New dehumidifier or ...

[IFallsRon]

I'm in the market for a new dehumidifier for the basement. I'm asking the current unit to do twice the job for the space it was originally purchased to tend.

My general experience is that the dehumidifier does its intended function but gives off enough heat in return to make the given space uncomfortable as the outside temperature rises.

Would I be better off buying a "remote" air conditioner that I can vent to the outside, getting reduced humidity and cold air in return?

[fishandshroom]

Need more info. What a c system do you have? Do you have an erv or hrv? Mabey just put some return in the basement. Explain more.