Dehumidifiers / Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) vs hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)
Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft)
$169.99
VShOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)
$242.10
Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) vs hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)
hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)
The default basement 50-pint, cheap and everywhere — and not in the ENERGY STAR list.
Wins overall by 0.9 points
Quick Verdict
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) takes this by a clear 0.9 points. The default basement 50-pint, cheap and everywhere — and not in the ENERGY STAR list. The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) only makes sense if it wins on a category you care about more than the total.
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) and hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) are both closely matched dehumidifier models, and the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) is $72.10 cheaper than the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) ($169.99 vs $242.10). On Moisture Removal, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads (7.5 vs 3.0/10) — actual water pulled out of the air per day at a condition a home experiences, judged against the DOE-verified figure rather than the coverage claim on the box. On Capacity-Claim Honesty, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads (5.0 vs 1.0/10) — this category's trap dimension. Since the DOE changed the test condition from 80°F/60% RH to 65°F/60% RH in 2019, the same machine that was a '70 pint' is now a '50 pint' — and manufacturers freely mix the two scales, plus a third 'saturation' figure taken at 95°F/90% RH. A high score means the pint number on the box matches the DOE Appendix X1 figure the manufacturer filed with ENERGY STAR. A low score means the marketing number is measured somewhere the buyer's house never is.. On Running Cost, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) leads (8.5 vs 4.5/10) — the kWh/yr on the ENERGY STAR certification and what it costs at the meter. On a machine that runs most of the year this dominates total ownership cost — often a third of the purchase price annually. Overall, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores 5.2/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 4.3/10 for the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft). Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) | hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 | $242.10 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2017 |
| Rated Capacity (and Which Standard) | Waykar's own page rates it at "34 pints / day" under 95°F, 90% RH — a saturation condition, not a DOE condition. A Ubuy mirror of the same Amazon ASIN calls it a "40-Pint". Neither number is comparable to a DOE pint figure | 50 pints/day on the 2019 DOE scale — and the listings say so explicitly. Walmart's title for this machine reads "50 Pint (Previously 70 Pint)". The Amazon listing adds a second, larger number: "50 Pint (MAX 120 Pint at 95°F, 90% RH)". Three scales for one machine: 70 (pre-2019 DOE), 50 (2019 DOE), 120 (saturation) |
| ENERGY STAR / DOE Verified Capacity ( pints/day) | 9.81 pints/day. That is the DOE Appendix X1 (65°F/60% RH) water-removal capacity Waykar itself filed with ENERGY STAR for the PD160B, published in the ENERGY STAR Certified Dehumidifiers database. The unit is sold as 34-pint. The verified figure is 29% of the marketing figure. The PD160B-PRO variant tests at 10.16 pints/day and does carry ENERGY STAR Most Efficient | Not currently verifiable. hOmeLabs' only entries in the ENERGY STAR Certified Dehumidifiers database as of August 2026 are the HME0088 (24.48 pints/day) and HME0089 (32.46 pints/day). The 50-pint model is not in the certified list, despite listings that describe it as "Energy Star Dehumidifier" |
| Technology & Refrigerant | Compressor (refrigerant), R290 propane, 122 kWh/yr, Integrated Energy Factor 1.73 L/kWh per ENERGY STAR | Compressor (refrigerant), 7.8 amps rated current, 165-188 CFM across three fan speeds |
| Low-Temperature Operation & Defrost | Automatic defrost is advertised. Waykar publishes no minimum operating temperature on its own product page. Like every compressor unit here it will spend an increasing share of its runtime in defrost below roughly 65°F, and this one has very little capacity to spare | Auto-defrost present; hOmeLabs publishes no minimum operating temperature. The listing does warn the unit "emits heat during use" and is "not suitable for use with evaporative coolers" |
| Claimed Coverage | 2,000 sq ft (Waykar and Home Depot). A unit that removes 9.81 pints/day at 65°F cannot meaningfully dry 2,000 sq ft; the number is derived from the 95°F/90% RH figure | The same ASIN has been sold as 4,500 sq ft (Walmart's listing, and a cached third-party mirror of the Amazon title) and as 7,000 sq ft (hOmeLabs' own current page and Home Depot's HME031004N pump variant). The hardware did not change by 2,500 sq ft |
| Tank Capacity & Refill Interval | 0.66 gallons / 2.5 L. At the marketed 34 pints/day that is emptying it roughly six times a day; at the verified 9.81 pints/day it is closer to twice a day | 1.6 gallons (12.8 pints). At the rated 50 pints/day that is four emptyings a day. This machine is the standard illustration of why tank capacity and pints-per-day are the two numbers you must read together |
| Continuous Drainage (Hose, Gravity, Pump Lift) | Gravity only — a 6.56 ft hose is included but there is no pump, so the outlet must sit above the drain. No pump variant of the PD160B exists | Continuous gravity drain port. No pump on this SKU; hOmeLabs sells a pump variant (HME031004N, Best Buy calls it HME1004). Gravity drainage needs the unit raised above the drain |
