How to use your MeacoDry Arete® One Dehumidifier and Air Purifier | Meaco

[@OldQueer]

Bought two of these on the weekend after a good recommendation from a friend. It has been around 24 degrees with 78% humidity. Even within a few hours it made the house feel so much more comfortable. Brought it down to 55% within about 3 hours. Used the laundry mode as an experiment on a king sized duvet cover. It was absolutely excellent and dried it really quickly. This will be a life saver in the winter. Thoroughly recommend this product.

[@bdavies1995]

Just got mine today and I'm so amazed how much water this has already pick up. Within 1 hour I had loads of water inside the tank. If you have a house with moisture or damp, I highly recommend. I've had a few dehumidifier and nothing compares to this.

[@chanelp3800]

Fabulous what size did you get .? I’m looking at the 25l one now but people saying way to noisy is it ? I want the filter too for dust & dander etc

[@giddy9052]

​@@chanelp3800I have one couldn't be happier and it's quite quiet. It has a night mode where it goes to minimum, low fan, no beeps and panel lights are off.

[@chanelp3800]

​@giddy9052 hi I got one few weeks ago I took ages to get water in really good Air quality I'd much purer now especially having a puppy dachshund with the hair & dander ! & puppy smells lol

[@rhicassidy8794]

I’ve just purchased one and it’s arrived! I’ve reached peak adulthood being excited for this😂 I’ve wanted a dehumidifier & air purifier for a while as I live in a flat of a town centre and I suffer every winter from chest colds/ infections as well as awful hayfever every summer and dust is endless! I said screw it and spent a bit on the MeacoDry Arete One as I’ve read so many good reviews. I like how it purifies and dehumidifies as well as other functions and it’s sleek looking with easy functions☺️ I’ve obviously got to give it time to see how it helps improve my home air so I really hope it helps my health too a bit!

[@nhomotnguoi5610]

Purchased: August 2022 - still works GREAT! kzbin.infoUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn I live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install.This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment.I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!

[@helenalovelock1030]

It’s not an A/C though ???

[@paulwarrington1966]

I bought two 20L ones for my slightly larger than average 3 bed house. I have one downstairs centrally in the house, and one upstairs. This brings the humidity down upstairs, and downstairs at the same rate, in about a day. Otherwise with only one downstairs it takes about 3 days for the humidity to drop upstairs as well. Bonus of having two, if one breaks down there's always a back up, and they should both last longer...

[@helenalovelock1030]

I’m thinking about getting 2 too. Not sure what sizes though 3 bedrooms upstairs and downstairs Lounge, large kitchen and conservatory so may look at an Ebac one as can do cooler temperatures for conservatory 3degrees. Not sure though 😬😬

[@hackneymarshes]

Very nice video and clear instructions. The presenter has a very calming voice and friendly demeanor.

[@Danieldfr]

Bought this recently and must say it’s the best product I’ve ever purchased. It’s been difficult to get rid of the moisture in the house now during the winter, especially as we dry clothes indoors. I’ve bought multiple semi-cheap (50-90€) dehumidifiers from Amazon and they just couldn’t deliver what I needed. Decided to spend the 249€ for the 12L and my god the performance is just absolutely insane. I have thermometers in every single room to measure the humidity and I can say that this thing delivers to a tee. Living in a 2 story 2 bedroom townhouse. Get one, you won’t regret it.

[@MiteshParmar]

Had mine for a about 2 months now. Amazing peice of kit. Bonus is that it can be flat against the wall. Not using the air filter makes a big difference on the noise.

[@FLOSSYTREADWELL]

My 25L is doing an amazing job folks & my home is now dry and mould free. I've learned to understand how it works & why it does this or that. Now it has my home dry it mainly only comes on every 30 minutes to test the air. I use it regularly for Laundry and it usually dries it before the 6 hours so I simply press the smart humidity button to bring it out os Smart Laundry mode & the fan then reduces. I find hanging laundry higher up dries faster in a room with doors closed. When its' finished I then place it in the hall with doors open so it can maintain the whole apartment. It is larger than I needed but expect more leaks from above so I do have special circumstances. I'm getting the 25L for my son as his house is much larger & it's going to be busy for a while until it gets the dampness in the walls reduced.I am delighted so far. P.S. The fan was louder while it spent a few days getting my apartment dried out. In night mode it quietens but will keep working to reduce humidity if it's bad so give it time to get your home in shape.

[@helenalovelock1030]

I’m thinking of getting the 25l one. I have a standard 3 bedrooms and thinking of putting it on the landing. However I have a conservatory downstairs (not heated overnight) so I think I need something downstairs as well. Does the 25 L do you’d whole house? Do you have it in one place or move it around ? It’s quite heavy ?

[@FLOSSYTREADWELL]

