We had previously bought two SPT SD-014V desiccant dehumidifiers to dehumidify workshop areas during the winter, when our compressor dehumidifiers can't operate. We would run a bit of heat in those workshops, and the added dehumidification was a bonus. The units have been very useful and have done their job well.
We now have a much larger space that requires winter dehumidification, and we bought the EcoSeb DD322EA Simple dehumidifier on the basis of its specifications. It promised to be a much more powerful and efficient dehumidifier -- AND IT IS.
Cutting to the chase, we collected almost exactly 14 oz of water in 1:09 on the high (740W) setting, at 59% RH and 63F, when we should have collected a full pint (16 oz). This is 88% of the rated collection rate, which is probably within the margin of error. Our calculations put it at an 18.3 pint per day unit on high. It takes 1.7 kWh to pull a liter of water, making our electric cost (at 14 cents per kWh) about US$0.24 / liter of dehumidification. This is approximately twice as efficient as the most efficient setting (medium) on the SPT unit. Moreover, we can pull quite a bit more moisture in this setting.
We also tested the low (400W) setting and collected 6.8 oz / hr, which is approximately the same amount of water collected per electricity expended. However, during our testing period, the RH of the central area of our house dropped from 59%RH to 55% RH, making dehumidification less efficient. We imagine we would have collected more condensate per kWh on the low setting if the RH had not dropped; therefore we imagine the low setting really is more efficient. We will try to duplicate RH conditions later to provide better test results.
Compared to the SPT unit, this unit is smaller, slightly less attractive, more powerful, and twice as efficient. Construction appears a bit more solid. Cost is comparable, and this unit is cheaper by far when one considers energy cost (about US$75 to run continuously for a month on high). It lacks casters on the bottom, so it is possible to trap water beneath the bottom if there is any spillage.
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Product information
| Brand | EcoSeb |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Special Feature | Quiet Operation, Automatic Shutoff |
| Capacity | 21 Pints |
| Tank Volume | 7.4 Pints |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Included Components | Power cord, Water collection tank |
| Item Weight | 18.7 Pounds |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | DD322EA-SIMPLE |
| Operation Mode | Continuous |
| Dehumidification Capacity | 21 Pints per Day |
| Manufacturer | EcoSeb |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05051462012488 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.3 x 16.4 x 21.7 inches |
| Item Weight | 18.7 pounds |
| ASIN | B00KHJICDG |
| Item model number | DD322EA-SIMPLE |
| Customer Reviews |
3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Assembly required | No |
| Warranty Description | 2 year limited warranty. |
| Batteries required | No |
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| air flow capacity | — | — | 150 cubic feet per minute | 10 pints | 7 liters per day | — |
| floor area | — | — | 1500 square feet | 1200 square feet | 444 square feet | — |
| warranty | 2 year limited warranty. | — | — | — | 1Year Limited Manufactures Warranty | Lifetime warranty. |
| operation mode | Continuous | Comfort | Continuous | Turbo Mode, Sleep Mode | Standard | Continuous |
| upper temperature rate | — | — | 96 degrees fahrenheit | 35 degrees celsius | 105 degrees fahrenheit | — |
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