I’ve just purchased one and it’s arrived! I’ve reached peak adulthood being excited for this😂 I’ve wanted a dehumidifier & air purifier for a while as I live in a flat of a town centre and I suffer every winter from chest colds/ infections as well as awful hayfever every summer and dust is endless! I said screw it and spent a bit on the MeacoDry Arete One as I’ve read so many good reviews. I like how it purifies and dehumidifies as well as other functions and it’s sleek looking with easy functions☺️ I’ve obviously got to give it time to see how it helps improve my home air so I really hope it helps my health too a bit!
Just got mine today and I'm so amazed how much water this has already pick up. Within 1 hour I had loads of water inside the tank. If you have a house with moisture or damp, I highly recommend. I've had a few dehumidifier and nothing compares to this.
@@chanelp3800I have one couldn't be happier and it's quite quiet. It has a night mode where it goes to minimum, low fan, no beeps and panel lights are off.
@giddy9052 hi I got one few weeks ago I took ages to get water in really good Air quality I'd much purer now especially having a puppy dachshund with the hair & dander ! & puppy smells lol
OK I've just manged to get if off night mode 😂😂 also another question I like to have it on continuous (like my old one which lasted 24 yrs not a meaco though) So if I have it on continuous and then switch it off , ,then say next day switch it bk on again do I have to re set it to continuous ,or will it save (remember the setting it was last on ?)overall the water and speed it has been drawing water I'm very happy with ,just the control panel takes abit of getting used to . Mine is the meacodry Arete one 12l😊
Bought two of these on the weekend after a good recommendation from a friend. It has been around 24 degrees with 78% humidity. Even within a few hours it made the house feel so much more comfortable. Brought it down to 55% within about 3 hours. Used the laundry mode as an experiment on a king sized duvet cover. It was absolutely excellent and dried it really quickly. This will be a life saver in the winter. Thoroughly recommend this product.
Purchased: August 2022 - still works GREAT! ruclips.net/user/postUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn I live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install.This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment.I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!
Bought this recently and must say it’s the best product I’ve ever purchased. It’s been difficult to get rid of the moisture in the house now during the winter, especially as we dry clothes indoors. I’ve bought multiple semi-cheap (50-90€) dehumidifiers from Amazon and they just couldn’t deliver what I needed. Decided to spend the 249€ for the 12L and my god the performance is just absolutely insane. I have thermometers in every single room to measure the humidity and I can say that this thing delivers to a tee. Living in a 2 story 2 bedroom townhouse. Get one, you won’t regret it.
Had mine for a about 2 months now. Amazing peice of kit. Bonus is that it can be flat against the wall. Not using the air filter makes a big difference on the noise.
I ordered and today received 2 MeacoDry Arete One's on the strength of this presentation and many positive reviews. I know they will make a world of difference to the home's humidity during the colder months.
I bought two 20L ones for my slightly larger than average 3 bed house. I have one downstairs centrally in the house, and one upstairs. This brings the humidity down upstairs, and downstairs at the same rate, in about a day. Otherwise with only one downstairs it takes about 3 days for the humidity to drop upstairs as well. Bonus of having two, if one breaks down there's always a back up, and they should both last longer...
I’m thinking about getting 2 too. Not sure what sizes though 3 bedrooms upstairs and downstairs Lounge, large kitchen and conservatory so may look at an Ebac one as can do cooler temperatures for conservatory 3degrees. Not sure though 😬😬
Thanks for this video. Mine arrived today and it’s sitting for the 5 hours while it settles after transportation. Making good use of my time and learning how to use it before I get it out of the box. Thanks again!
I’ve came to the party pretty late but I made a Arete One purchase because the reviews said it’s still the best on the market to the Arete Two. I’ll give an update on this product in a couple of months
I have just purchased the 20l dry aerate one and I’m really impressed with the amount of water it’s collected, the condensation has gone and the wife’s asthma has eased, recommended this to my parents and brother and both are seriously considering buying . One question …. Can the hepa filter be washed when dirty ?😊
I bought the LE 20l one and I can't stop obsessing about the value of these machines. I can honestly say it changed our lives on so many levels Warmer home, much much better air quality, better sleep quality. No condensation, no mould. I am now looking to buy this one as well as the Hepa filter turned out to be something we desperately needed without knowing we did. And this one comes with better Hepa filter.However this one is sold out. Can I have info about the date when it will be available again? Thanks
20L Low Energy also comes with a HEPA filter and is in stock everywhere. Arete as you say also has a HEPA filter and should be in stock in 3 weeks time. The 25L version is in stock at the moment.
@@MeacoUK Thank you for your answer. Unfortunately at the time of my comment both of them were already sold out. I also looked around in 3rd party websites as well. I am aware that LE comes with HEPA, I just would like to have the one with the better HEPA. Thanks anyway. I registered my email address for notifications for when it becomes available again. Fingers crossed 🤞
@@timeajenei2083 The response and demand from customers is amazing, so demand is out running supply at the moment but more stocks will arrive later in the month.
I hage this one in 10k and a larger ABC for my laundry. Nothng on the info or box told me the casters were in the water collector- i had to wait for customer services as I thought the catstors were missing. Mine doesn't have a handle on the bucket 😩 Woukd have been good for you to discuss running costs.
There is a label on the handle saying that the castor are in the tank. The smaller 10L model does not have a handle on the tank because there is no room for one and it is much lighter. We have not included running costs because in Britain electricity costs vary every six months.
Just ordered mine due to horrendous condensation. I have a question about the HEPA filters? Do these have to be fitted all the time or only if you want to use the unit for AP? I only envisage using the AP mode in the summer so don’t want to waste the filters all year round. Does the dehumidifier mode operate without the HEPA filter fitted?
This will happen if you empty the tank before it is full because as you pull the tank out you jiggle the spout, knocking whatever water is sitting in the spout. If you wait until the machines asks you to empty the tank, Arete will have dried the spout and you shouldn't get this small puddle. This feature is something unique to Arete.
My 25L is doing an amazing job folks & my home is now dry and mould free. I've learned to understand how it works & why it does this or that. Now it has my home dry it mainly only comes on every 30 minutes to test the air. I use it regularly for Laundry and it usually dries it before the 6 hours so I simply press the smart humidity button to bring it out os Smart Laundry mode & the fan then reduces. I find hanging laundry higher up dries faster in a room with doors closed. When its' finished I then place it in the hall with doors open so it can maintain the whole apartment. It is larger than I needed but expect more leaks from above so I do have special circumstances. I'm getting the 25L for my son as his house is much larger & it's going to be busy for a while until it gets the dampness in the walls reduced.I am delighted so far. P.S. The fan was louder while it spent a few days getting my apartment dried out. In night mode it quietens but will keep working to reduce humidity if it's bad so give it time to get your home in shape.
I’m thinking of getting the 25l one. I have a standard 3 bedrooms and thinking of putting it on the landing. However I have a conservatory downstairs (not heated overnight) so I think I need something downstairs as well. Does the 25 L do you’d whole house? Do you have it in one place or move it around ? It’s quite heavy ?
@@helenalovelock1030 Hi Helena, In short I move mine if needed to use as a air purifier in a specific room. I have an apartment all on one floor and it does all rooms. I have birds so need to clean the filters and the back regular plus like to keep it tip top working. So brush vacuum the dust on the outside facing of the hepa filter so to pull dust back and not through the filter. Maintenance is important to keep it functioning at its best and keeping all windows clear. If weather turns quickly condensation will appear but the Meaco Arete soon catches up & rids it. I've used heating much less & the whole flat never has that cold areas I used to get. Your question... Yes I'd get the 25L I have 2 very large bedrooms . I got my son same 25L but his home has 3 floors and basement was very damp. He now dries all his washing down there with the Arete.. tip (it will dry washing on normal function but will take hours) So machine will be going much longer.. I use the 'laundry' option and it's dry in couple of hours. (Try to hang laundry higher than Arete but not over it. Close as possible though) It IS very heavy like pulling a box full of heavy glass bottles, especially if needs emptying. So unplug and empty before moving. The machine will stop completely after laundry mode so when you press 'on' it will start again in laundry mode.. simply press the dehumidifier button to switch out of laundry mode at any time. If you keep all doors open it will work longer to clear the whole house so you could either.. Have 2 machines to save keep alternating.. or.. one machine which will be on much longer. All situations are unique so nobody can tell you how yours will work for you in your home. I can tell you though that mine took a few days on all the time putting on night mode at night) the fan does go quieter but this is only noticed if it's working full force when you turn night mode on. So you may notice a youtube vid where she says the night button makes no difference... Well as I said, it does when working full fans as it will alter to just the one fan or less power? I'm unsure of what happens but it does change the functioning to quieter. If your Arete is getting full close to bedtime, you can turn off and empty it not have to wait until stops and red light is on. We empty the large water compartment every couple of days. After months we are still delighted with our warmer drier homes and less washing hanging around. I rarely use tumble drier, very rare. I do ramble so if I haven't answered properly please ask again or any other questions. Meaco are also very helpful and soon respond to questions placed on their website. This machine was a solid investment for me and as someone with a lot of damp and leaks from DIY enthusiast in apartment above. I'm still in love with my Arete :-)
The 20L id same size casing as the 25L Some stores sell 18L but not online. I saw one on youtube... not sure size of the casing.. Tip: If you scuff your casing dragging vacuum past or clash with something. It can be impossible to get off the surface with normal cleaners. 'PINK' cream cleaner moves it in a jiffy.
