The Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint leads this guide for its 33.6 pints (4.2 gal) tank, smart control, and ENERGY STAR certification. It pairs a 3,500 square foot coverage claim with continuous draining and automatic shutoff. This guide covers 30 to 40 pints per day models. We ranked the picks from maker published specifications only, including room coverage, tank size, pump availability, energy certification, and convenience features. No unit was handled.
Specs are the figures each maker lists. "Not listed" means we have no published figure yet.
The picks
Winner
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Best overall for medium damp spaces
Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint
The Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint leads because it combines a 33.6 pints (4.2 gal) tank, smart control, and ENERGY STAR certification. It states 3,500 square feet coverage and includes continuous draining, automatic shutoff, and a removable tank. Compared with the Frigidaire FFAD3533W1 35 Pint below, it adds smart control and a much larger tank, though it has lower stated coverage.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
3,500 sq ft
Tank
33.6 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
33.6 pints (4.2 gal) tank
Smart control
ENERGY STAR certified
Continuous draining and automatic shutoff
Watch out
Stated coverage 3,500 sq ft, lower than some picks
Built-in pump not stated by the maker
Good fit if
Medium damp basements with a floor drain nearby
Households that want smart control
Skip if
You need a built-in pump to lift water upward
You need coverage above 3,500 square feet
Verdict: The largest-tank pick here, with smart control and ENERGY STAR, for medium spaces.
The Frigidaire FFAD3533W1 35 Pint states 4,500 square feet of coverage and carries a 16.9 pints (2.11 gal) tank. It is ENERGY STAR certified, but the maker lists its controls only as manual and does not state continuous draining. Compared with the Midea above, it covers more square feet but has a smaller tank and fewer listed convenience features. Compared with the hOmeLabs below, it has a larger tank and energy certification.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
4,500 sq ft
Tank
16.9 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
4,500 sq ft stated coverage
16.9 pints (2.11 gal) tank
ENERGY STAR certified
Simple manual operation
Watch out
Controls listed only as manual
Continuous draining not stated
40 pounds, heavier than some picks
Good fit if
Large open basements
Homes that prefer a simple manual unit
Skip if
You want smart or app control
You need continuous draining without emptying the bucket
Verdict: A straightforward high-coverage pick with a large tank.
The hOmeLabs HME0089 35 Pint states 4,500 square feet of coverage and includes automatic defrost, automatic restart, automatic shutoff, continuous draining, a timer, and touch controls. It carries an 8 pints (1 gal) tank, smaller than the Frigidaire FFAD3533W1 35 Pint above. Compared with the LG below, it covers far more square feet but does not state ENERGY STAR certification or app control.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
4,500 sq ft
Tank
8 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Not listed
Good
4,500 sq ft stated coverage
Continuous draining and timer
Automatic defrost, restart, and shutoff
Touch controls
Watch out
8 pints (1 gal) tank is modest
ENERGY STAR certification not stated
Good fit if
Large damp rooms with a drain hose option
Users who want timer and touch controls
Skip if
You want ENERGY STAR certification
You need a very large tank
Verdict: A feature-rich high-coverage pick for large damp spaces.
The LG PuriCare 35 Pint adds app control, quiet operation, and a timer to a 10.6 pints (1.3 gal) tank. It is ENERGY STAR certified and states 1,000 square feet coverage, much smaller than the hOmeLabs above. Compared with the Honeywell below, it lists app control, quiet operation, and a slightly larger tank, but covers less square footage.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
1,000 sq ft
Tank
10.6 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
App control
Quiet operation listed
ENERGY STAR certified
10.6 pints (1.3 gal) tank
Watch out
1,000 sq ft stated coverage is low
350 watts, higher than some picks
Good fit if
Bedrooms or offices where app control helps
Smaller damp rooms
Skip if
You need coverage above 1,000 square feet
You want a built-in pump
Verdict: A quiet, connected pick for smaller damp rooms.
The Honeywell TPFIT32WK 32 Pint states 3,000 square feet of coverage and carries a 9.9 pints (1.2 gal) tank. It is ENERGY STAR certified and includes automatic defrost, continuous draining, a timer, and a washable filter. Compared with the LG above, it covers more square feet but does not list app control. Compared with the GE below, it adds ENERGY STAR certification and a slightly larger tank.
