Best Dri-Eaz Dehumidifiers in 2026: 3 Picks Compared on Specs
For most restoration work, the lead pick is the Dri-Eaz LGR 7000XLi. Its listing pairs the LGR type with a pump and a commercial label, and the product name notes the 29-gallon collection capacity, so it is the pick that covers continuous drainage on big drying jobs. This guide compares the three Dri-Eaz LGR dehumidifiers in the current catalog on the specifications each listing actually states: LGR type, pump, commercial label, and pint-per-day capacity where given. No member of the staff has used these units; the order comes from the stated specs and the maker's catalog.
3 picks from 3 dehumidifiers that match this guide with a price we can quote today, made by 32 makers. Prices below are live, each shown with the time it was read.
Quick list
| # | Pick | Dehumidifier | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best overall | Dri-Eaz LGR 7000XLi Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump F412 | $3,499.99 (as of 10/24/2026 12:32 PDT - Details) |
| 2 | Best stated capacity | Dri-Eaz LGR 2800i Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump | |
| 3 | Best simple LGR | Dri-Eaz LGR 3500i Dehumidifier | $4,750.21 (as of 10/24/2026 12:32 PDT - Details) |
Which one is right for you?
- For restoration crews that need continuous drainage: If you want to run a dehumidifier overnight after a flood and have the condensate move itself to a drain, the LGR 7000XLi combines the pump, commercial listing and 29-gallon collection capacity noted in its product name. See pick 1
- For teams that size jobs by pint capacity: The LGR 2800i is the pick with a stated capacity range of 100 to 149 pints per day, so you can match it to the dampness level of the space. See pick 2
- For a simpler LGR setup without a pump: The LGR 3500i is the pick in the pool whose listing does not include a pump, which may be enough when you already have a condensate plan. See pick 3
All 3 picks in detail
1 Best overall
Dri-Eaz LGR 7000XLi Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump F412
- Type
- LGR
- Pump included
- Yes
- Commercial or industrial
- Yes
$3,499.99 (as of 10/24/2026 12:32 PDT - Details)
This is the pick that combines the LGR type, a pump, a commercial listing and a 29-gallon collection capacity named in the product title. Compared with the LGR 2800i, it does not state a pint-per-day range, but it covers the continuous drainage job that the LGR 3500i, with no pump listed, cannot.
Pros
- Pump listed in specs, so condensate can be drained rather than emptied by hand
- Marked commercial in the listing
- Product name states a 29-gallon collection capacity
Cons
- Pint-per-day capacity is not stated in the specs
- Dimensions, weight and low-temperature range are not stated by the seller
Good fit if
- Contractors drying flooded basements or commercial spaces who want a pump for continuous drainage
- Crews that want a commercial-marked Dri-Eaz LGR with the collection capacity shown in the name
Skip if
- Anyone who needs a stated pints-per-day number to size the job
- A household user who just wants a small portable unit
Verdict: The lead all-around Dri-Eaz pick here because the pump, commercial label and 29-gallon nameplate cover continuous restoration drying.
2 Best stated capacity
Dri-Eaz LGR 2800i Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump
- Pints per day
- 100 to 149 pints
- Type
- LGR
- Pump included
- Yes
- Commercial or industrial
- Yes
Among the three, this is the pick with a stated capacity range: 100 to 149 pints per day. That gives you a number to match against room size and dampness using the standard pint scale from ENERGY STAR. It also lists a pump and a commercial label, and therefore covers continuous drainage in a way the LGR 3500i cannot.
Pros
- Stated capacity of 100 to 149 pints per day, a capacity range that no other pick lists
- Pump listed in specs
- Marked commercial in the listing
Cons
- Collection capacity in gallons is not stated
- Dimensions, weight and energy efficiency values are not stated by the seller
Good fit if
- Restoration teams that size equipment by pints per day
- Any job where a pumped drain is useful and you want a capacity number you can defend
Skip if
- If you want the 29-gallon collection capacity shown for another pick
- If you do not need a stated capacity and prefer a simpler LGR unit
Verdict: The pick to reach for when your drying plan relies on a stated pint-per-day capacity.
3 Best simple LGR
Dri-Eaz LGR 3500i Dehumidifier
- Type
- LGR
- Pump included
- Yes
- Commercial or industrial
- Yes
$4,750.21 (as of 10/24/2026 12:32 PDT - Details)
This is the pick with no pump listed and no commercial label, the straightforward option among the three. The LGR 2800i and LGR 7000XLi both add pumped drainage plus commercial designation, leaving the 3500i for crews that handle condensate separately.
Pros
- Listed as LGR type, the same class as the other picks
- No pump listed, so no separate pumped-drain setup if you do not need one
- No commercial label, which keeps the specification sheet minimal
Cons
- No pint-per-day capacity stated
- No pump listed in specs
- Not marked commercial in the listing
Good fit if
- Crews that manage condensate separately or run a manifold system
- Buyers who want the Dri-Eaz LGR class without the pump
Skip if
- Anyone who needs pumped drainage to a floor drain
- Anyone who wants a commercial-marked listing
Verdict: A no-frills LGR choice when the pump and commercial label are not what you need.
