I got this model as a replacement for my previous dehumidifier. I like the hose connection in the back of the unit. It is easier to hook a hose to the unit with out having an adapter that plugs up like my previous unit. The dehumidifier is very quiet. I have my office in the same room as the unit and it does not both much for phone conversations and meetings. The noise is surprisingly like having just a fan running. There is a humidity setting on top but its not very accurate. I need to set the humidity about 10% higher than what I want the room humidity. I like the filter reminder light that come on when the filter needs cleaning. I am not good about taking care of the unit. I pretty much just let it run and look at it if it needs to be cleaned.