@@helenalovelock1030 Hi Helena, In short I move mine if needed to use as a air purifier in a specific room. I have an apartment all on one floor and it does all rooms. I have birds so need to clean the filters and the back regular plus like to keep it tip top working. So brush vacuum the dust on the outside facing of the hepa filter so to pull dust back and not through the filter. Maintenance is important to keep it functioning at its best and keeping all windows clear. If weather turns quickly condensation will appear but the Meaco Arete soon catches up & rids it. I've used heating much less & the whole flat never has that cold areas I used to get. Your question... Yes I'd get the 25L I have 2 very large bedrooms . I got my son same 25L but his home has 3 floors and basement was very damp. He now dries all his washing down there with the Arete.. tip (it will dry washing on normal function but will take hours) So machine will be going much longer.. I use the 'laundry' option and it's dry in couple of hours. (Try to hang laundry higher than Arete but not over it. Close as possible though) It IS very heavy like pulling a box full of heavy glass bottles, especially if needs emptying. So unplug and empty before moving. The machine will stop completely after laundry mode so when you press 'on' it will start again in laundry mode.. simply press the dehumidifier button to switch out of laundry mode at any time. If you keep all doors open it will work longer to clear the whole house so you could either.. Have 2 machines to save keep alternating.. or.. one machine which will be on much longer. All situations are unique so nobody can tell you how yours will work for you in your home. I can tell you though that mine took a few days on all the time putting on night mode at night) the fan does go quieter but this is only noticed if it's working full force when you turn night mode on. So you may notice a youtube vid where she says the night button makes no difference... Well as I said, it does when working full fans as it will alter to just the one fan or less power? I'm unsure of what happens but it does change the functioning to quieter. If your Arete is getting full close to bedtime, you can turn off and empty it not have to wait until stops and red light is on. We empty the large water compartment every couple of days. After months we are still delighted with our warmer drier homes and less washing hanging around. I rarely use tumble drier, very rare. I do ramble so if I haven't answered properly please ask again or any other questions. Meaco are also very helpful and soon respond to questions placed on their website. This machine was a solid investment for me and as someone with a lot of damp and leaks from DIY enthusiast in apartment above. I'm still in love with my Arete :-)

[@FLOSSYTREADWELL]

The 20L id same size casing as the 25L Some stores sell 18L but not online. I saw one on youtube... not sure size of the casing.. Tip: If you scuff your casing dragging vacuum past or clash with something. It can be impossible to get off the surface with normal cleaners. 'PINK' cream cleaner moves it in a jiffy.

[@helenalovelock1030]

@@FLOSSYTREADWELL thank you so so much for answering I think I’m going to bite the bullet and get one for the upstairs at least. We have mould in our loft 😫😫 for where our bathroom fan was releasing steam into the loft unknowingly. I will definitely get the 25L then think about getting one that works well in colder temperatures for the kitchen conservatory which is where we dry washing in the winter. Do you use it in the summer too?

[@FLOSSYTREADWELL]

@@helenalovelock1030 You're very welcome. I've not had it that long juse a few colder months where condensation was terrible (up 3 inches high on bottom of bedroom windows) I will use the AP Air purifier alone in summer Helena. it'll keep the bird dander down. You can also get charcoal filter instead of the normal ones if there are smokers in your home. As you probably read the Air purifier can be used independently or its on automatically when the dehumidifier is on. So it will probably get some rest on and off throughout summer months. As soon as I see wet or mould or my little £12 Amazon humidity meter aka hygrometer, rises I'll be using it. Also for washing & cooking, the latter really raised moisture in your home and when I cook for a while the meter goes up. You can also switch your machine on to check levels if you have no meter. I find my amazon hygrometer matches the Arete reading - if it changes I know the hygrometer needs recalibrating. I got both ours (mine and my son's) from John Lewis. They also have a great deal of info for the machine after purchase & troubleshooter. Ignore part where it says wheels come inside the water changer.. I believe that's old info on John Lewis as theyr'e now already fixed on these 25L. Its free delivery and the customer care is great too. As long as you receive a brand new machine. I went through any negative comments and found it was generally from posters who had not understood the machine. If the fan sounds louder altering position slightly can alleviate that. It is louder when fully working hard to absorb the moisture. the enclosed instruction are limited for people like me who need everything spelling out. So if you have any issues and want fast answer & I can help with that. But please contact Meaco for a professional answer. Thing is not to sit and worry that something is wrong - get help. As you use it and become accustomed it will all make sense :-) These are made for british weather & though you may read that the Dessicant type is better for colder wet rooms. I would say that for an unheated outside garage in canada, perhaps yes but the Arete is fine for cooler wet rooms and basements in UK :-)

[@FlameGodFlann]

I ordered and today received 2 MeacoDry Arete One's on the strength of this presentation and many positive reviews. I know they will make a world of difference to the home's humidity during the colder months.

[@dennistaylor3009]

10 out of 10 bought 2 ,1 upstairs 1 downstairs i can highly recommend this for the house.

[@helenalovelock1030]

What sizes did you get ?

[@vinegarjoe9706]

Bought mine Dec '21. Packed in late Dec '23. After a protracted comms session of taking photographs of everything about the machine, I didn't have the original packaging (understandable??), they sent me an empty box to transport it back for assessment. It was deemed to be "dead" but still under warranty, so thay provided a brand new machine.

[@lucynam-m9477]

I've got the Arete 12l and one BIG regret about this purchase: WHY I HAVEN'T BOUGHT IT EARLIER!???💧⛔💧⛔💧 It is a game changer! 🔥🔥

[@sidfuel]

hello, i stuck between 12 an 20 liter. how much m2 is the room for the 12 l?

[@matthewcameron2367]

I have only just purchased the 20L model, and so far I'm impressed, I will see how I get on as my flat is prone to damp and mold. It's very easy to operate, and one thing the video doesn't mention, is that you don't need the HEPA filter to operate it, and the air purification mode can be run without the HEPA filter. According to the manual, if you install the HEPA filter there is no need to enter air purification mode as it does both at the same time.

[@isaz597]

Thank you. I got my dehumidifier recently and I appreciate your video with instructions

[@timeajenei2083]

I bought the LE 20l one and I can't stop obsessing about the value of these machines. I can honestly say it changed our lives on so many levels Warmer home, much much better air quality, better sleep quality. No condensation, no mould. I am now looking to buy this one as well as the Hepa filter turned out to be something we desperately needed without knowing we did. And this one comes with better Hepa filter.However this one is sold out. Can I have info about the date when it will be available again? Thanks

[@MeacoUK]

20L Low Energy also comes with a HEPA filter and is in stock everywhere. Arete as you say also has a HEPA filter and should be in stock in 3 weeks time. The 25L version is in stock at the moment.

