Just the other day, I was having a discussion with Betty (27) at the Laundry Room located in the basement of our plaza and I was simply amazed how she took her cloth drying business so seriously. We came to an agreement by realizing that clothes depict our personalities. We want them to be clean and well protected while washing and a good dryer plays a major role in taking good care of our clothes. It prevents from shrinkage and ultimately avoids it from getting rough.
As soon as the discussion concluded, I rushed back to my home place and turned on my laptop. I made myself a warm cup of coffee and sat on my research table. While skimming through a number of product review websites, I realized that all what we talked at the laundry room turns out to be pretty much true. Choosing the right pick for your cloth washing and drying plays a significant role for all your wearable. It involves a number of factors such as features, pricing, pros and cons.
Therefore, to save you all from going through the hassle of performing an extensive research, I have studied and found out some of the most efficient brands on the market. Here is a list of some of the best heat pump, vented or condenser dryers arranged in chronological order. Make the pick which fits best to your needs. For recommended heat pump dryers only view this buying guide.
Best Tumble Dryers [Best heat pump, vented or condenser dryers]
1. The Panda Small Mini Compact Tumble Dryer 1.5 cu.ft. 110V (White and Black)
The Panda Small Compact Tumble Dryer is a secondary level drying machine for your clothes. It is a convenient and easy to use laundry dryer which you can easily adjust anywhere within a room.
With the Panda Tumble Dryer, you get an enjoyable cloth drying experience. It contains a single timer setting unit which allows you to set a single timer depending on the load you fill in.
Once, you have successfully dried the clothes up, all you will ever get in return is a warm and soft scented solution in return.
- It is an adorable design
- It is portable and you can carry it easily around
- It is lightweight and comes with removable lint filters
- It also includes mounted brackets so you can mount it on any wall of your choice
- It cuts down your electricity bill as it consumes less electric power
- The plastic tubing for the exhaust is not compatible with modern clothes dryer vents
- Drying time is considerably long.
FAQs
1) Will the vent/duct system work if my dryer is wall mounted?
With each Panda product, there is a wall mount kit pre-included with the complete package. The kit contains a number of items which may include wall hanging brackets, wall hanging hooks, exhaust connector and screws to fit the bracket in. Also, the kit includes an exhaust pipe but in case of a vent/duct system dryer, the need of an exhaust is unnecessary. If you wish to control the airflow out of the rooms the dryer is placed in, then an exhaust pipe can sure come in handy. In case, you want to attach the exhaust pipe fitting to your respective machine then, the fitting is approximately 8 inch in length and can easily be connected using an exhaust connector port given at the back of the machine.
2) How fast does the Panda Tumble Dryer can dry my clothes?
It can dry your clothes faster than any other tumble dryer on the market. But, to be more precise, it depends on the fabric, the type of cloth you are drying and the size of the garment. If we are talking about blue denim jeans here, it just might take around 20-40 minutes max on high settings. As far as the customer experiences are concerned, it is observed that irrespective of the type of cloth you are opting to dry within your Panda Tumble Dryer, it will not take anything more than 40 minutes. Whether you are drying Jeans, towels, bed sheets, woolen sweaters or any other fabric… 40 Minutes up top! And your cloth warm and fuzzy as it was never even wet.
3) Is this Tumble Dryer Easy to Use? Or Not?
It is, by far, one of the easiest Tumble dryer on the market. It is actually just a plug and play solution. The functions are quite catchy and once you get the hang of it, it will hardly take just a minute or two to set the preferences of drying your clothes as per your requirement.
2. LG WM3997HWA 4.3 Cu. ft. Ventless Steam Washer/Tumble Dryer Combination with TurboWash
While most washing/drying units takes time to completely wash and dry your clothes, The LG WM3997HWA takes only a 20 minutes cycle to completely clean your clothes.
It involves TurboWash Technology which enables the machine to clean larger loads within no time. Using steam, the machine dries up your cloth and displaces all dirt particles from fabric.
Prolonged steam drying also helps in making the fabric wrinkle free. It is an anti-vibrational unit which reduces noise and vibration to a considerable extent.
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- It is resistant to corrosion
- It removes 95% of common allergens
- The unit is designed with a stainless steel drum for durability and longevity
- It is a noise free machine
- It comes with a Turbo Wash for powerful cleaning
- It is certified by Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)
- Separate Parts are hard to found – Handle with care
- Not have a separate drying option. You can’t wash and dry simultaneously
3. Magic Chef MCSDRY1S 2.6 cu. ft. Laundry Dryer
Now we don’t usually come across as many good dryers as we seek, but there is one dryer that I find pretty amazing.