| ENERGY STAR Status | Yes — genuinely certified, and the certification is what exposes the pint claim. 122 kWh/yr, IEF 1.73 L/kWh, available on market 26 September 2025 | Claimed in the product titles, but the 50-pint hOmeLabs does not appear in the current ENERGY STAR Certified Dehumidifiers database — only the 24- and 32-pint models do. Treat the badge on this listing as unverified |
| Annual Running Cost | About $21/yr (122 kWh x $0.17/kWh). Genuinely cheap to run, because it is a genuinely small machine | Not published, and no ENERGY STAR annual-energy figure exists for this model. At the rated 7.8 amps and the duty cycle typical of the class, budget for the same $85-95/yr as its certified 50-pint rivals |
| Noise | Waykar advertises the PD160B-PRO variant at 33 dB. No dB figure is published for the plain PD160B on Waykar's own page | No dB figure published by hOmeLabs. The listing claims "a quiet fan for minimal noise disruption" |
| Warranty (incl. Sealed System) | 1 year, plus a 30-day money-back guarantee and an optional paid 2-year extension. No separate sealed-system term is offered | Not published on the hOmeLabs product page used for this entry. hOmeLabs' standard consumer warranty is 12 months with a 2-year extension available on some SKUs; confirm at purchase. No sealed-system term is published |
| Recall History | No CPSC recall found for Waykar. Note that ENERGY STAR lists the identical PD160B platform under the combined partner brand string "waykar, KESNOS, YAUFEY, Fehom" for sibling models — several Amazon dehumidifier brands are the same OEM | No CPSC recall found for hOmeLabs dehumidifiers |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | White, Black | White |
Category Scores
Capacity-Claim Honesty
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads clearly here, 5.0 against 1.0 — a 4.0-point margin on this category's trap dimension. Since the DOE changed the test condition from 80°F/60% RH to 65°F/60% RH in 2019, the same machine that was a '70 pint' is now a '50 pint' — and manufacturers freely mix the two scales, plus a third 'saturation' figure taken at 95°F/90% RH. A high score means the pint number on the box matches the DOE Appendix X1 figure the manufacturer filed with ENERGY STAR. A low score means the marketing number is measured somewhere the buyer's house never is.. If that is what you are buying for, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Moisture Removal
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads clearly here, 7.5 against 3.0 — a 4.5-point margin on actual water pulled out of the air per day at a condition a home experiences, judged against the DOE-verified figure rather than the coverage claim on the box. If that is what you are buying for, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cold-Room Performance
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads clearly here, 4.0 against 3.0 — a 1.0-point margin on what happens in a 50-55°F basement, garage or crawlspace. Compressor coils frost below roughly 65°F and auto-defrost buys back the coil at the cost of runtime; desiccant rotors and hot-gas-defrost units do not care. The single most common mis-buy in the category. If that is what you are buying for, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Drainage & Tank Practicality
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads clearly here, 4.5 against 4.0 — a 0.5-point margin on tank volume measured against daily output, whether a hose is in the box, whether gravity drainage needs the unit propped up, and whether there is a real pump and how high it lifts. If that is what you are buying for, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Running Cost
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 4.5 — a 4.0-point margin on the kWh/yr on the ENERGY STAR certification and what it costs at the meter. On a machine that runs most of the year this dominates total ownership cost — often a third of the purchase price annually. If that is what you are buying for, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Quietness
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) leads clearly here, 7.5 against 5.5 — a 2.0-point margin on measured dB where published, weighted by where the machine actually lives — a 58 dBA crawlspace unit under a floor is fine, a 54 dB cube next to a desk is not. If that is what you are buying for, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build & Warranty
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) leads clearly here, 4.5 against 4.0 — a 0.5-point margin on coil and cabinet construction, filter grade, and above all the warranty on the sealed system — the compressor is the part that fails and the part most portables cover for only twelve months. If that is what you are buying for, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value for Money
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) leads clearly here, 6.5 against 3.0 — a 3.5-point margin on purchase price plus multi-year electricity against verified pints removed and how long the warranty protects the compressor. If that is what you are buying for, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) if…
- • Running Cost matters most to you — the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) scores 8.5/10 here (the kWh/yr on the ENERGY STAR certification and what it costs at the meter. On a machine that runs most of the year this dominates total ownership cost — often a third of the purchase price annually).
- • Quietness matters most to you — the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) scores 7.5/10 here (measured dB where published, weighted by where the machine actually lives — a 58 dBA crawlspace unit under a floor is fine, a 54 dB cube next to a desk is not).