[@timeajenei2083]

@@MeacoUK Thank you for your answer. Unfortunately at the time of my comment both of them were already sold out. I also looked around in 3rd party websites as well. I am aware that LE comes with HEPA, I just would like to have the one with the better HEPA. Thanks anyway. I registered my email address for notifications for when it becomes available again. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@MeacoUK]

@@timeajenei2083 The response and demand from customers is amazing, so demand is out running supply at the moment but more stocks will arrive later in the month.

[@flix75uk]

I have just purchased the 20l dry aerate one and I’m really impressed with the amount of water it’s collected, the condensation has gone and the wife’s asthma has eased, recommended this to my parents and brother and both are seriously considering buying . One question …. Can the hepa filter be washed when dirty ?😊

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Thank you for your kind comments. HEPA filters should always be binned to prevent the particles from being released back into the air.

[@flix75uk]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 thankyou for the quick reply, will purchase filters from the meaco web site when needed

[@Mortthemoose]

Wow! That looks so much better designed than mine!! I bought my 1st proper dehumidifier last year. Due to the stupid council's exterior insulation, that was put on in 2020, the humidity in my house, which used to be a perfect 45% all year round, goes up to ridiculous amounts in the summer! After a LOT of research I bought the Ecoair low energy one, but it's incredibly loud!! It's touch icons are on the side, so you have to bend down to see what you're doing, which due to disability/pain, hurts me every time! The icons are also small! 🙄 No handle on the water tub either, etc etc etc! I have two of the Meaco big fans, and they are one the best purchases I have EVER made!! We had two mini heatwaves, here in Scotland, and they absolutely saved my life! I've got bad M.E., and can't control my own body temperature. Question: I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l Is it as quiet as this big one? Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l? What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size? Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house) It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it?? That's incredibly quiet compared to my 12l Ecoair!! PS: could you please do a ideo on either the 10l or 12l MeacoDry Arete? Thanks

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Miss Moose, thank you for your kind comments, I can answer your questions as follows. I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l Is it as quiet as this big one? - it is a lot quieter at 35dB Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l? - just that the smaller 10L is physically smaller, all of the features remain the same. What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size? - the 10 and 12L have the same size tank and the machines are physically the same. You just get 20% more water from the 12L. Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house) There is a free HEPA filter in the box, but you don't have to use it. It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it?? - Yes it was! Hope this helps. Chris

[@evansa6947]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just received a MeacoDry Arete One 10l. The water tank on the received model does not have a handle like the black one featured in the video, but it dues have the side grips. I previously had a Meaco DD122FW-MK4 dehumidifier which is great and still working eleven years on, but have upgraded due to energy hikes. Wish I'd gone for the 12L but so far so good with the 10l.

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

@@evansa6947 Thank you for your purchase. You are correct that there is no handle because of space and because the tank is a lot lighter so a handle is not required.

[@BirdsEyeViewOfMyUke]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just got an Arete One 12L, the instruction booklet, labelled "10L and 12L", clearly says the water tank has a carry handle - but as you say here, the units themselves do not. I don't agree at all that it is easy to empty without a handle - please do a video showing how you empty a full 10L or 12L water tank without it spilling everywhere - I can't manage to, even with the tank only half full, it spills. I just messaged customer service about this, in the hope that maybe there was a problem with my tank, and I'd be able to get a replacement, with a handle, but judging by your comments here, that's not going to be an option... Very disappointing. I think you need to reconsider the decision to dispense with a handle on the 10 and 12L models, or at least update the manuals for these units, so the blurb doesn't make claims about how useful the entirely fictitious water tank handle would be.

[@neilrwoods]

After advise.. just bought the 20L version.. it’s been on for about an hour and sounds so loud about the same noise level as our washing machine ! Hopefully this is just the unit settling down. Fingers crossed. It’s positioned on the landing ( on deep pile carpet ) so thought any vibrations would have been dampened.

[@neilrwoods]

Update, spoke to the lovely people at Meaco who determined mine was faulty and arranged a warranty replacement which was received Monday this week ( 24/10/22 ).. i thought this was it, its much quieter ( no way the low level noise in this video ) but quieter than the original.. Day 4 and unfortunately its never going back on, so much noise and even in " night mode " I have to have ear plugs to have a decent night sleep.. Such a shame as the unit is really nicely designed. now looking for a full refund from where we originally purchased from :-( ** Please note ** the people at Meaco Cust Care where fantastic and a credit to the company **

[@ministry_of_love]

Just bought my recently. Thanks for this video. I'm using mine primarily for drying laundry.

[@concretejungle79]

I've owned my Meaco Arete 12l for around 9 months now. Reason for buying is that our house suffers with condensation due to solid concrete walls, which leads to mould in winter despite opening windows as much as possible to freshen the air. We started using the machine in February 2023, and in the first week it extracted around 12litres, so just shy of 2 litres a day. The air quality in our home has improved noticeably as, despite previous best efforts of cleaning windows and hoovering the air never really felt clear. The reduction of moisture in the air and walls, along with the help of the HEPA filter has really made a vast difference. This winter, I'm expecting a reduction in condensation and hopefully not having to go through the previous ritual of having to use a window vacuum every morning. The Meaco Arete is simple to use and is reasonably quiet, slightly quieter if you remove the HEPA filter at night time (if you are disturbed by the fan noise). I'd thoroughly recommend this easy to use device to reduce moisure in your home and to improve air quality, it really is a game changer.

[@sabrinajabin1239]

does the 12l comes with hepa liter

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Thanks so much for sharing.

