Our top pick for the best dehumidifier in Malaysia is the Yangzi CS10E Air Dehumidifier at RM164.90, checked on 12 October 2026, which covers a room up to 30 square metres on a 2.2 litre tank. If you only need to keep one small wardrobe or bathroom dry, the Thirsty Hippo Moisture Absorber at RM9.80 needs no electricity at all.
We compared current Shopee Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia listings for nine dehumidifiers on 12 October 2026, from no-power moisture absorbers to a smart Wi-Fi unit, and have not bench-tested every model ourselves. We earn a commission if you buy through the links on this page, at no extra cost to you, and it does not decide the order.
Contents
- Quick picks: the nine, by what they solve
- Best overall: Yangzi CS10E Air Dehumidifier
- Best for bedrooms: Samu Giken Digital Dehumidifier SG-DEH06
- Best for bathrooms: SwissThomas Household Dehumidifier
- Best no-electricity option: Meadows Charcoal Dehumidifier
- Best smart dehumidifier: Xiaomi Mijia Smart Dehumidifier CSJ0122DM
- Best 2-in-1 purifier combo: ION PUREAIR PS100 2-in-1 Dehumidifier and Air Purifier
- Best ultra-budget option: Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier Moisture Absorber
- Best quiet dehumidifier: YANGZI CS10Z 800ml Mini Dehumidifier
- Best for small spaces: Samu Giken Portable Dehumidifier SG-DEH05
- What is different about buying a dehumidifier in Malaysia
- How we chose these nine dehumidifiers
- Frequently asked questions
- What changed on this page
- Related home appliance guides
Quick picks: the nine, by what they solve
Yangzi CS10E Air DehumidifierRM164.90Shopee
Samu Giken Digital Dehumidifier SG-DEH06RM180.41Shopee
SwissThomas Household DehumidifierRM88.99Shopee
Meadows Charcoal DehumidifierRM8.71Shopee
Xiaomi Mijia Smart Dehumidifier CSJ0122DMRM1,499Shopee
ION PUREAIR PS100 2-in-1 Dehumidifier and Air PurifierRM219.89Shopee
Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier Moisture AbsorberRM9.80Shopee
YANGZI CS10Z 800ml Mini DehumidifierRM99Shopee
Samu Giken Portable Dehumidifier SG-DEH05RM151.91Lazada
Best overall: Yangzi CS10E Air Dehumidifier
The Yangzi CS10E stays our top pick for most Malaysian homes: it beats cheaper rivals on capacity and features without costing much more. We re-checked this pick on 12 October 2026 after the original Shopee seller was delisted; the same CS10E, at the same RM164.90, is now sold by a different Shopee store, and it no longer has a live Lazada listing.
2.2L tank, LED display, remote control
Checked 12 October 2026 at RM164.90 on Shopee Malaysia. A steady, no-fuss dehumidifier with a tank big enough to skip daily emptying, plus a photocatalyst purification stage that is rare at this price.
- Large tank capacity
- Comes with photocatalyst purification
- Figures shown on the LCD display may not be accurate
Best for bedrooms: Samu Giken Digital Dehumidifier SG-DEH06
This is the one built for sleeping in the same room as it. It covers up to 30 square metres, has a smart control system with a humidity and temperature readout, and shuts itself off once the 1.5 litre tank is full.
The one real complaint is that the display's light cannot be switched off, which can be distracting in a dark bedroom. If that would bother you, the quieter YANGZI CS10Z further down has a smaller footprint and no always-on display.
Overview
This Samu Giken dehumidifier can help you get a more comfortable sleep at night. It works for any room under 30 square meters, has a tank capacity of 1.5L and will automatically shut down when the tank gets full. The product also comes with a smart control system and is rather quiet so you can sleep peacefully.
Details
- Dehumidification area of up to 30 square meters
- Water tank capacity of 1.5L
- Smart control system with indicators for humidity level and temperature
- Silent operation
Who is this for?
