Why it matters
The Waykar AFW1.5DPM Dehumidifier is a crawl space and basement dehumidifier, rated for 5000 square feet.
Aim for 40 to 60 percent relative humidity indoors: drier air irritates airways and skin, wetter air feeds dust mites and mold.
The listing names a built-in condensate pump, a drain-hose connection, Energy Star qualification and a commercial-grade build.
A condensate pump pushes water up and out through a hose, to a sink, a window or a drain above floor level, so the unit never stops for a full bucket.
A drain hose lets it run without emptying a bucket, as long as the hose runs downhill to a floor drain.
At its stated 265 watts, running non-stop uses about 6.4 kWh a day; in practice the compressor cycles off once the room reaches the set humidity.
Its rated area of 5,000 square feet is one of the largest ratings we cover: 80 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 cheapest 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 Waykar JD025CE-80 Dehumidifier: power draw 265 watts here vs 270 watts.
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
- Rated for 5000 square feet
Cons
- Needs regular cleaning to stay hygienic
Limitations to weigh
- Not stated on the Waykar AFW1.5DPM Dehumidifier listing: pints removed per day, bucket size. Ask the seller or check the manual before relying on it.
Specifications
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| Model number | AFW1.5DPM | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Room coverage | 5000 square feet | Retailer |
| Wattage | 265 watts | Retailer |
| Capacity | 70 pints | Retailer |
| Airflow | 158.82 cfm | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
More dehumidifiers we cover
- Hogarlabs PD08GG Dehumidifier
- Waykar CTH-A Dehumidifier
- Frigidaire Gallery High Humidity 50 Pint Energy Star Dehumidifier $329.99
- Morfy BW401C Dehumidifier
- ALORAIR Sentinel HD35P Dehumidifier
All dehumidifiers, compared in one table · Every Waykar product we cover
Final verdict
A sensible choice for sealed crawl spaces and damp basements. Confirm the model it fits before ordering.
Where to buy
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