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Yes you will receive one HEPA filter. @@sabrinajabin1239

[@shan32]

Ah, thank you for commenting this! Was noticing it was loudish for when I wanted to sleep (I have 2 large windows in my bedroom with really bad condensation) and I took out the HEPA filter forgetting the instructions said it would reduce the noise and now it's perfect for sleep! You're a gem for mentioning that 🙏

[@NorthernMan932]

I've done a lot of research into dehumidifiers and this is the one for me, when they're back in stock 😆

[@MeacoUK]

Around the 6th December

[@chrischapman3447]

They came back on stock 7th December

[@liycrs2711]

@@chrischapman3447 Are they out of stock again? (12/12/22). I'm preferring the 20L version but out of stock everywhere. I have seen 18L available though

[@maureenlee2277]

liycrs2 I've just purchased 18l from ebay arriving on Wednesday hopefully. Been trying to get one for so long but they go out of stock fast. 18l is ideal for my small bungalow.

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

@@maureenlee2277 The 18L is in stock at Costco, this is where the eBay stock would have come from.

[@zakster2571]

Very informative video everything explained so well nice tone and perfect speed of talking. Thankyou

[@fionamulvaney1856]

Just ordered mine due to horrendous condensation. I have a question about the HEPA filters? Do these have to be fitted all the time or only if you want to use the unit for AP? I only envisage using the AP mode in the summer so don’t want to waste the filters all year round. Does the dehumidifier mode operate without the HEPA filter fitted?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Thank you for your purchase. The HEPA filters are optional and if you only want to use them in the summer then that is fine.

[@tattie33]

I've bought a Meaco 12L dehumidifier about 8 years ago and it's still going strong! Fantastic, reliable brand for sure. I'm now looking to buy another one for my brother but unsure whether or not to get the 12L or a 20L arete model. His house is typically colder than mine, does anyone know which model is more efficient at running at lower temps?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Thank you for your loyality and your kind comments. For your brother it depends on how cold is cold? How many people in the house, how they dry their laundry and whether they have an extractor fan in the bathroom and kitchen?

[@tattie33]

@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 - thanks for the reply. I think his house varies depending on the room but the coldest during the day would be around 5°. There's just himself and his two kids in the home, and the only extractor fan is in the kitchen (although the bathroom does have a small window). Across the house, he estimates the temperature to be circa 5°-13°. Possibly dipping lower with the colder snaps over winter (it's a large old farmhouse). Thanks.

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

@@tattie33 defintely an Arete 20 or 25L model

[@JoaoVerissimoRibeiro]

Very good video. Saved me to read the big manual :)

[@MikeEves]

Great video and very helpful. Our Meaco 20l has made a real difference in just a couple of weeks. Very well thought through product.

[@simonarukaviciute4683]

I have 12L

[@ronaldohub6305]

I found this video very useful, and appreciate this posting.

[@wasim92ahmed]

Hi there, what litre would you recommend for a 3 bedroom home please? I am mainly going to be using it for my bedroom which has a relative humidity of 70%+ and also I will be using it for drying the laundry quick as possible, also I will be using it around the whole home in a central position and relavent humidity around the home is 60%+. Which size would you recommend for me please?

[@MeacoUK]

For your application and also for ease of portability the Arete One 12L would be best.

[@sm0983]

Do these cool a room in the summer or heat it up

[@bertb3535]

Hi, just watched your video to ensure I was using it properly. I've had the dehumidifier running for 6 continuous hours (including with wet washing in a small room.) The machine hasn't collected a drop of water. It also feels like the fan is blowing out and not inwards. I've clicked smart laundry and ensured the small dehumidifier light is illuminated. The clothes aren't drying either. In fact I had more moisture on the floor/windows and mirror in the bathroom with the laundry than I would if I didn't have it running. Any ideas?

[@MeacoUK]

It depends on the reading on the display, if it is less than 40 then no water is not a suprise, if it is higher than 40 then please email customerservice AT meaco.com so that we can help you.

[@bertb3535]

Just sent an email to your team. Thanks for the quick response

[@jessicajackson5351]

I got ome today and having same problem still got condensation on windows only a tiny drop of water has collected and its only blowing air outwards

[@Truth1561]

I hage this one in 10k and a larger ABC for my laundry. Nothng on the info or box told me the casters were in the water collector- i had to wait for customer services as I thought the catstors were missing. Mine doesn't have a handle on the bucket 😩 Woukd have been good for you to discuss running costs.

[@MeacoUK]

There is a label on the handle saying that the castor are in the tank. The smaller 10L model does not have a handle on the tank because there is no room for one and it is much lighter. We have not included running costs because in Britain electricity costs vary every six months.

[@AlistairLevie]

An absolutely brilliant machine, we have a basement kitchen (two washing machines and two heat pump dryers) basement bedroom and en suite bathroom and it's working great, reducing humidity levels from 70% down to 45-55%%, thank you. Is the second button smart laundry or smart humidity?

[@MeacoUK]

Glad that you love it, the button on the right is the Smart Laundry button.

[@enzocaststream]

how long did it take to get it down from 70% to 55%?

[@hazzi-t3346]

From my understanding, you can change the settings so to only have air purifier working without dehumidifier. Could this also be done on the 12L version? Thank you

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Yes you can

[@helenalovelock1030]

This is very well designed. I cant decide between the Meaco one and the Ebac one. I can’t understand the technology behind or the marketing behind the Smart Control of the Ebac one.

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

The Meaco will always be cheaper to run and quieter, that is a fact. Smart Control on an Ebac will run the machine until it fills the tank once a day, everyday. Sometimes this is useful, but mostly you just end up spending more on electricity.

[@helenalovelock1030]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thankyou 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. I can’t wait to find out what the new Meaco will be like. What date is it released and cz. You give us any clues ?

