How to choose the best tumble dryer for your home and lifestyle

Let's go for a spin through the latest and greatest in tumble dryer technology

Miele Heat Pump tumble dryer, priced from around €1080 (TCF640) for a 8kg Miele model, married to a TwinDos Miele 9kg washing machine. Prices from €1134 (WCG660) - multiple suppliers.

We have to some extent tamed the kW-crunching monster that once was the elder vented tumble dryer. When you’re ready to make the change, weigh up the capital outlay on a new machine against the considerable difference in running costs and load finessing features now on offer. 

Take a fingertip wander through real user reviews online of budget models from Candy, Grundig and Beko before warming to any machine in the sales. After size and mechanics, prices will vary depending on the mode — free-standing, integrated or semi-integrated.