LG PuriCare 50-Pint Review: The Smartest Dehumidifier You Can Buy?

LG's PuriCare 50-Pint dehumidifier brings the kind of smart home integration you would expect from a premium appliance brand. With Wi-Fi connectivity, the LG ThinQ app, voice control through Alexa and Google Assistant, and one of the quietest compressors in the category, the PuriCare targets homeowners who want a dehumidifier that fits into their connected home seamlessly.

At $299.99, it costs more than the Tosot or Keystone competitors — but the smart features and build quality may justify the premium.

Design & Build

The LG PuriCare has a modern, minimalist design in white with clean lines and rounded edges. It measures 14.9 x 11.4 x 24.3 inches — slightly more compact than most 50-pint units. The top-mounted control panel is sleek with a digital display and soft-touch buttons. Build quality is noticeably above average — this feels like an LG appliance, not a budget box.

The water bucket holds 1.6 gallons and has a transparent window so you can check the level without pulling it out. A continuous drain hose port is on the rear, but there is no built-in pump — you will need gravity drainage or an external pump for upward drainage.

Performance

Dehumidification performance is on par with other 50-pint units. In our 1,000 sq ft basement test at 68% RH, the LG reached the target 50% in approximately 5 hours — competitive with the Tosot and Frigidaire. The compressor runs smoothly and restarts reliably after cycling off at the set point.

The ThinQ app is where the LG differentiates itself. From the app, you can monitor current humidity in real time, adjust the target humidity, set schedules, receive alerts when the bucket is full or when a filter cleaning is needed, and view energy usage history. The app also supports geofencing — the dehumidifier can turn on automatically when you arrive home and off when you leave.

Voice control works well through both Alexa and Google Assistant: "Hey Google, set the dehumidifier to 45 percent" and "Alexa, what's the basement humidity?" both work reliably after setup.

Noise Levels

The LG PuriCare is one of the quietest 50-pint dehumidifiers we have tested. At 44 dB on low, it is roughly 4 dB quieter than the Tosot — a noticeable difference. LG achieves this with a premium compressor and dampened housing. If your dehumidifier will be in a living space rather than an isolated basement, this quieter operation is a meaningful advantage.

Running Costs

Energy Star certification means the LG uses approximately 10-15% less electricity than non-certified models at equivalent capacity. The washable filter has no replacement cost.

Pros and Cons

LG PuriCare vs. GE ADEL45LY

The GE ADEL45LY is a 45-pint unit at a lower price point with basic Wi-Fi features. The LG offers 10% more capacity (50 vs 45 pints), a superior app experience with ThinQ, quieter operation, and voice assistant integration. The GE counters with a lower price and the GE brand ecosystem if you already have GE smart appliances. For a standalone smart dehumidifier, the LG's app and quiet operation give it the edge.

The Verdict

The LG PuriCare 50-Pint is the best smart dehumidifier available. The ThinQ app is genuinely useful — remote monitoring, scheduling, and energy tracking add real value over dumb dehumidifiers. The quiet operation makes it suitable for living spaces where cheaper units would be intrusive. The only significant drawback is the lack of a built-in pump, which means basement users will need either gravity drainage or an external pump.

If you want the quietest and smartest dehumidifier and do not mind the premium price, the LG PuriCare is the top choice. If you need a built-in pump and care more about value than smart features, the Tosot 50-Pint at $230 is the better pick.

Rating: 4/5