[@YaseenKhan-de2zv]

Top video! Ordered mine earlier today and looking forward to getting my hands on it tomorrow. This was super helpful👍🏽

[@ianegerton]

I have a 4 bedroom home with an attic conversion, so spread across 3 floors. It's about 1700 sq feet in total across the 3 floors. Humidity at the moment is reading at anything from 55% to 70%+ depending on the room. We also dry quite a lot of clothes in the house also. Would I be better off purchasing one Arete 25L and place it downstairs or two 10L/12L models and place on each floor? Any other suggestions?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

I would go for two machines and have one of them always drying the laundry.

[@ianegerton]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thanks for the reply Chris. Would two 10L or 12L unites be suitable for my scenario above?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

@@ianegerton definitely the 12L, that extra capacity will help.

[@WatchuGoneDo]

Just bought a 25L for a 2 bedroom flat (one floor). If I put it in one corner of the house I’m assuming it wouldn’t work effectively? Do I need to find somewhere in the middle.

[@MeacoUK]

Middle would be perfect and use it to dry the laundry

[@carltonbreezy]

Just bought one! And I see you have some Groggs. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@hennnnerz]

How can I use it just as an air prufier? If I set the humidity level high will the fans still run?

[@MeacoUK]

Just select AP mode and you are done. It is a one press operation.

[@sarathb6495]

Would be helpful if it has smart control features. Looking forward to the one in meaco

[@helenalovelock1030]

I thought they did have Smart Control. ???

[@vivienmelia1964]

Got mine yesterday, im running it constantly first in bedrooms x2 which reached the correct level quickly, then overnight in the lounge, it switched itself on and off during the night, now its it the hallway, and its taking hours, to reach the standard humidity, i have a smart meter and its a pound extra a day, i am not sure about leaving it on constantly or when its most needed, its doing a great job removing water from the home , im just unsure if i should run it only when essential.

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

If you decide to switch off and on manually, the humidity levels may increase to higher than what you'd like it to be. Alternatively you can use the smart humidity option, whereby the dehumidifier will not be running constantly, as every 30 minutes the fan will run and check the humidity level, the dehumidifying indicator will turn off. If the humidity level has increased more than 3% above the target, the compressor will turn on and the dehumidifier will start to run again - the dehumidifying indicator will be solid. If the humidity level is within 3% of the target, the dehumidifier will go back to sleep and check the humidity level in another 30 minutes. Hope that helps, please also give us a call for further explanation.

[@vivienmelia1964]

@MeacoUK-Omar Thanks for replying, it just dropped to 52% after I wrote on here and switched itself off, so I know it's all running right, I will leave it on permanently now, I really appreciate your reply I think it was just working hard to get to the correct level.

[@pawlus81]

Can you hear the compressor running in the background? Little buzzing noise? Just got it and i am not sure if thats normal.

[@rayyanattar1281]

Shouldnt you keep it away from surfaces. or no need for that?

[@MeacoUK]

It can be pushed right up against the wall, that is the beauty of Arete.

[@ryanmartin8072]

Hi I’ve just purchased the 20L version, it’s set at 55 is that how they all come and I should adjust myself? I’ve looked online and I’m not sure exactly what % is ok Thanks in advance for your help

[@MeacoUK]

50 or 55 makes the most sense. Thanks for the purchase.

[@ryanmartin8072]

Thank you for the reply

[@MPD90]

Hi. Great video, I've just purchased the Arete 25L and this was a helpful walk through of the features. I did have one question though. Many dehumidifiers suggest leaving 20-30cm minimum distance between the machine and any walls for airflow, but I've noticed the Arete seems to be OK to go much closer to the wall. Is there a reason why the Arete can go near a wall where other units cannot? Thanks for your help.

[@MeacoUK]

Thank you for your purchase. Our customer survey revealed that this would be a good idea, so we designed the air intake to make this possible.

[@scottcohen7446]

I've just bought the 20L version of this. I know it can go flush with its back against the wall. But can it go in a corner so that one of its sides is against a wall as well? Or will this reduce performance?

[@MeacoUK]

It would work but extraction will be reduced

[@jsjshdbejkwbsjdken8022]

Thanks for the video.. Could I pls ask do both the purifier and dehumidifier work at the same time ... Unless you just want to use air purifier? Thanks

[@iturhs]

I've got what looks like dust and yellow algae in my tank. Was left w water it in for a while. How do i remove this? Can i claim under warranty? Thank you

[@MeacoUK]

Just wash it or pop it in the dishwasher

[@meridiusuk8567]

Just bought a 20l version. Just a quick question do you need to turn the machine off and leave it for 7 min before emptying? Or when the machine is running can you just pull the draw out and will the machine stop. 2nd question how long does it normally take to get to 50. As we had a reading of 62 when turned on but in two days it’s got to 53. Thanks

[@EPR_UK]

Works amazing, however when mine turns off after reaching the desired level, I noticed it never turns back on again. Have to manually press off and on again for it to update current humidity level and jump back into life

[@helenalovelock1030]

Hi there please help. I have a 3 bedroom house and thinking about gettting the 25l Aerate One and putting it on the landing. My question is I also have a conservatory at the other end of the house (not heated at night) . Do I need another one for downstairs in the Kitchen /conservatory? Worried about energy costs of having 2 dehumidifiers running. Also if it gets too cold in the conservatory/kitchen

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

The problem with this application is that there will be no airflow between the conservatory and the rest of the house. So the Arete on the landing cannot serve the conservatory. You will therefore need a second unit. Most conservatories go cold overnight, so you would need a Meaco DD8L Junior in that space (for when it is below 10°C).

[@johnpurkis9872]

maybe a stupid question but should I only install the hepa filter in the AP (air purifier) mode, when the moisture level is low. When the moisture is high will removing the hepa filter increase flow and therefore the dehumidifier work better?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

That is very much a personal choice, it depends how often you want to clean the air, but you will extract more without the HEPA filter.

