If there’s one thing that can shorten the life expectancy of your caravan, it’s damp. As soon as it takes over, the dreaded mould and mildew will follow. While good ventilation is the best way to combat damp, having one of the best caravan dehumidifiers can help on a shorter term basis.
When you’re thinking about a caravan dehumidifier, there are a couple of different options to consider. Models that operate on electricity will be able to absorb more moisture from the air, which may be a practical option if your caravan storage facility lets you use electricity. However, while they come with auto-switch off functions when the tanks fill, you’ll still need to go and empty them. Then there’s the running costs to factor in as well.
There are cheaper options available too, which use crystals or tabs to absorb moisture. Models such as the Unibond Aero 360 Moisture Absorber that we’ve included in this guide require tabs to work, and once they’re set up, will need changing every one to three months, depending on the product. They’re also likely to be less effective than the electrical caravan dehumidifier options.
There’s plenty to consider when you’re looking for the right one for you, so to give you a helping hand, we’re running through our top picks in our best caravan dehumidifier guide.
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The best caravan dehumidifiers:
UniBond Aero 360 Moisture Absorber
Reason to buy:
- Compact, operates silently, requires no power
Reason to avoid:
- Tab need replacing
We think UniBond’s AERO 360 Moisture Absorber is a useful dehumidifier to try when you’re looking for a way to combat damp and unpleasant smells in your caravan. As it doesn’t take up too much space, it should be worth considering for use even for those who have a small caravan.
The non-electric option is budget-friendly, although you will need to buy tabs for it from time to time – each refill should last for up to three months. You’ll be able to keep an eye on when the tab needs changing, thanks to an indicator.
The lightweight and portable product encourages 360 degree air circulation, and we like how easy the spill-safe dehumidifier is to operate too.
Pro Breeze Dehumidifier
Reason to buy:
- Automatic shut-off, operates quietly
Reason to avoid:
- Requires electricity to operate
Unlike some of the options on our list, this caravan dehumidifier requires electricity to operate, running on 40 watts.
However, what this gets you is a compact product that is capable of absorbing up to 500ml of moisture from the air each day into its 1500ml tank. If the tank does fill up, it will automatically shut off, letting you know that it needs emptying. Then there’s the thermo-electric Peltifer technology – this means the device operates incredibly quietly, so you remain undisturbed while it’s running.
We like that it’s easy to manoeuvre too, weighing only 1.85kg.
Hanging wardrobe dehumidifiers
Reason to buy:
- Budget-friendly
Reason to avoid:
- Will only be useful for a limited space
This option is a bit different to the majority of the products on our list – simply hang them up to start absorbing moisture from the air. The pack of six are easy to set up (take the top off and pop it where you need it to go), and the Hydrophilic crystals should start absorbing moisture.
They’re quite reasonably priced, and they should last for around one to two months, based on the moisture in your tourer. We think they could be particularly useful if you’re worried about clothes starting to smell of damp in your tourer’s wardrobe.
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Kontrol Streamline Moisture Trap
Reason to buy:
- Noiseless, doesn’t require electricity
Reason to avoid:
- Replacement granules will be needed
This moisture trap from Kontrol is simple to set up, simply requiring a pack of crystals to be added to the tray. Then, after placing it in your tourer, it should get to work on absorbing the excess moisture in the air.
We like that they’re easy to set up and efficient on space, as well as providing a budget friendly way of keeping moisture down in your tourer. The brand advises checking the trays twice a month, as you’ll need to refill it when the granules are dissolved.
Ansio Dehumidifier Pack
Reason to buy:
- No electricity required to operate, simple to set up
Reason to avoid:
- Will need replacing
Available in packs of five, 10, 20 and more, this set of dehumidifiers are simple to set up and can absorb up to three times their weight in water. Lasting around four to six weeks, the portable dehumidifier comes with crystals that have been formulated to attract moisture from the air.
The brand advises that it will take between one to three weeks for the first drop to appear, but after setting up, it will be able to absorb as much as three times its own weight.
Meaco Portable Dehumidifier DD8L
Reason to buy:
- Works well in lower temperatures, powerful
Reason to avoid:
- Most expensive option, only likely to be needed in extreme cases
If your budget will stretch to it, this option from Meaco is definitely worth considering. Coming with a two litre tank, it can extract up to 7.5 litres a day, and will help you keep moisture to a minimum in your caravan.
It’s packed full of useful features – for instance, it will automatically turn off when the tank is full, and comes with an anti-bacterial filter and ioniser to provide you with cleaner air.
Another feature we like is that the fans will run for five extra minutes to make sure the target humility is met, before turning off for 30 minutes. It will then test the air again, and if all is well, it will turn off for another 30 minutes.
The desiccant dehumidifier will be ideal for keeping on top of the moisture when your caravan is in temperatures that are below 10C too.
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