This arrived in perfect condition and quickly. I unboxed it and left it in an upright position for 24 hours BEFORE plugging it in to prevent compressor damage and extend the service life of the unit, as you should do with any product that has a compressor, to allow the oil to resettle back into the compressor from the lines due to movement during transit.It connected quickly to my Android smartphone via their app, available for free from the Play Store and integrated seamlessly with my Alexa ecosystem, which is robust to say the least. Easily turned on, off, raised and lowered the fan speed via voice, which is primarily what drove me to purchase this product. As a bonus, I had a small Govee remote sensor for temperature and humidity that paired with the unit to provide remote sensing capabilities, which was very handy when trying to keep a large space properly dehumidified.The app is easy to use and customer service is handled through the app, which is VERY nice and super convenient. I thought I had an issue with the compressor not turning on and off but via messaging through the chat in the app, they were able to see the log of the machine's components and determine it was my misunderstanding of how the Auto function worked.The unit itself works well to remove excess humidity from our home. With the unit on high and the relative humidity being 60%, it fills the tank in around 10 hours, making our home feel more comfortable at 74F and 52% RH than at 72F and 60% RH. It does emit heat though, as is the case with any dehumidifier, so mitigating that is simply a case of having the fan on our central AC unit come on for 15 minutes every hour to help move the dehumidified air and warmer air out of the room. We keep the unit in the living room, our largest room in our 1700 sqft. living space and it definitely helps keep the entire space more comfortable, again using the central air fan only function to move air around the entire space.The water tank is one of the largest I could find at 2 gallons. I didn't want to hang a hose out of the window to automatically drain the unit, but I did try out the auto drain function and it does work really well to pump the water out without the use of the integrated water tank, a nice feature for sure, especially if you have a floor drain or put the unit in close proximity of the window. The unit is easy to maintain - a washable filter screen on the back of the unit makes keeping the coils clean and the unit in top working condition a breeze.We are very happy with this purchase. We've had it up and running for about a month now and have already noticed shorter run times on the central AC due to not needing to crank the temperature down to get the 'stickiness' out of the air. We live in the 'deep south' on the coast and high humidity is just a way of life. This helps the house feel much more comfortable and that's important to us.

★★★★★Are you tired of your basement feeling like a damp dungeon straight out of a medieval horror movie? Do you find yourself wondering if creatures of the deep are lurking in the shadows? Fear not, for the GoveeLife Smart Dehumidifier has arrived to save the day (and your sanity)!First of all, let’s talk size. This dehumidifier is a beast – but in a good way! Covering up to 4,500 square feet, it’s like having a tiny superhero stationed in your basement, constantly battling humidity villains. It’s so efficient that I half expect it to don a cape and start calling itself “Captain Dry.”The auto humidity control is a game-changer. No more guessing games or fiddling with settings – this dehumidifier is smarter than my high school science teacher. It knows exactly what your basement needs and adjusts itself accordingly. I swear, it’s like it’s reading my mind (or at least my moisture levels).The drain hose and 2.0-gallon bucket are a match made in heaven. Whether you’re a hose person or a bucket enthusiast, this dehumidifier has got you covered. Personally, I’ve never been so excited to watch water drain away. It’s like a weirdly satisfying magic trick every time.And the WiFi feature? Absolute genius. I can now control my dehumidifier from my phone while lounging on the couch, sipping a margarita, and pretending I’m not a grown adult obsessed with humidity levels. It’s the pinnacle of modern convenience.Energy Star Most Efficient? More like “Energy Star Most Awesome.” This thing works tirelessly, day and night, without making a dent in my electric bill. I’m convinced it runs on good vibes and determination.In conclusion, the GoveeLife Smart Dehumidifier is not just a device – it’s a basement’s best friend. It’s reliable, efficient, and surprisingly entertaining. If your basement needs a hero, look no further. Five stars and a standing ovation from me and my now-dry basement!

3 months with no issues. App works 100% stable and connects every time. Bonus -- can adjust humidity by 1% increments in app. Humidifier control panel only allows 5% increment adjustments. App can set multiple schedules at different humidity on Auto. I set it to low 40% on Auto and it cycles on/off all day as follows: compressor + high fan -> compressor + low fan -> no compressor + low fan -> off. Only con is loud fan as most commented, but it dehumidifies really well. Keeps whole house in mid-40% humidity here in humid southeast Texas summer. Fan noise is smooth, not annoying. At night running in ensuite bathroom, fan sounds more like rain outside and doesn't wake me up. Probably can't sleep if setup in same room. Drains directly into bath tub with hose. Bucket remains bone dry so would never grow mold or mildew. Pretty much zero maintenance except for app's occasional reminder to clean filter.

Nice and good with a relievable app for IOs. Works good, little info how the smart mode works. I am using it in Miami and the humidity reached 70% and now we are around 50% in a house with one 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Really recommended.