[@stillolivia2230]

Hi, is there a reason why, we've noticed the dehumidyyer only reaches the level we set 55, in the night? In the day it floats around 57-61, but we will wake up with it hitting 55, but in the day it never does? Even though we have it on the landing have all doors open, doing everything we should be.

[@MeacoUK]

It will do, give it time and you will see it fall further. You produce more humidity during the day than you do at night.

[@NaliniBlossom]

mine is really noisy , just bought it but

[@matthewfinch2733]

I recently purchased this model, but I’m less than happy with it. Water is pooling in the drip tray at the bottom and spilling out onto the carpet. I have emailed Meaco customer services, but they have not replied! In addition, it doesn’t have a timer function so you cannot set the machine to come on in night mode after you have gone to sleep. This seems like an obvious feature to have included. I personally feel it’s overpriced for what it is.

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

I have investigated this and can see that you received a reply from the team on Wednesday evening saying that they were going to send you out a new tank. Apologies that this is necessary but I am glad to see that the team has replied to you. Arete One does not have a Timer function because it is designed to be a simple machine to use, we imagined that users would turn Night Mode on before they go to bed.

[@dowsman]

Hi I have a 3 bedroom bungalow- will the 18L be enough to cover the entire bungalow?

[@MeacoUK]

Yes it will

[@dowsman]

@@MeacoUK thanks I've decided to get a 25L one to he on the safe side. Wanted to maximise the amount of moisture it collects thanks

[@nataliazurek6991]

Hi I bought this machine 1 month ago when i change to clothes drying mode a fan speed change it makes loud noises like plastic rubbing against plastic because of the vibrations is this normal? Or can it be un even floor?

[@MeacoUK]

If you have a wooden floor then maybe, but please send a video to customer service so that we can provide you with a proper answer (customerservice AT meaco.com).

[@jeffreyelliott1000]

Just got the 20L version of this, the instructions state you can place it near a wall then another paragraph in the instructions says don’t! Which is correct? Thank you for your time.

[@MeacoUK]

Thank you for your purchase, you can push it right up against the wall

[@reshmapatel325]

As I have just got mine today. I don’t know what the target humidity should be

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Thank you for your purchase. 55%rh is a good target humidity for the house. On cold days you might need 50%rh to prevent condensation.

[@sofasurfer253]

Hi, I’m interested in buying and Arete 25l. I see in the video it talks about the HEPA filter. Does this filter have to be forever changed for the machine to work , even f it’s not run in air purifier mode? Just seeing if this is an added running cost if needs to be constantly changed. Thank you.

[@MeacoUK]

You don't have to use the HEPA filter, the choice is 100% yours.

[@sofasurfer253]

Thanks for the reply. When are you getting some back in atock

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

@@sofasurfer253 A lot of stock went into Argos yesterday, with more going in today and early next week (data correct 10th March 2023). Hope this helps.

[@TheMirekp]

Some of these choices like absence of fan speed selection and coupling of quited / night mode are questionable

[@k.m.6119]

I bought my arête one 3 weeks ago. It works wonders for me but there’s a pool of water at the base where the water tank resides. What’s causing this?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

This will happen if you empty the tank before it is full because as you pull the tank out you jiggle the spout, knocking whatever water is sitting in the spout. If you wait until the machines asks you to empty the tank, Arete will have dried the spout and you shouldn't get this small puddle. This feature is something unique to Arete.

[@travellerseko]

One of the Arête is with air purifier which is more expensive. I wonder if I need to buy air purifier and dehumidifier (arete) separately to get more efficient results? Because usually all in one devices work less efficiently. I have 2 bedroom ground floor flat in Glasgow and have a mould due to condensation.

[@MeacoUK]

All Arete models have the H13 medical grade filters and can be used as an air purifier. In a flat Arete should be all that you need and the dehumidification is the priority to deal with the condensation and the mould.

[@travellerseko]

@@MeacoUK thanks very much, I bought 20L version ❤️

[@georginabadejo4356]

Hello, I recently purchased the Arete One Dehumidifier 18L from Costco for my ground floor maisonette, which consists of two bedrooms, a standard bathroom, living room, and kitchen - all on one level without stairs. I'm curious if this size is suitable for my home, or if it might be excessive. Would it be advisable to exchange it for the 12L model instead?

[@tattie33]

If it helps any, I bought a 12L one about 8 years ago for my ground floor flat. That had a large living room, 2 bedrooms, standard bathroom and medium kitchen. It was a perfect size and the Meaco brand I can vouch for, pretty reliable from my experience. I think your 18L will be fine esepcially as its a maisonette, but I probably wouldn't go any bigger if you buy again later on down the line.

[@GetCooking]

What is the extraction at 18 20 degrees? Also what home size is this designed for? Thanks

[@MeacoUK]

It would work in anything from a flat through to a five bedroom home. At 20°C / 60%rh you would get 8.5 litres per day and at 20°C / 80%rh you would get 14.02 litres per day.

[@MrTadhgb87]

Hi when will the 25l arete be back in stock

[@MeacoUK]

Around the 10th December

[@lovemuffin10101]

At the time of writing this 5th November 22, this is sold out everywhere!

[@MeacoUK]

Absolutely, incredibly popular and successful. But more stock arriving this week and next week.

[@trees5338]

23 November, have been out of stock for a while, not available for 4 week's in some supplies.

[@MeacoUK]

@@trees5338 stocks have been coming in but retailers are selling two weeks worth of stock in hours, such is the demand. The next batches start rolling through from the start of December.

[@marineboy1964]

These are available at appliance direct I have just purchased one

[@CatchRainFertility]

@@marineboy1964 I thought that too but they then sent a message to say delivery would be delayed as out of stock. Mine just arrived today after ordering 4 weeks ago. Looks like it will well worth the wait! 😊

[@user-vx8tk2eg4b]

Have just purchased one of these. Works well but is now leaking water. Can you help?

