Best DEHUMIDIFIER on Amazon! MEACO ARETE ONE 18L dehumidifier and air purifier

[@DADDELIVERS]

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[@haraldtheyounger5504]

How loud is yours? I bought one, what a racket, between 49 to 67 dbs, louder than our tumble drier. I got the first one replaced, but this second one is much the same and switching to night mode makes little difference. Can't use it during the night as it is too loud, kind of defeats the purpose as the bedroom windows still have condensation. We used to have an eBac, which lasted us since the 1990's and then died a few months back. That was quiet, and effective.

[@bypyhgyk]

Hi. if you wish to save money on filters. You still need to replace them each 6 month- vacuuming does not help to clean it completely. I still vacuum mesh once per month by the way. Buy- 6808613 car filter. It fits if you cut it a little bit. I got 5 pcs for 3.50Eur each in European car parts shop.

[@711honved]

@@haraldtheyounger5504 Great dehumidifier but notoriously loud!

[@stuartthomson6687]

I bought one a few months ago, brilliant machine and saves me a fortune because I very rarely use my tuble dryer any more. It's paid for itself already!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Stuart! Yes! We've stopped using our tumble dryer now, and love how it dehumidifies the room at the same time too!

[@shamps25]

Just got the 25l version, had it on 2 days, instantly warmer in the house, no wet windows anymore, absolutely love it,what a game changer, great video by the way

[@DADDELIVERS]

That's really great to hear, thanks for taking the time to leave a kind comment @shamps25

[@brentsingleton8649]

Bought one of these for our conservatory a few months ago and wow what a difference it's made. Absolute game changer and like others, the tumble dryer is history. Can't recommend it enough. Great video.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Haha wonderful - thanks for the kind comment and really pleased it might be working out well for you too! We're using it full time as a tumble dryer at the moment...

[@kevinbeck6785]

We watched your brilliant video about the Meaco and what a difference it has made in the house no more condensation and mould no more, best purchase we have made, Thank You !

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment Kevin, really appreciate it and glad it might help. Good luck this winter!!!

[@charlesade2792]

good presentation, I just bought one over the weekend and amazed at the amount of water it sucked out of the air within 24 hours the air does feel different and I am praying for a reduction if condensation and mold. Would recommend it to anyone.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Charles, I appreciate it. One month on and... the mould isn't back so far!

[@hass8339]

Hi Charlie, where did you get it from. Look like meaco run out in every place?

[@charlesade2792]

@@hass8339 Hi Hass, I purchased it from the local Argos, it is a very thirsty machine. I did not know there was so much water in the air in my house.

[@Dee-jx6id]

Great review and demonstration you have a very easy voice to listen to! . thanks.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Dee, really appreciate it!

[@Frank-1964-]

Well what can I say, we have been suffering from mould in the bathroom, bedrooms and really doesn't make us feel healthy. I think you have convinced us into getting a couple of these machines. So glad we saw your vlog, I don't trust sales people but you have a trustworthy face so we are going for it. looking forward to emptying our first container 🙂

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment, I appreciate it. They're not cheap! If it were me, I'd try one machine first, but then I'm a bit of a tightwad. Good luck with the dehumidifier and hope it brings the mould down

[@rashomon2020]

I picked up the Arete two from Costco over the weekend and in one day we've noticed a huge improvement! We have old wooden single glazed windows and always suffer from condensation, mould and general damp in the house. Woke up today to a dry house and I wish I bought one years ago! A proper game changing device that actually delivers! Love your no-nonsense cheery video presentation mate!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind message, I appreciate it. Just shot a video of the Arete Two and the display is fantastic. Really pleased it's working well for you -- we use ours for drying all our laundry now instead of the tumble dryer, so saving lots there too...

[@MiteshParmar]

FYI: Dettol mould cleaner is the best, just spray and leave, no need to scrub. I've just bought the 12L version, looking forward to it.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Ah, big thanks Mitesh - that's a great tip, will try that. Good luck with the 12L version, ours is still going strong!

[@SpliffProductions]

Just got mine! Absolutely love it. The air feels completely different in the bedroom and for laundry...well let's just say there's not really any need for us to use the tumble dryer anymore, amazed to see how much I'll be saving from not having to put it on

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message -- we're on this rather than the tumble dryer at the moment too.. think we need some bigger airers! Thanks again

[@hindsey88]

Haven’t looked back since I got mine, in fact I might be investing in a second. Top video mate.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment! Hmmm a second one would really save me lugging it around... Get them to compete against each other! Thanks again

[@mamaalik12]

very good experience based review, beautifully presented in a friendly informal way, very calming voice, subscribed.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment - really appreciate it. Good luck with your dehumidifiers!

