Midea is one of the biggest dehumidifier makers, and the Cube smart dehumidifier is its best-known line. If you are shopping for a Midea dehumidifier, this is the range most people end up comparing.
The Midea Cube dehumidifier looks different from other dehumidifiers because it is: the body is a short cube and the water bucket underneath slides down and expands when in use, then collapses for storage. Midea sells the Cube in 20, 35 and 50 pint sizes, with and without a built-in pump, mostly with Wi-Fi.
We have not lab-tested a Cube ourselves. This review pulls together Midea's spec sheets and listings plus RTINGS' published measurements, so you can see where the marketing matches the data and where it does not.
Midea Cube sizes compared
| Cube 20 | Cube 35 (pump) | Cube 50 (pump) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | MAD20S1QWT | MAD35PS1QGR | MAD50PS1QWT |
| Capacity (DOE) | 20 pints/day | 35 pints/day | 50 pints/day |
| Maker coverage claim | 1,500 sq ft | 3,500 sq ft | 4,500 sq ft |
| Built-in pump | No | Yes | Yes (16.4 ft lift per Midea spec sheet) |
| Wi-Fi app | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bucket | 3.2 gal expandable | 6.25 gal total (retailer) | Expandable, 3x a standard bucket (listing) |
| Price tier | $$$ | $$$ | $$$ |
Midea Cube 50 pint dehumidifier
Midea Cube 50 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
The Midea Cube 50 pint dehumidifier (also listed as the Midea 50 pint Cube dehumidifier) is the model most people mean when they say "the Cube dehumidifier." It is the one to buy for basements. The pump version can lift water 14 to 16.4 feet depending on which Midea source you read, and the bucket expands so far that many owners go days between emptying even without the hose.
The data gap to know about is noise. Midea quotes as low as 42 dB(A). RTINGS measured 54.3 dBA on low fan and 56.2 dBA on high. RTINGS also measured efficiency at 1.1 L/kWh in its own test, well below the 2.01 L/kWh in ENERGY STAR's certification record for the MAD50PS1QWT-A. Different test conditions explain part of that gap, but it is a reminder that certification numbers are best used to compare models, not to predict your exact power bill.
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
- Big capacity in a small footprint
- Pump plus huge bucket
- ENERGY STAR
- Useful app
Cons
- Measured noise well above claim
- Confusing SKU list
- Higher price than basic 50 pint units
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).
Midea Cube 35 pint with pump
Midea Cube 35 Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
The Midea Cube 35 pint smart wifi dehumidifier with pump (MAD35PS1QGR) is a good middle ground for a medium basement, a large family room or a workshop. It keeps the pump and the app. Midea's own US product page has at times listed it as unavailable, so check stock before planning around it.
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 in a mid size
- Large total tank capacity
Cons
- Availability
- Noise not published
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page MAD35PS1QGR; Walmart listing MAD35PS1QGR.
Midea Cube 20 pint
Midea Cube 20 Pint Smart Dehumidifier
The Midea Cube 20 pint dehumidifier is the bedroom and apartment size. It has no pump, but its 3.2 gallon expandable bucket is large for a 20 pint unit. Treat Midea's 1,500 sq ft claim as marketing: Sylvane suggests about 300 sq ft, which fits one room.
| Model number | MAD20S1QWT |
|---|---|
| Type | Compressor (portable) |
| Capacity (current DOE test, 65F) | 20 pints/day |
| Coverage | Up to 1,500 sq ft (maker claim); Sylvane suggests about 300 sq ft |
| Built-in pump | No |
| Wi-Fi / app | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Noise | Not published by Midea for this SKU |
| Bucket / capacity | 3.2 gal (12 L) expandable bucket, per the user manual |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (Sylvane listing) |
| ENERGY STAR test data | 20.16 pints/day, IEF 1.70 L/kWh, about 249 kWh/yr (record for MAD20S1QWT) |
| Price tier | Mid (about $200 to $400) |
Pros
- Small, with big bucket
- Wi-Fi
Cons
- No pump
- 1-year warranty
Spec sources (checked 2026-11-11): Midea US product page MAD20S1QWT; Sylvane listing (suggested room size, warranty); User manual (capacity, tank); ENERGY STAR certified product record (MAD20S1QWT).
Midea app
The Midea app (Midea Air on some phones) connects the Cube over Wi-Fi. Midea says it shows the real-time humidity and water level and lets you preset a water level for a full-bucket alert. You can also change the target humidity and fan speed remotely. For WiFi setup help and other app-connected models, see our best dehumidifier guide.
Midea Cube vs Frigidaire vs GE
| Midea Cube 50 (pump) | Frigidaire FHDP5033Y1 | GE APEL50LZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (DOE) | 50 pints | 49.95 pints (ENERGY STAR test) | 50 pints |
| Pump | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | No |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes (IEF 2.01 L/kWh) | Yes (IEF 2.01 L/kWh) | Not on current list (older model) |
| Published noise | 42 dB(A) claim; 54 to 56 dBA measured | Not published | Not published |
| Bucket | Expandable, extra large | Not stated in our sources | 15 pints |
Verdict
| Criterion | How the Cube 50 scores | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture removal | Strong | 50 pints/day DOE rating |
| Draining convenience | Excellent | Pump plus expandable bucket |
| Noise | Average | RTINGS measured 54 to 56 dBA |
| Efficiency | Good | ENERGY STAR certified |
| Smart features | Good | App with humidity and bucket alerts |
The Midea Cube is worth it if you want a 50 pint dehumidifier that you can set up and mostly forget. It is not the quietest option, and if you have a floor drain and no interest in apps, a cheaper 50 pint model without a pump does the same core job.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- RTINGS: Midea Cube MAD50PS1QWT measurements
- Midea Canada spec sheet MAD50PS1QGRC
- Midea US: Cube 35 pint with pump
- Midea US: Cube 20 pint