I have been using this specific model for 6 years now, and it still works flawlessly.

It is a compressor dehumidifier, which means that at low temperatures, below 16-17 degrees, it operates intermittently because it goes into defrost mode (like all compressor dehumidifiers).

Its power consumption is its biggest advantage at 165 watts, as it is one of the lowest on the market.

The water tank has a capacity of 6 liters, which needs to be filled twice a day under ideal conditions (30 degrees with 80% humidity). However, you have the option to directly connect it to the drainage so that you don't have to constantly empty it.

Its functions are simple and easy. You select the desired humidity level in the room, and it automatically stops when it reaches that level. When it rises again, it starts again. It also has a continuous operation setting for drying clothes or areas with high humidity. It has an audible notification when the water tank is full and it automatically stops. It does not have fan speed options, and its noise level is moderate compared to others. I would not recommend it for use in a bedroom. It also has a timer to stop its operation after the selected time.

Its filter is very easy to clean, and you also have the option to replace it with a better HEPA type, although this reduces its performance by about 10%.

I use it in an 85 sqm space with a peculiar layout and good insulation, on an island near the sea, where it manages to maintain the humidity at desired levels of 55 to 60. For cold houses with poor insulation, I recommend a dehumidifier with zeolite.

Its construction is sturdy and of good quality, but its plastics have yellowed a bit after so many years.

After four years of operation, I have the following to report:
• This dehumidifier is one of the best purchases I have made in terms of electrical appliances. The major problem of humidity, especially in northern rooms and particularly in the corners of the rooms, has disappeared.
• The air inside the house is more pleasant and healthier (it has helped the children with respiratory problems and especially with sleep).
• The house heats up more easily (with direct savings in heating expenses) as the heat from the radiators is distributed more easily and the dehumidifier itself increases the outgoing air by one or two degrees.
• Its operation is suitable for houses where the temperature is around 20 to 22 degrees Celsius. For colder houses, especially in rural areas where there is moderate to no heating, the model with Zeolite (Desiccant) is required due to its different mode of operation.
• Its energy consumption is at extremely low levels compared to other dehumidifiers.
• The noise is significantly reduced if it is placed on a folded bath towel.
• I have set it to 55% humidity and it stops at around 52% (I measure it with a room hygrometer), which is the ideal humidity for a house.
• In the first few days of use, I had it running in each room separately with the door closed for two days to completely dry the walls. Then I have it in the living room and it fully handles a 110 sqm house with good insulation and a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius at night and 22 degrees Celsius during the day.
• It is truly incredible for drying clothes. We put the clothes on the drying rack, place it next to the dehumidifier for the whole night (with the outgoing air blowing onto the clothes), and in the morning our clothes are dry and without any smell from the lit fireplaces.
• The HEPA filter can clean the atmosphere but it reduces the performance of the dehumidifier due to, from what I can understand, reduced airflow.

It is an excellent purchase that I highly recommend.

+Power consumption
+Build quality
+Good reviews in Greece and abroad
-The HEPA filter, although it should catch all the particles that pass through the air, has a small gap that allows unfiltered air to pass through. (However, it still does its job and the atmosphere feels clean)
-Only one fan speed

I recommend it. In just a few hours, it reduced the humidity from 80% to 50% in a room that has had humidity and mold problems for years. It stays on permanently and starts and stops on its own as needed. Regarding the noise, it is inevitable. It's like having a dishwasher running constantly (not exactly like an air conditioner, as most people say). Personally, I have it next to my bed and I can sleep without being bothered by it. I got used to it from the first day.

The reason why I believe someone should choose this one instead of a cheaper alternative is because it is more reliable and there are very few negative reviews about it being defective, plus there is reliable customer service. The comments and reviews about cheaper alternatives mention that they burn out and break within a few months, and people are not satisfied. Lastly, this one consumes less power compared to others, which have double or triple the power consumption.

