiet enough to sleep in the same room (my wife and I are both musicians. We do have good hearing.) I check it and empty it twice a day so have had no problems with overflow. Raised the transformer off the countertop so it runs cooler rather than lay it down flat. This is probably not a walk away and forget unit--it's like children--you need to pay attention. amazon.com was prompt, and I will buy from them again. I would highly recommend this product to RV owners. Keep in mind you don't get a whole lot for under $75 these days, so I consider this a good buy. |
From the Florida Swamps
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| Review Date: January 20, 2010 |
| Reviewer: S. Hall, |
This little unit is super for a small area or room, it helps a lot. Solved my mold problem in the kitchen, I'll probably buy another for the bathroom.
Absolutely quiet, you'll forget it's even there. Easy to view the water level in the tank, empty every few days. If you don't need a giant unit for the
entire house, this unit is a great value. |
Great for RV
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| Review Date: February 8, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Connie, Tollhouse, CA United States |
| We bought this item to combat condensation in our RV. We had water pooling in the window wells, creating a real mold problem. Within a couple of days, it had brought humidity to much more comfortable levels, eliminated much of the condensation, and continues to maintain this environment. Low-level hum, not disruptive--actually a nice white noise at night. Great purchase for full-timers! |
Amazing - I get 2 inches of water every 3 days
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| Review Date: March 4, 2010 |
| Reviewer: J. Wells, manhattan beach |
I ordered two of these because of reviews and how beyond pleased I am w/ the next size down.
I HIGHLY recommend this model too!
I have experimented: one is now a permament fixture in the same room where I have the smaller version in the closet & it draws 2 inches of water every 3 days. Amazing.
We have used the second to de-stink a cabinet that caught some water from a leaking H20 heater and, recently, we have used it to help dry out an area in a leaky car (extension cord, etc.).
Sound: I find it's soporiphic but I wouldn't want to listen to it all day. It does make noise.
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Bought a second because the first worked so well
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| Review Date: January 30, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Elizabeth Chuang, Larchmont, NY United States |
| We have a finished basement that gets very moist in a number of places. We bought two of these and it has taken care of the problem. Small and easy to use. |
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