@@FLOSSYTREADWELL thank you so so much for answering I think I’m going to bite the bullet and get one for the upstairs at least. We have mould in our loft 😫😫 for where our bathroom fan was releasing steam into the loft unknowingly. I will definitely get the 25L then think about getting one that works well in colder temperatures for the kitchen conservatory which is where we dry washing in the winter. Do you use it in the summer too?
@@helenalovelock1030 You're very welcome. I've not had it that long juse a few colder months where condensation was terrible (up 3 inches high on bottom of bedroom windows) I will use the AP Air purifier alone in summer Helena. it'll keep the bird dander down. You can also get charcoal filter instead of the normal ones if there are smokers in your home. As you probably read the Air purifier can be used independently or its on automatically when the dehumidifier is on. So it will probably get some rest on and off throughout summer months. As soon as I see wet or mould or my little £12 Amazon humidity meter aka hygrometer, rises I'll be using it. Also for washing & cooking, the latter really raised moisture in your home and when I cook for a while the meter goes up. You can also switch your machine on to check levels if you have no meter. I find my amazon hygrometer matches the Arete reading - if it changes I know the hygrometer needs recalibrating. I got both ours (mine and my son's) from John Lewis. They also have a great deal of info for the machine after purchase & troubleshooter. Ignore part where it says wheels come inside the water changer.. I believe that's old info on John Lewis as theyr'e now already fixed on these 25L. Its free delivery and the customer care is great too. As long as you receive a brand new machine. I went through any negative comments and found it was generally from posters who had not understood the machine. If the fan sounds louder altering position slightly can alleviate that. It is louder when fully working hard to absorb the moisture. the enclosed instruction are limited for people like me who need everything spelling out. So if you have any issues and want fast answer & I can help with that. But please contact Meaco for a professional answer. Thing is not to sit and worry that something is wrong - get help. As you use it and become accustomed it will all make sense :-) These are made for british weather & though you may read that the Dessicant type is better for colder wet rooms. I would say that for an unheated outside garage in canada, perhaps yes but the Arete is fine for cooler wet rooms and basements in UK :-)
Thanks for the video.. Could I pls ask do both the purifier and dehumidifier work at the same time ... Unless you just want to use air purifier? Thanks
Wow! That looks so much better designed than mine!! I bought my 1st proper dehumidifier last year. Due to the stupid council's exterior insulation, that was put on in 2020, the humidity in my house, which used to be a perfect 45% all year round, goes up to ridiculous amounts in the summer! After a LOT of research I bought the Ecoair low energy one, but it's incredibly loud!! It's touch icons are on the side, so you have to bend down to see what you're doing, which due to disability/pain, hurts me every time! The icons are also small! 🙄 No handle on the water tub either, etc etc etc! I have two of the Meaco big fans, and they are one the best purchases I have EVER made!! We had two mini heatwaves, here in Scotland, and they absolutely saved my life! I've got bad M.E., and can't control my own body temperature. Question: I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l Is it as quiet as this big one? Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l? What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size? Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house) It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it?? That's incredibly quiet compared to my 12l Ecoair!! PS: could you please do a ideo on either the 10l or 12l MeacoDry Arete? Thanks
Miss Moose, thank you for your kind comments, I can answer your questions as follows. I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l Is it as quiet as this big one? - it is a lot quieter at 35dB Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l? - just that the smaller 10L is physically smaller, all of the features remain the same. What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size? - the 10 and 12L have the same size tank and the machines are physically the same. You just get 20% more water from the 12L. Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house) There is a free HEPA filter in the box, but you don't have to use it. It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it?? - Yes it was! Hope this helps. Chris
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just received a MeacoDry Arete One 10l. The water tank on the received model does not have a handle like the black one featured in the video, but it dues have the side grips. I previously had a Meaco DD122FW-MK4 dehumidifier which is great and still working eleven years on, but have upgraded due to energy hikes. Wish I'd gone for the 12L but so far so good with the 10l.
@@evansa6947 Thank you for your purchase. You are correct that there is no handle because of space and because the tank is a lot lighter so a handle is not required.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just got an Arete One 12L, the instruction booklet, labelled "10L and 12L", clearly says the water tank has a carry handle - but as you say here, the units themselves do not. I don't agree at all that it is easy to empty without a handle - please do a video showing how you empty a full 10L or 12L water tank without it spilling everywhere - I can't manage to, even with the tank only half full, it spills. I just messaged customer service about this, in the hope that maybe there was a problem with my tank, and I'd be able to get a replacement, with a handle, but judging by your comments here, that's not going to be an option... Very disappointing. I think you need to reconsider the decision to dispense with a handle on the 10 and 12L models, or at least update the manuals for these units, so the blurb doesn't make claims about how useful the entirely fictitious water tank handle would be.
After advise.. just bought the 20L version.. it’s been on for about an hour and sounds so loud about the same noise level as our washing machine ! Hopefully this is just the unit settling down. Fingers crossed. It’s positioned on the landing ( on deep pile carpet ) so thought any vibrations would have been dampened.
Update, spoke to the lovely people at Meaco who determined mine was faulty and arranged a warranty replacement which was received Monday this week ( 24/10/22 ).. i thought this was it, its much quieter ( no way the low level noise in this video ) but quieter than the original.. Day 4 and unfortunately its never going back on, so much noise and even in " night mode " I have to have ear plugs to have a decent night sleep.. Such a shame as the unit is really nicely designed. now looking for a full refund from where we originally purchased from :-( ** Please note ** the people at Meaco Cust Care where fantastic and a credit to the company **
I've bought a Meaco 12L dehumidifier about 8 years ago and it's still going strong! Fantastic, reliable brand for sure. I'm now looking to buy another one for my brother but unsure whether or not to get the 12L or a 20L arete model. His house is typically colder than mine, does anyone know which model is more efficient at running at lower temps?
Thank you for your loyality and your kind comments. For your brother it depends on how cold is cold? How many people in the house, how they dry their laundry and whether they have an extractor fan in the bathroom and kitchen?
@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 - thanks for the reply. I think his house varies depending on the room but the coldest during the day would be around 5°. There's just himself and his two kids in the home, and the only extractor fan is in the kitchen (although the bathroom does have a small window). Across the house, he estimates the temperature to be circa 5°-13°. Possibly dipping lower with the colder snaps over winter (it's a large old farmhouse). Thanks.
OK 3rd day in and it's pulling water great ,my problem is the touch panel, I put it on night mode last night and this morning I can't get it off night mode it's not locked and I've even turned it off, and tried ro start again by pressing the water drop button to change the setting (which is a bit faffy full stop ) maybe actual buttons for each setting would be easier ,anyway bk to my issue it won't come off night mode and the water drop (change mode ) isn't working
@@chrischapman3447 Are they out of stock again? (12/12/22). I'm preferring the 20L version but out of stock everywhere. I have seen 18L available though
liycrs2 I've just purchased 18l from ebay arriving on Wednesday hopefully. Been trying to get one for so long but they go out of stock fast. 18l is ideal for my small bungalow.
I have only just purchased the 20L model, and so far I'm impressed, I will see how I get on as my flat is prone to damp and mold. It's very easy to operate, and one thing the video doesn't mention, is that you don't need the HEPA filter to operate it, and the air purification mode can be run without the HEPA filter. According to the manual, if you install the HEPA filter there is no need to enter air purification mode as it does both at the same time.
Hi there, what litre would you recommend for a 3 bedroom home please? I am mainly going to be using it for my bedroom which has a relative humidity of 70%+ and also I will be using it for drying the laundry quick as possible, also I will be using it around the whole home in a central position and relavent humidity around the home is 60%+. Which size would you recommend for me please?
Hi, I’m interested in buying and Arete 25l. I see in the video it talks about the HEPA filter. Does this filter have to be forever changed for the machine to work , even f it’s not run in air purifier mode? Just seeing if this is an added running cost if needs to be constantly changed. Thank you.
@@sofasurfer253 A lot of stock went into Argos yesterday, with more going in today and early next week (data correct 10th March 2023). Hope this helps.
My new 12L arrived yesterday and it is struggling to get my home humidity down below 70/75%.. I have a smaller 3 bedroom house and I have positioned it in the hallway and it has removed less than a litre of water in the last 24hr.. windows are all closed and it does seem to be able to hack it 😢.. could it be faulty or am I doing something wrong?
Thank you for your purchase. When you first get the machine, please note there is excess moisture and it is best to allow time for the unit to work. To begin with, the machine will be running for longer periods, naturally, unless you already had a dehumidifier in place. Check your target, we advise set it to 55%rh. Windows closed as you are. Allow time for the unit to work. If you are concerned there could be an issue with the unit, try leaving it just outside the bathroom after a shower, let it run for a couple of hours and check if water has been collected, if so, good news, it's working. Omar@Meaco
I've just bought the 20L version of this. I know it can go flush with its back against the wall. But can it go in a corner so that one of its sides is against a wall as well? Or will this reduce performance?
