Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Honeywell 25-Pint with Pump comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about smaller basements near living spaces where noise matters — read the strengths below before deciding.
The hOmeLabs 22-Pint is the budget pick — right-sized for smaller spaces, Energy Star efficient.
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.
Cheapest pick. Smaller capacity. Energy Star.
Quietest pick. Smaller than Frigidaire. Pump included.
| Spec | hOmeLabs 22-Pint | Honeywell 25-Pint with Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 22-pint | 25-pint |
| Pump | No (gravity drain) | Built-in |
| Energy Star | Yes | Yes |
| Footprint | Compact | — |
| Noise | — | 49.1 dB |