This is an efficient machine and the best part is, it adds a softening effect to all your clothes. It’s a reasonable device which does not require a lot of space and can easily fit anywhere inside your room. It comes with a time control feature, includes a PTC heating element and you can also mount it on the wall.
- This is an efficient machine
- Performs powerful and effective drying of clothes
- It is considerably reasonable in price
- It comes with a PTC Heating element
- Takes limited space and easily fits in anywhere
- Limited product – Delivery can take up to 2 to 4 months
- The dryer produces a consistent rhythmic noise
4. hOmeLabs Compact Laundry Dryer
Living in a small apartment can be hard, especially if you prefer to do your own laundry. With laundry appliances bulky and all, it is not surprising.
Good thing that the hOmeLabs Compact Laundry Dryer is perfect for those living in small apartments or dormitories. This compact dryer is an all in one solution for families who are tired of air drying their laundry but cannot afford a full-size machine.
With the dimension of 23.28 x 17.91 x 27.16 inches, this dryer fits easily in any tiny space while still capable of1400 watts of drying power and 9 pounds of load. The body itself is outfitted with a high-grade viewing window and a solid stainless steel tub that can last for a long time.
You can use the user-friendly mechanical dial that allows you to select how long you want to run your dryer or set the type of cycle that you want to use. There is, Cool Down, Heat Dry, Air Dry, Anti-Wrinkle, Warm, Auto Dry, and Timed Dry.
- Different drying cycle
- Compact build
- Quiet operation
- Not for big families
- Can only accommodate small loads
5. COSTWAY Electric Tumble Dryer, Sliver
Now this brand is not as recognized as expected, however, Costway Electric Tumble Dryer is yet the device that magically dries up all your clothes within no time.
It can hold up to 13lb worth of load capacity at a single instance. You can dry almost any kind of clothes in it from sheets to woolen fabrics, etc.
One of the good things about this cloth dryer is that it only occupies a limited space which makes it an optimistic cloth drying solution for apartments.
While drying is made easy with Costway, the machine does make a bit of a rattle and can be annoying if you are a person who prefers a peaceful environment. But, other than that, it can become a good home helper for you. So, if you haven’t made up of your mind yet! I can recommend you to make a purchase, don’t hesitate.
- It is a Brand New Quality Dryer
- It comes with Adjustable Time Control setting
- It has a see through window which allows you to monitor clothes as they dry up
- Filters are removable and you can easily clean them as per your preference
- It keep the fabric wrinkle free
- It can be a little noisy at times
- It can heat up over excessive use
6. Electrolux EFDE210TIW Tumble Dryer
Electrolux has been a household name in home appliances for years. So it is not surprising to see one on this list of best tumble dryers.
If you live in a small place, they don’t worry as the Electrolux EFDE210TIW is just at 4.0 cubic feet and will definitely fit in a small space.
Build wise it is sturdy enough with a solid body and a stainless steel drum. This dryer is also a Ventless Model, so installation is super easy. It is also stackable, so if you have a separate washer, you can stack them to save more space.
Like most modern dryers, this model also boasts different drying cycles. The Electrolux EFDE210TIW has a total of seven dry cycles and four temperatures for different kinds of loads. The control panel is user-friendly as well and equipped with IQ-Touch Control.
It also has a moisture sensor for more drying efficiency.
- Has a drum light for laundry monitoring
- You can set custom programs
- Stackable
- Deploys an end-of-cycle signal
- No steam options
- Does not have a drying rack
7. Bosch WTG86401UC 24″ 500 Series Compact Tumble Dryer
If you want a heavy-duty dryer, then the Bosch WTG86401U is a good pick.
The build is solid, and it is equipped with a stainless steel structured drum that can last for years. This 4 cubic feet dryer is stackable, so it will also definitely save you some space in your laundry area. It is also ventless, so there are no complications during installation.
This dryer has 15 dry cycles and 8 options for efficient drying. You can easily set the type of cycle that you want on its control dial, and large LED display.
This dryer has a 9 kilogram and 28 liters capacity and can manage heavier loads. Unfortunately, this dryer is a bit loud, so make sure to use it during the daytime.
- Stainless steel drum
- Has good energy rating for efficient power consumption
- Stackable
- Has no custom programs
- No steam option