Best tumble dryers

Dryers help to easily and compactly place the washed laundry, they are easily assembled and installed in any free space. Variety sometimes confronts users with a difficult choice: which device is better to buy? The experts of our rating tried today to analyze this issue in detail and presented the best dryers for clothes in four nominations. The rating considers floor, wall, ceiling and electrical structures, as well as recommendations for selection.

Dryer manufacturers

By focusing on the brand, buyers are counting on durable designs, as manufacturers often advertise. However, the project team expertpro.techinfus.com/en/ recommends paying attention to little-known brands that are developing in a targeted direction, paying more attention to targeted goods. Among all brands, experts have selected the best 12, presenting them with brief characteristics:

• Nika - a manufacturer that has been producing household goods since 1998, supplying them to Kazakhstan, Moldova, Belarus and Kyrgyzstan. The brand offers stepladders, ladders, dryers, leisure furniture and household goods in a fairly large assortment.
• Rosenberg Rus Is a trade mark that produces household goods, souvenirs, tableware and textiles since 2004. The brand belongs to the German company Reuter GmbH, has more than 6,000 product names, offering flexible prices and a wide range of models.
• Vileda Is another representative from Germany that has been producing cleaning equipment, household chemicals and personal hygiene items since 1960. The company offers a wide range of different products and occupies high positions in the Russian market.
• Hausmann - a manufacturer from Austria producing household goods. The range of the company includes ironing boards, cleaning items, clothes dryers and other goods for home and leisure.
• Leifheit Is a brand from Germany that has been producing cleaning products, kitchen tools and household goods for over 50 years. The company has been named one of the leading suppliers in Europe and Leifheit has manufacturing facilities in Germany, France and the Czech Republic.
• Brabantia Is the oldest trade mark from Holland, founded in 1919 and producing metal products. Brabantia's products include groceries, tableware, souvenirs and household accessories.
• Brio - a manufacturer from Sweden, which is part of the large German concern Ravensburger. The company produces toys for children, goods and accessories for the home, which are offered both as separate items and in sets, which significantly expands their field of application.
• Gimi Is a representative from Italy who was registered in 1970 and is considered one of the leading manufacturers of targeted home products. The company is branded in ironing boards and tumble dryers, but is also expanding with ladders, bags and trolleys.
• Lakmet Is a Russian manufacturer that produces only large assortment of clothes dryers. The company has existed since 1999, has a large production capacity and offers a wide range of products for streets and living quarters.
• Red Cat Is a brand from Russia that produces toys and products for babies.The company offers sports goods, kits for creativity, construction sets and products for the care of young children, among which there are electric dryers for clothes.
• Hotter Is another Russian trade mark that produces small household appliances and accessories. The company was founded in 1996, since then it has been actively developing and has production facilities in China, which in no way affects the good quality of the goods.
• Alcona Is a Russian manufacturer of ceiling-mounted clothes dryers producing innovative new generation devices. Among the company's products there are electronic dryers, remote control devices and other equally interesting models.

Rating of clothes dryers

Experts took part in the formation of the rating, who gave independent marks to the nominees. Testing, which was also carried out by the Viborexperta.ru team, helped to fully disassemble the pros and cons of the presented devices. The selection of nominees for the rating was based on the following criteria:

• Design features;
• Material;
• Dimensions;
• Load;
• Safety of use;
• Distance between rods;
• Price.

Feedback from real people who have used dryers for a long time was also taken into account. All this allowed for the compilation of complete, informative reviews of the best tumble dryers, in all categories presented.

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The best floor-standing tumble dryers

Floor structures are simple devices that do not require additional fastening and installation, being installed directly on the floor. These are the simplest dryers that you can freely buy at every hardware store or order in the online market. In the category, the experts reviewed the four best nominees.

Nika 20 m

The floor-mounted folding clothes dryer is made of metal-plastic. It has a fairly simple mechanism, is able to withstand up to 17 kg of weight and unfolds to a length of up to two meters. The design provides three working zones, one central and two lateral. If necessary, the two side elements can be folded out and then small knitted items can be dried on them so that they do not wrinkle. The total length of all rods reaches 20 meters, which allows you to place a large amount of laundry, and when folded, the thickness of the device does not exceed 5 cm, so the dryer can be easily hidden in a closet or closet.

Advantages

• Anti-corrosion coating;
• Rubber anti-slip pads on the legs;
• Strong rods;
• Low price.

disadvantages

• A light weight;
• Inconvenient folding mechanism.

The disadvantages are the light weight and instability of the dryer, because if you touch it, you can easily overturn. Also, some refer to the disadvantages of the inconvenient folding mechanism, which is made on the principle of "runners".

Rosenberg Rus-395010

The Rosenberg vertical tumble dryer has five drying zones and can be expanded to a five-level tall structure. It is made of metal, the working length of the rods reaches 15 meters, plus the model is able to withstand up to 10 kg of damp laundry. The main exclusiveness of this device, users consider the convenience of the design. It folds easily to a compact size, fits into a narrow cabinet and does not take up much space. The width of each folding wing does not exceed 55 cm, and the weight of the dryer is only 3 kg, which makes it easy to transport if necessary.

