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Midea MAD35PS1QGR Dehumidifier Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Jul 03, 2024 at 12:07 pm
Midea MAD35PS1QGR Picture
8.2
Basement
7.2
Bathroom
7.5
Large Room
6.8
Bedroom
7.2
Capacity
6.7
Noise
6.3
Temperature Stability

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is a 35-pint dehumidifier with a collapsible design like many of Midea's other models, like the larger Midea MAD50PS1QWT. You can see what the appliance looks like in its nested configuration here. It has Wi-Fi connectivity, and you can operate it remotely using the MSmartHome smartphone app or via voice commands made through Amazon Alexa. It also features a built-in pump that allows it to drain into elevated containers.

Our Verdict

8.2 Basement

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is great for basement use. Its dehumidification capacity is suitable for medium-sized dens, and this unit is impressively energy-efficient, so you won't notice too big a hit to your energy bill if you leave it running for extended periods. It also features a drain pump, so you can set it up to have it drain continuously into an elevated container.

Pros
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
  • Has a drain pump.
  • Space-saving design when configured for continuous drainage.
  • Impressive efficiency.
Cons
  • Moderately noisy.
7.2 Bathroom

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is a satisfactory choice for use in bathrooms. While it's somewhat bulky in its fully extended configuration, you can remove the dehumidifier unit from the high-capacity water bucket and hook it up to its included hose to have it drain continuously—a configuration that saves quite a bit of space. It also has a drain pump, so you can drain it into a sink or bathtub without placing the unit on a table or stool.

Pros
  • Has a drain pump.
  • Space-saving design when configured for continuous drainage.
Cons
  • Produces a moderate amount of heat.
  • Bulky when unit is fully extended.
7.5 Large Room

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is a good choice for use in large rooms. It provides decent dehumidification capacity and has a moderately high max airflow, but you'd be better off buying a more powerful unit with a higher capacity if you need to dehumidify a larger space in a hurry. It's a little noisy, so you might want to turn it off if you're trying to listen to music or watch TV. Fortunately, it has a large water tank that won't need emptying often. It's also impressively energy-efficient, so your power consumption won't increase too much if you run it often.

Pros
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
  • Impressive efficiency.
Cons
  • Moderately noisy.
6.8 Bedroom

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is alright for use in bedrooms. While it's nowhere near the loudest unit on the market, its operating noise can still be a little distracting, especially if you're a light sleeper. It also has a fairly high impact on the ambient temperature of a room, which isn't ideal for small rooms that are already warm.

Pros
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
  • Impressive efficiency.
Cons
  • Produces a moderate amount of heat.
  • Moderately noisy.
  • Bulky when unit is fully extended.
7.2 Capacity

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR has a decent dehumidification capacity. It's best suited to dehumidifying medium-sized rooms and might struggle in especially large, open-concept spaces.

Pros
  • Decent dehumidification capacity.
Cons
6.7 Noise

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR is only reasonably quiet. It won't overwhelm spoken dialogue on TV or the average conversation. However, it could still be a bit of an annoyance if left running, especially at its higher fan speed setting.

Pros
Cons
  • Moderately noisy.
6.3 Temperature Stability

The Midea MAD35PS1QGR does a mediocre job of maintaining a stable temperature while running. If left to run for an extended period, it won't have too much of an impact on the ambient temperature of a larger room, but smaller rooms can feel a little stuffy after a while.

Pros
Cons
  • Produces a moderate amount of heat.
  • 8.2 Basement
  • 7.2 Bathroom
  • 7.5 Large Room
  • 6.8 Bedroom

Performance Usages

  • 7.2 Capacity
  • 6.7 Noise
  • 6.3 Temperature Stability
  1. Updated Jul 03, 2024: Review published.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

This dehumidifier is only available in a 'Gray' 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 Midea MAD35PS1QGR is a Wi-Fi-enabled dehumidifier with a collapsible design and a drain pump. It's effectively the same size as the Midea MAD50PS1QWT, which boasts a higher 50-pint capacity. While the latter would be the better option if you need to pull moisture from an especially large room, the MAD35PS1QGR operates a little more quietly and generates less heat.

Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
5.9
Design
Size
Height
25.4" (64.6 cm)
Width
14.6" (37.0 cm)
Depth
14.5" (36.8 cm)
Design
Body
Material
Plastic
Weight
41.5 lbs (18.8 kg)
Caster Wheels
Yes
Power Cord Length 5.7 ft (175 cm)
Design
Display And Control
Button Location
Top
Display Yes
Display Location Top
9.6
Design
Drainage
Water Tank
Yes
Water Tank Capacity
4.2 gal (16.0 L)
Continuous Drainage
Yes
Drain Pump
Yes
Design
Additional Features
Auto-Off
Yes
Defrost Function
Yes
Humidistat
Yes
App
Yes
Performance
7.2
Performance
Capacity
Type
Refrigerant
AHAM Rated Capacity
35.0 PPD (16.6 LPD)
Tested Dehumidification Capacity
21.0 PPD (9.9 LPD)
8.4
Performance
Dehumidification Efficiency
Tested Efficiency
1.0L/kWh
Measured Wattage
396 W
Energy Star Rating
1.9L/kWh
6.7
Performance
Noise
Noise @ Highest Fan Speed
52.0 dBA
Noise @ Lowest Fan Speed
50.3 dBA
7.4
Performance
Airflow
Airflow @ Highest Fan Speed
185 CFM
Airflow @ Lowest Fan Speed
146 CFM

This dehumidifier has decent airflow performance. Its max airflow is respectable and will be enough to generate a fair amount of air movement in medium-sized spaces, though it still isn't as high as some alternatives that are better suited to bigger rooms. Its slow fan speed setting produces a fairly low minimum airflow, which can help keep the device's evaporator coils cool in cooler, humid rooms.

6.3
Performance
Temperature Stability
Temperature Increase
3.4 °F (1.9 °C)
Airflow Temperature
90 °F (32 °C)