Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) vs Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft)
Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S)
Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft)
The short answer
Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) and Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) finish almost level in our scoring (6.9 vs 6.9 out of 10), so the right pick depends on what you value most. Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) is stronger on ease of use & emptying, noise and energy efficiency. Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) is stronger on basement suitability and value.
- Choose the Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) if: Finished basements used as playrooms or guest rooms, where a child lock, tilt shutoff and a quiet sleep mode matter more than having a pump.
- Choose the Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) if: Unfinished basements up to 4,500 sq ft where you'll pump water up to a sink or out to a sump and noise isn't a concern.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) | Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Removal Performance | 7.0Reviewed says it's on par with other 50-pint units but gives no measured numbers. | 7.0Bob Vila: performance 4.5/5, similar to other 50-pint units. No measured pints figure. |
| Basement Suitability | 7.0Rated for 4,500 sq ft with a drain hose. No pump. | 8.3Pump with a 16.4-ft lift, auto-restart and defrost, rated for 4,500 sq ft. |
| Ease of Use & Emptying | 7.62-gallon tank and app control. Reviewed says the app could be better. | 7.0Timer and easy emptying. The 2.25-gallon bucket is smaller than the Cube's. |
| Noise | 6.5The 40 dB sleep mode helps, but Reviewed flags the fan as loud at high speed. | 5.5Bob Vila: noisier than most of its top picks. |
| Energy Efficiency | 6.0ENERGY STAR status and IEF are unconfirmed. | 5.0No ENERGY STAR or IEF data found. |
| Value | 6.5$359.99, about $110 more than the #1 pick, and it has no pump. | 7.0$299.99 is fair for a unit with a pump, but the #1 pick is cheaper and better documented. |
Specifications
| Spec | Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) | Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Capacity (DOE 2019) | 50 pints/day | 50 pints/day |
| Rated Coverage | 4,500 sq ft | 4,500 sq ft |
| Technology | compressor | compressor |
| Bucket Capacity | 16 pints | 18 pints |
| Built-in Condensate Pump | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / App Control | Yes | — |
| Weight | 39 lb | — |
Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S)
Pros
- Child lock and tilt shutoff
- Thermal overload protection
- Sleep mode as low as 40 dB
- Rated for 4,500 sq ft
- Drain hose included
- Performance on par with other 50-pint units
Cons
- Loud fan at high speed
- App could be better
- Smaller 2-gallon tank
- No pump
- Costs more than the pump Midea
A good family-oriented choice for finished basements. It matches the big units on capacity but costs more than the best overall pick and lacks a pump.
Full Dreo 711S (DR-HDH001S) review →Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft)
Pros
- Built-in pump with 16.4-ft lift
- 16-ft hose included
- Auto-restart and defrost mode
- Timer and programming
- Rated for 4,500 sq ft
- Bob Vila scored performance 4.5 out of 5
Cons
- Noisier than most top picks
- Smaller tank than the Midea 50s
- No published ENERGY STAR data
- Sold by a third-party seller
- No manufacturer model number printed in the review
A capable pump alternative for large unfinished basements where noise isn't a concern. For most people the Midea pump model has better efficiency information and a larger tank.
Full Ivation 50-Pint Dehumidifier with Pump (4,500 sq ft) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Basement Dehumidifiers of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.