Specs compared
| # | Dehumidifier | Pints per day | Area (sq ft) | Type | Whole house | Pump included | Drain hose included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dri-Eaz LGR 7000XLi Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump F412 | not stated | not stated | LGR | not stated | Yes | not stated |
| 2 | Dri-Eaz LGR 2800i Commercial Dehumidifier with Pump | 100 to 149 pints | not stated | LGR | not stated | Yes | not stated |
| 3 | Dri-Eaz LGR 3500i Dehumidifier | not stated | not stated | LGR | not stated | Yes | not stated |
How we chose these
The seller's catalog for Dri-Eaz contains three LGR dehumidifiers, so this guide covers all three. The order is based on the specifications stated in each listing: LGR type, pump, commercial label, and pint-per-day capacity where given. Prices on this page are live prices from the store listing at page load, so no price comparisons are made. No one on the staff has used these units; the choices are drawn from the maker's published specifications and the catalog.
What to look for
What LGR type tells you in the listing
All three picks in this pool are LGR-type dehumidifiers in the catalog. In DOE's regulations, a dehumidifier is a self-contained assembly with a refrigerated surface that condenses moisture from the air, and that is the technology class these LGR machines belong to. In the Dri-Eaz catalog, LGR is the type used across the brand's refrigerant dehumidifiers; the label alone does not give you a capacity number or a pump status, so keep reading the rest of the specs.
For this guide, the practical point is simple: the three picks are all the same LGR class, so the real differences are the pump, the commercial label and whether capacity is stated.
Pump or no pump: continuous drainage matters
ENERGY STAR's buying guidance notes that some dehumidifiers come with a fitting that lets you run a hose from the unit to a floor drain or sump pump so you do not have to empty a bucket. In this pool, the LGR 7000XLi and the LGR 2800i both list a pump in their specs; the LGR 3500i does not. For overnight drying after water damage, a pumped unit with a hose to a drain is usually the safer choice, because no one has to return to empty a tank.
If your crew already handles condensate separately, a unit without a listed pump such as the LGR 3500i may be enough. The listing for the 3500i does not state how it collects condensate, so confirm that detail with the seller before relying on it.
Capacity: pints per day and what it means
ENERGY STAR and DOE define capacity as the amount of water a dehumidifier can remove over 24 hours under the DOE measurement procedure, reported in pints per day. DOE now evaluates portable dehumidifiers at 65 degrees Fahrenheit, which is cooler than the old 80-degree condition, so a modern capacity number can look smaller than an older Dri-Eaz number while doing comparable work.
One pick in this pool states a capacity: the LGR 2800i lists 100 to 149 pints per day. The LGR 7000XLi and LGR 3500i do not give a pint range in the specs. ENERGY STAR advises oversizing rather than undersizing when you replace a unit.
Commercial labels and long-run drying
The LGR 7000XLi and LGR 2800i are marked commercial in their listings. The LGR 3500i is not. Between the three picks, the commercial label is the closest thing the specs provide to a duty classification: none of the listings states a runtime limit, a duty cycle or an endurance figure, so use the label as a signal rather than a measured number.
For jobs that go on for days, a commercial-marked pick with a pump is the conservative choice. For occasional drying work, the non-commercial LGR 3500i still belongs to the same refrigerant class.
Using a Dri-Eaz unit to keep moisture in check
EPA's guidance is that the key to mold control is moisture control, and that water-damaged areas should be dried within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold growth. CDC recommends keeping indoor humidity no higher than 50% and says an air conditioner or dehumidifier can help. UMN Extension suggests a dehumidifier in a damp basement as part of a moisture-control routine.
An LGR-class dehumidifier is a tool for exactly that fast, sustained drying. Pair it with the EPA and CDC cleanup steps: fix the water source, remove what cannot be cleaned and dry the rest quickly.
Questions
Are these Dri-Eaz dehumidifiers meant for homes or for restoration work?
All three picks are LGR-type dehumidifiers from Dri-Eaz, a brand known for water-damage restoration equipment. Two of the three listings are marked commercial, and the product names and specs point to restoration use. A household user who simply wants to keep a damp basement below 50% humidity would typically look at portable household dehumidifiers; these Dri-Eaz units are aimed at structural drying jobs.
Which of the picks have a condensate pump?
The LGR 7000XLi and the LGR 2800i both list a pump in their specs. The LGR 3500i does not. With a pump, you can route condensate through a hose to a floor drain or another discharge point so the unit can run without someone emptying a bucket. The 3500i's condensate setup is not stated by the seller.
What pint capacities are stated in the listings?
The LGR 2800i states a capacity: 100 to 149 pints per day. The LGR 7000XLi and LGR 3500i do not list a pint-per-day range in their specs. Capacity is the amount of water removed in 24 hours under the DOE measurement procedure, and ENERGY STAR recommends choosing a unit that is somewhat larger than the minimum estimate for the space.
Why can a modern Dri-Eaz pint capacity look lower than an older one?
DOE changed the dehumidifier measurement procedure and began evaluating portable units at 65 degrees Fahrenheit instead of 80 degrees to reflect basement conditions. Cooler air holds less moisture, so a unit measured under the new procedure can show a lower pint-per-day number even if it does the same work as an older model. ENERGY STAR's capacity page explains the change and gives rough correlations between old and new capacity numbers.
Will these LGR units work in a cold basement?
ENERGY STAR notes that frost can form on condensing coils when air temperature drops below 65 degrees Fahrenheit, which can make the compressor cycle without removing moisture. That is why low-temperature performance and anti-frost sensors matter. None of the three listings here states a low-temperature operating range or an anti-frost feature, so that specification is not stated by the seller.
Do I need a drain or hose to use these units?
On the pumped models, the LGR 7000XLi and LGR 2800i, you can direct condensate to a drain rather than collecting it in a bucket, in line with the hose-and-drain fittings ENERGY STAR describes. The LGR 3500i has no listed pump, and its collection method is not stated by the seller, so check that detail before planning a long unattended run.
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