A dehumidifier with built in pump is the easiest upgrade you can make to basement drying.
The biggest complaint about dehumidifiers is not noise or power use. It is the bucket. A 50 pint unit in a damp basement can fill its tank more than once a day, and when the bucket is full, it stops. A dehumidifier with a built in pump solves that: a small pump inside the unit pushes collected water through a thin hose, up to a laundry sink, out a window, or into a drain line above floor level.
If you have a floor drain right next to the unit, you may not need a pump at all: a gravity hose does the job. We explain the difference below.
Best dehumidifiers with pump compared
| Pick | Capacity | Coverage | Pump | Noise | ENERGY STAR | Price tier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best overall Midea Cube 50 (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,500 sq ft (maker claim) | Yes | Maker: as low as 42 dB(A). RTINGS measured 54.3 dBA (low fan) to 56.2 dBA (high fan) | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Most efficient Frigidaire 50 (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Not stated | Yes | Not published | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best value pump GE 50 (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Home Depot listing) | Yes | Not published | Not stated | $$$ | Check price |
| Best 70 pint (old rating) Honeywell TPFIT50PWK (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 4,000 sq ft (retailer listing) | Yes | Not published | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best 3-speed pump Hisense 50 Lift-Up (pump) | 50 pints/day (DOE) | Not stated | Yes | Not published | Yes | $$$ | Check price |
| Best mid-size Midea Cube 35 (pump) | 35 pints/day (DOE) | Up to 3,500 sq ft (maker claim) | Yes | Not published by Midea for this SKU | Not stated | $$$ | Check price |
| Best for crawl space AlorAir HDi65S | 55 pints/day (AHAM 80F) | Up to 1,300 sq ft (maker claim) | Yes | Max 52 dB (Sylvane listing) | Not stated | $$$$$ | Check price |
| Best high capacity AlorAir HDi90 | 90 pints/day (AHAM 80F) | Up to 2,600 sq ft (maker claim) | Yes | Max 58 dB (Sylvane listing) | Not stated | $$$$$ | Check price |
Best 50 pint dehumidifier with pump
Midea Cube 50 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
The Midea Cube 50 is the best 50 pint dehumidifier with pump for most homes. Midea's spec sheet rates its 16-watt pump for up to 16.4 feet of vertical lift (a Midea support answer on Home Depot gives 14 feet, so plan for the lower figure). It is ENERGY STAR certified, has Wi-Fi alerts, and its expandable bucket is a handy backup if you ever unhook the hose.
Heads up: Midea sells several SKUs (MAD50PS1QWT, gray MAD50PS1QGR, MAD50S1QWT without pump). Check the exact model number.
| Model number | MAD50PS1QWT |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,500 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Maker: as low as 42 dB(A). RTINGS measured 54.3 dBA (low fan) to 56.2 dBA (high fan) |
| Bucket / capacity | Expandable bucket; listed as 3x more water capacity than a standard bucket |
| Humidity setting range | 35% to 85% |
| Rated power input | 480 W (Canadian MAD50PS1QGRC spec sheet) |
| Drain options | Bucket, gravity hose, or built-in pump that lifts water to a sink or window |
| Pump lift | Up to 16.4 ft vertical per Midea's spec sheet (a Midea support answer on Home Depot says 14 ft) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 49.67 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 515 kWh/yr (record for MAD50PS1QWT-A) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Pump lift up to 14 to 16.4 ft
- ENERGY STAR
- Big backup bucket
- App
Cons
- Measured noise higher than claimed
- Several SKUs; buy the PS (pump) version
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page (MAD50PS1QGR, 4,500 sq ft, pump); Midea Canada spec sheet MAD50PS1QGRC; Home Depot listing (42 dB(A), ENERGY STAR, 3X water capacity); RTINGS review MAD50PS1QWT (measured noise, efficiency); ENERGY STAR certified product record (MAD50PS1QWT-A).
Frigidaire dehumidifier with pump
Frigidaire 50 Pint Dehumidifier with Built-In Pump and Wi-Fi
The Frigidaire FHDP5033Y1 is the current Frigidaire dehumidifier with pump in the 50 pint class, with published ENERGY STAR results of 49.95 pints a day and 2.01 L/kWh. It adds Wi-Fi. Frigidaire's older FFAP5033W1 pump model is still searched for a lot; this is the closest current equivalent in Frigidaire's lineup.
Heads up: Canadian version is FHDP5033W1.
| Model number | FHDP5033Y1 |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Not stated by maker |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published |
| ENERGY STAR test result | 49.95 pints/day, integrated energy factor 2.01 L/kWh |
| Fan speeds | 2 |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 49.95 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 520 kWh/yr (record for FHDP5033Y1) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- ENERGY STAR test data published
- Built-in pump
- Wi-Fi
Cons
- 2 fan speeds
- Pump lift not stated in our sources
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): ENERGY STAR certified product record; Staples listing FHDP5033Y1 (Wi-Fi, 2-speed, ENERGY STAR); Frigidaire dehumidifier lineup; ENERGY STAR certified product record (FHDP5033Y1).