[@drewbowler]

Does this come with continuous drain feature?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Yes it does, just use garden hose.

[@mickboy5846]

I have the 25l version it works well but is very noisy, in the video it says it is quiet? I wonder is mine faulty? Measures 62 dB in nighttime mode

[@swimgood3873]

S/B 40dB so faulty

[@terryn111]

From left to right. You say that the second button is a "Smart Laundry Mode Button" Is that correct? or just a mistake. Anyway, I have just received my new Meaco Arete 12L Just one small complaint is that when I use the night mode, it is still; a bit noisy

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Buttons and functions as follows: Power Smart Humidity Mode / Air Purification Smart Laundry Mode Night Mode / Child Lock If you're finding the night mode to be noisy, it may be the fan setting is already on the low speed, you can tell the difference if you activate smart laundry mode for a few minutes, then revert to night mode. Hope this helps.

[@thelordhumungus7312]

My new 12L arrived yesterday and it is struggling to get my home humidity down below 70/75%.. I have a smaller 3 bedroom house and I have positioned it in the hallway and it has removed less than a litre of water in the last 24hr.. windows are all closed and it does seem to be able to hack it 😢.. could it be faulty or am I doing something wrong?

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Thank you for your purchase. When you first get the machine, please note there is excess moisture and it is best to allow time for the unit to work. To begin with, the machine will be running for longer periods, naturally, unless you already had a dehumidifier in place. Check your target, we advise set it to 55%rh. Windows closed as you are. Allow time for the unit to work. If you are concerned there could be an issue with the unit, try leaving it just outside the bathroom after a shower, let it run for a couple of hours and check if water has been collected, if so, good news, it's working. Omar@Meaco

[@Kentaj35]

Can it replace a cooker hood by adding the charcoal filter or would it be demanding?

[@MeacoUK]

The charcoal will remove smells but perhaps not as fast as a cooker hood.

[@NaliniBlossom]

how do I set it to 55 ? It keeps ready 77 .., does that mean lots of humidity in my home ? Right now its reading 66

[@MeacoUK]

@@NaliniBlossom 77 and 66 are the room readings, so it is damp. Press the droplet button to check the target and use it again to adjust to 55 if required.

[@NaliniBlossom]

@@MeacoUK thanks how to adjust to 55 ? Pressed droplet now down to 60

[@MeacoUK]

@@NaliniBlossom press the droplet until you see 55 and then just let it run.

[@agataartwork9097]

Hi, I would like to get this dehumidifer and hepa filters - but they are out of stock on your website. Do you know when are they going to available?

[@MeacoUK]

Stock is in John Lewis, Argos, Currys, Appliances Direct and Big On Electricals. Filters will be on meaco.com from the end of November

[@TheSound0fLegends]

Just about to buy this to replace a faulty electriQ dehumidifier. Should have got this from the start. Random question. Where did you get the sofa from? It looks comfortable and a high back is always great.

[@MeacoUK]

Natuzzi sofas!

[@TheSound0fLegends]

@@MeacoUK excellent thank you I'll take a look

[@Allie_Pal]

This morning just got dehumidifier Meaco 20l. It makes noise just like old refrigerators do. There is a fan noise, compressor noise and something like tiny squealing. Is that noise normal? Also I tried to measure the noise level on night mode si between 35-40 decibel, which is high enough and not possible to sleep with it. Honestly thought it was less loud.

[@Allie_Pal]

@@Jimmycricket- yes. It stops working, than when the humidity level rises, it turns on again

[@adime4784]

I bought the 25l (the one in the video ) and it's very loud too..

[@reshmapatel325]

How do you know what humidity to set it to what should be the normal room humidity

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

55%rh is a good target humidity for the house. On cold days you might need 50%rh to prevent condensation.

[@fifirik5638]

We bought a 10L last week and set it up but until today, it didn’t collect any water. The humidity ist between 70-80% but it won’t go down. The size of the room is 10m2 the size of the whole basement ist 38m2. What could be wrong? 😐

[@MeacoUK]

Make sure that you have it set to CO and let it run for a couple of weeks.

[@Scubajunky]

Just received mine two days ago, it is taking a lot of water out of the air, about two litres every 8hrs, very impressed with it. I have an end terrace old stone house, exterior walls feel damp in a few places and it has mold in a few places. I live alone, the place has two upstairs rooms ( one empty, one my bedroom) a lounge downstairs, kitchen and toilet. It's not a big place and really suits one person, maybe two. Is the 12l Arete One the right model for this place ? also is it safe to leave it one 24/7, the fan speed will be high because the original humidity was 76/80%

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Hello, Thanks for your recent purchase. Yes the 12L is suitable for your home size, it's best to leave the unit on 24/7, after you set your target it will look to achieve this, once it has, it will switch off for 30 minutes and recheck. Every 30 minutes it will check, it is designed to be on all the time in order to keep control. To begin with it will be required to use the higher fan speed and run for longer periods working to balance your home, once it has, you will notice a reduction in the water collection and time it remains on. Hope that helps. Omar@Meaco.

[@Scubajunky]

thanks@@MeacoUK-Omar

[@SagaciousFrank]

Hello Chris at Meaco, I own the Meaco 25L Arete One dehumidifier. I was wondering, what's the best way to tell if the HEPA filter needs replacing, just to examine it - are there any particular signs that I should look for, or just if it's very unclean? Also, can the HEPA filter be washed? If not that's fine, I have a pack of replacements I bought along with buy the Arete One, but I'm just curious anyway. Thanks.

[@MeacoUK]

When the filter turns grey then just bin it.

[@SagaciousFrank]

@@MeacoUK , okay thank you! 👍🏻

[@mv9410]

Can someone let me know if the extra charcoal filter helps with cooking smells? And if so, how effective is it?