Hi I’ve just purchased the 20L version, it’s set at 55 is that how they all come and I should adjust myself? I’ve looked online and I’m not sure exactly what % is ok Thanks in advance for your help
I have a 4 bedroom home with an attic conversion, so spread across 3 floors. It's about 1700 sq feet in total across the 3 floors. Humidity at the moment is reading at anything from 55% to 70%+ depending on the room. We also dry quite a lot of clothes in the house also. Would I be better off purchasing one Arete 25L and place it downstairs or two 10L/12L models and place on each floor? Any other suggestions?
Thanks for the informative video. I just bought a used 12L one, but had no instruction manual, or hepa filter. I was told that the dehumidifier and the air purifier can be used independently. I only want it for dehumidifying the flat, without the purifier running. (filters are expensive and I have 2 purifiers already. Plus Meaco say running the purifier makes the machine slightly louder) Can they run independently, and if so, how do you set it to just dehumidify?
A lot of people say this is super quiet but I would say it's just average? Anyone else feel the same? Also, if the water bucket is only 4.8L, why would it be advertised as a 20L?
@@DanyaalButt 20 litres is the maximum extraction rate and not the bucket size. The noise does sometimes depend on the floor, dehumidifiers are noiser on wooden floors because of the reverb effect.
Hi there. Whats the port behind the bucket on the top left side for? There is a rubber cover on it that can be removed and it isn't anywhere in the instructions.
Hi I'm trying to read up on, if there is any temperature the dehumidifyer will not work in? I.e were in winter now, it's showing 7 degrees overnight here on the bbc weather app. Will it still work OK overnight?
Don't worry about the outdoor temperatures, it is the indoor conditions that count. Below 10C use a Meaco desiccant. Between 10 and 15C use Meaco 20 or 25L. Above that use any Meaco compressor you like.
Hi there please help. I have a 3 bedroom house and thinking about gettting the 25l Aerate One and putting it on the landing. My question is I also have a conservatory at the other end of the house (not heated at night) . Do I need another one for downstairs in the Kitchen /conservatory? Worried about energy costs of having 2 dehumidifiers running. Also if it gets too cold in the conservatory/kitchen
The problem with this application is that there will be no airflow between the conservatory and the rest of the house. So the Arete on the landing cannot serve the conservatory. You will therefore need a second unit. Most conservatories go cold overnight, so you would need a Meaco DD8L Junior in that space (for when it is below 10°C).
Hello & thanks for your purchase. You can certainly feel free to move your unit, so long as it's kept upright, you'll have no issues. Simply plug in and use.
Hello, I recently purchased the Arete One Dehumidifier 18L from Costco for my ground floor maisonette, which consists of two bedrooms, a standard bathroom, living room, and kitchen - all on one level without stairs. I'm curious if this size is suitable for my home, or if it might be excessive. Would it be advisable to exchange it for the 12L model instead?
If it helps any, I bought a 12L one about 8 years ago for my ground floor flat. That had a large living room, 2 bedrooms, standard bathroom and medium kitchen. It was a perfect size and the Meaco brand I can vouch for, pretty reliable from my experience. I think your 18L will be fine esepcially as its a maisonette, but I probably wouldn't go any bigger if you buy again later on down the line.
This is very well designed. I cant decide between the Meaco one and the Ebac one. I can’t understand the technology behind or the marketing behind the Smart Control of the Ebac one.
The Meaco will always be cheaper to run and quieter, that is a fact. Smart Control on an Ebac will run the machine until it fills the tank once a day, everyday. Sometimes this is useful, but mostly you just end up spending more on electricity.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thankyou 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. I can’t wait to find out what the new Meaco will be like. What date is it released and cz. You give us any clues ?
maybe a stupid question but should I only install the hepa filter in the AP (air purifier) mode, when the moisture level is low. When the moisture is high will removing the hepa filter increase flow and therefore the dehumidifier work better?
Just received mine two days ago, it is taking a lot of water out of the air, about two litres every 8hrs, very impressed with it. I have an end terrace old stone house, exterior walls feel damp in a few places and it has mold in a few places. I live alone, the place has two upstairs rooms ( one empty, one my bedroom) a lounge downstairs, kitchen and toilet. It's not a big place and really suits one person, maybe two. Is the 12l Arete One the right model for this place ? also is it safe to leave it one 24/7, the fan speed will be high because the original humidity was 76/80%
Hello, Thanks for your recent purchase. Yes the 12L is suitable for your home size, it's best to leave the unit on 24/7, after you set your target it will look to achieve this, once it has, it will switch off for 30 minutes and recheck. Every 30 minutes it will check, it is designed to be on all the time in order to keep control. To begin with it will be required to use the higher fan speed and run for longer periods working to balance your home, once it has, you will notice a reduction in the water collection and time it remains on. Hope that helps. Omar@Meaco.
Received my Arete One today. I notice there’s no handle on the water ‘bucket’, so I assume that’s a design feature that Meaco reflected on as being not such a good idea in the current version?
Hi thank you for your comment, The smaller units do not have a carrier handle as the width in the bucket doesn't permit for much space and is light to carry when full. Our larger AreteOne models do have a handle, having a larger water tank, more space for the handle plus a almost twice as heavy as the smaller unit. Thanks, Omar@Meaco.
@@MeacoUK-Omar Hi and thank you. I’ve also attached the castors, but on reflection have decided I’d prefer not to have them attached. Once they’re on is there any way to remove them without damaging the plastic base of the unit or am I stuck with my original decision?
Hi. Great video, I've just purchased the Arete 25L and this was a helpful walk through of the features. I did have one question though. Many dehumidifiers suggest leaving 20-30cm minimum distance between the machine and any walls for airflow, but I've noticed the Arete seems to be OK to go much closer to the wall. Is there a reason why the Arete can go near a wall where other units cannot? Thanks for your help.
This morning just got dehumidifier Meaco 20l. It makes noise just like old refrigerators do. There is a fan noise, compressor noise and something like tiny squealing. Is that noise normal? Also I tried to measure the noise level on night mode si between 35-40 decibel, which is high enough and not possible to sleep with it. Honestly thought it was less loud.
An absolutely brilliant machine, we have a basement kitchen (two washing machines and two heat pump dryers) basement bedroom and en suite bathroom and it's working great, reducing humidity levels from 70% down to 45-55%%, thank you. Is the second button smart laundry or smart humidity?
Just about to buy this to replace a faulty electriQ dehumidifier. Should have got this from the start. Random question. Where did you get the sofa from? It looks comfortable and a high back is always great.
Can the hose, for continuous extraction, go upwards and into a sink? Or must it use gravity and go in to a tray (or outside the house through the wall) at a lower height than the machine?
@@MeacoUK Thanks! As your website is out of stock of the 25L model, would I still be able to register for the 5 year warranty if I was to purchase it from a business on eBay?
@@robertybob only if they are one of the authorised resellers listed on our website. Unfortunately there are too many people selling retailer's returns on Ebay who pretend they are new.
Just got the 20L version of this, the instructions state you can place it near a wall then another paragraph in the instructions says don’t! Which is correct? Thank you for your time.
Are the MeacoDry Arete 20L and 25L models exactually the same on the outside, physically the same size, with the same control panel and functions etc? Are the differences only internal with the 25L having a more powerful compressor etc? I'm trying to decide if it's worth paying extra for the 25L with the extra 51W power consumption, or if the 20L is more cost and energy efficient to run. Also I read in another comment on here that the Arete 2 will be coming soon. Is there any update on this as I can't find anything about it on your website. Thanks.
They are identical on the outside but the 25L has a larger fan motor and compressor which results in a lower cost per litre of water collected. Arete Two is due in January.
You can, just don't place the dehumidifier directly in front of the radiator because the heat from the radiator will warm up the incoming air sensor and the dehumidifier will think that the room air is dry.
Just bought a 25L for a 2 bedroom flat (one floor). If I put it in one corner of the house I’m assuming it wouldn’t work effectively? Do I need to find somewhere in the middle.
Hi I bought this machine 1 month ago when i change to clothes drying mode a fan speed change it makes loud noises like plastic rubbing against plastic because of the vibrations is this normal? Or can it be un even floor?
If you have a wooden floor then maybe, but please send a video to customer service so that we can provide you with a proper answer (customerservice AT meaco.com).
Do you have to have your laundry in the same room as the dehumidifier when tryint to dry clothes? Or can i have the dehumidifer on the landing and clothes in another room with door open for example?
@MeacoUK I thought so. My last question (we've just purchased this 3 days ago) how do I set a target, so I want to set at 50, it hasn't reached there yet we've had it on for 3 days closest its got is 57 58. But I've never set the target, how do I do this and thank you so much for a speedy reply. Thanks
@@stillolivia2230 thank you for your purchase. Press the droplet button until you see 50 on the screen. It takes a while to dry a house out, give it time (weeks not days) and it will get things under control.