[@spursla1]

Great vid! You have a very calming voice. I've had my 25l Arete since October 2023. It was amazing, but then started playing up. Meaco were great, and after a sending back the machine twice, they sent a new one today. I know that sounds a hassle, but they did everything...they send a new box (I threw away the original), DPD collected it the next day, and they sent the new one 4 days later. Btw, did you wait 6 hours after delivery before using? Not sure how necessary that is. My new one just arrived 15 mins ago, I'm dying to use it. LOL. Thanks for the vid!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Adam, I appreciate it. Would love to know how it played up. I have dropped some wood shavings into the fan (long story) and I can hear them when the fan starts up. Was going to turn it upside down to try and shake them out, but then remembered the warning about letting it settle - I guess it's like the coolant in a fridge and how you're not meant to turn that on for a few hours... I did wait - but only because I think we've wrecked our fridge! That sounds like great service you got. I need to make a video about this but we found that we were emptying the basket daily for the first 6 weeks, then it went much longer to fill up. Almost like it dried out the house and now just deals more with the daily humidity. Hope it's working out well for you and thanks again!

[@froggiewrench1]

Nice detailed review. We've just invested in a Swan model for around £200, with slightly fewer features. No doubt these machines are game changers for damp rooms.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @froggiewrench1 - I havent seen the swan, will take a look!

[@muppetsshowupatspeakerscor579]

Hi got mine today 18l and wow in 5hrs I gathered 1 and half litres of water thank you very much for your great vlog as it helped me to purchase this item. 👍

[@DADDELIVERS]

That's really great to hear thanks, and thanks for taking the time to leave a kind comment after you got one! I found that after about a month, the amounts dropped which I think is because it's literally dried out the house and walls and is now dealing with just moisture in the air. Good luck with your humidity!

[@user-cd5ke2ef9i]

Excellent review and instruction, many thanks. I also have the Arete One -- it's superb.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment M, really appreciate it. Ours is still going really strong!

[@snoopycharlie8718]

Great review 🙂

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @snoopycharlie8718 - good luck with your dehumidifiers!

[@snoopycharlie8718]

@@DADDELIVERS Decided to get the 20l over the 12l based on another of your reviews 👌🏻 Thanks again! Your presentation style is humble and enjoyable to watch 👍🏻

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@snoopycharlie8718 Very excited for you - that's bigger than my one! I need 20L now!

[@snoopycharlie8718]

@@DADDELIVERS Ha, I was actually looking for the 18L but couldn't find one!

[@londonlady4521]

Superb review, thank you. I know nothing about dehumidifiers except that I need to get one, and I have learnt so much about them from this video. I now feel I have the necessary information to make an informed decision in order to purchase one of the dehumidifiers that Meaco produce.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment! Good luck with your dehumidifier

[@TheTubeinspector]

I really like your presentation which is at a steady,unhurried manner in a relax voice that is easily picked up by my 70 year old ears!So I have given you a thumb up and subscribed.Thanks for an excellent review.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for taking the time to leave this very kind comment, it's much appreciated! Good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@carla.8520]

I love this dehumidifier, that I bought another one. And thinking of getting another one, so every room in our house has one.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message Carla -- we've just got a second one, a 12L one and it's really good having them in 2 different areas!

[@jamnican2250]

Thanks for this!! getting one tomorrow 🎉

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment - good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@edwardhoulton8725]

I have the same one, it does an amazing job and for 256 watts, it dries all the laundry and provides most of the heating for the year. 😊 7:56. Personally, i do not use the full filter I have an air filter for that !

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Edward!

[@SystemForSuccess]

Great review I got it last week and I’m impressed how much water it pulls out I run it in bedroom for 3h per day then noticed I dehydrated in morning I guess my body not use to dry air 😂 can also give you headache if air is too dry or could be just me but it works wonders. And air purifier you notice how it reduces all dust floating around room when sun shines through window so it’s great 2 in 1

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message @systemforsuccess - yes, I think we're starting to feel dehydrated! Think I'll make a video about opening the filter after not looking at it for 6 months...

