BLACK+DECKER BDM50PWCDA with Pump
#10 in LargeFull review
An efficient 50-pint basement unit with a pump and both hoses included, for spaces where water has to drain uphill.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The BLACK+DECKER BDM50PWCDA with Pump rates 3.2 among large dehumidifiers; the BLACK+DECKER BDM36WCDA rates 3.1 among medium ones. The BLACK+DECKER BDM36WCDA costs $70 less ($229.99 vs $299.99).
BLACK+DECKER BDM36WCDA
#3 in MediumFull review
A plain, efficient mid-size dehumidifier for a damp room or small basement. Its low cabinet suits tight spots.
Amazon $229.99$229.99
Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (large and medium), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | BLACK+DECKER BDM50PWCDA with Pump | BLACK+DECKER BDM36WCDA |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 44 $6.01 per pint/day | 61 $6.32 per pint/day |
| Efficiency 25% | 51 2 L/kWh | 51 2 L/kWh |
| Quiet 15% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Drainage 15% | 100 built-in pump drains up to a sink or window | 50 drains downhill through a hose |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Smart 5% | 0 no app control | 0 no app control |
Specifications
| BLACK+DECKER BDM50PWCDA with Pump | BLACK+DECKER BDM36WCDA | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Capacity (2019 DOE) | 50 pints/day | 36.4 pints/day |
| Efficiency (IEF) | 2 L/kWh | 2 L/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | Yes |
| Energy use | 520 kWh/year | 383 kWh/year |
| Coverage (maker) | 4,500 sq ft | 3,000 sq ft |
| Drainage and controls | ||
| Bucket | 12.7 pints | 10.6 pints |
| Built-in pump | Yes | No |
| Drain hose outlet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi app | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Dimensions | 20 x 18.8 x 9.9 in | 15.9 x 18.5 x 8.9 in |
| Weight | 42.1 lb | 33.7 lb |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |