Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with vs Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier
Both made our Best Dehumidifiers for Basements shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump if you want built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs. Choose the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump if you'd rather have extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying. Overall we rank the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Dehumidifiers for Basements list.
Winner overall: Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump
Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump vs Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 5 in Best Dehumidifiers for Basements | #2 of 5 in Best Dehumidifiers for Basements |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | Frigidaire | Midea |
| Key features | 50-pint-per-day moisture removal, 4,500 sq ft coverage; Built-in condensate pump for upward continuous drainage; 1.8-gallon washable-filter bucket with splash guard | 35-pint-per-day rating, covers up to 3,500 sq ft; Lift-and-twist Cube design triples effective tank capacity when extended; Wi-Fi control via the MideaAir app, works with Alexa |
| Biggest strength | Built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs | Extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying |
| Main trade-off | 1.8-gallon bucket fills fast if the pump hose isn't connected | 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement |
| Best for | basements | basements |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump if…
- Built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs
- 41°F operating floor keeps working through a cool basement winter, where many competitors ice over
- Energy Star rating keeps running costs down over long continuous cycles
Best for: basements
Prefer the alternative? See the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump section.
#2 pick
Choose the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump if…
- Extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying
- App control lets you check basement humidity and tank status without walking downstairs
- Quietest compressor of the models in this roundup per independent lab comparisons
Best for: basements
Prefer the alternative? See the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump section.
Pros and cons of each
Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump
Pros
- Built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs
- 41°F operating floor keeps working through a cool basement winter, where many competitors ice over
- Energy Star rating keeps running costs down over long continuous cycles
- Washable filter is a five-minute rinse rather than a replacement purchase
Cons
- 1.8-gallon bucket fills fast if the pump hose isn't connected
- Front display can be hard to read the current humidity number in a dim basement
- Casters are small and can struggle on uneven concrete flooring
Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
Pros
- Extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying
- App control lets you check basement humidity and tank status without walking downstairs
- Quietest compressor of the models in this roundup per independent lab comparisons
- Draws meaningfully less power than other 50-pint-class units at the same humidity setting
Cons
- 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement
- Costs more than the Vremi or TOSOT at typical street pricing
- Learning to retract and extend the Cube tank takes a try or two
Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump vs Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump: common questions
Which is better, the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump or the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump?
Choose the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump if you want built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs. Choose the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump if you'd rather have extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying. Overall we rank the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Dehumidifiers for Basements list.
What is the difference between the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump and the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump?
The Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump stands out because built-in pump pushes water up and out through a hose, no more hauling a full bucket up basement stairs, while the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump stands out because extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying. The trade-offs differ too: the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump's main caveat is that 1.8-gallon bucket fills fast if the pump hose isn't connected, and the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump's is that 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement.
Is the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump worth it over the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump instead if 1.8-gallon bucket fills fast if the pump hose isn't connected is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump instead of the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump?
The Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump suits basements, while the Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump is best for basements.