Great piece of equipment, works really well and the settings are easy to navigate. Filter is easy to clean and while the machine is somewhat large it's not an eyesore or overly obtrusive. I live in a basement apartment and it has completely eliminated any musty odors or damp feeling.I also find the sound to be mostly in the background (like white noise) and it doesn't need to run all the time. You can also attach a short water hose (it's the same thread size) to have it drain continuously, but it's a little difficult to raise the unit up enough to drain into a tub. But, if you have a floor drain you're all set.The dehumidifier will blow out warm air during really humid days, but it's a reasonable trade off for drier air. I also like that it keeps the air circulating since you can point the side vent anywhere you like. I use the collected water from the bin to water plants, refill my aquarium, or dump out into the lawn. The water collection bin has stayed free of mold and debris and I occasionally spray it with disinfectant to keep it that way. I haven't really used the water for the dog bowl, but I've read some reviews that say it's alright.Normally I need to empty the bin a couple times a week (depends on how dry you want the air, I keep it around 55 humidity). During rainy weeks in Georgia (USA) I empty it twice a day, and during the winter it doesn't turn on at all.
Rating:
[5 of 5 Stars!]