Aldi dehumidifier arrives to help dry laundry and reduce mould

Aldi has started selling a Midi Dehumidifier in UK stores as part of its winter SpecialBuy range, priced at £89.99, and the appliance is reported to remove up to 12 litres of water a day with a 2-litre tank.

Aldi has added a Midi Dehumidifier to its winter SpecialBuy range, and the unit began appearing in UK stores over the weekend. The item is presented as a way to manage indoor moisture during colder, damper months when people often dry clothes indoors. The launch comes after a recent cold spell in the UK and ahead of forecast milder but unsettled conditions. The appliance is described as a compact household dehumidifier with multiple convenience features. Key details: - The Midi Dehumidifier is listed at £89.99 and is available in stores while stocks last. - The unit is a 200W device with a 2-litre tank and is reported to remove up to 12 litres of water per day. - Features mentioned by Aldi include wheels for movement, a touch-screen, quiet mode, child lock, overflow protection and auto shut-off, adjustable humidity settings, a 24-hour timer and a drainage hose for continuous use. - The article notes the product is promoted for helping dry laundry faster and for managing condensation and mould risk associated with indoor drying and increased humidity. - The consumer group Which? is cited explaining two common dehumidifier types: refrigerant models that condense water on a cold surface and desiccant models that absorb moisture with a desiccant wheel, with desiccant types typically effective in colder spaces. Summary: The Aldi Midi Dehumidifier is presented as a lower-cost option added to the retailer’s winter lineup to address indoor moisture and clothing-drying needs during damp weather. Undetermined at this time.