If you have trouble sleeping at night because of the high humidity level in your room, you can give this dehumidifier a try. It has a rather high capacity tank so you can keep the dehumidifier operating overnight. Plus, it’s pretty quiet so it won’t disturb your slumber.
Best for bathrooms: SwissThomas Household Dehumidifier
Built for the room that stays damp longest: a windowless bathroom. It runs quietly and is specifically good at cutting the mould and bacteria that build up where water sits on tiles and grout.
It has no drainage pipe, so you empty the tank by hand rather than running a hose to a drain. Fine for a bathroom you check daily; skip it for a utility room you would rather not visit every day.
Overview
High humidity levels can cause mould and bacteria to grow so it’s a good idea to place a dehumidifier in spaces like your bathroom or toilet. This SwissThomas dehumidifier can also be conspicuously placed in your bathroom so you can control the humidity level and get rid of mould and bacteria.
Details
- Dehumidification area of 20 square meters
- Water tank capacity of 800ml
- Auto shutdown when the tank reaches full capacity
- Quiet operation
- Small and portable size
Who is this for?
If you’re worried about mould or bacteria in your bathroom, placing this dehumidifier in the space can do wonders. It has a tank capacity of 800ml and it’s small in size so you can place it on the counter or a shelf. Thankfully, this product is also rather silent when it’s in operation so it’s not obvious.
Best no-electricity option: Meadows Charcoal Dehumidifier
No plug, no power bill: this is a pack of three 720ml charcoal moisture absorbers you place in a wardrobe, shoe cabinet or car and leave alone. It is easy to use and does the job of keeping a small enclosed space dry without any setup.
It needs replacing every so often rather than running indefinitely, so budget for repeat packs if you keep more than one space dry this way. Skip it for a whole room; it is sized for a cupboard, not a bedroom.
Overview
Charcoal dehumidifiers are great alternatives to electric dehumidifiers because it doesn’t require electricity. They can be placed in any space including closets and cars and can also help with removing odours. This one by Meadows comes in a pack of 3 so it’s also a great value.
Details
- Doesn’t require electricity
- Great for spaces with no power source
- Deodorizes and removes odours
- Dehumidifying capacity of 720ml
Who is this for?
If you don’t require a fancy dehumidifier or just need something simple to get rid of odours and moisture, this would be great for you. It’s easy to use, you can place it in almost any space since it’s small and it doesn’t require electricity so there’s no worrying about safety risks or hazards.
Best smart dehumidifier: Xiaomi Mijia Smart Dehumidifier CSJ0122DM
This is the only unit on this list built for a whole house rather than one room: a large tank and a extraction capacity well above the rest of this list, with Xiaomi's app for monitoring and scheduling it from your phone.
The price is the trade-off, well above every other pick here. Buy it if you are drying more than one room or a whole floor; for a single bedroom or bathroom, the cheaper picks above do the job for a fraction of the cost.
Overview
If you’re looking for a dehumidifier that can work for the entire house, then check out this Xiaomi Mijia option. It has a large water tank that can hold up to 4.5L as well as a daily dehumidification capacity of 22L. It can also be connected to an app for features like real-time monitoring and timer setting.
Details
- Large capacity tank of 4.5L
- High dehumidification capacity of 22L
- Can be connected to an app
- Quiet when in operation
- Easy to move around the house
Who is this for?
If you have a big space or just want one dehumidifier for the entire house, this would be perfect for you since it’s a large-capacity dehumidifier with a large water tank. It’s also a smart dehumidifier so you can connect it to an app to control it remotely.
Best 2-in-1 purifier combo: ION PUREAIR PS100 2-in-1 Dehumidifier and Air Purifier
If you were going to buy a dehumidifier and an air purifier separately, this does both from one unit, with an H13 HEPA filter handling the air-cleaning side. The two functions can also run on their own, so it still works as just an air purifier when you do not need the drying.