GE dehumidifier with pump
GE ENERGY STAR 50 Pint Dehumidifier with Built-in Pump
The GE dehumidifier with pump most people search for is the APEL50LZ: 50 pints, built-in pump, three fan speeds and a 15 pint bucket, with no app to set up. It is an older model that GE still lists but that no longer appears on ENERGY STAR's current certified list, and it has mostly been sold through Home Depot. GE's newer 50 pint pump models (such as the ADHE50PWF with Smart Dry) are the ones to compare it with if you see both.
Heads up: Sold mainly through Home Depot; Consumer Reports notes limited distribution. Older model: still sold by some retailers, but no longer on ENERGY STAR's current certified list.
| Model number | APEL50LZ |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,500 sq ft (Home Depot listing) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | No |
| ENERGY STAR | Not stated |
| Noise | Not published |
| Bucket / capacity | 15 pints |
| Fan speeds | 3 |
| Current draw | 7.2 A |
| Refrigerant | R410A |
| ENERGY STAR status | Not on ENERGY STAR's current certified list (checked Nov 2026); older listings may describe an earlier certification. |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Built-in pump
- 3 fan speeds
- 15 pint backup bucket
Cons
- Older model, not currently ENERGY STAR listed
- Mostly sold through Home Depot
- Pump lift not stated in our sources
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): GE Appliances product page APEL50LZ; Home Depot listing APEL50LZ.
Best 70 pint dehumidifier with pump
Honeywell TP-Fit 50 Pint ENERGY STAR Dehumidifier with Pump
Looking for a 70 pint dehumidifier with pump? Since the 2019 DOE test change, that class is sold as 50 pints. The Honeywell dehumidifier with pump to buy now is the TP-Fit TPFIT50PWK, which replaced the older TP70PWKN ("50 pint, 70 pint 2019 DOE standard"). Its pump drains vertically or horizontally up to 15 feet (Sylvane), and its ENERGY STAR record shows 49.66 pints a day at 2.01 L/kWh. Retailers list it for up to 4,000 sq ft.
| Model number | TPFIT50PWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 4,000 sq ft (retailer listing) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Not stated |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published |
| Pump reach | Drains vertically or horizontally up to 15 ft (Sylvane) |
| Size / weight | 24.1 x 15.35 x 10.55 in, 40.48 lb (Staples) |
| Fan speeds | 2 |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 49.66 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 516 kWh/yr (record for TPFIT50PWK) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Pump reach about 15 ft
- Current ENERGY STAR certification
- 50 pints (old 70 pint class)
Cons
- 2 fan speeds
- Noise not published
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Honeywell Air Comfort TPFIT50PWK; Staples listing TPFIT50PWK; Sylvane: Honeywell TP-Fit series (pump reach); ENERGY STAR certified product record (TPFIT50PWK).
Best 3-speed 50 pint dehumidifier with pump
Hisense 50 Pint Lift-Up Dehumidifier with Built-In Pump
Hisense's ADH50KP26 adds three fan speeds and Auto, Continuous and Manual modes to the usual 50 pint pump formula, with a quick-connect hose to a sink or basement window. It is ENERGY STAR certified (49.95 pints a day, 2.01 L/kWh), and its listing rates it to run down to 38F.
| Model number | ADH50KP26 |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 50 pints/day |
| Coverage | Not stated by maker |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | No |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published |
| Low-temperature operation | Down to 38F (Amazon listing) |
| Fan speeds | 3 (High, Low, Auto) |
| Modes | Auto, Continuous, Manual |
| Drain | Quick-connect pump hose to a sink or window |
| Pump lift | Up to 16 ft with a 16 ft hose (Sylvane spec sheet for the Hisense 50 pint Lift-Up) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 49.95 pints/day, IEF 2.01 L/kWh, about 526 kWh/yr (record for ADH50KP26) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- 3 fan speeds
- Built-in pump
- Current ENERGY STAR certification
Cons
- No Wi-Fi
- Noise not published
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Amazon listing B0GWFVLJF3 (Model Number ADH50KP26); Sylvane spec sheet: Hisense 50 Pint Lift-Up; ENERGY STAR certified product record (ADH50KP26).
Midea Cube 35 pint smart Wi-Fi dehumidifier with pump
Midea Cube 35 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
If you do not need 50 pints, the Midea Cube 35 pint smart Wi-Fi dehumidifier with pump (MAD35PS1QGR) gives you the same pump-and-app setup in a smaller size, rated by Midea for up to 3,500 sq ft. Stock has been patchy, so check availability.
