The Best Dehumidifiers for Drying Clothes in the UK (2026)

By the Dry Dwell editorial team · Updated 2026 · How we test & score

Drying washing indoors dumps litres of water into the air, causing damp and condensation. A dehumidifier with a laundry mode speeds up drying and removes that moisture, so clothes dry faster without the side effects.

What to look for

Our top picks

Frequently asked questions

Is a dehumidifier cheaper than a tumble dryer?

Often, yes, for drying a load indoors, and it also removes the damp that indoor drying causes. Running cost depends on the model's power and your tariff.

How long does it take to dry clothes?

It varies with load size, room size and the model, but a laundry mode noticeably speeds up indoor drying compared with leaving washing on an airer alone.

Bottom line

Our top pick is the Meaco MeacoDry ABC 10L (our score 9.6/10) - A practical dehumidifier (10 litres/day) for keeping humidity down and preventing mould and condensation..