KNKA Energy
By KNKA · Dehumidifiers · Home & Workspace
- Max 74 pints/day moisture removal
- 5,000 sq ft coverage
- 1.45 gallon tank
- 40-45 dB noise level
- 11.14D x 14.17W x 20.87H inches
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Summary
A budget large-capacity compressor dehumidifier sold direct by KNKA, rated 74 pints a day for basements up to 5,000 sq ft. There are no independent tests or owner reports yet, so treat the noise and capacity figures as manufacturer claims and check which tank size you need before buying.
Strengths
- Removal rate is published at two test conditions, not just the best-case headline number.
- Lists ENERGY STAR, CARB, FCC, CE and ROHS marks.
- Continuous-drain hose and a washable filter cut down on emptying and upkeep.
- Three modes, a 12-hour timer and a child lock cover most basement needs.
- Sells direct with free shipping and a free 2.64-gallon external tank at checkout.
- KNKA states a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects.
Weaknesses
- No independent instrumented test of this model was found.
- No owner threads or retailer Q&A turned up, so durability is unproven.
- The same product page lists the tank as both 1.45 and 1.06 gallons.
- The model number PD30MA-20 is reused on listings of different capacity.
- Weight, power draw and refrigerant are not published for this model.
- KNKA’s coverage claims are loosely controlled; its FAQ contradicts a product page on a smaller model.
Verified specifications
| Model | PD30MA-20 (“KNKA Energy Star 5000 Sq.Ft Dehumidifier for Basement, Max 74 Pint/Day”). |
|---|---|
| Brand and finish | KNKA, white, for residential use. |
| Capacity | 74 pints/day at 95°F/95% RH; 56 pints/day at 86°F/80% RH, both manufacturer-stated test conditions. |
| Coverage | up to 5,000 sq ft, a manufacturer claim. |
| Tank | 1.45 gallons in the spec table and bullets; the same page’s details block says 1.06 gallons. |
| Noise | 40-45 dB claimed; the humidity display and indicator lights can be turned off. |
| Dimensions | 11.14 × 14.17 × 20.87 in. |
| Modes | AUTO (default 50% RH), DRY for clothes, SETTING from 30 to 80% RH. |
| Timer and lock | 12-hour timer, child lock. |
| Drainage | built-in tank plus a 6.56 ft (2 m) hose for continuous drainage; an optional 2.64 gal external tank is sold separately, and full-tank shut-off covers both tanks. |
| Filter | removable, washable and reusable; 360-degree casters and built-in cord storage. |
| Certifications listed | ENERGY STAR, CARB, FCC, CE, ROHS. |
| In the box | 3-prong grounded cord, drain hose, washable filter, water tank and user manual. |
Full research notes and sources
Capacity and coverage claims
KNKA publishes the removal rate at two conditions: 74 pints a day at 95°F/95% RH and 56 pints a day at 86°F/80% RH. The first is the headline number; the second is closer to a real basement. The 5,000 sq ft coverage figure is KNKA’s own and no test confirms it, and the brand’s coverage claims are not tightly controlled: its FAQ says the smaller PD22sc covers about 430 sq ft while that model’s page says 2,500 sq ft.
Running costs, parts and warranty
There is no published wattage for this model, so electricity use is hard to estimate before you buy. What you can control is maintenance: the filter is washable, the drain hose lets you skip emptying, and the external tank adds capacity. KNKA states a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects, with support for purchases from both its own site and its storefront. There is no exact-model parts catalog; the site’s parts category lists air purifier filters and the 2.64-gallon external tank only, and the service card page lists a D032 dehumidifier instruction card whose PDF was not retrievable. For context, KNKA’s 34-pint PD22SC sells for $155.55 on the same site.
What the listings don’t tell you
Two things to watch. The product page lists the tank as 1.45 gallons in its spec table and bullets but 1.06 gallons in its details block, and KNKA does not say which is right. The model number PD30MA-20 is reused across listings of different capacity: the same name appears on an 80-pint/4,500 sq ft RainbowSense page and on a 5,500 sq ft manual listing. No independent instrumented test of this model was found, and no owner discussion turned up either, so the noise and durability figures rest on the manufacturer’s claims alone.
Is it worth it?
The feature set matches machines that cost more. The catch is that nothing independent backs up the noise or removal-rate claims, and there is no parts catalog or owner track record for this exact model. Above roughly $250, established brands with a service history are easier to justify.
Which model this is
This page covers the KNKA Energy Star 5,000 sq ft dehumidifier, model PD30MA-20, in white. The Amazon listing is ASIN B0H8DBW6YH. Don’t merge it with the 80-pint/4,500 sq ft RainbowSense unit or the 5,500 sq ft manual listing, which share the model number.
Sources
Manufacturer:
- KNKA 74-pint dehumidifier product page (PD30MA-20)
- KNKA frequently asked questions (warranty, support, troubleshooting)
- KNKA service card page
- KNKA product sitemap
Independent reviews:
- No independent instrumented test of this model was found.
Owner reports:
- No owner threads or retailer Q&A were found for this model.
Manuals and listings:
