Clothes dryers
Find the best clothes dryer for your home with our buying guide and test results for 24 current and 40 discontinued models.
Need a clothes dryer that gets the job done quickly? Find the best models in New Zealand with our guide and expert picks. See test results for vented, condenser and heat pump dryers from Fisher & Paykel, Miele, Samsung and more.
Buy the best clothes dryer for your laundry
Make laundry day easier with the right clothes dryer. Our test results, which compare over 60 models, will help you pick the best one for your home. Our test covers:
• Drying performance
• Energy efficiency
Plus, see the latest prices, product specs and features, member reviews and more.
Spindel dryer - a revolutionary way to dry your clothes?
Could a spin-dryer be a cost-effective answer to your laundry drying needs? We test the Spindel dryer to see how much quicker it will make your laundry dry.
Best clothes dryers of 2024
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Best small capacity dryer
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Best medium capacity dryer
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Best large capacity condenser dryer
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Best large capacity heat pump dryer
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What you need to know when buying a clothes dryer
Save time and energy by picking the right clothes dryer to dry your washing efficiently. Check out the different types as well as the features and functions to look for in our clothes dryers buying guide. We also explain energy rating labels and dryer economics, and provide tips for buying second hand.
Get the most out of your laundry
Improve your laundry routine with our expert advice.
Tips to get the most out of your clothes dryer
Whether you use your dryer every day or only on the odd occasion, follow our advice to get the most out of it.
The best way to dry laundry in winter
We tested five different drying methods and found one clear winner.
What's the best way to wash your clothes?
What’s the best way to wash your clothes, towels, duvets and outdoor gear? Here are our hints and tips for getting top results with your laundry.
People's Choice
Our People's Choice awards are granted to brands that consistently rate above average for customer satisfaction and meet out other performance criteria. Become a member and see which brands have earned a People’s Choice award.
Which clothes dryer brands are most reliable?
We asked thousands of Consumer members about their experience with products they've used to find out which brands are most reliable and satisfying to own. The results are available to members and Digital Pass holders.
Other appliances for your laundry
If you also need a new washing machine, check out our test results below or perhaps consider a washer dryer. We've also got results for irons and steam stations.
Best retailer to buy large appliances from
Many things can ruin a shopping experience – a pushy salesperson, the product you wanted not being in stock or having to pay more than you intended. We asked consumers to tell us who they think are the best and worst. Become a member to see the best stores to purchase large appliances from.
How we test clothes dryers
Our clothes dryer test is based on an Australia New Zealand Standard. The test uses a standard load of cotton bed sheets, small towels, and pillowcases.
Test scores reflect how long each dryer takes to finish drying a 3.5kg load, taking account of any residual moisture (auto-sensing mode), whether there’s a reverse tumbling feature, and energy efficiency. We combine a dryer’s test score with the brand’s predicted reliability and satisfaction ratings to generate each dryer’s overall score.
We've tested 64 clothes dryers.
Find the right one for you.