[@lynnfincham6839]

Just ordered a 12L one. We live in a bungalow two Front bedrooms extremely damp. Mould ect., mould has wrecked clothing and furniture. We have suspended timber floors over soil base(1940 bungalow). Had lots work done to try and beat our problems too. We have installed a PV- positive ventilation from loft to hall and that has increased movement of air dramatically . Cleaned out air bricks., had pointing done vented cavity., vented roof., painted breathable water replant paint to outside brickwork and block to the inside of walls . Also put in extraction fans to bathroom and kitchen for releasing of steam to outside. All of these things have helped and now hoping the dehumidifier will dry the air so the heating works more efficient., and gets rid of mouldy smells. Thank you for great video. Good luck … best wishes Lynn

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Lynn - we tried everything else too and this dehumidifier just did the rest. We even use it for all our clothes drying now instead of the tumble dryer so it's much cheaper(!!!) Good luck - let us know how you get on with it! I'll be reviewing a 12L version very soon and keen to see the difference, if any

[@4ndy123]

Cam we have an update?

[@superleggenda]

You can use the water for your iron (much better than tap water) and for your windshield wipers.

[@DADDELIVERS]

That's a great idea - thanks for the kind comment @superleggenda !

[@madhukarpatel4502]

I just my delivered today and hopefully start using from tomorrow.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @madhukarpatel4052 ! Really excited for you - and good work on giving it a chance to rest it after transporting before you turn it on!

[@saidul02]

i ordered probreeze30L compressor version, it's looks great

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @saidul02 - ahhh would love to check out the probreeze ones!

[@gordonsmith4576]

A great review. I went and purchased one, as my wife (who has the smell capacity of a tracker dog!) smelt some damp in our room. Just started using it, and it is a solid piece of equipment. Will let you know how it goes during the winter. Thanks for the tips.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Gordon -- my wife has trackerdog smell sense too. Good luck with the dehumidifying and the biggest shock for us was using it for laundry - saved so much on the (not using the) tumble dryer!

[@SatumainenOlento]

Great video! Very impressed how you explained the controls! Brilliant job! Thank you!!!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment @SatumainenOlento, I appreciate it! Good luck with your dehumidifier

[@sted4258]

Many thanks for the great explanation of the keypad and the effort you put into this excellent video

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @sted4258 - really appreciate it!

[@hln1969]

Ive just bought it, is it supposed to blow cold air? Also, after the house has come down to the correct humidity, how often should it be used on average?

[@hln1969]

Has it sorted the damp issue and do you still use it? I've just bought one as my house was built on a high water table so i intend to use it when it rains etc! Hopefully it'll work 🤞🏼 i reckon my house will be over 100% humidity

[@chosenandblessed9040]

The best explanatory video on Meaco. Thank you

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @chosenandblessed9040 - really apprecaite it! Hope it helps with your dehumidifier!

[@systemtim]

the mould is occurring because of poor ventilation and air circulation. Increase ventilation and use your dehumidifier and you will solve the problem

[@mussie302]

Thanks for this. I've been looking at Ebac, but this review makes me lean towards one of these.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @mussie -- I've not tried Ebac so thanks for the tip. Good luck with your choice!

[@drleo6409]

From what I understand if living in a high humidity summer location an air conditioner will lower humidity but a dehumidifier will decrease the need for the AC to run as much. I will see.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Ahh, that's really interesting thanks. I could see how that works, because the air would be less dense to process... Fingers crossed for your AC! Thanks for the kind comment and good luck with your dehumidifier and AC

[@KamalUddin-md4cj]

Great video mate. Very well explained. Thanks

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment, I appreciate it

[@iulianafetic1051]

Sunt din Romania si am cumpsrat si eu acest dezumificator dar baga aer rece ,unde gresesc.

[@JamieY-zp9kv]

Thanks for your detailed review! Do you suggest to place the dehumidifier in a central part of a house (eg. Hallway), in order to benefit to dehumidify the whole house (mid terraced 3 bed)? As my property does suffer from water build up/condensation on the windows in the bedrooms and moreso in the front porch. Thanks.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment and question: We've been moving ours around for the first couple of months because our situation sounds almost identical to yours. The hallway has been good for getting the humidity down for the whole house, but I've been putting it into the bedrooms during the day with the door closed to draw out everything there. It's really worked - my daughter's bedroom was the worse: humidity of 81% and now it's down to 55% What's spooky is that we were emptying the 5L bucket every day, sometimes twice for the first few weeks, now it takes a few days to fill up and the house is at around 55% humidity, so it feels like we've drawn out damp from the walls etc and only dealing with the stuff that's in the air mostly now: from boiling rice, pasta, showers, breathing etc. Plus we use it for laundry and very rarely use the tumble dryer now, so hope to be saving power while the dehumidifier is doing double duty with our clothes and the house. Hope this helps - good luck with getting rid of the condensation!

