Appliance Reviews Magazine ‘Kaden Hihyo’ Announces Top Dehumidifiers for Large Rooms: Mitsubishi Electric Takes First Place

Solving Rainy Season Room Drying Woes: ‘Kaden Hihyo’ Reviews Dehumidifiers

Solving Rainy Season Room Drying Woes: ‘Kaden Hihyo’ Reviews Dehumidifiers

The rainy season often brings challenges for drying laundry indoors. Clothes drying dehumidifiers offer a practical solution, presenting advantages over drum washing machines or bathroom dryers due to lower initial and running costs, and gentler treatment of clothes. Beyond laundry, these devices are also effective for general room dehumidification and closet moisture control.

The June 2026 issue of ‘Kaden Hihyo,’ a guide for appliance purchases, features a comprehensive test of the latest dehumidifier models. This report specifically details the results for four products in the large-room category (15 tatami mats and above).

Evaluation Criteria (out of 100 points):

Clothes Drying: 30 points
Dehumidification: 20 points
Power Consumption: 15 points
Quietness: 5 points
Installation: 5 points
Functionality: 5 points
Maintenance: 10 points
Usability: 10 points

Top 4 Clothes Drying Dehumidifiers (15 Tatami Mats and Above) for Comfortable Room Drying

1st Place / Best Buy (87.5 points): Mitsubishi Electric “Bikuukan MJ-PHDV24YX”

Actual Price: 126,500 yen

This model achieved perfect scores in both clothes drying and dehumidification tests, also ranking first in quietness and functionality. Its clothes drying performance, which held the highest weighting in this test, was notably impressive. The dehumidification capability also proved excellent, removing over 70% of humidity. This single unit effectively handles both clothes drying and general dehumidification.

Clothes Drying: 30.0 / 30 points
Dehumidification: 20.0 / 20 points
Power Consumption: 9.0 / 15 points
Quietness: 4.5 / 5 points
Installation: 4.0 / 5 points
Functionality: 4.7 / 5 points
Maintenance: 8.0 / 10 points
Usability: 7.3 / 10 points

2nd Place (79.6 points): Panasonic “F-YEX200D”

Actual Price: 109,890 yen

This unit demonstrated strong overall performance, securing second place in both clothes drying and dehumidification, with good results in other categories. A distinctive feature is its louver design, which is split into two independent sections, each with a movable flap. Adjusting the flap angles allows for varied airflow, enabling wide-area air distribution. Additionally, it offers easy daily maintenance, with only three main areas requiring regular cleaning: the left and right filters, the water tank, and the main unit.

Clothes Drying: 23.0 / 30 points
Dehumidification: 18.0 / 20 points
Power Consumption: 11.3 / 15 points
Quietness: 3.5 / 5 points
Installation: 3.0 / 5 points
Functionality: 4.3 / 5 points
Maintenance: 9.0 / 10 points
Usability: 7.5 / 10 points

3rd Place (75.0 points): Sharp “CV-UH160”

Actual Price: 84,800 yen

This model received the highest usability rating among the tested products, thanks to features like easy drainage tank removal and simple relocation of the unit. Its clothes drying and dehumidification capabilities are also satisfactory. Equipped with additional features like a child lock and Plasmacluster technology, this product is recommended for those who prioritize ease of use.

Clothes Drying: 20.0 / 30 points
Dehumidification: 16.0 / 20 points
Power Consumption: 10.5 / 15 points
Quietness: 4.3 / 5 points
Installation: 3.0 / 5 points
Functionality: 4.7 / 5 points
Maintenance: 8.0 / 10 points
Usability: 8.5 / 10 points

4th Place (72.0 points): Corona “CD-WH1825”

Actual Price: 59,620 yen

This model’s appeal lies in its flexible operation, allowing independent airflow adjustment from the clothes drying mode and the option to enhance drying efficiency with a heater (though this increases power consumption). In the clothes drying test, it demonstrated high drying capability, particularly for chino pants placed directly in front of the unit.

Clothes Drying: 23.0 / 30 points
Dehumidification: 14.0 / 20 points
Power Consumption: 10.5 / 15 points
Quietness: 3.8 / 5 points
Installation: 4.0 / 5 points
Functionality: 3.7 / 5 points
Maintenance: 6.0 / 10 points
Usability: 7.0 / 10 points

The “Certification” Mark: A Symbol of Editorial Approval

The “Certification” mark is awarded to products deemed truly recommendable by the editorial department after rigorous, consumer-oriented testing. This mark, which cannot be acquired through payment, is utilized by recipient companies for product promotion.

For more detailed comparison test results and reasons for Best Buy selections, please refer to the ‘Kaden Hihyo’ June 2026 issue. Shinyusha’s press releases will continue to announce “BEST BUY” award-winning items on the publication date of ‘Kaden Hihyo.’

About ‘Kaden Hihyo’

Celebrating its 15th anniversary, ‘Kaden Hihyo’ is Japan’s sole specialized appliance testing magazine. Unusually for a commercial publication, it does not include advertising pages, allowing it to provide honest reviews that other media, influenced by manufacturers, might not. Experts and the editorial team thoroughly evaluate products from a consumer perspective, delivering “honest evaluations” solely for the benefit of readers.

The June issue was released on May 2nd at a special price of 990 yen (tax included).