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No matter what part of Australia you’re living in, wet and humid weather can cause mould to turn up in your bathroom, wardrobe and other parts of your home at any time of the year. What’s more, steam from the shower or kitchen could hang around and create a nice environment for mould to grow. While there are plenty of DIY mould removal and prevention strategies, a dehumidifier can be one of the best ways to effectively combat the effects of damp or muggy weather in Australia.
As someone who lives in a subtropical part of the country, I can tell you first-hand that I’ve used a lot of strategies (including DIY dehumidifiers) to deal with mould. But buying an actual dehumidifier was a game-changer, keeping the bathroom mould-free for months at a time and preventing musty smells in the bedrooms and wardrobes.
The Ausclimate model I have even helps dry clothes during wet weather thanks to the laundry mode.
2025’s top dehumidifiers
- Ausclimate Cool Seasons Premium 10L dehumidifier, $499.99 at Amazon, (here’s why)
- Breville The Smart Dry 2-in-1 dehumidifier, $699 at Amazon, (here’s why)
- Arovec upgraded 900ml dehumidifier, $79.99 at Amazon, (here’s why)
- DeLonghi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi 16L dehumidifier, $439 at Bing Lee, (here’s why)
- Ausclimate Supreme All Seasons 50L dehumidifier, $729.99 at Amazon, (here’s why)
“Dehumidifiers maintain control over the humidity levels in your home by removing excess moisture from the air to help prevent mould, mildew, dust mites and allergens from becoming prevalent in your home,” says Appliances Online category expert Colin Jones.
“Depending on where your dehumidifier is placed, the storage capacity and the amount of moisture in your home, it can help to save you time, money and effort in the long run.”
Here, we’ve rounded up eight of the best dehumidifiers in Australia based on features including different modes, water tank capacity, filtration and overall design. We’ve also included customer reviews and rating details to give you some real-world perspectives.
The best dehumidifiers in Australia
01
Ausclimate Cool Seasons Premium 10L dehumidifier
$499.99 at Amazon
Best for: Efficiency
Australian brand Ausclimate has built a strong reputation for its dehumidifiers and this model is a best-seller for its powerful ability to extract up to 10 litres of moisture per day. Despite the name, it can operate in temperatures ranging from 1°C to 40°C.
I’ve personally used it across the seasons to keep mould at bay in my home and, after nearly two years, I have to say it’s one of the best appliances I’ve ever bought. But as a desiccant dehumidifier, it does heat up the room a bit – which can be nice in winter but is worth keeping in mind in summer.
“This dehumidifier was Rated No 1 in a Choice Test and it has lived up to that placing. It’s compact and easily portable,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on Amazon, where it has a 4.6-star average from over 265 global ratings. They added that “in a 2hr cycle it can reduce the humidity from 90% to 50%. It generates a little warmth while running but, for winter use, that’s a bonus for us. We’re very pleased with it!”
Key features:
- 3L water tank
- Suitable for room sizes up to 50m2 or 125m2
- Auto-swing louvre for air flow direction control and high-efficiency drying
- Dedicated laundry mode
- Auto shut-off when water tank is full
- Two-year warranty
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02
Breville The Smart Dry 2-in-1 Viral Protect dehumidifier
$699 at Amazon
Best for: Dehumidifying and air purifying
Breville’s The Smart Dry dehumidifier uses powerful compressor technology and an AntiViral HEPA-13 filter to dehumidify and purify air, with dedicated dehumidify, purify and laundry modes. When used as a dehumidifier, it’s suitable for large rooms of up to 60m2 and can extract up to 25 litres of moisture per day. And as an air purifier, the filters reduce 99.97% of viral particles and allergens down to 0.3μm.
This was actually the first dehumidifier I ever used, borrowed from a friend during a very wet summer. I remember how much fresher the air felt every time I walked into a room after using it. It’s actually what made me decide to buy a dehumidifier for my home.
“This is a great machine, I’m in Qld and it has been a god send with all this humidity. I haven’t found it to be overly noisy like some people suggest..It has a large tank which fills up twice a day. Only issue is I wish the lid was an open area like the cheaper ones as I have knocked it closed a couple of times. Would highly recommend,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on The Good Guys, where it has a 4.8-star average from over 36 customers.
