Compare The Best Electrolux Tumble DryersAugust 2019

Tumble dryers take damp, clean clothes and rotate them in a heated drum, removing the moisture from the clothes to dry them quickly and effectively. There are two main types of dryers - condenser and vented. Here are the main advantages and differences between them:

Condenser Tumble Dryers

These dryers work by taking the moisture from the damp clothes and storing it in a water trap, which must be emptied after every couple of cycles. These dryers have no need for hoses or vents to remove the moisture, and so are more suitable for smaller apartments, or places where setting up an outside vent would be troublesome. However the tradeoff is a need to empty the water trap frequently, otherwise you may find the dryer not working as effectively.

Vented Tumble Dryers

These tumble dryers work by separating the moisture from the damp clothes, then venting the damp air outside via a hose. The venting means that there is no need to empty water traps after every cycle, making it simpler to use. However the dryer may require specialist installation, especially if the vent needs to be placed through an exterior wall.

Sensor Drying

Some more advanced models of tumble dryer will have a moisture sensor installed. This sensor detects the dampness of the clothes, and automatically adjusts the cycle to give just enough time for the clothes to be completely dried. This saves both time and money, since the dryer will automatically stop once the clothes are dry.

Capacity

The capacity of the drum in your tumble dryer will determine how many clothes you can fit in a single cycle. Drum capacity is measured in Kg, with a single Kg being equivalent to a single outfit. Bigger dryers have bigger capacities, which may be necessary for families - single people and couples may find it far cheaper and more energy efficient to buy a smaller dryer.

Programs

Most models of tumble dryer contain several different programs for clothing of different material, as well as different temperatures and spin levels for more delicate pieces of clothing. While not all of these programs may be necessary, more programs is generally a good sign of a higher-end and more capable tumble dryer.

Many dryers also contain an anti-crease setting - this causes the the drum to rotate unheated at the end of cycles, in order to minimise wrinkling on laundry. This setting is extremely helpful if you plan on leaving laundry tumbling while you go out, or overnight. If left unmoved, your cleaned laundry will develop unsightly creases, as the clothing is all jumbled up and folded at strange angles from the spin drying. However periodically rotating the drum causes the laundry to shift anew, stopping creases developing.

Price Range of Electrolux Tumble Dryers

Tumble Dryer Brands - Average Ratings

We have evaluated 29 expert reviews and 18,491 user reviews for laundry dryers and used this data to determine the average rating for each brand of tumble dryer.

When Are Most New Electrolux Tumble Dryers Released?

Over the last 3 years we couldn't see any clear pattern in the release month for new Electrolux tumble dryers. In March 2018, five new Electrolux tumble dryers were released making it the biggest month that year for new Electrolux tumbler releases. 10 new Electrolux laundry dryers were released in October 2017 making it the biggest month that year for new Electrolux tumbler releases. November was the biggest month in 2016 for new Electrolux tumble dryers, with five new Electrolux tumble dryers released that month.

How Fast Do Electrolux Tumbler Prices Drop After Release?

Electrolux tumble dryers tend to depreciate faster than most tumble dryers. Most tumble dryers drop in price by 6% in the first 6 months after release. In the first 6 months after release, Electrolux tumble dryers drop in price by 10% on average.

That means that on a typical Electrolux tumble dryer costing $603 you could save on average $61 by waiting 6 months before buying.