Observed arrival · 2026-09-01
The Dry Index Counts the Cost of a Dehumidifier
A sourced dehumidifier reference that compares certified capacity, wattage, drainage, and estimated running cost across 527 models.
Field notes
The index separates current DOE capacity ratings from older box claims and organizes recommendations around practical constraints such as drainage, temperature, and room size. Its evidence trail is intentionally uneven but visible: the homepage reports seven sourced wattages out of 21 and no claimed hands-on tests, while noting that one crawl-space model advertised at 113 pints is certified at 36.33. The running-cost calculator exposes its defaults and sources rather than hiding them behind a result.
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Editorial observations of this landing page, not a rating.
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