Moisture removal
32 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
3,000 sq ft
Tank
9.9 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
3,000 sq ft stated coverage
9.9 pints (1.2 gal) tank
ENERGY STAR certified
Continuous draining and washable filter
Watch out
App control not listed
320 watts, mid-range
Good fit if
Medium basements and living areas
Users who want a washable filter
Skip if
You want smart or app control
You need a built-in pump
Verdict: A balanced mid-size pick with energy certification.
The GE ADHE35BWF 35 Pint states 3,000 square feet of coverage and carries an 8.5 pints (1.1 gal) tank. It includes adjustable fan speed, adjustable humidity control, automatic defrost, automatic restart, automatic shutoff, and continuous draining. Compared with the Honeywell above, it does not state ENERGY STAR certification and has a slightly smaller tank. Compared with the ALORAIR below, it covers more square feet but does not state a built-in pump.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
3,000 sq ft
Tank
8.5 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Not listed
Good
3,000 sq ft stated coverage
Adjustable fan speed and humidity control
Continuous draining
Automatic defrost, restart, and shutoff
Watch out
8.5 pints (1.1 gal) tank is modest
ENERGY STAR certification not stated
Good fit if
Medium rooms with a floor drain
Users who want adjustable fan speed
Skip if
You want ENERGY STAR certification
You need a built-in pump
Verdict: A 3,000 sq ft pick with adjustable fan speed and humidity control.
The ALORAIR Sentinel HD35PS 35 Pint includes a built-in pump, digital display, and ENERGY STAR certification. It states 1,000 square feet of coverage, smaller than the GE above, but the pump lets it lift water to a sink or window. Compared with the Frigidaire FHDD3534Y1 35 Pint below, it adds a pump and energy certification but covers less square footage.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
1,000 sq ft
Tank
Not listed
Pump
Built-in
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
Built-in pump
ENERGY STAR certified
Digital display
Adjustable humidity control
Watch out
1,000 sq ft stated coverage is low
36.3 pounds
Good fit if
Basements without a nearby floor drain
Crawl spaces where water must be lifted
Skip if
You need coverage above 1,000 square feet
You prefer gravity draining
Verdict: The pump-equipped pick for drains above the unit.
The Frigidaire FHDD3534Y1 35 Pint states 3,000 square feet of coverage and carries a 13.6 pints (1.7 gal) tank. It includes automatic moisture removal, continuous draining, and programmable controls. Compared with the ALORAIR Sentinel HD35PS 35 Pint above, it covers more square feet but does not state a pump or ENERGY STAR certification. Compared with the Waykar below, it has a much larger tank and higher coverage.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
3,000 sq ft
Tank
13.6 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Not listed
Good
3,000 sq ft stated coverage
13.6 pints (1.7 gal) tank
Continuous draining
Programmable controls
Watch out
ENERGY STAR certification not stated
360 watts, higher than some picks
Good fit if
Medium basements with a drain hose
Users who want programmable settings
Skip if
You want ENERGY STAR certification
You need a built-in pump
Verdict: A large-tank programmable pick for medium spaces.
The Waykar YDZ 34 Pint is ENERGY STAR certified, but the maker states no features, weight or dimensions for it. It states 2,000 square feet of coverage and carries a 5 pints (0.62 gal) tank, smaller than the Frigidaire FHDD3534Y1 35 Pint above. Compared with the ALORAIR Sentinel HD35P 35 Pint below, it adds energy certification and more stated coverage but does not state a pump.
Moisture removal
34 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
2,000 sq ft
Tank
5 pints
Pump
Not listed
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Yes
Good
ENERGY STAR certified
2,000 sq ft stated coverage
More stated coverage than the 1,000 sq ft picks
Watch out
5 pints (0.62 gal) tank is small
Features, weight and size not stated by the maker
Good fit if
Smaller damp rooms
Energy-conscious users
Skip if
You need a large tank
You need a built-in pump
Verdict: An ENERGY STAR pick for smaller spaces, with few other specs stated by the maker.
The ALORAIR Sentinel HD35P 35 Pint includes a built-in pump, adjustable humidity control, automatic defrost, automatic restart, and an ergonomic handle. It states 1,000 square feet of coverage. Compared with the Waykar YDZ 34 Pint above, it adds a pump but does not state ENERGY STAR certification.