The catch is that the dehumidifier side cannot run without the air purifier function active, so you are always paying for both even on days you only need one. Pick it for a bedroom where you want both jobs done; skip it if you already own an air purifier.
Overview
Dehumidifiers and air purifiers aren’t the same but if you want both, this ION PUREAIR dehumidifier is exactly what you need.
It has a large water tank of 1.6L and a dehumidifying capacity of up to 1L per day. Not to mention, the dehumidifier comes equipped with an H13 medical-grade HEPA filter and can be connected to an app for a more seamless use.
Details
- Dehumidification and purification area of up to 40 square meters
- Large water tank of 1.6L
- Large daily dehumidification capacity of 1L
- Medical-grade H13 HEPA filter to remove viruses, bacteria and germs.
- Can be connected to a mobile app
Who is this for?
If you can’t choose between getting a dehumidifier or an air purifier, then just get both. This 2-in-1 is great for any room in the house and even comes with an app for remote control. Both the dehumidifier and purifier can also operate separately so you can use the appliance simply as an air purifier.
Best ultra-budget option: Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier Moisture Absorber
For a single room or a cupboard, the Thirsty Hippo is still the cheapest way in: no plug, no power draw, just a tub of crystals that pulls moisture out of the air for a few months. The seller we linked to went dark, so we moved the buy button to a Shopee-run store selling the same single 600ml unit. The honest current price for one unit is RM9.80. The Lazada listing beside it is a 3-pack, not a single unit, so check the per-unit price before you decide.
600ml single unit, no power needed
Checked 12 October 2026 at RM9.80 for one 600ml unit on Shopee Malaysia. Simple to use and lasts about 3 months, but it is a top-up, not a long-term fix.
- Easy to use
- Lasts up to 3 months
- Not a long-term alternative
Best quiet dehumidifier: YANGZI CS10Z 800ml Mini Dehumidifier
Built around one thing: running under 30dB so it will not wake you or a light sleeper in the house. It still covers up to 30 square metres and shuts itself down automatically once the 800ml tank fills, so you are not checking on it through the night.
An 800ml tank means more frequent emptying than the larger units above if the room is genuinely damp. It is sized and priced for a bedroom or nursery, not a living room or a whole floor.
Overview
Dehumidifiers can get pretty loud so if you need one that is quiet to not disturb your slumber, try this one by YANGZI. It has a silent operation of less than 30dB and a dehumidifying coverage area of 30 square meters. When the 800ml water tank gets full, the dehumidifier will automatically shut down to prevent overflow.
Details
- Silent operation of less than 30dB
- A coverage area of up to 30 square meters
- Water tank capacity of 800ml
- Auto shutdown function
- Comes with water hose for pipe drainage
Who is this for?
If you avoid getting a dehumidifier because of the loud noises it makes, then you’ll be happy to know that this dehumidifier is rather quiet. That means it’s great for placing in rooms, especially in the kids’ room, because it won’t wake you or your little ones up in the middle of the night.
Best for small spaces: Samu Giken Portable Dehumidifier SG-DEH05
The pick for an office desk, a small store room or anywhere floor space is tight: a compact, lightweight design with a 1,250ml tank, a touch-control LED display, a 1 to 24 hour timer and a 1-year warranty through the seller.
It still needs the tank drained by hand once full, with no continuous-drain hose option. Good for a space you can check on through the day; less convenient for a room you want to run unattended for a week.
2 more points
Overview
If you are looking for a dehumidifier for your office or a small space, the Samu Giken Portable Dehumidifier is a nice choice. With its space saving trendy design, it takes up little space while absorbing excess moisture in the air without any issue.
After that, the dehumidifier stores excess moisture in a large water tank which can hold up to 1250 mL of volume. There’s no need to worry about an overflowing tanks as the dehumidifier automatically stops when the water tank is full.