- • You want to spend less — it's $72.10 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is closet-bathroom.
Choose the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) if…
- • Moisture Removal matters most to you — the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores 7.5/10 here (actual water pulled out of the air per day at a condition a home experiences, judged against the DOE-verified figure rather than the coverage claim on the box).
- • Capacity-Claim Honesty matters most to you — the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores 5.0/10 here (this category's trap dimension. Since the DOE changed the test condition from 80°F/60% RH to 65°F/60% RH in 2019, the same machine that was a '70 pint' is now a '50 pint' — and manufacturers freely mix the two scales, plus a third 'saturation' figure taken at 95°F/90% RH. A high score means the pint number on the box matches the DOE Appendix X1 figure the manufacturer filed with ENERGY STAR. A low score means the marketing number is measured somewhere the buyer's house never is.).
- • Value for Money matters most to you — the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores 6.5/10 here (purchase price plus multi-year electricity against verified pints removed and how long the warranty protects the compressor).
- • Your main use case is basement.
Pros & Cons
Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft)
Pros
- +ENERGY STAR certified, which is rare at this price and is the only reason its real capacity is knowable
- +$21/yr to run is the lowest true energy cost of any compressor unit here
- +R290 propane charge has a GWP of about 3, against 675 for the R32 in most rivals
- +Light, quiet and includes a drain hose — a reasonable bedroom or small-bathroom machine on its actual merits
Cons
- −Sold as a 34-pint (and mirrored as a 40-pint) dehumidifier while Waykar's own ENERGY STAR filing records 9.81 pints/day at the DOE test condition
- −The 2,000 sq ft coverage claim follows from the 95°F/90% RH number and does not survive contact with the DOE figure
- −0.66 gallon tank is the smallest here, and there is no pump option at all
- −No published minimum operating temperature and no dB figure for this exact model
- −R290 is flammable; the charge is small and sealed, but it constrains servicing and shipping
hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)
Pros
- +Cheapest genuine 50-pint here at $242.10, and the most widely owned platform in US basements
- +Its listing is one of the few that spells the scale change out loud — "50 Pint (Previously 70 Pint)"
- +Auto-restart and a 24-hour timer make it a set-and-forget basement machine
- +Parts, filters and support are easy to find precisely because so many were sold
Cons
- −Listings advertise ENERGY STAR, but the 50-pint hOmeLabs is not in the current ENERGY STAR certified database — only the 24- and 32-pint models are
- −The "MAX 120 Pint at 95°F, 90% RH" figure in the title is a saturation number no home will ever see
- −Coverage claim for the same ASIN has drifted from 4,500 to 7,000 sq ft with no hardware change
- −1.6 gallon tank against 50 pints/day: four emptyings a day unless you can gravity-drain it
- −No published dB, no published minimum operating temperature, no published warranty and no published energy consumption
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FAQs
Is the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) or hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Moisture Removal, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) or the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores higher on Moisture Removal (7.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — actual water pulled out of the air per day at a condition a home experiences, judged against the DOE-verified figure rather than the coverage claim on the box.
Which is better for Capacity-Claim Honesty, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) or the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores higher on Capacity-Claim Honesty (5.0/10 vs 1.0/10) — this category's trap dimension. Since the DOE changed the test condition from 80°F/60% RH to 65°F/60% RH in 2019, the same machine that was a '70 pint' is now a '50 pint' — and manufacturers freely mix the two scales, plus a third 'saturation' figure taken at 95°F/90% RH. A high score means the pint number on the box matches the DOE Appendix X1 figure the manufacturer filed with ENERGY STAR. A low score means the marketing number is measured somewhere the buyer's house never is..
Which is better for Running Cost, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) or the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) scores higher on Running Cost (8.5/10 vs 4.5/10) — the kWh/yr on the ENERGY STAR certification and what it costs at the meter. On a machine that runs most of the year this dominates total ownership cost — often a third of the purchase price annually.
Which is better for Value for Money, the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) or the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) scores higher on Value for Money (6.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — purchase price plus multi-year electricity against verified pints removed and how long the warranty protects the compressor.
Is the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) worth the price difference over the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) is the cheaper option at $169.99 versus $242.10. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Moisture Removal.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) is the better fit if you mainly care about closet-bathroom. The hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) is the better fit for basement.
What's the warranty on the Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) vs the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N)?+
The Waykar PD160B 34-Pint Dehumidifier (2,000 sq ft) ships with a 12-month warranty; the hOmeLabs 50-Pint Wi-Fi Dehumidifier (HME020031N) ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Pro Breeze Electric Mini Dehumidifier (PB-02-US) — $46.42
Premium Option
GE ADSE50XWT 50-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Built-in Pump — $299.00
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.