[@rosanna.w.4087]

How loud are these? Do they rattle? Mine is so loud I live in a small open plan home. If it just sounds like a blowing fan I'm okay with that.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Mine sounds like a loud fan, so I leave it on on the landing at night. This might be tricky in an open plan home - but we find it okay during the day. Hope this helps!

[@clansome]

Waiting to get my 25l Meaco Arete 2 which addresses all the things that were missing from the Arete 1, such as controllability by App (both Google and Alexa). Even though it's quite a bit more expensive (20L £270, 25L £320), there seems to be bit of a wait list direct from Meaco but other companies have stock.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message - I have a 12L arete two waiting to be opened on camera, so now can't wait to see the differences!

[@theglowberries3608]

Thank you, really helpful 😊

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment. Good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@dougdavies1089]

Just bought the 25 litre i have COPD ive been told it will help

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Doug -- if it helps, when the weather turned cold we really noticed the positive effect in the house, plus we now use it all the time for the laundry instead of the tumble dryer! Good luck with the dehumidifier!

[@coffinraider1]

Hi Doug, Have you noticed any difference with your breathing ?

[@Sunshine-jk9jq]

Great honest video. Well done.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Big thanks for the kind comment Sunshine, really appreciate it!

[@StevenThompson-q3z]

Excellent demonstration, really useful, many thanks!!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Steven, I appreciate it - good luck!

[@duncancarr7822]

Thank you for your video. It was very useful. Just bought the 12L a few days ago, had it on 24/7 trying to achieve 40% RH. only using 155w. It has changed my life beyond belief. I haven't used a fan heater since I have had it. No central heating. RH down from 70% to under 50 now. Air quality and temperature is beautiful. I sleep better, dream more. Even the cat is happier. I can even spend all day in my underwear in the flat. I've lived here 12 years, this has never been possible prior to this. I don't anticipate I'll need any heating unless anything crazy happens. The small amount of heat it creates is perfect in combination with the reduction in RH (Relative Humidity). The air is now easier to heat, so the small amount of heat generated by the humidifier is perfect for the flat. Now all of the flat is at a perfect "Goldilocks" temperature, no hot spots, no cold spots. No central heating whatsoever. Mind blowing.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for taking the time to leave this very kind and interesting comment Duncan. I've just got a power socket that measures power, so looking forward to seeing what my Arete One and Two are using. And I'm convinced ours are keeping the rooms warmer without heating! Thanks again

[@duncancarr7822]

@@DADDELIVERS You're welcome. Weeks in and still no heating needed at all. As I mentioned, no central heating in my flat. No fan heater needed whatsoever. It did drop to -1 the other day, and my flat was 21 degrees. I thought the Arete had broken, but I decided to put it on "continuous" mode, and it was at 32% RH, and had turned itself off! I have now purchased a Meaco humidifier to "balance out" this situation, which actually works a treat. I, personally, try to aim for 55% RH. I still can't believe this new life - it's mind boggling! Thanks again.

[@maxfactor4209]

I am using it for 5 years... remember this dehumidifier can't get rid of mold by itself, certainly not enough... You need to warm up your house to at least 20c so the air holds enough moisture which allows your dehumidifier to extract it.

[@gavinberry1796]

Hi from South Africa - I’ve ordered one

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message Gavin - good luck with the dehumidifier!

[@gavinberry1796]

@@DADDELIVERS it’s working like a charm, I have one of my neighbours going out for one too

[@punjabap139]

Hi, i want to asking, is that less energy consumption or not?

[@chubbyBunny94]

If you want it to turn on at certain times. Use this with a smart plug. Connect it via the smart plug and only turn it off by the via the plug not the machine itself. When the plug is turned back on the humidify turns on automatically - no need to press the power button on the machine. I have my smart plug configured to turn on at 3am (it’s always on night mode) by the time I wake up, windows are clear in the bedroom. The plug auto turns off after 3hours.

[@DADDELIVERS]

That's a brilliant idea thanks. And thanks for the kind comment, I appreciate it

[@emmawaldron7023]

What is the depth front to back of the dehumidifier please?

[@billyarmstrong3884]

Thank you, great step by step review

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Billy, appreciate it. Good luck with your dehumidifier if you go for it!

