Why it matters
The Santa Fe Compact70 Dehumidifier (4044110) is a crawl space and basement dehumidifier, rated for 2600 sq ft and removing up to 70.0 pints/day a day.
Aim for 40 to 60 percent relative humidity indoors: drier air irritates airways and skin, wetter air feeds dust mites and mold.
At its stated 580 watts, running non-stop uses about 13.9 kWh a day; in practice the compressor cycles off once the room reaches the set humidity.
Its rated area of 2,600 square feet is below the middle of the range we cover: 46 of the 99 dehumidifiers with a stated figure come in lower, and the range runs from 110 square feet to 7,500 square feet.
Price-wise it sat in the dearest third of the 25 basement / crawlspace models we cover when we checked; the button shows today's price.
It qualifies for our lists Best Dehumidifiers for Basements, Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers, where it is ranked against every model that meets the same rule.
Compared with the Santa Fe Oasis105 Dehumidifier (4044510): power draw 580 W here vs 540 W; warranty 5-Year Complete Warranty 6-Year Component Warranty here vs 5-Year Complete Warranty, 6-Year Component Warranty.
Warranty, per the maker: 5-Year Complete Warranty 6-Year Component Warranty.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Sealed crawl spaces and damp basements
- Owners who can run a drain hose
Look elsewhere if
- Rooms far larger than its rating
Pros and cons
Pros
- 70.0 pints/day removal
- Rated for 2600 sq ft
Cons
- Needs regular cleaning to stay hygienic
Limitations to weigh
- Not stated on the Santa Fe Compact70 Dehumidifier (4044110) listing: bucket size. Ask the seller or check the manual before relying on it.
- Pints-per-day figures depend on the test conditions; since 2019 the US test uses cooler, drier air, so newer ratings look smaller than older ones for the same machine.
Specifications
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| Price | $1,365 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Model number | 4044110 | Retailer |
| Room coverage | 2600 sq ft | Retailer |
| Moisture removal | 70.0 pints/day | Retailer |
| Wattage | 580 W | Retailer |
| Noise (seller) | 55 dB (max) | Retailer |
| Airflow | 150.0 CFM | Retailer |
| Filter type | Washable pre-filter and MERV 13 filter | Retailer |
| Low temp | 49 °F | Retailer |
| Voltage | 110-120 V | Retailer |
| Refrigerant | R-454B | Retailer |
| Warranty | 5-Year Complete Warranty 6-Year Component Warranty | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
More dehumidifiers we cover
- AIRPLUS Max 70 Dehumidifier
- Pro Breeze 50-Pint Dehumidifier
- Hisense 50 Pint Lift Up Dehumidifier (ALDH50KP26) $324.99
- Pro Breeze PB-02 Dehumidifier
- ALORAIR HS35 Dehumidifier
All dehumidifiers, compared in one table · Every Santa Fe product we cover
Final verdict
A practical choice for sealed crawl spaces and damp basements. Confirm the model it fits before ordering.
Where to buy
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