Me again. Just to confirm. Day 1 of purchase, reasin 73 ish, on day 5... our target is 55... its mainly at 60 to 63 the odd time 59. Am I right in saying it will get there but allow a few weeks.
The arete 12l or the abc 12l ...im trying to decide, for a two bed house. Lots of humidity. One person living there. Quietest one would be best. Which would you choose, please?
Very small margins here, they are both very quiet and they would both do the job. With stock being in such high demand at the moment I would go for whichever one you can secure stock of.
Had the same question yesterday and ended up buying the Arete 25L, i just guessed it would be buying the best one you can afford, theyre an absolute godsend to be honest, within 90 minutes of plugging mine in (it was delivered today) the humidity fell from 67% to 51% The only real choice for you, i suppose is whether you want the HEPA filter or not ,if not, the ABC would be more than suitable
It will be fine for short periods below 10°C, if you are looking at long periods below 10°C then this is where a desiccant dehumidifier like the Meaco DD8L is the more efficient option.
The air is about 1C warmer than room temperature, but because it is moving it feels cooler (like a fan in summer). The dehumidifier itself cannot produce cool air.
Hi, is there a reason why, we've noticed the dehumidyyer only reaches the level we set 55, in the night? In the day it floats around 57-61, but we will wake up with it hitting 55, but in the day it never does? Even though we have it on the landing have all doors open, doing everything we should be.
I've owned my Meaco Arete 12l for around 9 months now. Reason for buying is that our house suffers with condensation due to solid concrete walls, which leads to mould in winter despite opening windows as much as possible to freshen the air. We started using the machine in February 2023, and in the first week it extracted around 12litres, so just shy of 2 litres a day. The air quality in our home has improved noticeably as, despite previous best efforts of cleaning windows and hoovering the air never really felt clear. The reduction of moisture in the air and walls, along with the help of the HEPA filter has really made a vast difference. This winter, I'm expecting a reduction in condensation and hopefully not having to go through the previous ritual of having to use a window vacuum every morning. The Meaco Arete is simple to use and is reasonably quiet, slightly quieter if you remove the HEPA filter at night time (if you are disturbed by the fan noise). I'd thoroughly recommend this easy to use device to reduce moisure in your home and to improve air quality, it really is a game changer.
Ah, thank you for commenting this! Was noticing it was loudish for when I wanted to sleep (I have 2 large windows in my bedroom with really bad condensation) and I took out the HEPA filter forgetting the instructions said it would reduce the noise and now it's perfect for sleep! You're a gem for mentioning that 🙏
Hi, I am considering getting one of these, I live in a 90m2 flat which is long and thin. Will the 12L model be sufficient if I put it somewhere in the middle of the flat?
Just purchased Arete 1 12l. Seems to work very well but cannot understand why it switches between low and high fan speed when within 15% of target rh level. For example rh 50% should drop to low fan speed at rh57. 5 but keeps switching back and forth when below 57.5rh. Am I missing something?
Thank you for your purchase, if you have set your target to 50%rh then it will be in low fan speed until 65%rh and high fan speed above that. Hope that helps.
Thank you for your purchase and your question. The length of time depends on how much moisture you are putting into the air each day and how damp the furniture and walls are. On average you are looking at 3 to 4 weeks.
Hello Chris at Meaco, I own the Meaco 25L Arete One dehumidifier. I was wondering, what's the best way to tell if the HEPA filter needs replacing, just to examine it - are there any particular signs that I should look for, or just if it's very unclean? Also, can the HEPA filter be washed? If not that's fine, I have a pack of replacements I bought along with buy the Arete One, but I'm just curious anyway. Thanks.
Works amazing, however when mine turns off after reaching the desired level, I noticed it never turns back on again. Have to manually press off and on again for it to update current humidity level and jump back into life
One of the Arête is with air purifier which is more expensive. I wonder if I need to buy air purifier and dehumidifier (arete) separately to get more efficient results? Because usually all in one devices work less efficiently. I have 2 bedroom ground floor flat in Glasgow and have a mould due to condensation.
All Arete models have the H13 medical grade filters and can be used as an air purifier. In a flat Arete should be all that you need and the dehumidification is the priority to deal with the condensation and the mould.
It does depend on how you measure better because the 25L Ultra Low Energy is a very, very good dehumidifier. That machine will remove more water for less money in a lot of situations but there is not a huge amount in it and the Arete does run quieter in most situations, does have the H13 HEPA filter and a five year warranty as standard. It is also easier to live with because of the attention to detail in the design process.
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I’ve just purchased one and it’s arrived! I’ve reached peak adulthood being excited for this😂 I’ve wanted a dehumidifier & air purifier for a while as I live in a flat of a town centre and I suffer every winter from chest colds/ infections as well as awful hayfever every summer and dust is endless! I said screw it and spent a bit on the MeacoDry Arete One as I’ve read so many good reviews. I like how it purifies and dehumidifies as well as other functions and it’s sleek looking with easy functions☺️ I’ve obviously got to give it time to see how it helps improve my home air so I really hope it helps my health too a bit!
Just got mine today and I'm so amazed how much water this has already pick up. Within 1 hour I had loads of water inside the tank. If you have a house with moisture or damp, I highly recommend. I've had a few dehumidifier and nothing compares to this.
Fabulous what size did you get .? I’m looking at the 25l one now but people saying way to noisy is it ? I want the filter too for dust & dander etc
@@chanelp3800I have one couldn't be happier and it's quite quiet. It has a night mode where it goes to minimum, low fan, no beeps and panel lights are off.
@giddy9052 hi I got one few weeks ago I took ages to get water in really good Air quality I'd much purer now especially having a puppy dachshund with the hair & dander ! & puppy smells lol
OK I've just manged to get if off night mode 😂😂 also another question I like to have it on continuous (like my old one which lasted 24 yrs not a meaco though)
So if I have it on continuous and then switch it off , ,then say next day switch it bk on again do I have to re set it to continuous ,or will it save (remember the setting it was last on ?)overall the water and speed it has been drawing water I'm very happy with ,just the control panel takes abit of getting used to .
Mine is the meacodry Arete one 12l😊
Bought two of these on the weekend after a good recommendation from a friend. It has been around 24 degrees with 78% humidity. Even within a few hours it made the house feel so much more comfortable. Brought it down to 55% within about 3 hours.
Used the laundry mode as an experiment on a king sized duvet cover. It was absolutely excellent and dried it really quickly. This will be a life saver in the winter.
Thoroughly recommend this product.
Purchased: August 2022 - still works GREAT! ruclips.net/user/postUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn I live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install.This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment.I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!
It’s not an A/C though ???
Bought this recently and must say it’s the best product I’ve ever purchased. It’s been difficult to get rid of the moisture in the house now during the winter, especially as we dry clothes indoors. I’ve bought multiple semi-cheap (50-90€) dehumidifiers from Amazon and they just couldn’t deliver what I needed. Decided to spend the 249€ for the 12L and my god the performance is just absolutely insane. I have thermometers in every single room to measure the humidity and I can say that this thing delivers to a tee. Living in a 2 story 2 bedroom townhouse. Get one, you won’t regret it.
I've got the Arete 12l and one BIG regret about this purchase: WHY I HAVEN'T BOUGHT IT EARLIER!???💧⛔💧⛔💧 It is a game changer! 🔥🔥
hello, i stuck between 12 an 20 liter. how much m2 is the room for the 12 l?
Had mine for a about 2 months now. Amazing peice of kit. Bonus is that it can be flat against the wall. Not using the air filter makes a big difference on the noise.
I ordered and today received 2 MeacoDry Arete One's on the strength of this presentation and many positive reviews.
I know they will make a world of difference to the home's humidity during the colder months.
I bought two 20L ones for my slightly larger than average 3 bed house. I have one downstairs centrally in the house, and one upstairs. This brings the humidity down upstairs, and downstairs at the same rate, in about a day. Otherwise with only one downstairs it takes about 3 days for the humidity to drop upstairs as well. Bonus of having two, if one breaks down there's always a back up, and they should both last longer...
I’m thinking about getting 2 too. Not sure what sizes though 3 bedrooms upstairs and downstairs Lounge, large kitchen and conservatory so may look at an Ebac one as can do cooler temperatures for conservatory 3degrees. Not sure though 😬😬
I get two in flat. 10 l and 20 l
Thanks for this video. Mine arrived today and it’s sitting for the 5 hours while it settles after transportation. Making good use of my time and learning how to use it before I get it out of the box. Thanks again!
Very nice video and clear instructions. The presenter has a very calming voice and friendly demeanor.
I’ve came to the party pretty late but I made a Arete One purchase because the reviews said it’s still the best on the market to the Arete Two. I’ll give an update on this product in a couple of months
Thank you. I got my dehumidifier recently and I appreciate your video with instructions
10 out of 10 bought 2 ,1 upstairs 1 downstairs i can highly recommend this for the house.
What sizes did you get ?