[@MuhammadAli-hr1bj]

Excellent presentation like a pro.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment Muhammad, I appreciate it

[@jaki1979]

Great review

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Jaki!

[@yvonneburn1628]

Thank you for the brilliant informative video. You simplified all the instructions which was a great help for me. I had got the Meaco Arête 25. Set it for 40 humidity, it’s still 59. It has been on now for 3 days but I don’t seem to be drawing a lot of water in. My wall is very wet, with a strong smell of wet plaster. Am I expecting too much in a short time? Also the air blowing out of mine is very cold.

[@christinaedwards5084]

From what I’ve seen from the website temperature plays a factor. At 10c it’s a mere 2.5l per day. At 20c it was 13l per day.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Yvonne Thanks for the kind message and sorry to hear it doesn't seem to be drawing much out. We ran ours continuously for about 3 weeks and we were emptying the full 5 litre canister every day. Now it doesn't seem to be emptying so often, so we think we've drawn out some from the walls. The suggestion below seems a good one, that it collects different amounts at different temperatures. Are you getting the bucket filled often, like once per day? The cold air is interesting. Our fan air feels quite warm, when the compressor is on. There's a light on the bottom left hand side of the panel with an icon like a drip with 2 lines. This shows the compressor is on and it's dehumidifying... When that light goes off, I think the instructions say it's sampling the air or has reached it's target humidity. If that light is always off and the fan air is cold all the time, there might be a problem and it might be worth a call to Meaco. Sorry I can't be more help and hope its collecting lots of water.

[@sdm.1980]

Meaco develop now the Meaco Dry Arete Two in 2024 ..it comes with an app now downloaded from App Store or Google Play..and also voice controlled through the app

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind message. I'm hoping to get my hands on one (or rather 'Two') this autumn. The app sounds like fun!

[@andyhello23]

You should also upgrade your bathroom extractor fans

[@david_new46]

I did this and used anti mould paint. Both brilliant.

[@helenalovelock1030]

Does that work for the whole house or do you move it around ? How big is your house ?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for asking - ours is a normal 2 floor 3 bed house. It can do the whole house from the downstairs hallway, but we move it around to dry out particular rooms. So have it in the kitchen when we're drying out laundry there, or a bedroom if the humidity is high there. But it is v heavy (with handle and wheels)!

[@LB-OnYouTube]

Great video. I’d like to use one with home automation, by attaching it to a smart plug. For this to work it would need to come on, in one of the programme modes, as soon it is switched on via the smart plug. Can it do this, or does it always need to be turned on manually, via hand, using the power switch on the unit?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi, thanks for the great question -- for me, when I turn off the dehumidifier from the socket, when the socket is turned on, the dehumidifier comes back on at the setting it was last on -- no need to hit the power/on button on the unit. So I think it would work with an automated plug. Hope I've understood the question correctly and good luck with the dehumidifier! PS The Arete Two model can be controlled remotely via the Meaco app, as well as being switched on as above.

[@LB-OnYouTube]

@@DADDELIVERS Brilliant - thank you for answering my question. Given your response, I think I may buy one and integrate into our smart home. Thanks again.

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@LB-OnKZbin Thanks - I just checked again now, and mine can be turned on and off from the switch at the wall

[@Maxwasinthe212]

we have mold in our house so we bought the 12l one for the bedrooms and waiting for it ill update this comment when it comes

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment - congratulations! Fingers crossed it does the business!

[@richiep3520]

Thank you for that detailed review. Can I ask, does it work well if left in one central place in the home? I was aware of the 12l and 20l but the 18l might be enough for out 1600sq ft 3 bed home. Our humidity is constantly 80% and hoping this can work some magic.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Richie Thanks for the kind question -- it has worked really well if left centrally. We leave ours in the hallway of a home that sounds like yours, with 2 floors. What we've done is also take it into the rooms with the door closed to properly dry it out - in the first few months it was filling up within a day, and later takes a few days to fill up, so we think it's dried out the walls. And now we use it instead of our tumble dryer. The mould has all but gone, and the couple of places we've found some pre-existed before getting the dehumidifier... Good luck with your choice and thanks again!

[@edinasaracevic6384]

My Naeco makes the sane noise in the night mode. I don't understand why. Would it be because it is still high concrete of dump? I can't live it on in the night. Please help.

[@CiansVids]

Did you get this sorted? Mines reading about 48 decibels on a sound meter app.

[@Proper-Kernow]

14 degrees in summer feels a lot warmer than 14 degrees in winter. Lowering humidity can cut the need for heating.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Too true, thanks @proper-Kernow!

