In stockPro Breeze 20L OmniDry WiFi Dehumidifier Review
Our verdict: The best value 20L dehumidifier for drying laundry and general damp control — a genuine Which? Best Buy winner that undercuts the Meaco Arete Two on price without giving up much capability.
Pro Breeze's 20L OmniDry is the model that keeps winning Which? Best Buy awards, and it's the dehumidifier we'd point budget-conscious buyers to who still want a full-size 20L compressor unit rather than a small room unit.
- ✓ Which? Best Buy award winner
- ✓ Larger 4L tank than the Meaco…
- ✕ Only a 1-year standard warranty versus…
Pro Breeze moisture extractor specifications
Pros of this Pro Breeze damp extractor
- ✓ Which? Best Buy award winner
- ✓ Larger 4L tank than the Meaco…
- ✓ Wheels included for moving between rooms
- ✓ Free smart app with Alexa/Google Home…
- ✓ Noticeably cheaper than the Meaco Arete…
Cons of this Pro Breeze moisture control unit
- ✕ Only a 1-year standard warranty versus…
- ✕ Some owners report the auto shut-off…
- ✕ Water tank has no carry handle
If a longer warranty matters more to you than the lower price, the Meaco MeacoDry Arete Two 20L comes with 5 years of cover instead of 1.
Pro Breeze dehumidifier: pros and cons in detail
This model's strongest card is independent validation: it is a Which? Best Buy winner, tested against rivals rather than just self-reported. A 4-litre tank (bigger than the Meaco Arete One's) and included wheels keep everyday use practical, and the free smart app with Alexa/Google Home support matches pricier competitors at a noticeably lower price. Set against that is a much shorter 1-year warranty compared with Meaco's 5 years, some reports that the auto shut-off does not always stop precisely at the target humidity, and a tank with no carry handle that makes emptying slightly more awkward.
Our detailed scoring
Compared against other 16-20L-class units
Scoring calculated from the manufacturer's official specs, compared against the real range for this type of appliance — a scale specific to each metric, not this site's catalogue.
About Pro Breeze's moisture extractor range
Pro Breeze has sold over 500,000 dehumidifiers and air-treatment products in the UK, and the OmniDry range is its flagship smart line. Where it competes hardest with Meaco is on price-to-capacity: the same 20-litres-a-day extraction rate, similar sub-38dB noise level, and full smart app control, at a noticeably lower price than the Meaco Arete Two.
The trade-off is warranty length (1 year standard versus Meaco's 5) and build reputation — Meaco has the longer track record among UK reviewers for long-term reliability, while Pro Breeze wins on upfront value.
Who this Pro Breeze damp extractor is for, and how to use it at home
For drying laundry, the OmniDry's laundry mode works the same way as Meaco's: position it next to your airer, close the door to the room, and let it run. Owners consistently report drying times of 4-6 hours for a full load, in line with Meaco's larger unit.
For general humidity control, set your target between 30-80% via the digital display or app — the unit will run in Auto mode and auto shut-off once it reaches target, though a minority of reviewers note it can slightly overshoot before stopping.
The unit's wheels and relatively compact 44.5cm height make it easier to shift between a downstairs utility room and an upstairs bedroom than most 20L units, which is worth factoring in if you only own one dehumidifier for a whole house.
What UK buyers say about this Pro Breeze moisture control unit
Which? magazine awarded this model its Best Buy Dehumidifier badge, highlighting how effectively and quietly it pulls moisture from the air without pushing up the electricity bill. Amazon UK customer feedback is broadly positive, though some reviewers have flagged occasional inconsistency in the automatic humidity readings — worth weighing against the significantly lower price than Meaco's equivalent 20L model.
Sources: Which?, Amazon UK customer reviews.
Our verdict on this Pro Breeze dehumidifier: 4.5/5
Buy the Pro Breeze 20L OmniDry if you want Which?-endorsed 20L performance at a lower price than Meaco, and don't mind a shorter 1-year warranty. If long-term reliability and a 5-year warranty matter more to you than upfront cost, the Meaco Arete Two 20L is worth the extra spend.
Check price on Amazon.co.uk — £169.99Accessories this Pro Breeze damp extractor might need
A few extras that are genuinely useful with this model, not just upsells:
Universal continuous drainage hose (2m)
The OmniDry's tank fills faster than you'd expect once it's genuinely pulling 20 litres a day out of a damp room, and forgetting to empty it simply switches the unit off until you do. Connecting a continuous drainage hose to a nearby sink, drain or gutter removes that ceiling entirely, so the dehumidifier can run unattended for days or weeks at a time — useful for a cellar, utility room or holiday let nobody checks on daily. Match the connector size to the OmniDry's drainage port before buying, since a loose or oversized fitting will leak rather than drain properly.
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Digital room hygrometer
Useful for double-checking the OmniDry's own automatic humidity reading against an independent sensor placed elsewhere in the room — the two can disagree, and a hygrometer left away from the unit is the only way to confirm the whole space is actually reaching the target you've set, not just the air right next to the machine.
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Compare this Pro Breeze moisture extractor with similar models
| Pro Breeze 20L OmniDry WiFi DehumidifierTHIS REVIEW 4.5/5 £169.99 In stock |  Meaco MeacoDry Arete Two 20L4.4/5 £299.00 In stock |  Meaco MeacoDry Arete One 12L4.6/5 £179.99 In stock | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extraction power | 20 litres/day | 20 litres/day | 12 litres/day |
| Noise level | Under 38 dB(A) | 38 / 40 / 50 dB(A) across 3 speeds | 35 / 38 / 44 dB(A) across 2 speeds |
| Tank capacity | 4 litres | 4.8 litres | 2.5 litres |
| Value for money | 4.5/5 (£169.99) | 4.4/5 (£299.00) | 4.6/5 (£179.99) |
| Check price on Amazon | Read the review | Read the review |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Pro Breeze 20L OmniDry as good as the Meaco Arete Two?+
For raw drying and dehumidifying performance, they're very close — both extract 20L/day and run under 38dB. The main differences are warranty length (Meaco's 5 years vs Pro Breeze's 1 year) and price (Pro Breeze is noticeably cheaper).
What does the Which? Best Buy award mean?+
Which? is the UK's leading independent consumer testing organisation. A Best Buy award means the product was tested against competitors on extraction rate, noise, energy use and ease of use, and came out ahead — it's one of the more trustworthy UK-specific endorsements a dehumidifier can carry.
How big is the water tank?+
4 litres, which is larger than the Meaco Arete One's 2.5L tank, meaning less frequent emptying when running hard in a damp room.
Does it work with Alexa?+
Yes, via the free Pro Breeze app, which supports both Amazon Alexa and Google Home voice control alongside manual app control.
Other moisture extractors worth comparing to this Pro Breeze
In stockMeaco MeacoDry Arete Two 20L
5-year warranty instead of 1The best all-round dehumidifier for a UK home battling condensation, damp or slow-drying laundry. If budget allows, this is the one we'd buy first.
In stockMeaco MeacoDry Arete One 12L
The best dehumidifier for a bedroom or a flat — quiet enough to sleep next to, backed by the same 5-year warranty as Meaco's bigger models, at a noticeably lower price.
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Pro Breeze 20L OmniDry WiFi Dehumidifier
£169.99