AprilAire Whole-House Dehumidifiers by Size and Space
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AprilAire is best known for home air quality equipment that works in the background, and its whole-house dehumidifiers follow that idea: large, gray, commercial-grade boxes that sit in a basement or crawl space (or connect to your heating and cooling ducts), sense the humidity and switch themselves on when the air gets too damp. Unlike a small portable dehumidifier, none of them has a water bucket to empty; the water runs out through a hose to a drain, or is pushed there by a pump.
The six models below differ mainly in how much water they pull from the air each day (70, 80, 100 or 130 pints), how many square feet they are meant to cover, and whether they include Wi-Fi and a condensate pump in the box.
AprilAire Whole-House Dehumidifiers Compared
| Model | Pints per day | Listed coverage | Wi-Fi | Pump included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AprilAire E100W Smart Wi-Fi | 100 | Up to 5,500 sq ft (title says 4,400) | Yes | Yes |
| AprilAire E080 Pro | 80 | Up to 4,400 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed |
| AprilAire E080W Smart Wi-Fi | 80 | Up to 4,400 sq ft | Yes | Yes |
| AprilAire E070W Smart Wi-Fi Crawl Space | 70 | Up to 2,200 sq ft | Yes | Yes |
| AprilAire E100 Pro Bundle | 100 | Up to 5,500 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed |
| AprilAire E130 Pro | 130 | Up to 7,200 sq ft | Not listed | Not listed |
AprilAire E100W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier for Large Homes
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AprilAire E100W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier 100-Pint Energy Star Commercial Dehumidifier for Basement, Crawl Space & Home up to 4,400 Sq.Ft. with Pump, Drain Hose, Hanging Kit, MERV 11 Filter
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
AprilAire E100W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier
Best for: Large damp homes wanting app control
Pros
- 100 pints per day
- Wi-Fi with AprilAire Connect app
- Pump, hose, hanging kit included
- MERV 8 and MERV 11 filters
Cons
- Coverage listed as 4,400 and 5,500 sq ft
- Heavy at 64 pounds
The AprilAire E100W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier removes up to 100 pints of moisture a day, which the listing converts to 12.5 gallons. It has built-in Wi-Fi and works with the AprilAire Connect app, so you can check humidity and change the target from your phone. The box is a do-it-yourself bundle: the dehumidifier, a quiet low-profile condensate pump with bracket and tubing, a drain hose, a hanging kit, a washable MERV 8 filter and a MERV 11 replacement filter. MERV is a filter rating; higher numbers catch finer dust.
Other listed specs: ENERGY STAR certified, 828 watts, 280 cfm of airflow, corrosion-resistant aluminum coils, a 5-year warranty, 64 pounds and 14 x 26 x 15 inches. One inconsistency: the title says homes up to 4,400 square feet while the specifications and description say 5,500. Treat 4,400 as the safe figure if your home sits in between.
This is the pick for a big, damp basement or whole home where you want to watch humidity from work or a second home, and where there is no floor drain nearby, since the pump can push water up to a sink or out a wall.
AprilAire E080 Pro 80-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier for Drain-Equipped Basements
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AprilAire E080 Pro 80-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier, Energy Star Certified, Commercial-Grade for Basement, Crawlspace or Whole House up to 4,400 sq. ft.
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
AprilAire E080 Pro 80-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier
Best for: Basements with a floor drain
Pros
- 80 pints per day
- Control panel mounts top or front
- Leveling feet
- Once-a-year filter care
Cons
- No Wi-Fi listed
- No pump listed
The AprilAire E080 Pro 80-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier is the simpler, non-Wi-Fi version of the 80-pint size. It removes up to 80 pints a day for spaces up to 4,400 square feet, uses 612 watts, moves 185 cfm and carries the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient label. “Set and forget” smart sensing starts the unit when humidity climbs above your target.
The listing describes a control panel you can mount on the top or front, leveling feet, an interactive display and once-a-year filter cleaning or replacement. Drainage is by hose or by placing the unit over a floor drain; no pump is listed. It weighs 63 pounds and measures 14 x 26 x 15 inches.
Choose it if your basement already has a floor drain and you are happy to set the humidity on the unit itself. If you want phone control or need a pump, the E080W below is the same capacity with those extras.
AprilAire E080W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier for Connected Mid-Size Homes
Best for: Mid-size homes without a floor drain
Pros
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Condensate pump and bracket included
- Hanging kit for crawl spaces
- MERV 11 filter
Cons
- Listing mixes up pints and gallons
- App name differs within listing
The AprilAire E080W Smart Wi-Fi Whole-House Dehumidifier pairs the 80-pint, 4,400-square-foot capacity with built-in Wi-Fi and a full installation bundle: hanging kit, drain hose kit, condensate pump, pump bracket and a MERV 11 filter. Wattage (612), airflow (185 cfm), weight (63 pounds) and size match the E080 Pro.
The listing has two errors to be aware of. Its specs and description say “80 gallons” of tank volume and moisture removal, but the rest of the listing says 80 pints per day, which is the realistic figure (80 pints equals 10 gallons). It also names both the AprilAire Connect app and the AprilAire Healthy Air App, so confirm which app it uses when you set it up.
It suits a mid-size home, a crawl space with no drain, or a vacation house you want to monitor remotely.
