10 Best Clothes Dryers In Singapore With WiFi Control, Anti-crease & More
Freshly dried clothes any time
Rainy seasons in Singapore got you thinking of getting a clothes dryer machine? Having a clothes dryer machine means that you will always have freshly dried clothes and reduce the need to hang up your clothes to dry on a laundry rack or pole.
However, you will still find yourself hanging up some delicates and special fabric, instead of loading them all in the dryer as it runs the risk of damaging or shrinking your clothes. If you are still in the middle of deciding on a proper clothes drying method, you can learn about the different types of clothes dryers from clothes dryer machines to electric drying racks, and understand how a clothes dryer machine works in this article.
For those that are leaning towards a combination washer and dryer machine, you can read about the 10 best washing machines to explore the different options and learn more.
Most house layouts have the service yard located next to the kitchen and near the windows enabling the option to go for an air-vented clothes dryer machine, like the one from Elba. The extendable vent house that comes with the machine needs to be connected in order to expel the hot air produced during the drying process. You can look forward to freshly dried clothes ready to be worn, thanks to the anti-crease function and automatic sensor drying.
While it is one of the more affordable clothes dryer machines, the Elba air-vented dryer with a 7 kg drying load has 2 ticks for energy efficiency.
Elba 7 kg air-vented dryer EBD750 V is on sale at $625 from Harvey Norman.
Like any front-load washing machine, it is important to look out for a child lock and low noise level features for your clothes dryer machine too which can be found in this EuropAce heat pump dryer. The sterilisation function will be extra helpful for baby clothes too. Time-starved working parents can also benefit from the 30 mins quick-drying cycle if you handwash small loads of clothes.
With an 8 kg drying load and 5 ticks of energy efficiency, this is a suitable dryer machine for the everyday family’s needs. You can choose between white or gunmetal to match the look of your washing machine.
EuropAce 8 kg heat pump dryer EDY8801Y is available at $959 from Harvey Norman.
Do you know that gas heats up air way faster than using electricity? You will only need half the time to dry the same load of clothes when compared to using an electric dryer machine.
As this Rinnai clothes dryer runs on gas instead of electricity, it is energy efficient and you can save on your utility bills. The light blue filter located right at the back of the machine is easy to spot and remove for easy maintenance of the filter.
The compact-sized dryer machine with 6 kg of drying load can be mounted on the wall next to the window, convenient for the humidity duct to be installed discreetly.
Rinnai 6 kg gas clothes dryer RDT-62-SG-W is retailing at $1,014 from City Energy.
Built with an inverter motor, interior LED light, and you guessed it – WiFi control, the features in this heat pump dryer by Hitachi packs a punch. The steam and wear feature eliminates the ironing process and serves up the perfect piping-hot clothes.
The inverter motor makes a whole lot of difference when it comes to energy savings of 5 ticks efficiency, durability, and lower noise level. Additionally, you can also pair this 8 kg dry load capacity tumble dryer with a matching Hitachi washing machine in volcanic grey with a wash load capacity of up to 12 kg.
Hitachi 8 kg heat pump tumble dryer TD-80XFVEM is available at $1,199 from Hitachi.
On top of the usual heat and steam, this 5-tick energy-efficient Toshiba heat pump dryer also comes with added UV light sanitisation for stronger sterilisation to eliminate bacteria and prevent allergies. With the temperature and heat sensors in place, the drying temperature, time, and energy are well-optimised, while keeping the clothes free from heat damage.
Instead of being greeted with moist warm air at the end of the drying cycle, the drum with 9 kg of drying load capacity in this heat pump dryer will continue rotating with fresh air to prevent creases and wrinkles. You can use the smart WiFi control to start the drying cycle automatically, based on the selected wash mode. The Toshiba heat pump dryer comes in both white and dark grey.
Toshiba 9 kg heat pump dryer TD-BK100GHS retails at $1,289 from Harvey Norman.
If you have a large family then you can opt for this heavy-duty air-vented dryer by Whirlpool can hold up to 15 kg of drying load. Named “The Professional Dryer”, it is equipped with an auto drying system, where the dryer will end when the load reaches the selected dryness, upon sensing the air temperature and moisture level.
It is best to air dry any pillows, stuffed toys, or heat-sensitive fabrics, or you can make use of the fluff dry function that dries without the use of heat. The dryer also comes with a wrinkle shield that prevents creases from forming by tumbling, rearranging, and fluffing the load when the drying cycle completes.
Whirlpool 15 kg air-vented dryer 3LWED4815FW is on sale at $1,388 from Mega Discount Store.
By choosing a heat pump dryer over other modes of drying like an air vent dryer or condenser dryer, it is expected to be energy-saving thanks to the heat exchange internally that ensures lesser heat loss.
This heat pump dryer by Midea has a generous 10 kg drying load capacity that will be great to put your towels, bedding, and even curtains to wash and dry regularly. The wholesome drying experience includes a hygiene function that provides half an hour of sterilisation with energy efficiency at 5 ticks.
Midea 10 kg heat pump dryer MDK1088HP is retailing at $1,399 from Harvey Norman.
Say hello to this 5-tick energy efficiency Samsung heat pump dryer packed with intelligent AI capabilities. You will be greeted with an intuitive and personalised display that suggests drying cycles and shows timely information by learning your drying habits.
If you also have a Samsung washing machine, it comes with an auto cycle link and you can also link the dryer with your smart home setup too. There are 3 smart sensors in the machine for moisture, temperature, and heat exchanger cleaning sensor that optimise the drying process and remind you to clean the heat exchanger and filter.
You have the option to air wash with a hot but gentle air cycle that mimics the dry-cleaning effect for fresh laundry without the use of water or detergent.
Samsung 9 kg heat pump dryer DV90T8240SX/SP is available at $1,919 from Harvey Norman.
Life’s good with this heat pump dryer by LG that is cleverly fitted with an auto-cleaning condenser with water spray to remove any microparticles after every cycle, instead of manually bending over to clean it after getting reminder alerts. Other essential features like allergy care, lint filter, and sensor drying are also included.
The best part about having both your washing machine and clothes drying machine from the same brand, like LG, is that you get to do a smart pairing on your smart home setup that will automatically set an appropriate drying cycle based on the wash load. You get to reverse the door orientation conveniently should you wish to stack the machines vertically.
LG 9 kg dual inverter heat pump dryer TD-H90VWD is retailing at $2,068 from Harvey Norman.
Meet the next-generation clothes dryer, better known as a steam closet, the Samsung Bespoke AirDresser. Unlike a bulky conventional clothes dryer, the smart airdresser steams and sanitises your clothes with the familiar heat pump technology without any tumbling, and you can even control it via an app.
All you need to do is to hang up to 3 pieces of clothes each time on the designated and specially designed AirHanger with the middle hollow, enhancing the circulation of air all around the clothes, while removing any dust and dirt.
The tall and slim mirrored airdresser fits well in any space, whether it is next to your wardrobe, the entryway, or your service yard. Aside from sanitising and deodorising your clothes, this versatile steam closet machine also works as a dehumidifier which is able to remove any excess moisture in the air.
While it may not replace a conventional clothes dryer, the Samsung Bespoke AirDresser is an excellent addition to any home, especially for executives that need to be in formal wear daily and it is also great for any clothes that are in between wears.
Samsung Bespoke AirDresser DF60A8500CG/SP is available at $2,529 from Gain City.
Text: Jyn Teo/Home & Decor