I have just purchased the 20l dry aerate one and I’m really impressed with the amount of water it’s collected, the condensation has gone and the wife’s asthma has eased, recommended this to my parents and brother and both are seriously considering buying .
One question …. Can the hepa filter be washed when dirty ?😊
Thank you for your kind comments. HEPA filters should always be binned to prevent the particles from being released back into the air.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 thankyou for the quick reply, will purchase filters from the meaco web site when needed
I bought the LE 20l one and I can't stop obsessing about the value of these machines. I can honestly say it changed our lives on so many levels
Warmer home, much much better air quality, better sleep quality. No condensation, no mould. I am now looking to buy this one as well as the Hepa filter turned out to be something we desperately needed without knowing we did. And this one comes with better Hepa filter.However this one is sold out. Can I have info about the date when it will be available again? Thanks
20L Low Energy also comes with a HEPA filter and is in stock everywhere. Arete as you say also has a HEPA filter and should be in stock in 3 weeks time. The 25L version is in stock at the moment.
@@MeacoUK Thank you for your answer. Unfortunately at the time of my comment both of them were already sold out. I also looked around in 3rd party websites as well. I am aware that LE comes with HEPA, I just would like to have the one with the better HEPA. Thanks anyway. I registered my email address for notifications for when it becomes available again. Fingers crossed 🤞
@@timeajenei2083 The response and demand from customers is amazing, so demand is out running supply at the moment but more stocks will arrive later in the month.
I hage this one in 10k and a larger ABC for my laundry. Nothng on the info or box told me the casters were in the water collector- i had to wait for customer services as I thought the catstors were missing. Mine doesn't have a handle on the bucket 😩
Woukd have been good for you to discuss running costs.
There is a label on the handle saying that the castor are in the tank. The smaller 10L model does not have a handle on the tank because there is no room for one and it is much lighter. We have not included running costs because in Britain electricity costs vary every six months.
Just ordered mine due to horrendous condensation. I have a question about the HEPA filters? Do these have to be fitted all the time or only if you want to use the unit for AP? I only envisage using the AP mode in the summer so don’t want to waste the filters all year round. Does the dehumidifier mode operate without the HEPA filter fitted?
Thank you for your purchase. The HEPA filters are optional and if you only want to use them in the summer then that is fine.
I may be wrong but if air's being sucked in why not filter the air.
I bought my arête one 3 weeks ago. It works wonders for me but there’s a pool of water at the base where the water tank resides. What’s causing this?
This will happen if you empty the tank before it is full because as you pull the tank out you jiggle the spout, knocking whatever water is sitting in the spout. If you wait until the machines asks you to empty the tank, Arete will have dried the spout and you shouldn't get this small puddle. This feature is something unique to Arete.
Very informative video everything explained so well nice tone and perfect speed of talking. Thankyou
My 25L is doing an amazing job folks & my home is now dry and mould free. I've learned to understand how it works & why it does this or that. Now it has my home dry it mainly only comes on every 30 minutes to test the air. I use it regularly for Laundry and it usually dries it before the 6 hours so I simply press the smart humidity button to bring it out os Smart Laundry mode & the fan then reduces. I find hanging laundry higher up dries faster in a room with doors closed. When its' finished I then place it in the hall with doors open so it can maintain the whole apartment. It is larger than I needed but expect more leaks from above so I do have special circumstances. I'm getting the 25L for my son as his house is much larger & it's going to be busy for a while until it gets the dampness in the walls reduced.I am delighted so far. P.S. The fan was louder while it spent a few days getting my apartment dried out. In night mode it quietens but will keep working to reduce humidity if it's bad so give it time to get your home in shape.
I’m thinking of getting the 25l one. I have a standard 3 bedrooms and thinking of putting it on the landing. However I have a conservatory downstairs (not heated overnight) so I think I need something downstairs as well. Does the 25 L do you’d whole house? Do you have it in one place or move it around ? It’s quite heavy ?
@@helenalovelock1030 Hi Helena, In short I move mine if needed to use as a air purifier in a specific room. I have an apartment all on one floor and it does all rooms. I have birds so need to clean the filters and the back regular plus like to keep it tip top working. So brush vacuum the dust on the outside facing of the hepa filter so to pull dust back and not through the filter. Maintenance is important to keep it functioning at its best and keeping all windows clear. If weather turns quickly condensation will appear but the Meaco Arete soon catches up & rids it. I've used heating much less & the whole flat never has that cold areas I used to get.
Your question... Yes I'd get the 25L I have 2 very large bedrooms . I got my son same 25L but his home has 3 floors and basement was very damp. He now dries all his washing down there with the Arete.. tip (it will dry washing on normal function but will take hours) So machine will be going much longer.. I use the 'laundry' option and it's dry in couple of hours. (Try to hang laundry higher than Arete but not over it. Close as possible though)
It IS very heavy like pulling a box full of heavy glass bottles, especially if needs emptying. So unplug and empty before moving. The machine will stop completely after laundry mode so when you press 'on' it will start again in laundry mode.. simply press the dehumidifier button to switch out of laundry mode at any time.
If you keep all doors open it will work longer to clear the whole house so you could either.. Have 2 machines to save keep alternating.. or.. one machine which will be on much longer.
All situations are unique so nobody can tell you how yours will work for you in your home. I can tell you though that mine took a few days on all the time putting on night mode at night) the fan does go quieter but this is only noticed if it's working full force when you turn night mode on. So you may notice a youtube vid where she says the night button makes no difference... Well as I said, it does when working full fans as it will alter to just the one fan or less power? I'm unsure of what happens but it does change the functioning to quieter. If your Arete is getting full close to bedtime, you can turn off and empty it not have to wait until stops and red light is on.
We empty the large water compartment every couple of days.
After months we are still delighted with our warmer drier homes and less washing hanging around. I rarely use tumble drier, very rare.
I do ramble so if I haven't answered properly please ask again or any other questions.
Meaco are also very helpful and soon respond to questions placed on their website.
This machine was a solid investment for me and as someone with a lot of damp and leaks from DIY enthusiast in apartment above.
I'm still in love with my Arete :-)
The 20L id same size casing as the 25L Some stores sell 18L but not online. I saw one on youtube... not sure size of the casing..
Tip: If you scuff your casing dragging vacuum past or clash with something. It can be impossible to get off the surface with normal cleaners. 'PINK' cream cleaner moves it in a jiffy.
@@FLOSSYTREADWELL thank you so so much for answering I think I’m going to bite the bullet and get one for the upstairs at least. We have mould in our loft 😫😫 for where our bathroom fan was releasing steam into the loft unknowingly. I will definitely get the 25L then think about getting one that works well in colder temperatures for the kitchen conservatory which is where we dry washing in the winter. Do you use it in the summer too?
@@helenalovelock1030 You're very welcome. I've not had it that long juse a few colder months where condensation was terrible (up 3 inches high on bottom of bedroom windows) I will use the AP Air purifier alone in summer Helena. it'll keep the bird dander down. You can also get charcoal filter instead of the normal ones if there are smokers in your home. As you probably read the Air purifier can be used independently or its on automatically when the dehumidifier is on. So it will probably get some rest on and off throughout summer months. As soon as I see wet or mould or my little £12 Amazon humidity meter aka hygrometer, rises I'll be using it. Also for washing & cooking, the latter really raised moisture in your home and when I cook for a while the meter goes up. You can also switch your machine on to check levels if you have no meter. I find my amazon hygrometer matches the Arete reading - if it changes I know the hygrometer needs recalibrating. I got both ours (mine and my son's) from John Lewis. They also have a great deal of info for the machine after purchase & troubleshooter. Ignore part where it says wheels come inside the water changer.. I believe that's old info on John Lewis as theyr'e now already fixed on these 25L. Its free delivery and the customer care is great too. As long as you receive a brand new machine. I went through any negative comments and found it was generally from posters who had not understood the machine. If the fan sounds louder altering position slightly can alleviate that. It is louder when fully working hard to absorb the moisture.
the enclosed instruction are limited for people like me who need everything spelling out. So if you have any issues and want fast answer & I can help with that. But please contact Meaco for a professional answer. Thing is not to sit and worry that something is wrong - get help. As you use it and become accustomed it will all make sense :-) These are made for british weather & though you may read that the Dessicant type is better for colder wet rooms. I would say that for an unheated outside garage in canada, perhaps yes but the Arete is fine for cooler wet rooms and basements in UK :-)
Thanks for the video.. Could I pls ask do both the purifier and dehumidifier work at the same time ... Unless you just want to use air purifier? Thanks
Wow! That looks so much better designed than mine!!
I bought my 1st proper dehumidifier last year. Due to the stupid council's exterior insulation, that was put on in 2020, the humidity in my house, which used to be a perfect 45% all year round, goes up to ridiculous amounts in the summer! After a LOT of research I bought the Ecoair low energy one, but it's incredibly loud!! It's touch icons are on the side, so you have to bend down to see what you're doing, which due to disability/pain, hurts me every time! The icons are also small! 🙄 No handle on the water tub either, etc etc etc!
