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 (4.6 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about smaller basements near living spaces where noise matters — read the strengths below before deciding.
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.
The Midea 50-Pint is the value 50-pint pick — same capacity as Frigidaire FGAC5045W1 at $150 less without the pump and app.
Quietest pick. Smaller than Frigidaire. Pump included.
Same capacity as Frigidaire FGAC5045W1. No pump. No Wi-Fi.
| Spec | Honeywell 25-Pint with Pump | Midea 50-Pint |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 25-pint | 50-pint |
| Pump | Built-in | None |
| Noise | 49.1 dB | — |
| Energy Star | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-Defrost | — | Yes |