[@happyhong6691]

Good video Dad, I want to know how long do you have to change the filter?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Really good question We've only had ours for 4 months but whenever we use an air purifier we use a vacuum cleaner to clean off the filter. I guess it's tricky to put a time on it as it depends on how long it's run per day... Sorry I can't be of more help, we'll keep ours going for at least a year with cleaning the filter every few months... thanks again for the kind comment

[@Joe90-e4r]

Buy an EBAC, buy British, I had a Chinese made dehumidifier that packed up. It cost around £300, was a heavy duty one. Had to throw it away as it couldn’t be repaired. Bought an EBAC with 5 year warranty for around the same price. Very good build quality.

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@Joe90-e4r Thanks for the kind tip Joe

[@LoveWalking24]

Use Bleach to clean the mold. I use Bleach, works a treat. AHD.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind suggestion!

[@davideyres955]

Bleach isn’t actually the best thing for getting rid of mould. It just changes the colour. There is quite a bit of water in bleach so when the bleach evaporates you are left with water for it to create the right environment for mould. Better to use the correct mould treatment. I’ve used dry zone mould remover and sanitizer. Seems to do the job on wood but can’t comment on non porous surfaces.

[@andrewpelling-e4z]

Thanks for the informative video. I just bought a used 12L one, but had no instruction manual, or hepa filter. I was told that the dehumidifier and the air purifier can be used independently. I only want it for dehumidifying the flat, without the purifier running. (filters are expensive and I have 2 purifiers already. Plus running the purifier makes the machine slightly louder) You say the purifier runs all the time. Now you've had it longer, have you noticed that they can run independently, and if so, how do you set it to just dehumidify?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Andrew Thanks for the kind comment and questions. They can be used independently, but as Humidifier+purifier or Purifier only mode. I think the idea is that the filter protects the water extraction system inside from getting gunked up. Also, when I remove the filter, as you say - the whooshing gets louder. If I were you, and I hate buying filters - but it would be a good investment to make your dehumidifier quieter and help it last longer by making sure the air that goes in is filtered - it also means the air it pumps out is cleaner too. The official ones are eyewateringly expensive, but there seem to be some compatible ones on Amazon which are a little cheaper. amzn.to/3Ad6wia Hope I've understood things correctly and good luck with your dehumidifer!

[@andrewpelling-e4z]

@@DADDELIVERS Thank you, mate. I appreciate you replying and the information and the link. Keep up the great work.

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@andrewpelling-e4z Thanks Andrew, I appreciate it, and hope it all goes great!

[@aftablondon]

Where can we get a replacement filter in future?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi, thanks for the kind question - you can get them from the Meaco website, or on Amazon amzn.to/40up5Jt Hope this helps!

[@helenalovelock1030]

Could I put it in the loft for a while do you think ? I’ve got mould up there after our bathroom extractor fan was blowing steam up there for a while 😫😫😫

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Helena Thanks for asking -- Yes you could put this in the loft with a couple of buts... It is heavy, so lugging it up a ladder would be very difficult for me And it sounds like your loft might be completely insulated from the outside -- it tends not to do so well if outside air is coming in because it naturally tries to dehumidify the new air that's coming in and ends up not doing much to the room, if say a window or door is open.,.. Hope this helps and thanks again!

[@jocknteam]

Hi, Thank you for the review with a detailed description on how to use the Meaco Arete dehumidifier. We just bought one as condensation is a serious problem in our bathroom and the extractor fan is not helping much. Is it safe to place this in the bathroom? If not, what would be the best place?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Jocknteam thanks for the kind question -- I definitely wouldn't put it in the bathroom - the fan is quite open. If it were me I'd put it anywhere in the corridor, though I've put ours in the bedroom on the floor where the bathroom was a problem for us - it's so powerful that if it reduces the humidity in one room, the moisture flows from the rest of the house to there so you dehumidify the whole house from one room, if the door is open Hope this helps

[@jocknteam]

@@DADDELIVERS Thank you!

[@johnrichards2406]

I've had two ABC 12 L, both have broken down in under 12 months . 😢

[@davideyres955]

Is got a warrantee for 5 years I think.

[@JackBWakeham]

Not sure you ever followed up on how much it brought down the RH? You sort of mention if felt dryer, but that could just be a placebo. (apologies if you did)

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Jack Thanks for the kind question- in the middle of making the 6 months on review! We have a hydrometer and it regularly brings down my daughter's room from 81% to 61% in a few hours I don't know if it's still drying out walls or just condensation caused by cooking washing breathing etc but it's putting out about 5 litres every 2 days now. Hooe this helps!