[@SmallLegacy]

Will this dehumidifier work in winter temperatures of 7 degrees Celsius? What is the recommended room temperature to run this model at?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

It will be fine for short periods below 10°C, if you are looking at long periods below 10°C then this is where a desiccant dehumidifier like the Meaco DD8L is the more efficient option.

[@SmallLegacy]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Alright thank you.

[@stillolivia2230]

Hi I'm trying to read up on, if there is any temperature the dehumidifyer will not work in? I.e were in winter now, it's showing 7 degrees overnight here on the bbc weather app. Will it still work OK overnight?

[@MeacoUK]

Don't worry about the outdoor temperatures, it is the indoor conditions that count. Below 10C use a Meaco desiccant. Between 10 and 15C use Meaco 20 or 25L. Above that use any Meaco compressor you like.

[@stillolivia2230]

@MeacoUK ahh OK we have the exact one in this video.

[@matth7443]

Does this still purify the air as well when dehumidifying on continuous?

[@MeacoUK]

Yes it does.

[@stockstunna]

What is the cord/cable length for this machine in cm? I am wondering if it will be long enough to wire into my bathroom.

[@MeacoUK]

It is 2m, but you should consider electrical safety as 220-240 volts for any appliance does not mix well with wet people in a bathroom. We have ours outside the bathroom doors on the landing and we just leave the bathroom door open after showering and it dries the bathroom out fine.

[@And-War]

How do the wheels Go on mine don't fit

[@theprincessmedicdiaries]

Mine seems to be blowing out cold air and it’s freezing at night when trying to get to sleep. Any suggestions?

[@MeacoUK]

They do not have the ability to cool the air, that is not how they work. But, because the air is moving it may feel cool, but it is actually 1C warmer than the room temperature.

[@thaidang96]

I’ve just bought one. If i move the dehumidifier to another area, would I have to wait for the refrigerant to settle or use straight away?

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Hello & thanks for your purchase. You can certainly feel free to move your unit, so long as it's kept upright, you'll have no issues. Simply plug in and use.

[@shereekirby1787]

Is the air from the air outlet meant to blow out stronger on the left side of the unit?

[@MeacoUK]

Yes, absolutely

[@helenalovelock1030]

Are these as good as just having a Meaco air purifier ?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

A combined dehumidifier/air purifier will never be as good as a dedicated air purifier, the filter will always be much larger on the air purifier.

[@helenalovelock1030]

@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thankyou so please you guys reply im really excited to be getting mine 😂😂

[@alexberryx]

When are the filters going to be back in stock? It’s been months now

[@MeacoUK]

Demand has been huge and they will be here at the start of May

[@robertybob]

Can the hose, for continuous extraction, go upwards and into a sink? Or must it use gravity and go in to a tray (or outside the house through the wall) at a lower height than the machine?

[@MeacoUK]

Water can only go downhill. If you prefer you could buy Arete with a pump.

[@robertybob]

@@MeacoUK Thanks! As your website is out of stock of the 25L model, would I still be able to register for the 5 year warranty if I was to purchase it from a business on eBay?

[@MeacoUK]

@@robertybob only if they are one of the authorised resellers listed on our website. Unfortunately there are too many people selling retailer's returns on Ebay who pretend they are new.

[@jaker3151]

Are the MeacoDry Arete 20L and 25L models exactually the same on the outside, physically the same size, with the same control panel and functions etc? Are the differences only internal with the 25L having a more powerful compressor etc? I'm trying to decide if it's worth paying extra for the 25L with the extra 51W power consumption, or if the 20L is more cost and energy efficient to run. Also I read in another comment on here that the Arete 2 will be coming soon. Is there any update on this as I can't find anything about it on your website. Thanks.

[@MeacoUK]

They are identical on the outside but the 25L has a larger fan motor and compressor which results in a lower cost per litre of water collected. Arete Two is due in January.

[@markgriffin2338]

Just purchased Arete 1 12l. Seems to work very well but cannot understand why it switches between low and high fan speed when within 15% of target rh level. For example rh 50% should drop to low fan speed at rh57. 5 but keeps switching back and forth when below 57.5rh. Am I missing something?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

Thank you for your purchase, if you have set your target to 50%rh then it will be in low fan speed until 65%rh and high fan speed above that. Hope that helps.

[@maino9752]

Mine seems to be freezing up all over the coils, and there is no defrost light. Should it be freezing up and should it be defrosting itself?

[@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004]

You should get some frosting on the coils. As long as you are still getting some water in the tank then all is fine. If it is not happy then you will get an error code on the display.

[@rt1185]

When is the new Meaco Arête Two being released? What are the new features? Thanks

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

AreteTwo is due December 2023. One of the new features, wifi/smart phone compatibility, more information available upon release. Thanks.

[@robertbrown3121]

Received my Arete One today. I notice there’s no handle on the water ‘bucket’, so I assume that’s a design feature that Meaco reflected on as being not such a good idea in the current version?

[@MeacoUK-Omar]

Hi thank you for your comment, The smaller units do not have a carrier handle as the width in the bucket doesn't permit for much space and is light to carry when full. Our larger AreteOne models do have a handle, having a larger water tank, more space for the handle plus a almost twice as heavy as the smaller unit. Thanks, Omar@Meaco.

[@robertbrown3121]

@@MeacoUK-Omar Hi and thank you. I’ve also attached the castors, but on reflection have decided I’d prefer not to have them attached. Once they’re on is there any way to remove them without damaging the plastic base of the unit or am I stuck with my original decision?

[@univedmgratz]

Can I use both the HEPA filter that comes with it and the optional charcoal filter that can be purchased separately, both at the same time?

[@robertbrown3121]

You can only use one or the other, not both at the same time.