10 of the most popular clothes dryers in Australia

Updated June 2025

The market for clothes dryers has grown a lot in recent years, with demand reflected in a wider than ever choice of models. Where once you had a handful of ‘tumble dryers’ to pick from, now there are multiple options of heat pump and vented dryers, as well as a handful of condenser and gas models.

With so much choice comes the dilemma of selecting the best clothes dryer for your needs. If you don’t have the time or inclination to compare and contrast every model on the market, seeing what everyone else has been buying recently can be a helpful shortcut.

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This list of 10 trending clothes dryers provides a handy snapshot of the laundry appliances that are making their way into homes across Australia in 2025.

Before we get to the list, here’s a quick overview of these popular dryers.

Type of dryer: The dryers on this list are a mix of vented and heat pump models. If you have an old machine, it’s quite likely a vented dryer, which expels hot air, either into your laundry or to an external air vent via a hose. However, more energy-efficient heat pump clothes dryers continue to close the gap with vented models.

The technology in heat pump dryers removes the need for external ventilation via ducting, so if the way your laundry room is set up means you experience issues with condensation from your old vented machine, you should look into heat pump dryers. They dry clothes more gently at lower temperatures, so can be used to dry some delicate laundry that vented dryers can't too. Condenser dryers and gas dryers are other options, but make up a far smaller segment of the market. Here's everything you need to know before buying a dryer in Australia.

Despite some of their other advantages in terms of running costs and energy consumption, heat pump dryers are heavier than vented dryers and cannot be wall mounted. However, they are often stackable (using a stacking kit), so if you can’t place it side-by-side with your washer, it can probably be placed on top of a compatible front load washing machine, (as long as your washer is not positioned beneath a benchtop). 

Capacity: 7kg capacity is the most common size on this list, followed equally by the three other sizes of 6kg (ideal for households of 3-4 people), 8kg and 9kg. Well suited to households of 5 or more people, these larger capacity dryers are becoming more popular. The number of people in your household, lifestyle factors and the frequency with which you expect to use your dryer will influence the size you choose, in the same way it informs your choice of washing machine size. Learn how to choose the right size dryer.

Price: The dollar symbols indicate where each model sits on the price scale in relation to this list, from lower cost ($$$) to mid ($$$) and higher cost ($$$). Just click the links to see the prices and full specs. Appliance Online often sells dryers at below RRP when possible.

Energy efficiency: Although heat pump dryers generally have a bigger upfront cost than vented models, they are the most energy efficient choice, and much cheaper to run. The heat pump dryers on this list all have between 7-9 Energy Stars, while the vented dryers all have 2 star energy ratings.

The overviews below show that some of the heat pump dryers cost less than half as much to run than similar sized vented models. Over the life of the dryer, this can add up to several hundred dollars - thereby significantly, if not completely, offsetting the additional purchase price.

Colour: All of these 10 trending dryers are white. There are a handful of black, grey, stainless steel and platinum clothes dryers available, but these make up a very small part of the market.

Warranty: All of the dryers in this list come with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty, except for the Onix heat pump and vented models that have 3 year warranties.

With an incredibly low price (at under $400 it's the cheapest dryer on this list) and a spacious 8kg capacity, which is as large as vented dryers get, it's not hard to see why this model has proved irresistible to customers looking for a highly rated, good-sized and remarkable value vented dryer.

What customers say: “A+. Excellent machine, been using it non-stop since receiving it, excellent size for family of 5 and was excellent delivery service, was using a washer dryer combo but when dryer part died I've gone back to the old and reliable vented dryer and for this price why not!" - Sarzi, April 2025

See price and full details of Onix 8kg Vented Clothes Dryer ON-VD8W

This dryer features the highest Energy Star rating and lowest running costs of any of the dryers on this list, especially considering its large capacity. The self-cleaning condenser saves you from having to manually clean the lint filter, and app connectivity adds extra convenience with remote control and alerts.

What customers say: "Love my new dryer, lots of different setting for different types of loads. Love that you can choose the level of dryness and also that it automatically stops when dry, saving time and money." - Flossy, April 2025

See price and full details of Bosch Series 8 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer WQG24201AU

This mid-priced model includes a drying rack for tumble-free shoe and soft toy drying, and a sensor drying setting that enables a more efficient drying time by ending the cycle once your clothes are dry and wrinkle-free - thereby preventing fabric damage caused by over-drying.