[@JackBWakeham]

@@DADDELIVERS Yep very helpful thank you! :)

[@Jamesnebula]

Is there any advantage in going into the hire capacity models I've got a relatively small problem and I'm looking at the 12 l does a larger capacity mean it's quieter for the same amount of work?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi James - I think the capacity refers to how much it dehumidifies per hour? I think the 12L will be just fine for you. I don't know if it's any quieter because the models all look quite similar. Well worth it! Good luck with your dehumidifier and thanks again!

[@w65ahmed]

HI, love the video i bought from auction today, and wanted to turn it on, and found this video before i start to run it, thank you

[@DADDELIVERS]

Wow you got one from an auction, that's brilliant. Good luck with your dehumidifier and thanks for the kind message, I appreciate it!

[@mihai-traianbota6838]

Hi mate My dehumidifier working after 6 h no water in the water tank, why???

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Mihai - sorry to hear this - that doesn't sound good. The only 2 reasons I can think of is it's either on a target humidity that's higher than your room (so it's set to 70% but your room is 68% for example) Or the unit is set to AP mode which is air purifier mode which switches off the dehumidifying. The only other thing - if it's the first time and it's never collecting anything would be to give Meaco a call. There's a warning (which I ignored) to not turn the unit on until 8 hours after transporting it - like with fridges - to allow the coolant inside to settle. I've seen warnings that if it is turned on too early, it can bork the unit and break it. Hope it's not that major and hope you find a fix for this. Thanks again for the kind question

[@alexwinner6185]

Very helpful review

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment Alex - good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@mra682]

I'm missing that carry handle for the water bucket..

[@DADDELIVERS]

Oh, that sounds really unusual. I'm sure if you contacted Meaco they would/should send you one - it looks like it just clips on there. Thanks for the kind comment.

[@johnw2758]

Depends on the unit size, 10/12 L don't have one

[@ArturK1M]

Is it £179 before tax? If so then it's still good deal. I only found one online 20l version in Costco for £225. In store I think they had 10l.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment - yes, it was 179 before and 220 after, the Costco 20L version Good luck with your dehumidifying!

[@MrGTFOplz]

Have you checked your house for leaks? That mould looks excessive. Hopefully your dehumidifier has helped with that..

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment - we did have a leak year before last, but it all seems sealed now. The dehumidifier has really helped with drying everything out!

[@1momsrose]

Is it available in US?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Diana - thanks for the kind question -- I've been looking around on Amazon and the Meaco site and it doesn't look like it is available in the US... Which is strange because we bought this in Costco, where all the products are very American! Hope this helps and sorry I can't help more

[@1momsrose]

Ok. I do thank you for your input, appreciate it very much! We'll have to get some other brand sold here in the US

[@OYMInternetRadio]

I'm looking to get one. How did you get on with the mold in the bedroom? Any updates on the difference? Has the mold gone?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Yes, all gone thanks again. Answered on another video, but Still finding some small pockets remaining but we've only had this under a year. It's changed the house for us... Good luck with your choice!

[@antifugazi]

Have you tried in the cold winter?

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@antifugazi hi - thanks for the kind question: yes from Oct to March last year -- really don't regret getting this, plus we now use this instead of the tumble dryer for drying our clothes indoors. Hope this helps- good luck with your choice!

[@pumpkineater23]

Position them as far away from radiators as possible. Windows closed, internal door open.

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks @pumpkineater23!

[@BYAIREAL]

Its at 70% isnt that bad? Its recommend to be between 30 and 50 isnt it? Why is it so high

[@psmdhaneef]

Thanks

[@DADDELIVERS]

Good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@bridiemegan]

Sold im getting one.thanks

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment @bridiemegan - Ours is still going strong and we love it!

[@helenalovelock1030]

Does it purify air at the same time as dehumidify or do you have to do that separately ?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind question Helena Yes it does - the air that's drawn in for the dehumidifier goes through the air filter. And you can turn off the dehumidifier part in the summer to use it just as a purifier whenever needed. Hope this helps!

[@helenalovelock1030]

@@DADDELIVERS awesome thank you 🙏🏻

[@helenalovelock1030]

Does it work in the really cold UK temperatures say in a conservatory that is unheated ??? It looks really good.

[@JunglistMassiveDuB]

The problem in the UK is that they have crap houses...and they dont heat enough..so that's why so much mould.