I have two of the Meaco big fans, and they are one the best purchases I have EVER made!! We had two mini heatwaves, here in Scotland, and they absolutely saved my life! I've got bad M.E., and can't control my own body temperature.
Question:
I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l
Is it as quiet as this big one?
Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l?
What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size?
Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house)
It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it??
That's incredibly quiet compared to my 12l Ecoair!!
PS:
could you please do a ideo on either the 10l or 12l MeacoDry Arete?
Thanks
Miss Moose, thank you for your kind comments, I can answer your questions as follows.
I really need one just for my bedroom, and am thinking about the MeacoDry Arete One 10l
Is it as quiet as this big one? - it is a lot quieter at 35dB
Is there any difference in tech between this big one and the 10l? - just that the smaller 10L is physically smaller, all of the features remain the same.
What is the difference between the 10l and the 12l, apart from tank size? - the 10 and 12L have the same size tank and the machines are physically the same. You just get 20% more water from the 12L.
Is the Hepa filter on the 10 or 12l optional? (I've already got two air purifiers in the house) There is a free HEPA filter in the box, but you don't have to use it.
It was actually running when you were talking wasn't it?? - Yes it was!
Hope this helps.
Chris
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just received a MeacoDry Arete One 10l. The water tank on the received model does not have a handle like the black one featured in the video, but it dues have the side grips. I previously had a Meaco DD122FW-MK4 dehumidifier which is great and still working eleven years on, but have upgraded due to energy hikes. Wish I'd gone for the 12L but so far so good with the 10l.
@@evansa6947 Thank you for your purchase. You are correct that there is no handle because of space and because the tank is a lot lighter so a handle is not required.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 I just got an Arete One 12L, the instruction booklet, labelled "10L and 12L", clearly says the water tank has a carry handle - but as you say here, the units themselves do not. I don't agree at all that it is easy to empty without a handle - please do a video showing how you empty a full 10L or 12L water tank without it spilling everywhere - I can't manage to, even with the tank only half full, it spills. I just messaged customer service about this, in the hope that maybe there was a problem with my tank, and I'd be able to get a replacement, with a handle, but judging by your comments here, that's not going to be an option... Very disappointing. I think you need to reconsider the decision to dispense with a handle on the 10 and 12L models, or at least update the manuals for these units, so the blurb doesn't make claims about how useful the entirely fictitious water tank handle would be.
Very good video. Saved me to read the big manual :)
After advise.. just bought the 20L version.. it’s been on for about an hour and sounds so loud about the same noise level as our washing machine ! Hopefully this is just the unit settling down. Fingers crossed.
It’s positioned on the landing ( on deep pile carpet ) so thought any vibrations would have been dampened.
Update, spoke to the lovely people at Meaco who determined mine was faulty and arranged a warranty replacement which was received Monday this week ( 24/10/22 ).. i thought this was it, its much quieter ( no way the low level noise in this video ) but quieter than the original.. Day 4 and unfortunately its never going back on, so much noise and even in " night mode " I have to have ear plugs to have a decent night sleep.. Such a shame as the unit is really nicely designed. now looking for a full refund from where we originally purchased from :-(
** Please note ** the people at Meaco Cust Care where fantastic and a credit to the company **
I've bought a Meaco 12L dehumidifier about 8 years ago and it's still going strong! Fantastic, reliable brand for sure.
I'm now looking to buy another one for my brother but unsure whether or not to get the 12L or a 20L arete model. His house is typically colder than mine, does anyone know which model is more efficient at running at lower temps?
Thank you for your loyality and your kind comments. For your brother it depends on how cold is cold? How many people in the house, how they dry their laundry and whether they have an extractor fan in the bathroom and kitchen?
@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 - thanks for the reply. I think his house varies depending on the room but the coldest during the day would be around 5°. There's just himself and his two kids in the home, and the only extractor fan is in the kitchen (although the bathroom does have a small window). Across the house, he estimates the temperature to be circa 5°-13°. Possibly dipping lower with the colder snaps over winter (it's a large old farmhouse). Thanks.
@@tattie33 defintely an Arete 20 or 25L model
Just got mine yesterday, I’ve noticed it turns it self off. Is there are setting I can put it on to keep it going?
OK 3rd day in and it's pulling water great ,my problem is the touch panel, I put it on night mode last night and this morning I can't get it off night mode it's not locked and I've even turned it off, and tried ro start again by pressing the water drop button to change the setting (which is a bit faffy full stop ) maybe actual buttons for each setting would be easier ,anyway bk to my issue it won't come off night mode and the water drop (change mode ) isn't working
@@nick-hq7yj thank you for your purchase, please press night mode twice to take it out of night mode
I've done a lot of research into dehumidifiers and this is the one for me, when they're back in stock 😆
Around the 6th December
They came back on stock 7th December
@@chrischapman3447 Are they out of stock again? (12/12/22). I'm preferring the 20L version but out of stock everywhere. I have seen 18L available though
liycrs2 I've just purchased 18l from ebay arriving on Wednesday hopefully. Been trying to get one for so long but they go out of stock fast. 18l is ideal for my small bungalow.
@@maureenlee2277 The 18L is in stock at Costco, this is where the eBay stock would have come from.
Just bought my recently. Thanks for this video. I'm using mine primarily for drying laundry.
I have only just purchased the 20L model, and so far I'm impressed, I will see how I get on as my flat is prone to damp and mold.
It's very easy to operate, and one thing the video doesn't mention, is that you don't need the HEPA filter to operate it, and the air purification mode can be run without the HEPA filter. According to the manual, if you install the HEPA filter there is no need to enter air purification mode as it does both at the same time.
Hi there, what litre would you recommend for a 3 bedroom home please? I am mainly going to be using it for my bedroom which has a relative humidity of 70%+ and also I will be using it for drying the laundry quick as possible, also I will be using it around the whole home in a central position and relavent humidity around the home is 60%+. Which size would you recommend for me please?
For your application and also for ease of portability the Arete One 12L would be best.
Hi, I’m interested in buying and Arete 25l. I see in the video it talks about the HEPA filter. Does this filter have to be forever changed for the machine to work , even f it’s not run in air purifier mode? Just seeing if this is an added running cost if needs to be constantly changed. Thank you.
You don't have to use the HEPA filter, the choice is 100% yours.
Thanks for the reply. When are you getting some back in atock
@@sofasurfer253 A lot of stock went into Argos yesterday, with more going in today and early next week (data correct 10th March 2023).
Hope this helps.
My new 12L arrived yesterday and it is struggling to get my home humidity down below 70/75%.. I have a smaller 3 bedroom house and I have positioned it in the hallway and it has removed less than a litre of water in the last 24hr..
windows are all closed and it does seem to be able to hack it 😢.. could it be faulty or am I doing something wrong?
Thank you for your purchase.
When you first get the machine, please note there is excess moisture and it is best to allow time for the unit to work.
To begin with, the machine will be running for longer periods, naturally, unless you already had a dehumidifier in place.
Check your target, we advise set it to 55%rh.
Windows closed as you are.
Allow time for the unit to work.
If you are concerned there could be an issue with the unit, try leaving it just outside the bathroom after a shower, let it run for a couple of hours and check if water has been collected, if so, good news, it's working.
Omar@Meaco
@@MeacoUK-Omar hi there I got mine today how long should be on whole day
Does this come with continuous drain feature?
Yes it does, just use garden hose.
I've just bought the 20L version of this. I know it can go flush with its back against the wall. But can it go in a corner so that one of its sides is against a wall as well? Or will this reduce performance?
It would work but extraction will be reduced
Hi
I’ve just purchased the 20L version, it’s set at 55 is that how they all come and I should adjust myself? I’ve looked online and I’m not sure exactly what % is ok
Thanks in advance for your help
50 or 55 makes the most sense. Thanks for the purchase.
Thank you for the reply
Great video and very helpful. Our Meaco 20l has made a real difference in just a couple of weeks. Very well thought through product.
I have 12L
I have a 4 bedroom home with an attic conversion, so spread across 3 floors. It's about 1700 sq feet in total across the 3 floors. Humidity at the moment is reading at anything from 55% to 70%+ depending on the room. We also dry quite a lot of clothes in the house also. Would I be better off purchasing one Arete 25L and place it downstairs or two 10L/12L models and place on each floor? Any other suggestions?
I would go for two machines and have one of them always drying the laundry.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thanks for the reply Chris. Would two 10L or 12L unites be suitable for my scenario above?
@@ianegerton definitely the 12L, that extra capacity will help.
Hi when will the 25l arete be back in stock
Around the 10th December
Thanks for the informative video. I just bought a used 12L one, but had no instruction manual, or hepa filter. I was told that the dehumidifier and the air purifier can be used independently. I only want it for dehumidifying the flat, without the purifier running. (filters are expensive and I have 2 purifiers already. Plus Meaco say running the purifier makes the machine slightly louder) Can they run independently, and if so, how do you set it to just dehumidify?
Just turn on - as normal
It’s automagically on the dehumidifier setting
It can be used without the hepa filter and air purifier
Just got mine today!!
Refer to the first 7 mins of the video
@@MohsinKhan-xy8yw Thank you, mate.