Advantages

• Robust construction;
• Three tiers;
• High quality paintwork;
• Holes for hangers.

disadvantages

• Complex construction;
• May rust over time.

This type of dryer is called "liana", it can be easily placed in a small apartment in a small space. The low price is also considered an advantage and is positively noted by many buyers.

Vileda Mixer 3

The Vileda dryer is also made of metal, with three main shelves and a foldable design.The working length of this device reaches 30 meters, which is quite a lot, but users can fold it out halfway. Vileda is stable and has a relatively large weight (almost 4 kg.), This allows you to use it anywhere (at home, on the street) without fear of overturning. The legs are equipped with wheels, so the dryer can be freely moved on any surface, and the special rubberized material from which they are made will not scratch the floor.

Advantages

• There are fasteners for socks;
• Hanger holders;
• Anti-corrosion coating;
• Withstands heavy loads.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Thin rods.

Buyers do not recommend hanging too heavy things on one shelf, since the rods begin to bend under pressure. Also among the shortcomings is the price, which can be called overpriced.

Hausmann Arcturus 22m

The practical and compact floor-standing tumble dryer from Hausmann has a load capacity of 35 kg. It has a standard design (like a table), five working areas and is made of metal. The weight of the dryer can also be called large (5 kg), so users find this model very stable. Its height reaches 85 cm, which allows you to place long items vertically, on hangers or clothespins. The side fenders can be folded and folded easily, but they need to be folded out until they click to give the device a more stable position.

Advantages

• Strong rods;
• Anti-shock compensator;
• Anti-slip pads;
• Easy movement of the sidewalls.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Takes up a lot of space.

The Hausmann work surface reaches 22 meters, which is quite a lot. Also, buyers positively note the simplicity and convenience of the design, however, when unfolded, the dryer takes up a lot of space.

Best wall mounted tumble dryers

Wall mounted devices are easy to operate. They can be installed on any surface, can have a folding mechanism and are relatively inexpensive, which is why such models are very popular. In this category, experts at expertpro.techinfus.com/en/ reviewed the three best dryers, which were selected among a dozen analogues.

Leifheit Telegant Plus 100

Compact folding dryer from Leifheit made of metal-reinforced plastic. It is suitable for installation in the bathroom, in the kitchen or on the balcony, it will be indispensable in small apartments and can withstand up to 5 kg of weight. The length of the structure is 1 meter, and the weight does not even reach two kilograms, so it is quite easy to move the dryer. The folding mechanism of this model is quite simple, if necessary, it can be extended using the built-in bracket and also easily folds, which additionally allows the rods to always remain clean.

Advantages

• Good build quality
• Ease of operation;
• Long warranty;
• Stainless rods.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Small work surface.

Leifheit Telegant has eight plastic strings, 100 cm each, which is not that much in comparison with similar models. Buyers also do not recommend overloading the device to prevent the rods from bursting.

Brabantia 22 m

This extendable clothes dryer is equipped with an automatic rope extension system, making it easy to unfold. Compact, lightweight, it does not take up much space in the bathroom, kitchen or balcony, and the anti-corrosion coating protects the device from rust. The total working length of the ropes reaches 22 meters. The maximum load on the strings is 12 kg, however experts do not recommend overloading the device as the tension ropes are quite thin. Brabantia is no more than half a meter long, when folded, this dryer is invisible and looks very stylish.

Advantages

• Low weight;
• Ease of use;
• Quality materials;
• Automatic fixing system.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Thin threads.

Thanks to its good tension, the Brabantia can be easily attached between two walls, and the ropes can stretch up to 4.5 meters. However, in this model, experts negatively note the very high price set by the manufacturer.

Brio Super 120

A fairly simple dryer from Brio can hold up to 10 kg of washed laundry. It is made of metal, has five drying strings and unfolds very easily, according to the "accordion" principle. The width of the structure and its working length allow you to hang fairly large things. However, to do this, it will need to be fixed under the ceiling, so when placing the linen, you will need to stand on an additional support. The rods are durable, do not sag, and if necessary, they can be wiped off dust.

Advantages

• Robust construction;
• Epoxy powder coating;
• Simple installation;
• Low price.

disadvantages

• No fasteners included;
• No anti-corrosion coating.

According to experts, there is a possibility of corrosion, especially at the joints of sliding structural elements. Also, the disadvantages include the lack of fasteners, so it is recommended to buy it separately.

Best ceiling tumble dryers

Ceiling mounted models are used primarily on balconies and bathrooms. They do not attract attention, have brackets for lowering the work surface and are suitable for drying bulky items. In this category, two models were considered that were chosen by users as the best.

Gimi Lift 240

This liana-type clothes dryer can be extended to a working length of up to 15 meters. Made of metal, it has steel metal rods with a protective coating, which in total are capable of withstanding a weight of more than 10 kg. The rods are fastened to the opposite surface using metal rings, which allows you to adjust the tension and height of the strings. Gimi Lift has six working rods, they have a sufficiently large diameter, so there are no folds on the linen.

