The Arete One family
Meaco's ranges include the MeacoDry Arete One family: compressor machines with an air purifier built in, sharing a look, controls and filter. The real difference between them is how much water each can pull from the air in a day.
| Capacity | Suits | Worth knowing |
|---|
| 10 litres a day | Single rooms and smaller flats. | Light enough to carry from room to room. |
| 12 litres a day | A small house, or a flat where windows stream most mornings. | Extra drying in the same design. |
| 20 litres a day | Larger homes, stubborn damp, or near-daily indoor drying. | A larger fan moves more air across more space. |
Meaco suggests the 12 litre for homes up to three bedrooms and the 20 litre for up to four. The litre figure is the maximum under test conditions; a cooler home gives up less, so if you're torn between two sizes, the larger usually copes better. Compare other brands and types in heating and cooling.
Two machines in one
Arete One machines have an H13 HEPA filter, a medical-grade standard. It cleans the air as the machine dehumidifies, and in warmer, drier months you can run it purely as an air purifier.
Drying washing
Laundry mode works the machine harder while clothes dry, then backs off as the humidity drops. For fastest results, use a small room, close the door and hang everything on an airer. Meaco puts it forward as a cheaper-to-run option than a tumble dryer.
Compressor or desiccant?
Arete One machines use a compressor, which works best in heated rooms. Unheated garages, workshops and cellars are generally better served by a desiccant machine.
Living with an Arete One
Bedrooms and lounges
For a machine that'll hum away during the evening or overnight, look at the decibel ratings. Larger machines that move more air tend to be rated a little louder, so compare the figures.
The filter
A HEPA filter traps fine particles, so it gradually fills and must be replaced rather than washed. The manual gives the interval; allow for an occasional new filter in your running costs.
Through the year
Damp is usually at its worst in the colder months, with windows shut and washing drying indoors. That's the season for dehumidifying. When it warms up, switch to purifier-only and keep it working all year round.
Before you order
- Find a spot where air can flow in and out, with the gaps from walls and curtains the manual gives.
- Emptying. You tip out the tank by hand; the listing says whether a hose to a drain is possible instead.
- Close the windows while it runs, or it'll be drying the air outside too.
- Count bedrooms and match them to the sizes above.
See Meaco in Rochester
Call 01622 541312 before you travel and we'll tell you whether a Meaco dehumidifier is on display at our showroom.
Buying Meaco from KDH Electrical
Your dehumidifier carries the manufacturer's full UK warranty. Delivery is free over £600, normally within 3–7 working days. It just plugs in and is ready to use.
If a UK competitor is cheaper, tell us, and under our price match we'll aim to match that price. Ring 01622 541312 with any questions.
Meaco: your questions answered
What size Meaco do I need?
10 or 12 litres for a flat or small house. Choose 20 litres for a big house, heavy damp or a lot of indoor drying, and size up if you're unsure.
Can an Arete One work as an air purifier alone?
Yes. Thanks to the H13 HEPA filter, an Arete One can just purify, without dehumidifying, which is useful in warmer months.
Will it dry my washing?
Yes. Put clothes on an airer in a small, closed room and select laundry mode.
Will it work in a cold garage?
It's a compressor machine, best in heated rooms. A desiccant dehumidifier usually suits a cold garage or workshop better.
Is Meaco British?
Yes. It's a family company founded in 1991 and based in Surrey.
Which is the quietest?
Compare the decibel figures on the product pages; bigger machines that move more air tend to be slightly louder.
Does the HEPA filter need replacing?
Yes. It traps fine particles and needs changing periodically; the manual says how often.