What customers say: "Love love love my new F & P clothes dryer. Easy to use. Quiet. Wonder why I put up with my old dryer for so long." - Vivi, May 2025

See price and full details of Fisher & Paykel 7kg Vented Dryer DE7060G2

This lower-priced heat pump model features 16 settings, easy-to-use electronic controls and an anti-crease mode so you don’t need to transfer your warm, dry load straight from the drum to the ironing board.

What customers say: "Love this machine. Worth every penny. Quiet, energy efficient, removes soooo much cat hair from our clothes. Does not steam up the washing room. Love it" - Anna, April 2025

See price and full details of Esatto 8kg Heat Pump Dryer EHPD800-W

The highest priced dryer on this list, but for good reason, as it has the highest number of Energy Stars and lowest running costs, meaning that you'll recoup at least some of the extra you spend on it (maybe all of it if you dry laundry several times a week). It also features Bosch's innovative ActiveAir technology, self-cleaning condenser and 13 specialty programs.

What customers say: "Love my new Bosch dryer. Such a great drying machine that does everything I need it to do and more. Drum is more than large enough to cope with a family of 5 and gets used nearly every day when its either raining or not warm enough outside to dry items." - Dave A, April 2025

See price and full details of Bosch Series 8 8kg Heat Pump Dryer WQG235D8AU

With an 8 Star Energy Rating this heat pump dryer has the joint second-lowest running costs of any of the dryers on this list - a feat all the more impressive considering its very affordable pricetag. Featuring 12 programs, it has a setting for every type of fabric and its reverse tumble action leaves clothes free of creases.

What customers say: "So glad we purchased this. It is efficient and has a huge capacity. Would highly recommend for those in humid climates. It has been a real game changer in terms of being able to dry clothes in a tropical environment without adding to the humid atmosphere like traditional dryers." - Laundry Queen, January 2025

See price and full details of Onix 8kg Heat Pump Dryer ON-HPD8W

One of the cheapest models on this list, this vented dryer gets great feedback from customers, particularly smaller households that are well suited to its small 5.5kg capacity. It may be small, but with sensor drying, reverse tumbling action and a range of cycles, it packs a lot into a small capacity unit.

What customers say: "Super efficient Dryer. Great dryer, efficient, easy to use, does everything you need it to do. Clothes are dried perfectly without too many creases." - Marie, March 2025

See price and full details of Westinghouse 5.5kg Vented Clothes Dryer WDV556N3WB

With the joint second-highest Energy Star rating of all the models on this list, this well-priced heat pump dryer also has the joint second-lowest running costs. With auto-sensing technology, five drying options and 15 specialised drying cycles, it's a serious contender if you're looking for energy-efficient drying at a mid-range price point.

What customers say: "We have never had a dryer before so can't compare it to anything. But it works so well and is great in this wet weather. 100% recommend this brand of dryer to anyone looking." - AgrK, December 2024

See price and full details of Haier 8kg Heat Pump Dryer HDHP80AW1

With a high Energy Star rating and very low running costs for its capacity, this popular European-built model has smart technology and a very generous drum size, making it well suited to families and busy households.

What customers say: "Had a dryer that used to drain the suburbs power supply when on, finally broke so decided on a decent upgrade. Oh boy what an upgrade! Heaps of settings, pretty quiet, super-efficient and pretty easy to use (just give the instructions a quick read). Best thing is that it doesn't fog up the laundry when in use. Typical Bosch - solid build. Certainly recommend." - LKnity, July 2024

See price and full details of Bosch Series 6 9kg Heat Pump Dryer WQG24200AU

Like most modern dryers, this simple-to-operate mid-priced model features a range of drying cycles as well as reverse tumbling to ensure every item in the load is evenly dried and doesn’t tangle or crease.

What customers say: "Great product, fast, easy to use and quiet ! All the things you want in a dryer!" - Chris

See price and full details of Electrolux 7kg Vented Dryer EDV705H3WC

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These 10 popular dryers represent a good cross section of the hundreds of models available in Australia, from smaller capacity, lower priced vented machines to family-sized, higher end heat pump dryers.

If you’re considering buying a new dryer but have concerns about high running costs, this list should dispel them. With increased energy efficiency, specifically in heat pump models, you can update your laundry with some smart technology that delivers crease-free, perfectly dry clothes for a dollar or two a week.