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Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E
16 pints/day · Portable Dehumidifier dehumidifier
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About the Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E
The Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E is a 16 pints/day portable dehumidifier dehumidifier certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 199 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $36 a year, or $290 over a typical 8-year life.
Among 489 portable dehumidifier models it ranks #79 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $137 in electricity over 8 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the CONCETTA AS-CSJ72XK-4D5WT-OL uses 181 kWh a year and would save about $26 over 8 years.
Cost to run where you live
199 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
Cheaper to run, same type and size
Or see every small (under 30 pints a day) model ranked.
| CONCETTA AS-CSJ72XK-4D5WT-OL | 16 pints/day | $33/yr | saves $26 |
| Dr. Prepare DDH20LF | 16 pints/day | $33/yr | saves $26 |
| DUMOS AS-CSJ72XK-4D5WT-OL | 16 pints/day | $33/yr | saves $26 |
| edx AS-CSJ72XK-4D5WT-OL | 16 pints/day | $33/yr | saves $26 |
Specs
| Brand | Humsure |
| Model | FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E |
| Type | Portable Dehumidifier |
| Energy use | 199 kWh / year |
| Size | 16 pints/day |
| Water removed | 16.00 pints/day |
| Efficiency (IEF) | 1.78 L/kWh |
| Most efficient | No |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E cost to run?
About $36 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 199 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E cost in electricity over its life?
About $290 over 8 years, a typical life for a dehumidifier. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Humsure FDD20-5270ZV1R5-E energy efficient?
It is ENERGY STAR certified, which means it meets the EPA's efficiency requirements for its type.
Is there a cheaper dehumidifier to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The CONCETTA AS-CSJ72XK-4D5WT-OL uses 181 kWh a year, about $26 less in electricity over 8 years.
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