The Danby DDR040EBWDB is a 40-pint dehumidifier intended for use in large rooms. It has a multifunction display, an 8-pint water tank, and a drain hole for continuous drainage, though it lacks a drain pump.
Our Verdict
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is good for use in basements. It can draw out a lot of moisture from the air, making it a great choice for larger basements. It has a large water tank that you won't need to empty too often; you can also hook it up to drain continuously, which is great if you're running it for longer periods, though it does lack a drain pump that would allow it to drain into an elevated container. Its varying fan speeds also give you a pretty wide airflow range, allowing it to move large amounts of air and keep its evaporator coils cool enough.
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High dehumidification capacity.
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Wide airflow range.
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Has a high capacity water tank and can be configured to drain continuously.
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Somewhat noisy while running.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is alright for use in bathrooms. It's fairly bulky, making it a bit of a nuisance to fit in tighter bathrooms, and it makes a lot of noise, especially at higher fan speeds. On the upside, its dehumidification capacity is sufficient for even the largest of bathrooms, and it also has a large water tank that you won't need to empty very often. It supports continuous drainage, though it lacks a drain pump, which is something to be aware of if you were planning on having it drain into a sink or any other elevated container.
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High dehumidification capacity.
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Has a high capacity water tank and can be configured to drain continuously.
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Somewhat noisy while running.
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Does a poor job of maintaining a stable temperature.
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Large body can be difficult to fit in smaller rooms.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is good for use in large rooms. Its dehumidification capacity is impressive, and at its highest fan speed, it can generate a lot of air movement in bigger spaces. However, it isn't quite class-leading in this respect. Its low fan speed setting keeps airflow low enough to keep its evaporator coils reasonably cold, even in cooler humid environments. Unfortunately, it can get quite noisy, which can be rather annoying if you leave it running while watching TV or are trying to hold a conversation nearby.
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High dehumidification capacity.
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Wide airflow range.
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Somewhat noisy while running.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is a mediocre option for use in bedrooms. While its substantial capacity and fairly high max airflow make it a good option for dehumidifying larger spaces, it's likely too large for bedrooms in smaller apartments or condos. It can generate a fair amount of heat if left to run for extended periods of time; this is obviously far from ideal if your room is already pretty hot. It also produces a pretty noticeable background hum while running, which can be disruptive if you're a light sleeper.
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High dehumidification capacity.
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Wide airflow range.
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Somewhat noisy while running.
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Does a poor job of maintaining a stable temperature.
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Large body can be difficult to fit in smaller rooms.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB has great dehumidification capacity. It offers sufficient dehumidification capacity to clear most moisture from medium- and even large-sized rooms.
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High dehumidification capacity.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB makes quite a bit of noise. At its higher fan speed, it can overpower quieter dialogue on TV or even conversations spoken at lower volumes if placed nearby.
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Somewhat noisy while running.
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is sub-par at maintaining a stable temperature. It puts out quite a bit of heat when running for extended periods, which is far from ideal if you have it set up in a smaller living room or bedroom.
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Does a poor job of maintaining a stable temperature.
- 7.7 Basement
- 6.8 Bathroom
- 7.6 Large Room
- 6.3 Bedroom
Performance Usages
- 8.0 Capacity
- 5.8 Noise
- 5.8 Temperature Stability
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
This dehumidifier is only available in a 'White' colorway. You can see the label of the unit we tested here.
Let us know in the comments if you come across another variant of this dehumidifier.
Compared To Other Dehumidifiers
The Danby DDR040EBWDB is a 40-pint dehumidifier. It occupies a somewhat awkward spot in the dehumidifier market, offering slightly less capacity than 50-pint models like the Frigidaire FFAD5033W1, but without any advantage in terms of size. It's also as noisy and produces as much heat as some of these higher-performing alternatives.
Test Results
This dehumidifier has good airflow performance. It provides a pretty wide range of air speeds, which is helpful if ambient humidity and temperature vary drastically in different parts of your home. While its max fan speed isn't as high as alternatives like the Frigidaire FFAD3533W1, it's still sufficient to generate a fair amount of air movement in larger spaces. Its slow fan speed setting produces a lower airflow than some alternatives, which can help improve performance in cooler, more humid rooms.