Can it replace a cooker hood by adding the charcoal filter or would it be demanding?
The charcoal will remove smells but perhaps not as fast as a cooker hood.
Can you hear the compressor running in the background? Little buzzing noise? Just got it and i am not sure if thats normal.
When it reaches the chosen target does it completely turn off ie. The fan speed
@@eddiebrockbank6517 the compressor and the fan both turn off
Have just purchased one of these. Works well but is now leaking water. Can you help?
A lot of people say this is super quiet but I would say it's just average? Anyone else feel the same?
Also, if the water bucket is only 4.8L, why would it be advertised as a 20L?
@@DanyaalButt 20 litres is the maximum extraction rate and not the bucket size. The noise does sometimes depend on the floor, dehumidifiers are noiser on wooden floors because of the reverb effect.
Hi there. Whats the port behind the bucket on the top left side for? There is a rubber cover on it that can be removed and it isn't anywhere in the instructions.
@@edwardbrett7883 that is where you plug in the optional pump if you choose to buy one.
Hi I have a 3 bedroom bungalow- will the 18L be enough to cover the entire bungalow?
Yes it will
@@MeacoUK thanks I've decided to get a 25L one to he on the safe side. Wanted to maximise the amount of moisture it collects thanks
Hi I'm trying to read up on, if there is any temperature the dehumidifyer will not work in?
I.e were in winter now, it's showing 7 degrees overnight here on the bbc weather app.
Will it still work OK overnight?
Don't worry about the outdoor temperatures, it is the indoor conditions that count. Below 10C use a Meaco desiccant. Between 10 and 15C use Meaco 20 or 25L. Above that use any Meaco compressor you like.
@MeacoUK ahh OK we have the exact one in this video.
Hi there please help. I have a 3 bedroom house and thinking about gettting the 25l Aerate One and putting it on the landing. My question is I also have a conservatory at the other end of the house (not heated at night) . Do I need another one for downstairs in the Kitchen /conservatory? Worried about energy costs of having 2 dehumidifiers running. Also if it gets too cold in the conservatory/kitchen
The problem with this application is that there will be no airflow between the conservatory and the rest of the house. So the Arete on the landing cannot serve the conservatory. You will therefore need a second unit. Most conservatories go cold overnight, so you would need a Meaco DD8L Junior in that space (for when it is below 10°C).
I’ve just bought one. If i move the dehumidifier to another area, would I have to wait for the refrigerant to settle or use straight away?
Hello & thanks for your purchase.
You can certainly feel free to move your unit, so long as it's kept upright, you'll have no issues.
Simply plug in and use.
Thank you I’m not techno and this helped
I have the 25l version it works well but is very noisy, in the video it says it is quiet? I wonder is mine faulty? Measures 62 dB in nighttime mode
S/B 40dB so faulty
Hello, I recently purchased the Arete One Dehumidifier 18L from Costco for my ground floor maisonette, which consists of two bedrooms, a standard bathroom, living room, and kitchen - all on one level without stairs. I'm curious if this size is suitable for my home, or if it might be excessive. Would it be advisable to exchange it for the 12L model instead?
If it helps any, I bought a 12L one about 8 years ago for my ground floor flat. That had a large living room, 2 bedrooms, standard bathroom and medium kitchen. It was a perfect size and the Meaco brand I can vouch for, pretty reliable from my experience. I think your 18L will be fine esepcially as its a maisonette, but I probably wouldn't go any bigger if you buy again later on down the line.
This is very well designed. I cant decide between the Meaco one and the Ebac one. I can’t understand the technology behind or the marketing behind the Smart Control of the Ebac one.
The Meaco will always be cheaper to run and quieter, that is a fact. Smart Control on an Ebac will run the machine until it fills the tank once a day, everyday. Sometimes this is useful, but mostly you just end up spending more on electricity.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Thankyou 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. I can’t wait to find out what the new Meaco will be like. What date is it released and cz. You give us any clues ?
meaco has 5 years of warranty
maybe a stupid question but should I only install the hepa filter in the AP (air purifier) mode, when the moisture level is low. When the moisture is high will removing the hepa filter increase flow and therefore the dehumidifier work better?
That is very much a personal choice, it depends how often you want to clean the air, but you will extract more without the HEPA filter.
Just received mine two days ago, it is taking a lot of water out of the air, about two litres every 8hrs, very impressed with it. I have an end terrace old stone house, exterior walls feel damp in a few places and it has mold in a few places. I live alone, the place has two upstairs rooms ( one empty, one my bedroom) a lounge downstairs, kitchen and toilet. It's not a big place and really suits one person, maybe two. Is the 12l Arete One the right model for this place ? also is it safe to leave it one 24/7, the fan speed will be high because the original humidity was 76/80%
Hello,
Thanks for your recent purchase.
Yes the 12L is suitable for your home size, it's best to leave the unit on 24/7, after you set your target it will look to achieve this, once it has, it will switch off for 30 minutes and recheck.
Every 30 minutes it will check, it is designed to be on all the time in order to keep control.
To begin with it will be required to use the higher fan speed and run for longer periods working to balance your home, once it has, you will notice a reduction in the water collection and time it remains on.
Hope that helps.
Omar@Meaco.
thanks@@MeacoUK-Omar
Received my Arete One today. I notice there’s no handle on the water ‘bucket’, so I assume that’s a design feature that Meaco reflected on as being not such a good idea in the current version?
Hi thank you for your comment,
The smaller units do not have a carrier handle as the width in the bucket doesn't permit for much space and is light to carry when full.
Our larger AreteOne models do have a handle, having a larger water tank, more space for the handle plus a almost twice as heavy as the smaller unit.
Thanks,
Omar@Meaco.
@@MeacoUK-Omar Hi and thank you.
I’ve also attached the castors, but on reflection have decided I’d prefer not to have them attached. Once they’re on is there any way to remove them without damaging the plastic base of the unit or am I stuck with my original decision?
Hi. Great video, I've just purchased the Arete 25L and this was a helpful walk through of the features. I did have one question though. Many dehumidifiers suggest leaving 20-30cm minimum distance between the machine and any walls for airflow, but I've noticed the Arete seems to be OK to go much closer to the wall. Is there a reason why the Arete can go near a wall where other units cannot? Thanks for your help.
Thank you for your purchase. Our customer survey revealed that this would be a good idea, so we designed the air intake to make this possible.
This morning just got dehumidifier Meaco 20l. It makes noise just like old refrigerators do. There is a fan noise, compressor noise and something like tiny squealing. Is that noise normal? Also I tried to measure the noise level on night mode si between 35-40 decibel, which is high enough and not possible to sleep with it. Honestly thought it was less loud.
@@Jimmycricket- yes. It stops working, than when the humidity level rises, it turns on again
I bought the 25l (the one in the video ) and it's very loud too..
How do you know what humidity to set it to what should be the normal room humidity
55%rh is a good target humidity for the house. On cold days you might need 50%rh to prevent condensation.
An absolutely brilliant machine, we have a basement kitchen (two washing machines and two heat pump dryers) basement bedroom and en suite bathroom and it's working great, reducing humidity levels from 70% down to 45-55%%, thank you. Is the second button smart laundry or smart humidity?
Glad that you love it, the button on the right is the Smart Laundry button.
how long did it take to get it down from 70% to 55%?
As I have just got mine today. I don’t know what the target humidity should be
Thank you for your purchase. 55%rh is a good target humidity for the house. On cold days you might need 50%rh to prevent condensation.
Just about to buy this to replace a faulty electriQ dehumidifier. Should have got this from the start.
Random question. Where did you get the sofa from?
It looks comfortable and a high back is always great.
Natuzzi sofas!
@@MeacoUK excellent thank you I'll take a look
Can the hose, for continuous extraction, go upwards and into a sink? Or must it use gravity and go in to a tray (or outside the house through the wall) at a lower height than the machine?
Water can only go downhill. If you prefer you could buy Arete with a pump.
@@MeacoUK Thanks! As your website is out of stock of the 25L model, would I still be able to register for the 5 year warranty if I was to purchase it from a business on eBay?
@@robertybob only if they are one of the authorised resellers listed on our website. Unfortunately there are too many people selling retailer's returns on Ebay who pretend they are new.
Does this still purify the air as well when dehumidifying on continuous?
Yes it does.
Just got the 20L version of this, the instructions state you can place it near a wall then another paragraph in the instructions says don’t! Which is correct? Thank you for your time.
Thank you for your purchase, you can push it right up against the wall
Are the MeacoDry Arete 20L and 25L models exactually the same on the outside, physically the same size, with the same control panel and functions etc? Are the differences only internal with the 25L having a more powerful compressor etc? I'm trying to decide if it's worth paying extra for the 25L with the extra 51W power consumption, or if the 20L is more cost and energy efficient to run.
Also I read in another comment on here that the Arete 2 will be coming soon. Is there any update on this as I can't find anything about it on your website. Thanks.
They are identical on the outside but the 25L has a larger fan motor and compressor which results in a lower cost per litre of water collected.