Advantages

• Convenient trigger mechanism;
• Long construction;
• Low weight;
• Nice design.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Lashing ropes can become tangled.

The reviews suggest that this tumble dryer is quite easy to use, but the straps can get tangled even when tensioned correctly, so you need to handle it more delicately.

Lakmet Elevator 1.3 m

Lakmet has a completely similar design to the Gimi Lift model. It is also equipped with a ring mount, has six drying bars and folds out like a vine. The device is made of metal, plastic wide tubes can be easily wiped from dust, plus they have additional protection against corrosion. Suitable for small rooms, because unlike the previous model, the length of this dryer is only 130 cm. The cords holding the strings can be changed if necessary.

Advantages

• Roomy;
• Easy to install;
• All mounts included;
• Inexpensive.

disadvantages

• Insufficiently wide distance between the rods;
• Inconvenient for drying bed linen.

The maximum load per rod for this dryer is 2.5 kg, which is quite a lot. The total load on all strings is 15 kg, which is enough for three full washes.

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The best electric tumble dryers

Such models operate on the network, their main advantages include minimal energy consumption, a variety of designs and of course faster drying of clothes. Also, electric dryers have a different mounting method, so you can choose a model that suits any room. In this category, three devices are considered, which entered the TOP, due to their quality.

Ginger cat 7,5 m HT-800

Lightweight and relatively inexpensive clothes dryer The Ginger Cat has a rather simple design in the form of a table, it can be easily folded and unfolded, even fitting into a closet for storage.Powered by a network, made of high quality aluminum and equipped with six thick enough rods, which provide crease resistance of the laundry during drying and a large working surface (7.5 m). The power of the device is 100 W., the maximum voltage is standard, 240 V. Users recommend turning on the dryer for no more than 5 hours a day to prevent overheating of the device.

Advantages

• Good build quality
• Special paintwork;
• Legs do not scratch the surface;
• Easy to maintain.

disadvantages

• Short power cord;
• Low weight.

Based on the reviews, this tumble dryer is very easy to tip over, so you need to handle the appliance very carefully, especially in working order. Also, users refer to the disadvantages of a short power cord, which involves the use of an additional extension cord.

Hotter HX-230

The roomy and powerful enough clothes dryer from Hotter is popular. Users appreciate it as a quick drying device that can be easily placed in a room or bathroom. The device is made of metal, on wide rods you can easily place bulky laundry, and two side opening wings are designed for drying small things. The drying temperature is 60 degrees, and the power of the device is 230 W., which allows it to heat up quickly.

Advantages

• Good build quality
• Long-term manufacturer's warranty;
• Heats up and cools down quickly;
• Compact when folded.

disadvantages

• Low (height 95 cm);
• Short lateral wings.

Users note that for faster drying of things, they need to be completely laid out on rods, and not hung up. The side fenders are also equipped with a heating system, so the device has a large heating area.

Alcona

Alcona is equipped with a remote control. This dryer mounts directly to the ceiling, does not take up much floor space and is very easy to use. Additionally, the model is equipped with bright LED lamps, which makes it possible to mount it even in a closet or closet, with size compatibility. Thanks to the remote control, the strings of the dryer are easily raised and lowered to the desired level, making it easier to hang the laundry. It can withstand up to 30 kg of load weight, the material of the device does not lend itself to corrosion, plus, in this model, an additional option of antibacterial sterilization is provided.

Advantages

• Multifunctional shelf;
• Silent operation of mechanisms;
• Aviation aluminum cables;
• Fast heating.

disadvantages

• High price.

Also, this device provides a wind drying system, which will ventilate the laundry for two hours and create the effect of drying in the wind. Buyers and experts appreciate this model and consider the high price to be the only drawback.

Which tumble dryer is better

When choosing, you need to pay attention to the design features and dimensions of the device, whether it is suitable for the room, whether it will interfere with use. Next, you need to take into account the load and strength of the structure, it is important that the dryer can withstand the required weight and not be substituted at a crucial moment. Operational safety, bar spacing and design are also important factors to look out for. Of all the models presented, experts note the following:

• So among floor dryers, you can choose the vertical Rosenberg Rus model, which can be expanded to a five-level high structure.
• Also in this category stands out the Hausmann Arcturus, which withstands heavy loads and is distinguished by high-quality assembly.
• Among wall dryers, you can pay attention to the Leifheit Telegant Plus made of metal-plastic.
• The inexpensive Brio dryer is suitable for the bathroom and will look aesthetically pleasing indoors.
• Lakmet Lift stands out from the ceiling models, it is spacious enough and can be folded like a "liana".
• And among electric dryers, the Alcona was the best, with many functions and remote control.

Experts also remind that it is important to consider the price and manufacturer's warranty. It is quite easy to choose the best dryer from the variety of devices presented in stores, you just need to adhere to standard criteria.