[@margaretclarson8670]

Just received ours . Question , why does it blow out cold air ? Seems pointless when the heating is on . I’m a blonde 74 year old , please excuse my stupidity lol 😢

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi Margaret Thanks for the kind question - it's a very good one! I'm hoping that it doesn't blow out cold air all the time... There are 4 lights underneath the number that's being displayed. When the light on the bottom left is on, is when it's dehumidifying - I think. So I'm assuming that this light isn't on when it feels like the air is cold. When it's doing the cold air and no light on - I understand that it's either sampling the air to test the humidity... or it has hit the target humidity, so it's just whirring around until the humidity goes up, when the compressor kicks in (which is shown by the little light) and it starts dehumidifying again. So... if you press the 'drip' button on the left of the number, and keep pressing it - it jumps to different humidity levels: CO for continuous, 40, 45, etc up to 70. For a test, keep pressing that button until it shows either CO (for permanently on) or 40. If you then leave the button alone, the number will then show the current humidity. I'm assuming your humidity is higher than 40. You should see the light come on - the light which is furthest on the left at the bottom, and the air coming out should feel warmer? Does this work? Even so - from time to time the compressor (and the little light) will go off and coldish/colder air will come out, and I believe this is totally normal. Hope this helps!

[@margaretclarson8670]

@@DADDELIVERS Thank you for your very helpful reply 👍

[@JagHiroshi]

Is your house built on top of a fresh spring or something? That's one hell of a lot of water you're extracting!

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks - it's gone down a lot after the first week but still keeps delivering!!!

[@Olympiamaniac]

Drying clothes indoors tends produce a lot of water as they are wet

[@davymackie]

I've bought the meaco one 12l and I find the compressor to be noisy. Constant humming/buzzing sound that is louder than the fan. Has anyone else experienced this issue?

[@DADDELIVERS]

Hi, sorry to hear this. It sounds like the compressor, which I think is the thing that cools inside that condenses the water in the air. Ours is pretty loud - too loud to sleep in the room with it but not too disturbing in the house. Someone else in the comments said they sent theirs back and Meaco replaced it. For them, they said it might have been due to turning it on before the 6 hours to let the coolant inside settle. It's a bit like being advised not to turn on a new fridge after transit. I'd get in touch with Meaco for their advice, and hope you get it sorted. Thanks again for the kind comment and question, and good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@Smellybush]

I've just bought the 20L version and quiet it isn't. Anybody saying they are cleary have a hearing problem or are lying. The compressor makes the most noise, same noise as a loud fridge. No way in hell could I sleep with it in the bedroom.

[@sm0983]

Arent these meant to lower the humidity & make the air cooler instead of warmer

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the kind comment - I think it depends on the climate you're in, so apparently both might be true. Good luck with your dehumidifier!

[@bushraahmed9602]

Clean use gloves moul or go your blood mix and get fungel lung.

[@magni1308]

You poured the resevoir into a sink that already had a whole washing up bowl of water just sitting there!! Remember to put bath and sink plugs in as the sink traps have water sitting too

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks!

[@Cranstal]

Great video

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks for the very kind comment @cranstal, I appreciate it!

[@francis_n]

Arete (Aretay) comes from the ancient Greek concept of "excellence"

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks Francis- I'd since seen this and appreciate the confirmation! Thanks again for taking the time for this kind comment

[@francis_n]

@@DADDELIVERS also great and thorough review. Itself lives up to the name Arete. I'm considering buying the 10L so this video helped a lot 👍🏾

[@DADDELIVERS]

@@francis_n Good luck with the 10L - ours is still going strong!

[@steveelkins52]

I think your house needs top openings in the windows, you have a ventilation problem

[@DADDELIVERS]

Thanks Steve! We have many other problems too, so appreciate the kind comment!

[@lynnfincham6839]

Perhaps think about trickle vents on your windows

[@hut375]

Ifyour cleaning mould, use PPE, facemask with air clean cartridges, gloves, paper boiler suit, plastic overshoes. You dont want to be breathing in those mold spores. That stuff get into your lungs etc, it wont be funny years down the. Readalk about it on the internet. It gets in your eyes as well. Wear eye protection.

[@shauntaylor3968]

If you're getting that much mold i would find the sorce if you dont want chronic chest problems that you will never recover from find the problem it will be healthier if not for you then do it for your child's sake just a educated advice. Check your roof or your walls outside may need pointing all the best 😮😊❤❤❤