Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier

Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier

The innovative Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier is unique in that it actually does away with the typical collection tray used to store water accumulated via condensation. Instead, this model drains directly into a sink or out the window! More features of the BDH-550 are discussed below.

Appearance and Design

Unlike most dehumidifiers, the Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier features a sleek black and silver design that fits smoothly into kitchen or bathroom décor. It is approximately the size of a large toaster, measuring 15 x 21 x 12, which makes it relatively small in comparison to models with similar pint output rates. This reduced size is partially the result of the fact that the BDH-550 does not need to accommodate a water collection tray; most dehumidifiers are forced to include a large space in the design to fit such a tray inside, causing excessive bulkiness.

Functionality and Use

The Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier is a solid mid-size model that has received good reviews and appears to function well. It has a defroster option that allows the machine to self-correct if the refrigeration coil starts to ice over, which can save on time, energy and repair costs. The lack of a water collection tray means that the machine must always be located near some sort of drain; this can be inconvenient in areas of a house that are not properly set up, but in most cases the hose can simply be threaded out a window in these drain-less areas.

Model Limitations

Unfortunately, the Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier seems to have the short lifespan so commonly complained of among dehumidifier customers, and averages only a few years of use. In addition, noise production seems to be a significant issue. This is not a product that will be easy to situate near bedrooms or sleeping quarters, as it is loud enough to keep light sleepers awake during the night. In well-insulated locations such as a basement or attic noise shouldn’t present a problem, however.

Customer Service and Warranty

The Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier is sold with a 1-year limited manufacturer’s warranty, which unfortunately in most cases did not end up serving owners very well. Most customers reported frustration and disappointment with Royal Sovereign’s customer service. The pump seems to be the weakest part of this product’s design, and is unfortunately more difficult to replace than it would be in a different, standard model.

What Do Owners Say?

Buyers who have purchased the Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier are split evenly between very satisfied and very disappointed. In general, they report that the machine runs well and executes its purpose nicely for the first 6 -12 months of use, but quickly begins to wear out and cause problems after that. Disappointed customers are those who have been frustrated by premature malfunction and breakdowns, excessive noise, and inadequate performance.

In general, the Royal Sovereign BDH-550 55 Pint Dehumidifier appears to be a somewhat inconsistent model. As a result, it might be worthwhile to consider all of your dehumidifier options before choosing one.