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A Solid Mid-Range Workhorse
By Richard P. on Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2020
I had originally purchased another model dehumidifier, a smaller and more entry-level option, but I found that it didn't quite meet my needs.I have a small house at right around 1,300 square feet that tends to run incredibly humid and found myself experiencing more moisture than usual. So, it was time for another dehumidifier. I ordered the TOSOT only a couple of days before I had a small water pipe burst that caused even more moisture.The TOSOT is designed to dehumidify effectively up to 1,500 square feet and 30 pints per 24 hours. It's Energy Star qualified and advertised as a quiet model. It has a feature that allows for continuous drain, though you have to buy the hose separately - I did not do that. The bucket is removable and can be manually drained. The dehumidifier stops automatically when full.After 250 hours of continuous usage, the air filter will signal a need to be cleaned. Once you clean and re-install it, the signal goes away.I'll be honest and say I'm close to giving it a 4-star rating as I think it mildly underperforms in terms of actual capacity. However, I'm opting to go ahead and stick with a 5-star review because I think in virtually every other way this is a solid mid-range workhorse that does almost everything else it's supposed to do.The dehumidifier is, indeed, very quiet. I used it in two different places in my home. When I had it in my hallway, I couldn't hear it at all in the front of my house. It's certainly not disruptive in any way.It is Energy Star qualified and functions as promised. Almost exactly after 250 hours of continuous use, you get the signal it's time to clean the air filter.The TOSOT was easy to get operational even for someone who's not exactly technically minded. I also had an easy time removing both the bucket and the air filter. If you have fine motor skill issues, you might have some difficulty with the air filter because of the angle required to remove and replace it.While I think the capacity promised is a bit higher than performance level, the TOSOT is still impressive and easily operated for my continuous need and performed quite nicely.My recommendation would be that given its size it works best as a floor model, though it might work on a sturdy shelf. Because it's more mid-size, it doesn't necessarily blend in with decor. However, I found it worked fine in my hallway and at one point in the corner of a room.Overall, I'm quite happy with the purchase and would easily buy the make and model again. I probably needed a little bit more capacity than this model, but for moderate humidity issues this model definitely performs well, is durable, and delivers as advertised.
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4 people found this helpful
Nice features, nice contruction but a piece of junk.
By Robert J. Perlstein on Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
I am writing about TOSOT 50 pint dehumidifer #3. The longest lived machine I've had to date was 1-1/2 years. The present unit prompting this review lasted from July 6th 2023-- to May 20th 2024. I purchased insurance policies on the last two units (#2 & #3). I like the dehumidifier's features-- remembers settings after power outage-- so can continue on the job unattended after the power's restored. Has an internal automatic drain pump (although the drain hose attachment mechanism is horrible), plenty of dehumidifying capability for small home, and relatively quiet. The unit is nicely constructed-- removing the covers, internals are all well laid out and at first glance it looks like a quality build and design. But so much for appearances.I purchased TOSOT 50 pint dehumidifer #1 to replace a 50 year-old SEARS brand which was still going strong ( and now back on the job). I need a dehumidifer that can run unattended--an internal water pump to automatically empty the machine and automatic power out restore is essential. The old SEARS unit offers a choice of a catch pan or a drain hose connection. Manual emptying became a problem very quickly-- thus prompting the purchase of the TOSOT 50 pint dehumidifier.All three machines failed in the same way-- the dehumidifying capacity diminished to nearly zero. No error codes, no faults just no dehumidifying action from the machine.An initial analysis seems to indicate that the capillary metering tube in the refrigeration system clogs reducing the refrigerant flow through the system. The refrigeration system remains stable- it's just that there is very little refrigerant flow so the start of the evaporator ices up and the condenser warms dissipating the absorbed heat.I haven't dissected the dehumidifier yet to see if there's an inherent design flaw. It could be that the compressor has a tendency to self-destruct thus flooding the refrigeration system with debris that ends up clogging a filter or the tiny diameter capillary tube. Who knows...Since I have to rely on a dehumidifier to control room humidity replacing the humidifier as if it were a short-term consumable is unacceptable no matter what the warranty or insurance policies provide for.Maybe you will be luckier with the TOSOT reliability-- but now with a potential 4th machine I'd love to know what I'm doing wrong (besides putting the TOSOT 50 pint dehumidifier to work)...
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