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De'Longhi DEXD216RF: 16 L/day with triple filter
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The DEXD216RF sits in the middle of De'Longhi's AriaDry range, rated at 16 litres a day. It is aimed at a household that wants better than basic filtration without moving up to a full 20 litre machine, and that likes to wheel a dehumidifier from room to room. A three stage filter system, built from at least 30 percent recycled plastic and using R290 refrigerant, is what defines it.
- Type
- Compressor (R290)
- Extraction
- 16 L/day
- Tank
- 2.1 L
- Room size
- Not stated
- Laundry mode
- Tumble drying function
In its favour
- Dust, allergen and activated carbon filters are all included, per the listing.
- A dedicated drying function is selected from the digital interface.
- Wheels and handles make it easy to move, with a hose included for drainage.
Good to know
- The 2.1 litre tank is small for 16 litres a day if you do not use the hose.
- The listing gives no room size and no noise figure for this model.
Our take
Triple filtration
De'Longhi lists three filters. A dust filter catches larger particles first, a removable filter targets allergens, and an activated carbon filter tackles odours. For a home with pets or a musty spare room, the carbon stage is a useful addition, since many dehumidifiers in this class only offer a washable mesh.
Drying function and controls
The tumble drying function is selected from the digital interface and is designed to optimise operation for laundry. Two fan speeds are listed. The title also mentions humidification, though the bullets do not explain how that works, so treat it with caution until you read the manual.
No noise figure or room size is given. The floor area field shows 216 square centimetres, which is an error, and the weight is listed as 10 g, which is also not right, so expect a typical mid size cabinet.
Tank, hose and mobility
Water collects in a 2.1 litre transparent, removable tank, and the unit stops when it is full. At 16 litres a day, a tank that size could fill several times on a wet day, so the included hose for continuous emptying is worth connecting where possible. Built-in handles and wheels are listed, and the cabinet measures 22 by 33.4 by 50.8 cm.
Power is rated at 300 W and airflow at 125 cubic metres per hour.
Where it sits among De'Longhi models
The De'Longhi DEX210SF is a smaller 10 litre unit with a stated 37 dB and two filters. The De'Longhi Tasciugo AriaDry Multi DDSX220 steps up to 20 litres a day and a 5 litre tank at 430 W. The DEXD216RF lands between them on capacity and power.
Verdict
The DEXD216RF suits a medium sized home that wants three stage filtration, a drying function and wheels, and can use the hose to avoid frequent emptying. If you need a confirmed quiet rating, the De'Longhi DEX210SF is the better choice, and for a damper house that needs a bigger tank, look at the De'Longhi DDSX220.
Compared with alternatives in: Best dehumidifiers under £300, Best low energy dehumidifiers, De'Longhi dehumidifiers compared: Tasciugo AriaDry and DDSX range
Amazon listing title: De'Longhi AriaDry DEXD216RF Multi-Purpose Dehumidifier, Removes Moisture at Home with 3 Action Filtration, Drying Function, Humidification 16L/Day, R290, Removable Water Tank, Black