AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier vs Argendon Shield 35P
Specs, prices, editor verdict, and who should buy which - compared side-by-side.
AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier (premium, $1,050) vs Argendon Shield 35P (mid, $373–$396) - different tools for different jobs (see the per-product details below).
Compared on 7 shared specs · same category (environment).
These are close picks. Both score in the same range. The right call depends on buyer profile - read the per-buyer recommendations below.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier | Argendon Shield 35P |
|---|---|---|
| price | $1,050 | $373–$396 |
| type | Whole-house / crawl-space dehumidifier (with condensate pump) | Crawl space / basement dehumidifier |
| capacity | 100 PPD at AHAM, up to 220 pints/day at saturation | 70 pints/day saturation (35 pints/day AHAM) |
| coverage | Up to 2,900 sq ft | Up to 1,000 sq ft |
| certification | cETL listed | ETL safety listed |
| drainage | Integrated condensate pump, continuous drainage | 6.5 ft gravity hose + built-in pump (19.6 ft lift) |
| dimensions | 23.8 x 14.7 x 17.9 in; 88 lb; 60 dBA; 33.8 to 104 F | 15.2 x 11.2 x 11.4 in, ~38 lbs |
| warranty | 6-year limited (first 2 years full coverage) | 5-year limited |
AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier also publishes: efficiency
Argendon Shield 35P also publishes: defrost, refrigerant
Who should buy which
Homeowners protecting a large basement, crawl space, or whole-house envelope from moisture, mold, and wood rot who want set-and-forget operation with a built-in pump.
You only need to dry a single room or small crawl space (the lower-cost HDi65 or Helios units are a better fit), or you want true HEPA or carbon air purification rather than moisture control.
Homeowners with a small damp crawl space or basement (up to ~1,000 sq ft) who want set-and-forget continuous drainage via a built-in pump at a compact size and lower price.
Your space is larger or wetter (step up to the AlorAir Helios MP55), or you only need to filter room-air particulates (an air purifier addresses that instead).
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Frequently asked
Which is better, the AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier or the Argendon Shield 35P?
They are closely matched on our scoring, so the right pick comes down to your priorities. The verdict and spec table above compare them on price, features, and who each one suits.
How much do they cost?
AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier: $1,050. Argendon Shield 35P: $373 to $396. Prices are verified against the manufacturer; check the live links for current pricing.
Who should buy which one?
AlorAir Sentinel HDi100 Whole-House Dehumidifier: Homeowners protecting a large basement, crawl space, or whole-house envelope from moisture, mold, and wood rot who want set-and-forget operation with a built-in pump. Argendon Shield 35P: Homeowners with a small damp crawl space or basement (up to ~1,000 sq ft) who want set-and-forget continuous drainage via a built-in pump at a compact size and lower price.
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