AprilAire E070W Smart Wi-Fi Crawl Space for Tight Spaces
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AprilAire E070W Smart Wi-Fi Crawl Space Dehumidifier, 70-Pint Commercial Whole-House Dehumidifier for Basement, Crawlspace & Home up to 2,200 Sq. Ft. with Pump, Drain Hose, Hanging Kit, MERV 11 Filter
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
AprilAire E070W Smart Wi-Fi Crawl Space
Best for: Crawl spaces and smaller homes
Pros
- Lowest profile at 12.5 inches tall
- Lightest at 56 pounds
- Wi-Fi and pump included
- Hanging kit
Cons
- Covers up to 2,200 sq ft
- Draws more watts than 80-pint models
The AprilAire E070W Smart Wi-Fi Crawl Space dehumidifier is the compact member of the family: 12.5 x 25 x 12.5 inches and 56 pounds, the shortest and lightest here. That low height matters in a crawl space, the shallow area under some houses where you often cannot stand up. It removes up to 70 pints a day for homes up to 2,200 square feet, with Wi-Fi, a condensate pump, bracket, hanging kit and MERV 11 filter included.
Listed power is 696 watts with 200 cfm airflow, slightly more than the 80-pint units, which is a little surprising and worth noting. As with the E080W, the specs say “70 gallons” where the headline says 70 pints. Pick this one for a sealed crawl space or a smaller house; for more than 2,200 square feet, step up to an 80-pint model.
AprilAire E100 Pro Dehumidifier Bundle for Spare-Part Peace of Mind
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AprilAire E100 Pro Dehumidifier Bundle – 100 Pint Whole House Dehumidifier – Full Complete Kit – Crawl Spaces, Basements, Whole Homes, Commercial up to 5,500 sq. ft – 5 Year Warranty Included
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
AprilAire E100 Pro Dehumidifier Bundle
Best for: Big homes wanting spare filter and risers
Pros
- 100 pints per day
- Extra filter included
- Dehumidifier risers included
- 5-year warranty stated
Cons
- No Wi-Fi or pump listed
- Some specs look inconsistent
The AprilAire E100 Pro Dehumidifier Bundle is the 100-pint, 5,500-square-foot E100 sold with extras: a drain hose, duct collars, two filters and a set of dehumidifier risers, which lift the unit off the floor. It is ENERGY STAR Most Efficient (2023 recognition per the description), has smart sensing with no water tray, aluminum coils and a 5-year warranty.
No Wi-Fi or pump is listed, so plan for a floor drain or a pump of your own. Some specs look off, such as 20 speeds, “continuous” operation mode and a 140°F temperature rating, which do not match the other E-series listings; the listing does not specify wattage or weight. It suits someone with a large home who values a spare filter over app control, and wants something like our AprilAire dehumidifier comparison covers in more depth.
AprilAire E130 Pro 130-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier for the Biggest Homes
Best for: Very large homes up to 7,200 sq ft
Pros
- 130 pints per day
- 310 cfm airflow
- Can be ducted to HVAC
- Top or front control panel
Cons
- Heaviest at 98 pounds
- Largest footprint of the lineup
The AprilAire E130 Pro 130-Pint Whole-House Dehumidifier is the largest option: 130 pints (16.25 gallons) a day for up to 7,200 square feet, 996 watts, 310 cfm and ENERGY STAR Most Efficient certification. The description says it can be ducted to your HVAC system, and it has the flexible top-or-front control panel, leveling feet and yearly filter care.
It is also the heaviest (98 pounds) and largest (19.5 x 30 x 18.75 inches), so it is best for very large or very humid homes, often ducted by an installer. No Wi-Fi or pump is listed.
How to Choose the Right AprilAire Whole-House Dehumidifier
Match pints to square feet. “Pints per day” is how much water the unit can pull out of the air in 24 hours under test conditions. Use the listed coverage as your guide: 2,200 sq ft for the E070W, 4,400 for the 80-pint models, 5,500 for the 100-pint models and 7,200 for the E130.
Basement or crawl space. Crawl spaces call for a low unit you can hang or slide in, which is why the E070W and the bundles with hanging kits fit best. Open basements can take any model on the floor, and ducted whole-home installs favor the larger units.
Drain or pump. Without a floor drain nearby, choose a W model with the included pump. With a drain, the Pro models work with just a hose.
Wi-Fi or not. The E100W, E080W and E070W let you adjust from your phone. The Pro models are set on the unit and then left alone. Pairing a dehumidifier with an air purifier for the house handles dust as well as damp.
FAQ
Which AprilAire dehumidifier should I buy for a basement?
For most basements up to 4,400 sq ft, an 80-pint model is enough: the E080 Pro with a floor drain, or the E080W if you need a pump and Wi-Fi.
What does 70, 80 or 100 pints mean?
It is the maximum water removed per day. Eight pints equal one gallon, so 80 pints is about 10 gallons.
Do AprilAire whole-house dehumidifiers have a bucket?
No. The listings describe no water tray; water drains through a hose, or through the included pump on the W models.
Can these connect to my HVAC ducts?
The W model listings mention ducted HVAC use, the E100 bundle includes duct collars, and the E130 description says it can be ducted. Ducting is usually done by an HVAC installer.
How often do I change the filter?
The Pro listings mention yearly cleaning or replacement. The E100W says wash the MERV 8 yearly or replace the MERV 11 every 6 months.
