10 Best Tumble Dryers UK 2024 | Bosch, Miele and More

Our top recommendation goes to Samsung. Having a long history with appliances, the company knows how to make a good product. Featuring Optimal Dry and SmartControl+, which lets the dryer automatically adjust the drying time to suit the conditions as well as be accessed via Android or iOS.

The product also features a reversible door and an A+++ energy rating and meaning that it can fit anywhere - even if you need to move it and perform its best without costing you a fortune. Finally, with 9 kg of load capacity to use, you can dry more for less!

This dryer by Hoover has some great reviews for its simplicity, efficiency and lack of noise. The new active sensor technology saves on your energy consumption along with the choice of 4 sensor dry programmes ensuring the desired drying result for your clothes.

The tumble dryer has a large load capacity and a red LED display with a countdown timer. The Aquavision in-door water collection tank makes viewing the water levels simple along with easy access to the container to empty. With NFC technology it allows those with Android smart phones to connect to the dryer and control its operations.

One look at this tumble dryer and you know it means business. With an A+ energy rating and 8 kg load capacity, you are hard pressed to fault this machine as it can contain up to 40 t-shirts in one go!

This machine has also been designed to help those who suffer with allergies or those that have sensitive skin. which makes it the perfect family dryer when many different people's belongings are dried simultaneously.

Beko's vented tumble dryer is the perfect space saver for anyone who is unable to dry clothes in more standard ways such as in the garden or balcony. With a 7 kg load, most households will find this to be plentiful and for a low price, it is a good bargain!

With an automatic anti-crease function, this dryer has 15 programmes, including cotton eco dry, jeans and refresh and a humidity sensor to avoid over-drying your garments and damaging them. A great addition for a single person or small family.

For those looking to do their bit for the planet, the Bosch WTWH7660GB is one of the most energy saving tumble dryers on the list. Bosch’s ActiveAir technology efficiently warms and recycles air used to dry your laundry through the heat pump. Any water collected from the clothes into the condenser is then used to self-clean the dryer up to four times per program – pretty smart! 

While it may be a bit more of an investment, the large capacity, multiple program options, A++ rating and eco-conscious, self-preserving features that this machine offers, make it a great purchase!

When you need a lot to be dried, Candy's 9 kg capacity tumble dryer is the perfect addition for you. Moreover, as it is the cheapest tumble dryer on our list, it is the perfect investment for anyone looking to dry clothes faster.

With a filter care indicator and a 4 sensor dry program, you can leave it on while you carry on with the rest of your day. While there are more extravagant items on our list, if you are looking for a classic, get-the-job-done machine, this is the one for you!

If you're after outstanding quality, Miele is always a great option. This heat pump tumble dryer works just as hard to dry your clothes as it does to protect the environment. By using 50% less electricity than other types of dryers, it really is great for your monthly expenditure. 

Thanks to perfectdry technology, this machine automatically tests the minerals in the water quality and changes the length of the drying cycle to stop materials from being over-heated or left damp. 

You can't go wrong with this heat pump tumble dryer from John Lewis & Partners. The appliance has a substantial 8 kg capacity with sensor drying enabling it to adjust its running time depending on the load, a woollen friendly programme and an A++ energy efficiency rating.

The only real downside is its potential placement. As is standard with heat pump models, you’ll need to position it somewhere relatively warm. However, if you plan to keep it inside the house in a kitchen or laundry room this will not be an issue.

Sometimes you just want a machine that gets the job done. If that is you, then this machine is a great option. Built to last, with a load capacity of 8 kg, this machine performs well for single people or families.

Additionally, with a noise level of 66dB, you won't be hearing any screams coming from a neighbour below or close by, which makes it great for shared housing or those who need to dry at atypical times.

With a B energy rating and an affordable price, this dryer is a great place to start for anyone looking into buying a dryer, though it may not be where you want to end up.

With a 7 kg load capacity, a delay button as well as 15 programs to choose from, you can certainly fine-tune your cycles to provide optimal results. However, compared to other tumble dryers on our list, this fails to have any stand out features.