Pick a dehumidifier by the number on the box and there is a good chance it is the wrong one. The Midea 35 Pint looks like the sensible middle child between the 22 and the 50. Then the price tags show up, and the story gets more interesting.
Amazon lists the Midea 35 Pint at $209.99 with 4.3 stars from 158 ratings. The 50 Pint costs just $10 more. Here is what the 35 does well, where it falls short, and who should skip straight to the bigger one.
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Midea 35 Pint at a glance
| Feature | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Midea 35 Pint | 35 pints/day, listed for 3,000 sq ft, 49 dBA on low, Wi-Fi, humidity 35-85% | ~$209.99 |
Prices checked October 2026 and change often.
What you get
- Removes up to 35 pints of moisture a day, per the listing.
- Humidity setting from 35 to 85 percent.
- 49 dBA on the low setting. That is about the level of a quiet conversation.
- Wi-Fi control through the SmartHome app, plus voice assistants.
- A drain socket for a standard hose. The hose is not included.
- 360-degree wheels and a digital control panel.
Looking ahead, expect more mid-size dehumidifiers to ship with Wi-Fi, humidity logging and bigger buckets. That is good for convenience, and it is why the $10 gap to the 50 pint matters: brands now price big and small models almost the same.
How big is a 35-pint dehumidifier, really?
Pint ratings changed in 2019, when the U.S. Department of Energy switched to a tougher test at 65 degrees F and 60 percent humidity. The same machine now gets a lower number than it did before. Makers commonly describe a new 35-pint unit as the old 50-pint class. So a 35 is a real workhorse, not a small unit.
Do not lean on the 3,000 sq ft number. Square footage on a listing is a marketing guess. Dampness matters more. A room that smells musty and feels clammy needs more muscle than a room that is just a bit humid. Use the dehumidifier pint calculator and our sizing guide to check.
35 pint or 50 pint?
Here is the part most reviews skip. The Midea 50 Pint lists at $219.99, rated for 4,500 sq ft, with 4.4 stars from 224 ratings. That is $10 more for a lot more capacity. The 35 only makes sense if you want the smaller footprint or a slightly lower power draw.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midea 35 Pint | 35 pints, 3,000 sq ft | 4.3 stars (158) | ~$209.99 |
| Midea 50 Pint | 50 pints, 4,500 sq ft | 4.4 stars (224) | ~$219.99 |
| Midea 22 Pint | 22 pints, 1,500 sq ft | 4.4 stars | ~$194.99 |
Prices checked October 2026 and change often.
Quick sizing rule
- Light dampness, one room: the Midea 22 pint is usually enough.
- Damp basement or big open space: the 35 pint is a fair fit.
- Very wet space or whole floor: the 50 pint, for only $10 more.
- Standing water: fix the leak or grading first, then size the machine.
Buying one size up rarely hurts, because a larger unit reaches the target humidity sooner and then rests. The main costs are a bigger footprint and a slightly higher power draw.
Who should buy the 35
- Damp basements and big living areas that are wet, not soaked.
- Buyers who want Wi-Fi and a drain hose option.
- Anyone who wants a mid-size unit and does not mind the small price gap to the 50.
Other options live in our basement dehumidifier guide and the 50-pint roundup.
Setup that makes it work better
- Leave 6 to 12 inches of space around the unit so air can flow.
- Close doors and windows in the room. A dehumidifier cannot keep up with open air.
- Set the target between 40 and 50 percent. The EPA advises keeping humidity at or below 50 percent.
- Clean the air filter every few weeks, and empty the bucket daily if you are not using a hose.
- Use a separate hygrometer to confirm the real reading across the room.
Running cost and upkeep
Actual power use depends on the room, the weather and how long the unit runs. As an example only, a unit that draws 500 watts for 8 hours a day uses about 120 kWh a month, which is roughly $20 at 17 cents per kWh. A damp basement in July runs far more than a dry one in January. Wipe the bucket and hose with mild cleaner now and then to keep mildew away.
Common problems
If the bucket stays empty, the room may be too cold or too dry for the coil to work. Our guide to a dehumidifier not collecting water walks through the fixes. For hose set-ups, see using a hose with a utility sink.
What happens next: expect Wi-Fi dehumidifiers to send alerts when the bucket is full or the room gets damp. The trade-off is app dependence. Make sure the buttons on the unit do everything, so the machine keeps working if the app does not.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 35-pint dehumidifier good for a basement? For a damp basement up to about 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft, usually yes. For standing water or a very wet space, step up to a 50 and fix the source.
Can it drain without emptying the tank? Yes. It has a drain socket for a standard hose. The hose is not included.
How loud is it? The listing says 49 dBA on low. Expect a steady hum, not silence.
Sources
- Midea 35 Pint and Midea 50 Pint Amazon listings (checked October 2026)
- U.S. Department of Energy, dehumidifier test procedure (2019)
- ENERGY STAR, dehumidifier testing and capacity
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home
