10 of the most popular clothes dryers in Australia

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 vented, heat pump and condenser dryers.

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.

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 2023-2024.

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 are fast closing the gap with vented models.

The technology in these 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. Condenser dryers and gas dryers are other options, but make up a far smaller segment of the market.

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, 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 was 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 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.

Price: The dollar symbols indicate where each model sits on the price scale in relation to this list, from lower cost ($) to higher cost ($$$). Just click the links to see the prices and full specs.

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 6-8 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 offsetting at least some of 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.

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: “The Bosch dryer is so much better than I thought it would be. It’s quiet in our apartment and doesn’t create steam whilst drying clothes. The clothes appear to have been dried more gently leaving everything feeling fresh. Love it." - Suzie

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

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: "Don’t have to empty the lint filter all the time, this model collects it and I empty it once every 20 or so loads. Very handy, plus it’s wifi enabled so I get notifications to the app in my phone when done. Quiet, simple to use, happily recommend." - Rory

See price and full details of Bosch Series 8 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer with Home Connect WTX88MH0AU

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 my F & P dryer. Especially the wrinkle free option. Really cuts down on ironing." - Tawny

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

Like many modern dryers, this lower-priced unit features easy-to-use electronic controls and an anti-wrinkle mode so that you don’t have to transfer your warm, dry load straight from the drum to the ironing board.

What customers say: "Great value for money, this dryer hasn't skipped a beat in nearly 3 years. Quick drying and easy to use. highly recommended!" - Leigh

See price and full details of Esatto 7kg Vented Dryer EVD7

The lowest-priced of the 6-7kg capacity dryers on the list, this machine has a compact design and front and rear venting, as well as a wall-mounting kit, making it worth considering if you need to save space and fit it into a smaller laundry area.

What customers say: "I’m so pleased with this dryer. Great size and very affordable. Quiet and I love the auto setting as it doesn’t scorch your clothes. Comes out soft and not wrinkled." - Christopher

See price and full details of Haier HDV60A1 6kg Vented Dryer

With a control panel offering 16 drying programs, from Quick Dry to Air Dry, and low-temperature technology to reduce shrinkage and over-drying, this is the lowest-priced heat pump dryer on the list. A good energy star rating also results in it having the third lowest running costs of all the listed machines.

What customers say: "Absolutely love this appliance. 7-star energy rated. Easy to use. Much faster than our last condenser dryer. Love the refresh cycle." - G and A

See price and full details of Esatto 8kg Heat Pump Dryer EHPD80

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 EDV705H3WB

With similar functionality and the same energy star rating as its 7kg capacity Fisher & Paykel counterpart (see #3 above), this mid-priced model has four fabric care drying cycles to gently dry clothes and a door that opens to 180° for easy access.

What customers say: "We absolutely love our new Fisher & Paykel dryer. It is super efficient and the automatic feature is the best. Don’t have a bad thing to say about it - would definitely recommend."

See price and full details of Fisher & Paykel 6kg Vented Dryer DE6060M2

With the second-highest Energy Star rating of all the models on this list, this mid-priced European-made dryer also has one of the lowest running costs. Clothes are dried in a gentle wave-like pattern, at lower temperatures to reduce loss of colour.

What customers say: "Works like a dream. Uses very little power. Dries faster than I expected. Filters are easy to clean. No issues at all." - Tim

See price and full details of Beko 7kg Heat Pump Dryer BDP710W

Featuring 13 drying cycles, this heat pump model has a programmed setting for almost every type of garment. With low drying temperatures and auto-sensing to prevent over or under-drying, it wastes no energy and is gentle on fabric.

What customers say: "Excellent dryer. Very happy with my new dryer. Easy to use and energy efficient. Amazing how much water it extracts during a cycle. Appliances Online provide a complete service."

See price and full details of Fisher & Paykel 8kg Heat Pump Dryer DH8060P3

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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.

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