Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Frigidaire Gallery FGAC5045W1 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about basements with no drain access — pump can route condensate up to a sink — read the strengths below before deciding.
The FGAC5045W1 is the best-overall basement pick — pump + app + 50-pint capacity tested as the most water-extracting model.
The Honeywell 25-Pint is the quiet pick — 49 dB makes it the only basement dehumidifier here that won't intrude on nearby living spaces.
Best moisture extraction. Built-in pump. Wi-Fi unique here.
Quietest pick. Smaller than Frigidaire. Pump included.
| Spec | Frigidaire Gallery FGAC5045W1 | Honeywell 25-Pint with Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50-pint | 25-pint |
| Pump | Built-in | Built-in |
| Smart | Wi-Fi app | — |
| Energy Star | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | — | 49.1 dB |