Key features:
- Dehumidifier and air purifier
- Sensitive Choice and National Asthma Council Australia certification
- 6.5L water tank
- Three-stage air filtration with HEPA-13 filter
- Pre-filter for dust and pet dander
- Ideal for rooms up to 60m2
- Control via mobile app, with voice controls via Amazon Alexa and Google Home/Assistant
- Two-year warranty
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Arovec upgraded 900ml dehumidifier
$79.99 at Amazon
Best for: Small spaces
This compact dehumidifier is ideal for small rooms (up to 15m2), such as bathrooms, wardrobes and cupboards. It’s designed to efficiently extract up to 300ml of moisture per day, with a 900ml capacity, visible water level and auto-shut off safety feature when the collection tank is full. It’s also very quiet, with a recorded operating level below 30 decibels (dB), which is around the same level of ambient sound in a library according to consultancy Safe Environments.
A best-seller on Amazon, it has a 4.3-star average from over 584 global ratings.
“Works as described and does a good job for a small area. Very quiet, easy to use with no problems emptying the water, and been running steadily since it was received,” one Australian customer shared in a 5-star review from April 2025.
Key features:
- 900ml water tank
- Measures 14.99 x 14.99 x 22.1cm and weighs 900g
- Quiet operation below 30dB
- Auto shut-off
- Australian owned and operated brand
- Two-year warranty and lifetime support
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04
DeLonghi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi 16L dehumidifier
$439 at Bing Lee
Best for: Persistent damp
The DeLonghi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi tackles dampness with versatile power. As well as extracting excess moisture, it purifies air while drying with its with a three-action filtration system (including anti-dust filter to remove larger particles, anti-allergen filter and an active carbon filter for unpleasant smells). Customisable settings and a sleek design help it to blend seamlessly into any room.
“The laundry setting is perfect for my small (unventilated) laundry and the timer allows me to confidently set and forget. The ease and use of this dehumidifier is perfect for those damp places,” one customer shared in a review on the DeLonghi website (currently sold out), where it has a 4.5-star average from over 10 customers.
Key features:
- Three-action filtration system
- 2.1l water tank
- Drying function to help with drying laundry
- Made with at least 30 per cent recycled plastic
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05
Ausclimate Supreme All Seasons 50L dehumidifier
$729.99 at Amazon
Best for: Large spaces
The suitably named Ausclimate Supreme All Seasons dehumidifier is ideal for most climates, and can be used within open-plan areas up to 105m². With variable humidity settings, a 24-hour timer, a large 8-litre water tank, auto shut-off when it’s full, an auto pump-out drainage system and more, you (and your washing) will quickly feel fresh and dry all year round.
“It’s a big unit for domestic use so it’s a bit loud but it is super efficient, which I was looking for,” wrote one customer on Amazon, where it has a 4.2-star average from over 84 global ratings. And over 75 per cent have rated it 5-stars.
“Does a great job in my open plan living room with high roof,” one Australian customer shared in a detailed 5-star review from May 2025. “I live in subtropics, if I run this on days when it is raining I don’t get mould. It has saved me so much mould cleaning. The product is noisy, but works which is what is most important. It is really easy to clean and empty the water chamber. I have had it over a year now without any issues.”
Key features:
- National Asthma Council Australia Sensitive Choice-approved
- CHOICE Recommended
- 50L capacity
- Ideal for spaces up to 105m²
- Auto pump-out drainage system
- Two year warranty
06
Mitsubishi Electric 38L dehumidifier
$1299, Bing Lee
Best for: Powerful moisture management
Creating a comforting inside environment is made a breeze with this dehumidifier that features multi-stage filtration, a high-speed motor and a convenient timer mode. It also has an Air Purification mode and an Intelligent Laundry mode, Eco mode and hourly timer for complete control.
“This is in a different class to other dehumidifiers. I wasn’t sure why it cost so much more, but now I realise it’s actually better value,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on Bing Lee, where it has a 4.8-star average from over 16 reviews. They added that it “works in all conditions, and runs quieter while using the same amount of power. It’s solid, efficient, and doesn’t struggle like cheaper units. Best of all, my apartment now feels fresh and smells clean, it’s such a satisfying change.”
It’s also Choice recommended, with one member of the consumer advocacy group giving it a 5-star rating after using it for two years.
“It does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It has numerous settings – easy to use. I find I use settings I didn’t think I would. I have [it] in a 120m2 area and it is effective for the whole area. It’s a bit noisy on the high setting that would be the only issue – but you can run it on high when it suits you or just when humidity is high – on auto… Commercial quality so I think worth the extra coin,” they said.
