Whirlpool WHAD251AW specs
Whirlpool WHAD251AW is an ENERGY STAR certified portable dehumidifier that removes 24.8 pints per day at 1.85 L/kWh.
Whirlpool WHAD251AW is a portable dehumidifier listed at 24.8 pints per day (higher than 42% of the 563 certified ones) with an integrated energy factor of 1.85 L/kWh.
Official specs
| Water removal capacity | 24.8 pints/day |
|---|---|
| Efficiency (IEF) | 1.85 L/kWh |
| Annual energy use | 283 kWh/yr |
| Type | Portable Dehumidifier |
| Refrigerant | HFC-32 (GWP:675 | Lower GWP) |
| Refrigerant charge | 3.5 oz |
| Connected | No |
| Noise level | n/c |
| ENERGY STAR certified | 2025-09-16 |
Similar dehumidifiers
| Model | Capacitypints/day | Efficiency (IEF)L/kWh | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whirlpool WHAD251AW this page | 24.8 | 1.85 | Portable |
| LEVOIT LDH-H251S-WUS | 24.5 | 1.88 | Portable |
| Frigidaire FHDD2233Y1 | 22.3 | 1.7 | Portable |
| hOmeLabs HME0089 | 32.5 | 2.01 | Portable |
Skip it if
- Your space is wet or very damp: ENERGY STAR’s chart reaches 50+ pints per day for wet conditions, and this model lists 24.8.
- You want Wi-Fi control: the listing shows no connected feature.
- Efficiency is your priority: its IEF is 1.85 L/kWh and 69% of certified dehumidifiers list a higher figure.
How it ranks in the ENERGY STAR list
- water removal capacity: 24.84 — rank 323 of 563 certified dehumidifier models (higher is better).
- integrated energy factor (IEF): 1.85 — rank 391 of 563 certified dehumidifier models (higher is better).
- annual energy use: 283 — rank 180 of 563 certified dehumidifier models (lower is better).
Ranks compare this model with every dehumidifier in the ENERGY STAR dataset (2026-11-06), not with products on sale today.
Reading these specs
- Capacity
- Water removed per day in pints, using the ENERGY STAR / DOE test point listed in the dataset.
- IEF
- Integrated Energy Factor in liters of water removed per kWh. Higher is more efficient.
- Type
- Portable or whole-home, as listed.
Noise level is not part of the ENERGY STAR dataset, so it shows as n/c. Check the maker’s own specification sheet for decibels.
Where to buy
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Frequently asked questions
How many pints per day does the Whirlpool WHAD251AW remove?
ENERGY STAR lists 24.8 pints per day. Capacity depends on the test point used, so compare models only on the same basis. For sizing, use the maker’s room-size rating as the baseline, then account for ceiling height and how often doors or windows are open, and plan where the unit will drain.
How efficient is the Whirlpool WHAD251AW?
The listed integrated energy factor is 1.85 L/kWh, with annual energy use of 283 kWh. A higher IEF removes more water per kWh.
Is the Whirlpool WHAD251AW portable, and how loud is it?
It is listed as a portable dehumidifier. Noise level is not part of the ENERGY STAR dataset (n/c); see the maker’s specifications for decibels.
Sources
- ENERGY STAR certified dehumidifier data, record 4499035 (data.energystar.gov, dataset mgiu-hu4z, updated 2026-11-06)
- ENERGY STAR product guidance for dehumidifiers
We compile and compare published data; we do not run our own product tests. See How We Compare.