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Meaco Arete Two, size by size.

Compare the 10L, 12L, 20L and 25L using Meaco's published figures at 20°C / 60% RH. The profiles below explain the real step-ups in extraction, input, airflow, tank size and physical bulk before you open a retailer.

Evidence status

This is specification-led research, not a hands-on review. Prices are deliberately omitted because they change; the conditions behind every extraction figure stay visible.

The useful comparison

What actually changes?

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Current manufacturer data checked 20 September 2026
Model20°C / 60% RH10°C / 60% RHRated inputMax airflowTankWeight
10L profile →4.19 L/day1.38 L/day136 W140 m³/h2.5 L10.7 kg
12L profile →5.40 L/day1.97 L/day136 W140 m³/h2.5 L10.9 kg
20L profile →8.50 L/day3.35 L/day207 W255 m³/h4.8 L15.1 kg
25L profile →10.85 L/day3.55 L/day250 W255 m³/h4.8 L16.1 kg

The 10L, 12L, 20L and 25L labels are not everyday collection promises. At 20°C / 60% RH, current published extraction ranges from 4.19 to 10.85 L/day. At 10°C / 60% RH it ranges from 1.38 to 3.55 L/day.

Exact-model profiles

Open the model you are actually considering.

Each profile includes the manufacturer's normal- and cold-condition figures, dimensions, limitations, comparison links and a clearly labelled retailer exit.

01 · Arete Two

10L

A single room, studio, flat or lighter one-to-two-bedroom-home moisture job where compact dimensions, a low fan setting and wall-mount compatibility matter.

Normal-condition extraction
4.19 L/day
Rated input
136 W
25p/kWh example
3.40p/hour
Read the 10L profile
02 · Arete Two

12L

Flats and small homes with recurring condensation or indoor laundry where the compact chassis, 140 m³/h maximum airflow and wall-mount option are useful.

Normal-condition extraction
5.40 L/day
Rated input
136 W
25p/kWh example
3.40p/hour
Read the 12L profile
03 · Arete Two

20L

Larger or multi-room moisture jobs, regular laundry and households that value higher airflow and a larger tank more than compact dimensions or wall mounting.

Normal-condition extraction
8.50 L/day
Rated input
207 W
25p/kWh example
5.17p/hour
Read the 20L profile
04 · Arete Two

25L

Persistent high moisture loads, frequent laundry or a larger managed area where faster recovery is worth comparing against the 20L's lower rated input.

Normal-condition extraction
10.85 L/day
Rated input
250 W
25p/kWh example
6.25p/hour
Read the 25L profile

Decision order

Start with the job, not the litre badge.

Measure temperature and humidity first. Decide whether a compressor dehumidifier suits the room. Then compare capacity, airflow, tank size, noise and equal-condition input.

A higher-capacity model can draw more power while running yet finish an intensive task sooner. That is why the profiles show an hourly rated-input example without presenting it as a prediction of monthly cost.

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