Arete Two is due in January.
I found this video very useful, and appreciate this posting.
Hello. Can I leave the radiator on while the dehumidifier is running?
You can, just don't place the dehumidifier directly in front of the radiator because the heat from the radiator will warm up the incoming air sensor and the dehumidifier will think that the room air is dry.
Just bought a 25L for a 2 bedroom flat (one floor).
If I put it in one corner of the house I’m assuming it wouldn’t work effectively? Do I need to find somewhere in the middle.
Middle would be perfect and use it to dry the laundry
What about draining directly out via tube
here is a video that will help you - ruclips.net/user/shorts1kqoG6z2x-Y
Hi I bought this machine 1 month ago when i change to clothes drying mode a fan speed change it makes loud noises like plastic rubbing against plastic because of the vibrations is this normal? Or can it be un even floor?
If you have a wooden floor then maybe, but please send a video to customer service so that we can provide you with a proper answer (customerservice AT meaco.com).
I converted an old counter top fridge into a dehumidifier, only uses 60 watts and extracts about 2 or 3 litres a day.
Do you have to have your laundry in the same room as the dehumidifier when tryint to dry clothes? Or can i have the dehumidifer on the landing and clothes in another room with door open for example?
You can do, but it will take longer for them to dry
@MeacoUK I thought so.
My last question (we've just purchased this 3 days ago) how do I set a target, so I want to set at 50, it hasn't reached there yet we've had it on for 3 days closest its got is 57 58.
But I've never set the target, how do I do this and thank you so much for a speedy reply.
Thanks
@@stillolivia2230 thank you for your purchase. Press the droplet button until you see 50 on the screen. It takes a while to dry a house out, give it time (weeks not days) and it will get things under control.
@@MeacoUK thanks so much
Me again. Just to confirm. Day 1 of purchase, reasin 73 ish, on day 5... our target is 55... its mainly at 60 to 63 the odd time 59. Am I right in saying it will get there but allow a few weeks.
The arete 12l or the abc 12l ...im trying to decide, for a two bed house. Lots of humidity. One person living there. Quietest one would be best. Which would you choose, please?
Very small margins here, they are both very quiet and they would both do the job. With stock being in such high demand at the moment I would go for whichever one you can secure stock of.
Had the same question yesterday and ended up buying the Arete 25L, i just guessed it would be buying the best one you can afford, theyre an absolute godsend to be honest, within 90 minutes of plugging mine in (it was delivered today) the humidity fell from 67% to 51%
The only real choice for you, i suppose is whether you want the HEPA filter or not ,if not, the ABC would be more than suitable
How do you clean the water tank if it gets mildew? It looks tricky.
It is easy to clean with a cloth or pop it in the dishwasher.
@@MeacoUK Thanks for answering. Can I also ask if the lid comes off and if it has been tested safe to go in a dishwasher? Thank you!
@@dfairman5880 Yes to both of those points.
Will there be a newer model coming out 2 years on ?
Arete One will be around for years to come. Arete Two arrives this month.
@@MeacoUK ohhhh how different id that please ?
@@helenalovelock1030 all will be revealed at Meaco.com later in the month
@@MeacoUK exciting
Can I use both the HEPA filter that comes with it and the optional charcoal filter that can be purchased separately, both at the same time?
You can only use one or the other, not both at the same time.
Will this dehumidifier work in winter temperatures of 7 degrees Celsius?
What is the recommended room temperature to run this model at?
It will be fine for short periods below 10°C, if you are looking at long periods below 10°C then this is where a desiccant dehumidifier like the Meaco DD8L is the more efficient option.
@@chrismichaelmeacouklimited4004 Alright thank you.
Would be helpful if it has smart control features. Looking forward to the one in meaco
I thought they did have Smart Control. ???
Can you help me please. If the air that go out is cold or warm???
It is about 1C warmer than the air that goes in.
Is this supposed to blow out cool air from the top?
The air is about 1C warmer than room temperature, but because it is moving it feels cooler (like a fan in summer). The dehumidifier itself cannot produce cool air.
Hi, is there a reason why, we've noticed the dehumidyyer only reaches the level we set 55, in the night? In the day it floats around 57-61, but we will wake up with it hitting 55, but in the day it never does? Even though we have it on the landing have all doors open, doing everything we should be.
It will do, give it time and you will see it fall further. You produce more humidity during the day than you do at night.
Do these cool a room in the summer or heat it up
I think they match the air that goes into them.
How can I use it just as an air prufier? If I set the humidity level high will the fans still run?
Just select AP mode and you are done. It is a one press operation.
Is the air from the air outlet meant to blow out stronger on the left side of the unit?
Yes, absolutely
I've owned my Meaco Arete 12l for around 9 months now. Reason for buying is that our house suffers with condensation due to solid concrete walls, which leads to mould in winter despite opening windows as much as possible to freshen the air. We started using the machine in February 2023, and in the first week it extracted around 12litres, so just shy of 2 litres a day. The air quality in our home has improved noticeably as, despite previous best efforts of cleaning windows and hoovering the air never really felt clear. The reduction of moisture in the air and walls, along with the help of the HEPA filter has really made a vast difference. This winter, I'm expecting a reduction in condensation and hopefully not having to go through the previous ritual of having to use a window vacuum every morning. The Meaco Arete is simple to use and is reasonably quiet, slightly quieter if you remove the HEPA filter at night time (if you are disturbed by the fan noise). I'd thoroughly recommend this easy to use device to reduce moisure in your home and to improve air quality, it really is a game changer.
does the 12l comes with hepa liter
Thanks so much for sharing.
Yes you will receive one HEPA filter. @@sabrinajabin1239
Ah, thank you for commenting this! Was noticing it was loudish for when I wanted to sleep (I have 2 large windows in my bedroom with really bad condensation) and I took out the HEPA filter forgetting the instructions said it would reduce the noise and now it's perfect for sleep! You're a gem for mentioning that 🙏
How is this working out after 1 year operating ???
Can we keep at one place for 3 bedroom house? Or we can to keep roaming it??
Pop it somewhere central in the house and leave all of the internal doors open and all will be fine.
Hi, I am considering getting one of these, I live in a 90m2 flat which is long and thin. Will the 12L model be sufficient if I put it somewhere in the middle of the flat?
Thank you for your interest. If there are three or less of you in the flat then it will be fine, if you are four or more then go 20L.
Just purchased Arete 1 12l. Seems to work very well but cannot understand why it switches between low and high fan speed when within 15% of target rh level. For example rh 50% should drop to low fan speed at rh57. 5 but keeps switching back and forth when below 57.5rh. Am I missing something?
Thank you for your purchase, if you have set your target to 50%rh then it will be in low fan speed until 65%rh and high fan speed above that. Hope that helps.
Top video! Ordered mine earlier today and looking forward to getting my hands on it tomorrow. This was super helpful👍🏽
I've got the MeacoDry Arete One 12L - I've got 70+ humidity. How long on average will it take to get it down to 55%ish?
Thank you for your purchase and your question. The length of time depends on how much moisture you are putting into the air each day and how damp the furniture and walls are. On average you are looking at 3 to 4 weeks.
Hello Chris at Meaco,
I own the Meaco 25L Arete One dehumidifier. I was wondering, what's the best way to tell if the HEPA filter needs replacing, just to examine it - are there any particular signs that I should look for, or just if it's very unclean? Also, can the HEPA filter be washed? If not that's fine, I have a pack of replacements I bought along with buy the Arete One, but I'm just curious anyway.
Thanks.
When the filter turns grey then just bin it.
@@MeacoUK , okay thank you! 👍🏻
Should you dry each room individually or whole house together ?
Place it somewhere on the centre of the house and leave all of the internal doors open to dry the whole house at once.
So even if the fan is on full power for a few weeks to get the humidity down, is it ok to do that ? @@MeacoUK
@@Scubajunky absolutely, yes
Works amazing, however when mine turns off after reaching the desired level, I noticed it never turns back on again. Have to manually press off and on again for it to update current humidity level and jump back into life
One of the Arête is with air purifier which is more expensive. I wonder if I need to buy air purifier and dehumidifier (arete) separately to get more efficient results? Because usually all in one devices work less efficiently. I have 2 bedroom ground floor flat in Glasgow and have a mould due to condensation.
All Arete models have the H13 medical grade filters and can be used as an air purifier. In a flat Arete should be all that you need and the dehumidification is the priority to deal with the condensation and the mould.
@@MeacoUK thanks very much, I bought 20L version ❤️
Is this better than the 25l ultra low energy for dehumidification? Not bothered about the air purifier as I already have a decent Philips one.
It does depend on how you measure better because the 25L Ultra Low Energy is a very, very good dehumidifier. That machine will remove more water for less money in a lot of situations but there is not a huge amount in it and the Arete does run quieter in most situations, does have the H13 HEPA filter and a five year warranty as standard. It is also easier to live with because of the attention to detail in the design process.
@@MeacoUK Thank you for your great response.
Can someone let me know if the extra charcoal filter helps with cooking smells? And if so, how effective is it?
How do the wheels Go on mine don't fit