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Low-cost Dehumidifiers Durability.

Users want a lot of things out of their dehumidifiers, but the topic that repeatedly crops up in dehumidifiers reviews is durability. Although some consumers posting comments on Amazon and Epinions complain that the Soleus Air CFM-40E flames out quickly (e.g., the fan works but no moisture is pulled from the air), others don't seem to experience durability problems. One reviewer posting an update to his already glowing review on Amazon says that after three years of nearly constant use, the Soleus Air CFM-40E still works flawlessly, and another reports that after 15 months it runs like a champ. The Kenmore 54351 garners mostly negative reviews from Sears customers, with several dehumidifier reviews terming it junk; one user review says it worked for only three months and another reports it lasted only a year, just past the warranty period. As for the Frigidaire FAD504TDD, this model was introduced recently so consumers don't have much to say about its durability. One consumer, however, writes in a dehumidifiers review on Zimbio that he trusts the brand so he expects this cheap dehumidifier will be long-lasting.

Cheap Dehumidifiers Noise Level.

Aside from durability, quiet operation is a critical criterion for consumers. The Soleus Air CFM-40E stands out in this regard; its quiet performance is the reason cited by numerous consumers on Amazon and Epinions for choosing this model. According to dehumidifiers reviews by users at Building Greenhouses Today, the quiet setting really means quiet, and almost every reviewer comments on this; one says it's so quiet she doesn't realize it's on and another notes that you don't need to turn it off to hear the TV. Another low-cost dehumidifier billed as quiet is the Sunpentown SD-30E, but users aren't completely convinced. A dehumidifiers review on Buzzillions reports that it runs a bit loud, and over at Amazon user reviews are mixed, with one calling it a workhorse and another saying it's a cheap no-brand product and performs like one. The Frigidaire FAD504TDD is not advertised as quiet, but still manages to impress users at Newgg.com with its relatively low noise level. Noise level disappoints users of the Kenmore 54351, according to dehumidifier reviews on Epinions, where one user writes that everything rattles, including the motor, the rear grill, and the water bucket.

Cheap Dehumidifiers Ease of Use.

Dehumidifiers in general are easy to deal with but certain things make them easier, such as wheels (for transport), a handle (for the water container), and a washable filter (for easy maintenance). The Soleus Air CFM-40E ranks high on all three counts, according to a dehumidifiers review on this site. The review also notes that the Soleus Air CFM-40E has electric controls that are clearly labeled and instructions that are easy to follow. User reviews of cheap dehumidifiers posting on Sylvane.com agree, with one reviewer saying it's easy to read the water levels and empty the container when necessary. The Frigidaire FAD504TDD also fares well with reviewers at Amazon, where it gets five stars from each reviewer, most of whom comment on its ease of use. The Kenmore 54351 takes some hits on Epinions, with one reviewer specifically saying the unit is hard to empty and clean and the plastic on the water container is flimsy and jams when you try pulling it out. Regardless which model you choose, users generally recommend emptying the container frequently, as a full tank with water sloshing around is always harder to manage.

Low-Cost Dehumidifiers Room Moisture Removal.

Of course, the most important performance attribute is how well the cheap dehumidifier draws moisture from the air. For the dehumidifiers we reviewed, all seem to do this quite well. Dehumidifier reviews at Kmart say the Kenmore 54351 does a decent job clearing the air of moisture even in clammy, wet basements -- when it works. The Soleus Air CFM-40E earns relatively strong reviews for drying out the air in damp rooms. One consumer happily reports on Epinions that the basement feels drier and smells better and another says the Soleus CFM-40 helped dry out soggy carpeting. Consumers posting dehumidifier reviews on Amazon are likewise satisfied with the performance of the Soleus Air CFM-40E, with one Houston resident saying she breathes better during pollen season. The Frigidaire FAD504TDD earns its share of praise, as well, with a dehumidifiers review on a Dehumidifier blog saying that it really sucks the moisture of out of the air, and one consumer post on Amazon reports it fills bucket after bucket with water.

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