Update (12/19/18):
I want to mention that after two weeks, it not only saved us from humidity (even with the poor insulation we have, it did an excellent job), but personally, as someone with dermatological issues and allergies, I haven't had any flare-ups since it started working. I feel so comfortable at home, I wake up and sleep comfortably every day. In terms of heating, it's true that now we can set the thermostat to 20 degrees instead of 21 and still be comfortable. I used to often use an electric blanket to reach 23 degrees so I wouldn't feel cold, but I have stopped using it. High humidity is really a nuisance. The black mold that used to appear on the ceiling of one room, no matter how much we cleaned it with chlorine and soda, hasn't reappeared. I hope it lasts for years, as most people say.

Update (03/19/19):
I haven't unplugged it since the first day, it works automatically as needed. I clean the filter once a week and it works perfectly. There is no difference in power consumption, it consumes as much as a light bulb. It cleans the air particles perfectly, but please note that it doesn't filter out cigarette smoke odor. And I will say it again, this year was the first year that the ceiling didn't turn black from mold, not a trace of it. It saved us.

For a machine that broke down 3 months after the warranty expired, I can't give it more than one star. Also, after the first few days of operation, it made a lot of noise. In the last 4-5 days, I hadn't emptied the water tank and found that very strange. I took out the tank, which was almost full, but apparently not 100% since I didn't hear the audible notification, and it was still working fine when I closed it. I also noticed that both the front (lower) part of the dehumidifier and the back part, where there is a sticker that is visible when we remove the tank, felt particularly hot when I touched them. In the past few days, I suddenly saw the humidity indicator go from 99% to 98%... 91% and at some point decrease to near actual levels. Of course, the readings were incorrect since we never had such high humidity levels and it's not possible for us to have them. Additionally, I have an external hygrometer that showed around 45% to 60% humidity. Now, no matter how many hours you let it work, even with 70% humidity, it doesn't produce any drops while it continues to "burn". We have had the machine for about 2 years and we are very careful with its use. It only works with closed windows, I clean the filter carefully 2-3 times a week, etc. I contacted the dealership and I have to take it to them, and only after they see it, they will tell me the cost of repair.

I have been using the Meaco 12L Platinum for a day now. A short period of time to have a complete opinion, of course, but enough for some initial conclusions. The noise, initially, is something relative for each person... but it is definitely not excessive or unbearable as I read in some comments. If you have it on a carpet, it is literally like having an air conditioner. You almost don't pay attention to it. No dehumidifier can be completely silent. I initially set the humidity to 55% as recommended by the manufacturer, and it never managed to reach that level from around 80% in one day... it dropped to about 57%... but the day is quite rainy and humid outside. However, even in just one day, the difference was noticeable in the house. The temperature increased, the windows didn't sweat at all, and in the morning, for the first time in a while, we all woke up without stuffy noses. The design is very good, it is small in size and lightweight. The fact that it doesn't have wheels or that the grilles open manually is completely irrelevant to me and I cannot include it as a downside. It is definitely worth the money.

Update on the evaluation:
Almost two weeks later, the humidity levels have dramatically decreased inside the house. The dehumidifier hardly works anymore, only if it goes 3% above the target set. The difference is noticeable compared to before. Excellent choice!

I bought it 3 months ago and I use it in a 12 sqm room and a 50 sqm open space. In 1.5 hours in the room (north-facing), it reduced the humidity level from 78% to 55% (as recommended by the manufacturer), while in the open space it took 3 hours to drop from 75% to 55%. Both rooms are heated with radiators.
POSITIVES: Very good quality, moderate noise, you can set the desired humidity level from 30% to 80% in 5% increments. However, the dehumidifier stops when it reaches 5% less humidity than the set level and activates the fan. Creates a very good atmosphere. Energy-efficient (165W).
NEGATIVES: It does not have wheels. The louvers are manually adjustable. In another unheated room of 65 sqm with 80% humidity, it did not turn off for 12 hours and I had to empty the tank twice.
CONCLUSION: I do not regret buying it, but a close friend has another one (not mentioning the brand to avoid advertising) with the same and better results (using it in an 85 sqm space) at a cheaper price, with wheels and a larger tank