Details
- Portable and lightweight
- 1250 mL water tank
- 7 colours ambient light
- Water tank overflow protection mode
- Touch control LED display
- 1 - 24 hour timer
- Space-saving design
Who is this for?
This dehumidifier is perfect for those who want a dehumidifier that can be moved around easily to be used in their office. Alternatively, it’ll also fit in closets or any small rooms in a house since it does not take up a lot of space.
If needed, the dehumidifier is also great for placing in an infants room since it operates quietly and has some ambient lighting which can double as a nightlight.
What is different about buying a dehumidifier in Malaysia
Malaysia’s tropical climate keeps indoor humidity high year-round, and it gets noticeably worse during the November to March monsoon, which is exactly when a dehumidifier does the most visible work: fewer fogged mirrors, less musty laundry, mould that stops coming back on the same wall.
None of the nine units here are serviced through a dedicated Malaysian brand service centre the way a major air conditioner brand is. They are sold through marketplace sellers on Shopee Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia, so the seller’s own return policy, not a manufacturer hotline, is the warranty that matters in practice. Keep the order confirmation and product photos from the listing in case you need to make a claim.
How we chose these nine dehumidifiers
We checked current prices and stock for nine dehumidifiers on Shopee Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia on 12 October 2026, kept the ones already stocked by sellers with an active sales history, and sorted them by the room or budget each one actually solves rather than by one “best” spec. We have not bought or bench-tested any of the nine ourselves; every verdict above comes from the product’s own specifications, the seller’s track record on the marketplace, and the good-and-bad points shown on each card, which we revisit whenever a price moves.
Frequently asked questions
Do portable dehumidifiers really work?
Yes, for the problem they are built for. A compact unit with a 1 to 2 litre tank will visibly dry out a wardrobe, bathroom or small bedroom within a day and stop windows and mirrors from fogging up. It will not noticeably dry a whole open living and dining area; for that you need a higher-capacity unit like the Xiaomi Mijia on this list, or more than one portable unit running at once.
Do we need a dehumidifier in Malaysia?
Most Malaysian homes do not need one running all day, but a dehumidifier earns its place in rooms that stay damp: windowless bathrooms, store rooms, ground-floor spaces in landed houses, and bedrooms during the wetter months. If mould keeps returning on a wall, or clothes in a cupboard smell musty even when dry, that is the sign to get one rather than run the air conditioner longer.
Is it okay to sleep in a room with a dehumidifier?
It is, as long as the unit is quiet enough not to wake you and the room is not so small that the air turns uncomfortably dry by morning. The Samu Giken SG-DEH06 and the YANGZI CS10Z on this list are both built around quiet overnight operation, which matters more for a bedroom than tank size does.
How to dry out a room without a dehumidifier?
Open a window or run a fan to move air through the room, use the air conditioner's dry mode if it has one, and place a few hundred grams of silica gel or rock salt in a container in damp corners. None of this works as fast or as completely as an actual dehumidifier, which is why the RM9.80 Thirsty Hippo absorber on this list exists as the no-electricity option.
What changed on this page
- 12 October 2026: replaced two dead Shopee listings. Yangzi CS10E (92006) moves to a new Shopee seller at the same RM164.90, Lazada dropped as the model is no longer sold there. Thirsty Hippo (92020) moves to a new Shopee seller for the single 600ml unit; its real current price is RM9.80, not the RM3.49 this page quoted before.
- 2 October 2026: re-checked all nine prices against live Shopee Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia listings. Biggest moves: the ION PUREAIR PS100 rose from RM96.80 to RM219.89 and the Thirsty Hippo absorber fell from RM9.96 to RM3.49; the rest moved by single-digit ringgit or less. Also restructured to our listicle standard: a direct answer with today’s price now sits at the top, each pick carries its own heading with the product name, and a buying-in-Malaysia section plus an FAQ answering real reader questions were added.
