Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier vs TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal
Both made our Best Dehumidifiers for Small Bedrooms shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump if you want extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying. Choose the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump if you'd rather have 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option. Overall we rank the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Dehumidifiers for Small Bedrooms list.
Winner overall: Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump
Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump vs TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Dehumidifiers for Small Bedrooms | #3 of 4 in Best Dehumidifiers for Small Bedrooms |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Midea | TOSOT |
| Key features | 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 | 50-pint-per-day rating for up to 4,500 sq ft; Internal pump lifts water up to 15 feet through an included 19-foot hose; 52-decibel peak sound level |
| Biggest strength | Extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying | 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option |
| Main trade-off | 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement | Owner reports of compressor failures after 2 to 3 summers are more common than with Frigidaire |
| Best for | basements | basements |
Which should you buy?
#1 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 TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump section.
#3 pick
Choose the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump if…
- 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option
- 52dB peak volume is genuinely quiet for a 50-pint compressor
- Auto-restart after a power blip matters in a basement that isn't checked daily
Best for: basements
Prefer the alternative? See the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump section.
Pros and cons of each
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
TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump
Pros
- 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option
- 52dB peak volume is genuinely quiet for a 50-pint compressor
- Auto-restart after a power blip matters in a basement that isn't checked daily
Cons
- Owner reports of compressor failures after 2 to 3 summers are more common than with Frigidaire
- Bucket-full sensor is sensitive and occasionally stops the unit with tank space remaining
- Control panel buttons feel less durable than the housing around them
Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump vs TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump: common questions
Which is better, the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump or the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump?
Choose the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump if you want extended Cube tank holds roughly 3x a standard bucket, cutting how often it needs emptying. Choose the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump if you'd rather have 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option. Overall we rank the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Dehumidifiers for Small Bedrooms list.
What is the difference between the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump and the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump?
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, while the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump stands out because 15-foot pump lift covers basements where gravity drainage to a floor drain isn't an option. The trade-offs differ too: the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump's main caveat is that 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement, and the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump's is that owner reports of compressor failures after 2 to 3 summers are more common than with Frigidaire.
Is the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump worth it over the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump instead if 35-pint rating means it works harder than a 50-pint unit in a very damp basement is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump instead of the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump?
The TOSOT 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Internal Pump suits basements, while the Midea Cube 35-Pint Smart Dehumidifier with Pump is best for basements.