Moisture removal
35 pints/day (rating basis not stated)
Rated area
1,000 sq ft
Tank
Not listed
Pump
Built-in
Rated noise
Not listed
Energy Star
Not listed
Good
Built-in pump
Adjustable humidity control
Automatic defrost and restart
Ergonomic handle
Watch out
1,000 sq ft stated coverage is low
ENERGY STAR certification not stated
Good fit if
Crawl spaces with a drain above
Basements needing a pump
Skip if
You want ENERGY STAR certification
You need coverage above 1,000 square feet
Verdict: A pump-equipped pick for tight, damp spaces.
We compared the candidates that fit the 30 to 40 pints per day range using only the specifications makers publish. Because the makers do not state the rating basis for their pint figures, we did not rank on pints per day. Instead we ranked on stated room coverage, tank capacity, ENERGY STAR certification, built-in pump, control features, dimensions, and weight. No unit was handled or measured. The ranking uses the same published specs shown on each product page.
What a 35 Pint Rating Means in Practice
A pint rating describes how much water a unit removes in 24 hours under set rating conditions. Since June 2019, the DOE rating method uses 65°F rather than 80°F to better reflect a basement, so a unit rated 35 pints under the current method may do the work of one rated about 60 pints under the old method, according to the ENERGY STAR conversion table. The makers in this group do not state which rating basis they use, so we do not compare exact pint figures between models. Instead, look at room coverage and tank size. For more on this, see pint ratings explained.
Matching Capacity to Room Size and Dampness
ENERGY STAR suggests 25 to 40 pints per day for very damp spaces and 30 to 50 pints per day for wet spaces. If a 35 pint figure is on the current DOE basis, it sits inside both ranges, so it suits basements, laundry areas, and rooms that feel consistently damp; a figure on the older basis would sit lower on the current scale. The stated square footage on a listing is a rough guide, not a hard limit. Closed rooms dry faster than open floor plans. See how capacity relates to room size for a closer look.
Tank Size and Drainage Options
Tank capacity changes how often you empty the bucket. The Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint has a 33.6 pints (4.2 gal) tank, while the Frigidaire FFAD3533W1 35 Pint has a 16.9 pints (2.11 gal) tank. Several picks here also offer continuous draining through a hose to a floor drain or sump. If you plan to leave the unit running unattended, a continuous drain setup matters more than tank size. See bucket vs continuous drain for basements.
Built-In Pump vs Gravity Drain
A built-in pump lets you send water upward to a sink, window, or floor drain above the unit. Gravity draining only works when the hose runs downhill. The ALORAIR Sentinel HD35PS 35 Pint and ALORAIR Sentinel HD35P 35 Pint include a built-in pump, which helps in basements without a nearby floor drain. If your drain is at or below the unit, gravity draining is simpler. See choosing a dehumidifier with a pump.
It means the maker rates the unit at about 35 pints of water removed per day. The makers in this guide do not state the rating basis, and a figure under the older DOE method (80°F) reads higher than one under the current 65°F method, so we avoid comparing pint figures between models.
Is a 35 pint dehumidifier enough for a basement?
For a very damp or wet basement, ENERGY STAR suggests 25 to 50 pints per day, so a 35 pint model can work if its figure is on the current DOE basis. Room size, ceiling height, and air leaks affect performance. Check the stated square footage and consider continuous draining.
Is a built-in pump necessary?
Only if you need to move water upward to a drain, sink, or window above the unit. If you have a floor drain at or below the unit, gravity draining through a hose is enough.
How often does the tank need emptying?
It depends on the tank size and the room's humidity. A 33.6 pints (4.2 gal) tank like the one on the Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint needs less frequent emptying than a 5 pints (0.62 gal) tank. Continuous draining removes the need to empty at all.
Are these models ENERGY STAR certified?
Several are, including the Midea MAD35S1QWT-A 35 Pint, Frigidaire FFAD3533W1 35 Pint, LG PuriCare 35 Pint, Honeywell TPFIT32WK 32 Pint, ALORAIR Sentinel HD35PS 35 Pint, and Waykar YDZ 34 Pint. Others do not list that certification.