Key features:
- Air purification mode
- Auto eco mode
- Drying inside mode
- Four 360-degree wheels
- Child lock
- Hourly time control
- Two-year warranty
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07
Breville The Smart Dry Plus Connect white 3.5L dehumidifier
$469 (usually $549), Big W
Best for: Smart features
With Sensitive Choice and National Asthma Council Australia certification, this dehumidifier is a perfect buy for households with sensitive lungs. Featuring a pre-filter for dust and pet dander, two-stage air filtration, carbon filters for odours and smoke and humidity controls, asthmatics at home are in good company. Also with laundry, night and time modes, plus a child lock, this model truly has all the bells and whistles.
“The Breville Smart Dry Plus has been a game-changer in our home,” said a reviewer who left five stars on the Big W website. “It’s great for reducing mould, humidity, and in turn, reducing the temperature. It looks sleek, runs quietly and is easy to use and also comes with an app to control the dehumidifier with your phone. The clothes drying feature works really well too, especially on rainy days. If you’re dealing with humidity or mould, this is 100% worth it!”
Key features:
- 3.5L water tank
- Recommended for rooms up to 50m2
- Wifi control via mobile app
- Amazon Alexa and Google Home-compatible
- Two-stage air filtration
- Sensitive Choice and National Asthma Council Australia certification
- Two-year warranty
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- $549 at Amazon
- $495 at Dick Smith
- $495 at Kogan
- $499 at The Good Guys
08
Kogan mini dehumidifier
$119.99, Kogan
Best for: Motorhomes, wardrobes and seasonal moisture issues
Send mould and mildew packing with this mini dehumidifier from Kogan. Featuring a timer control for four and eight hours, a 2L water tank and an LED display, this humble unit works hard to help your space feel less musty and fresher.
“Purchased for my parents motorhome, everything gets a bit damp during winter and this works a treat,” one cusomer shared in a 5-star review on Kogan, where it has a 4.13-star rating from over 350 customers.
“It is so easy to use. I opened the box my Kogan 2L mini humidifier came in, read the instructions and started using it straight away. I had a problem with humidity in my clothes cupboard. Now I don’t,” another customer said.
Key features:
- 2L water tank capacity
- 4- and 8-hour timer
- Clothes drying function
- One-year warranty
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09
Breville The All Climate dehumidifier
$499 at The Good Guys
Best for: Humidity management
The All Climate dehumidifier is a top seller – and not without reason. Perfect for both warm and cooler environments, this model works to automatically keep the humidity of a room at an ideal level once you have set your comfort zone. By producing negative ions that attach to floating particles, this dehumidifier also removes dust and allergens from the air and reduces pet dander, odours and smoke.
“Easy to use dials, took so much moisture out in two hours. The heat helps dry the room out and carpet felt crispy dry,” one customer shared in a recent 5-star review on The Good Guys (currently sold out), where it has a 4.5-star average from over 100 verified purchasers.
Key features:
- 2L water tank
- Two-stage air filtration
- Pre-filter for dust and pet dander
- Ideal for rooms up to 25-50m2
- Two-year warranty
How does a dehumidifier work?
Differing from portable air conditioners and evaporative coolers that work to cool a room – often by adding moisture – dehumidifiers work by sucking air through sensors to extract moisture from the air. This moisture then goes into a water storage container you empty when full.
“Due to their portable nature, dehumidifiers are great to use in various parts of your home that may have issues with moisture or mould,” Appliances Online category expert Colin Jones says.
“These units are best placed in rooms that have a lack of ventilation or excess moisture,” Colin says, “On high humidity days, you may want to consider using these between 10 to 12 hours a day, even 24/7 if your unit has the capacity”.
“Most dehumidifiers use little power, which will allow you to operate these for long periods of time. Having a unit such as a portable dehumidifier will help in protecting parts of your home and clothing.”
Colin recommends the following sizes:
- 6-10L capacity dehumidifier for cupboards or wardrobes
- 10-25L capacity dehumidifier for small areas
- 20-35L capacity dehumidifier for medium areas
- 35L+ capacity dehumidifier for large areas
How can I tell if humidity is damaging my home?
Colin highlights there are several signs that high humidity levels are having an impact on your home and belongings, these being:
- Water stains on your walls or windows
- A musty smell from a specific area
- Small amounts of mould beginning to appear
- Windows beginning to look foggy and small amounts of running water
- Your skin feels tight, clammy and sticky
The rising popularity in dehumidifiers in Australia suggests most of us have some issues at home, made even more extreme by seasonal patterns and increased rain events. In fact, the dehumidifier market is now expected to grow by 7.2% per year to a value of US$36.4 million by 2030 according to market analysis by Grand View Research.
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