Rank #4 in Best Dehumidifier for Home 2026: 10 Ranked
Devola 12L
- Rating
- 4.5
- Ratings
- 929
- Rank
- #4
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
Is the Devola 12L worth buying?
Yes, if quiet matters most. The Devola 12L costs £139.90, runs at 36dB, and 929 buyers rate it 4.5. It also holds a Which? Great Value award.
It suits bedrooms, nurseries and home offices.
How quiet is 36dB?
It is about the level of a quiet library, and it is the joint quietest figure in our ranking. By contrast, the Honeywell 12L runs at 40dB to 42.5dB.
What is it like to live with?
You get a laundry drying mode, a rinseable dust filter and a 2L tank that switches off when full, plus a drain hose. It stands 47cm tall and moves on 4 castors with a carry handle.
Where does the Devola 12L fall short?
At 10.5kg it is heavy for a 12L unit. Its warranty is 1 year as standard, extendable to 2, which is shorter than some rivals.
How does it compare with the Pro Breeze 12L and the HumiZap 12L?
The Pro Breeze 12L costs £4.91 less, runs below 38dB and has many more ratings. Meanwhile, the HumiZap 12L also quotes 36dB for £99.99, but with a smaller 1.6L tank.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Listing title | Devola 12L/day Low Energy Dehumidifier, Quiet & Energy Efficient (costs less than 5p per hour) Dehumidifiers for Home, Laundry Drying Dehumidifier, Dust Filter -WHICH? GREAT VALUE AWARD |
|---|---|
| Brand | Devola |
| Floor area | 1 Square Feet |
| Colour | 12l |
| Capacity | 12 litres |
| Tank volume | 2 Litres |
| Product dimensions | 47D x 26W x 22H centimetres |
| Recommended uses for product | Commercial, Residential |
| Included components | Dehumidifier, Drainage tube, Manual |
| Item weight | 10 kg |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Energy efficient, Ideal dehumidifier for laundry drying, Ideal for use in large rooms with persistent damp issues, Low noise level, Portable |
| Wattage | 210 watts |
| Operation Mode | Standard |
| Air Flow Capacity | 12 Litres Per Day |
| Upper Temperature Rating | 5 Degrees Celsius |
| Dehumidification Capacity | 12 Liters per Day |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 47D x 26W x 22H centimetres |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | DV12L |
| Model Number | DV12L |
| Manufacturer | Devola |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Item Type Name | dehumidifier |
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Dehumidifier for Home 2026: 10 Ranked.
Questions people ask
How loud is the Devola dehumidifier?
36dB at full speed, according to Devola.
How much does the Devola 12L cost to run?
Devola quotes 5p an hour, based on 24p per kWh.
Does the Devola have a laundry mode?
Yes, a dedicated laundry drying function.
What warranty does the Devola have?
1 year free, extendable up to 2 years.
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