Heads up: White MAD35S1QWT is the same size without a pump. Midea's US page has at times shown this SKU as unavailable.
| Model number | MAD35PS1QGR |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 35 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 3,500 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Not stated |
| Noise | Not published by Midea for this SKU |
| Bucket / capacity | 6.25 gal total tank capacity (retailer listing) |
| Weight | 45.2 lb (retailer listing) |
| App | Midea app shows humidity and water level, sends bucket-full alerts |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Pump and Wi-Fi
- Large expandable tank (6.25 gal total, retailer listing)
Cons
- Availability varies
- Noise not published
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page MAD35PS1QGR; Walmart listing MAD35PS1QGR.
Best basement dehumidifier with pump for cold spaces
AlorAir Sentinel HDi65S Crawl Space Dehumidifier with Pump
The AlorAir HDi65S is a crawl space and basement dehumidifier with pump, rated at 55 pints (AHAM) and operating down to 33.8F. If your space is cool, this beats any portable.
| Model number | HDi65S |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (crawl space / basement, low temp) |
| Capacity (AHAM test, 80F, 60% RH) | 55 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 1,300 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Not stated |
| Noise | Max 52 dB (Sylvane listing) |
| Low-temperature operation | 33.8F to 104F operating range (maker) |
| Capacity at saturation (90F, 90% RH) | 120 pints/day |
| Airflow | 130 CFM |
| Size / weight | 19.2 x 12.2 x 13.3 in, 44 lb |
| Warranty | 6-year limited (Amazon listing) |
| Price tier | Pro (about $900 and up) |
Pros
- Low-temp rating
- Pump and Wi-Fi
Cons
- Pro price tier
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): AlorAir product page HDi65S; AlorAir HDi65S spec sheet; Sylvane listing (noise, low temp).
Best self draining dehumidifier for large basements
AlorAir Sentinel HDi90 Basement and Crawl Space Dehumidifier with Pump
For big, wet spaces, the AlorAir HDi90 combines 90 pints a day (AHAM) with a built-in pump, making it a true self draining dehumidifier for basement use up to about 2,600 sq ft.
| Model number | HDi90 |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (crawl space / basement, low temp) |
| Capacity (AHAM test, 80F, 60% RH) | 90 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 2,600 sq ft (maker claim) |
| Built-in pump | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / app | Not stated |
| ENERGY STAR | Not stated |
| Noise | Max 58 dB (Sylvane listing) |
| Low-temperature operation | Down to 33.8F (retailer listing) |
| Capacity at saturation (90F, 90% RH) | 198 pints/day |
| Airflow | 210 CFM |
| Warranty | 6-year limited (Amazon listing) |
| Price tier | Pro (about $900 and up) |
Pros
- 90 pints/day AHAM
- Pump
Cons
- Max 58 dB
- Pro price tier
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Sylvane listing HDi90; AlorAir product spec PDF.
Pump vs gravity drain
| Built-in pump | Gravity drain hose | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Pump pushes water up through a thin hose | Water runs downhill through a hose |
| Needs | A sink, window or drain line within the pump's lift | A floor drain or sump below the outlet |
| Extra cost | Usually a higher price than the non-pump version | Just a hose |
| Failure point | Pump can clog; check the hose for kinks | Hose must stay sloped downhill |
| Best for | Basements with no floor drain | Basements and crawl spaces with a drain |
| Model | Published pump lift |
|---|---|
| Midea Cube 50 (MAD50PS1) | 16.4 ft (Midea spec sheet); 14 ft (Midea support answer) |
| Frigidaire FHDP5033Y1 | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| GE APEL50LZ | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Honeywell TPFIT50PWK | Up to 15 ft vertically or horizontally (Sylvane) |
| Hisense ADH50KP26 | Up to 16 ft (Sylvane spec sheet for the Hisense 50 pint Lift-Up) |
If the lift figure matters for your setup, check the manual for your exact model before buying. Most pump hoses are around 16 feet long, so measure the route from the unit to the sink or window first.
How to set up a dehumidifier pump hose
- Place the dehumidifier on a level floor near where the water will go.
- Connect the pump hose to the pump outlet on the back of the unit (this is a different port from the gravity drain).
- Run the hose to a utility sink, out a window, or into a standpipe. Clip or tape the end so it cannot slip out.
- Avoid sharp bends and loops that trap water, and keep the hose clear of freezing areas.
- Switch on pump mode (most units have a pump button or setting) and check the hose end after the first cycle.
- Clean the bucket and pump inlet every month or two so sediment does not block the pump.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- ENERGY STAR: Dehumidifiers buying guidance and sizing chart
- Midea Canada spec sheet MAD50PS1QGRC (pump lift)