The budget supermarket has launched a new Midi Dehumidifier as part of its winter SpecialBuys range, designed to tackle condensation and help dry clothes indoors
Charlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor and Katie Oborn GAU Writer
11:53, 21 Feb 2026
Aldi’s Midi Dehumidifier costs £89.99 – and helps take moisture out of the air when drying laundry indoors (Image: Aldi)
Aldi has unveiled a fresh range of ‘winter warmer’ SpecialBuy products, designed to help shoppers stay comfortable at home throughout the coldest months. A particularly notable item is an electronic dehumidifier, built to accelerate clothes drying, combat mould and improve air quality by drawing in excess moisture.
Britain has been in the grip of a notably bitter cold spell along with relentless rain so far this year, with the Met Office releasing multiple snow, ice and heavy downpour warnings.
In such conditions, countless households up and down the country will turn up their central heating and dry clothes indoors on radiators or heated airers to avoid steep energy bills, however, this can result in heightened moisture levels in the air, frequently causing condensation and mould to develop in homes.
Dehumidifiers function by enhancing air quality through the elimination of excess moisture. This assists in preventing the development of mould, mildew, and dust mites, all of which can worsen allergies and cause breathing difficulties.
Whilst there is a broad selection of dehumidifiers available on the market, Aldi has introduced one as part of its newest SpecialBuy middle aisle collection. The Midi Dehumidifier, retailing at £89.99, is currently available to buy in stores, reports Birmingham Live.
Aldi’s Midi Dehumidifier costs £89.99(Image: Aldi)
The 200W domestic appliance boasts a two-litre reservoir and can remove up to twelve litres of moisture each day, making it perfect for controlling dampness in your property during the winter months. It’s also equipped with wheels, allowing easy movement from room to room.
Further features include a ‘simple’ touch-screen display, a ‘whisper-quiet’ setting, child lock capability, overflow safeguard and automatic switch-off when the water container is full.
Placed beside damp laundry, it can speed up drying times for those wanting to save money by not using a tumble dryer. The dehumidifier is on offer only whilst stocks remain.
As with any SpecialBuy product, availability is restricted.
The frontage and brand logo of a branch of German discount retailer Aldi, taken in a local retail park on Wirral, UK on a sunny afternoon(Image: Alan Morris via Getty Images)
An Aldi spokesperson said: “For speedy drying and to manage moisture in the air during colder months, shoppers can choose the Midi Dehumidifier (£89.99). Designed to help manage moisture at home during the colder months, it can remove up to 12 litres of water a day and has a 2L tank, adjustable humidity settings, a 24-hour timer and a quiet operating mode for use around the house.
“The unit also comes with wheels for easy movement, a simple touch-screen display and a drainage hose for continuous use, making it a useful addition for keeping spaces comfortable and helping clothes dry more quickly.”
According to the UK consumer organisation Which?, dehumidifiers remove excess moisture from the air, helping to combat condensation, prevent the growth of mould and reduce dampness on walls. There are two main types available: refrigerant or desiccant models.
The organisation explains: “Refrigerant dehumidifiers work by creating a cold surface; when warm, damp air comes into contact with it, water condenses and drips into the water tank. They typically struggle in colder spaces, such as cellars.
“Desiccant: This type has a desiccant wheel that absorbs moisture from the air. An internal heater and fan drive moisture off the wheel so the process can be repeated. They are effective in both warm and cold spaces.”