As a homes journalist, I’ve witnessed first-hand the effect that soaring energy bills and chilly winters have had on the heated airer vs dehumidifier debate and why so many people are looking for thrifty alternatives to tumble dryers.
On paper, however, the best heated airers and the best dehumidifiers are two very different appliances. Heated airers are specifically designed to dry clothes thanks to the heated bars or pods directly drying the garments by evaporating the moisture within, while dehumidifiers are - by default - are designed tackle damp and condensation in a home.
