Honeywell Home DHM065
#7 in Whole-homeFull review
For homes already on a Honeywell Home or Resideo system whose installer wants a matching ducted dehumidifier for a small to mid-size house.
Jackson Systems $1,494.62$1,494.62
The Honeywell Home DHM065 is the better dehumidifier overall, rated 3.0 to 2.3. The Honeywell Home DHM065 leads on value and efficiency. The Honeywell Home DHM065 costs $195.37 less ($1,494.62 vs $1,689.99).
Santa Fe Compact70
#10 in Whole-homeFull review
For crawlspaces and basements with little clearance where a full-size unit won’t fit; buyers with room should look at more efficient options.
Amazon $1,689.99$1,689.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Honeywell Home DHM065 for value ($28.69 per pint/day vs $38.63 per pint/day) and efficiency (2.2 L/kWh vs 2 L/kWh).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every whole-home dehumidifier; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Honeywell Home DHM065 | Santa Fe Compact70 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 40 $28.69 per pint/day | 5 $38.63 per pint/day |
| Efficiency 25% | 27 2.2 L/kWh | 11 2 L/kWh |
| Quiet 15% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 7 55 dB (maker rating) |
| Drainage 15% | 50 drains downhill through a hose | 50 drains downhill through a hose |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Smart 5% | 0 no app control | 0 no app control |
Specifications
| Honeywell Home DHM065 | Santa Fe Compact70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Capacity (2019 DOE) | 52.1 pints/day | 43.8 pints/day |
| Efficiency (IEF) | 2.2 L/kWh | 2 L/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | No |
| Energy use | 503 kWh/year | - |
| Coverage (maker) | - | 2,600 sq ft |
| Lowest operating temperature | 50 °F | 49 °F |
| Noise | - | 55 dB |
| Drainage and controls | ||
| Built-in pump | No | No |
| Drain hose outlet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi app | No | No |
| Auto restart after power cut | - | Yes |
| Auto defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Type | Whole-home | Whole-home |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-454B |
| Dimensions | 12.78 x 12.75 x 21.625 in | 12 x 12 x 21 in |
| Weight | 61 lb | 55 lb |
| Wheels | No | No |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Sealed-system warranty | 5 years | 6 years |