Candy BR 10N2BX-S or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR: which should you choose?
Compare the two tumble dryers across our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.

Candy BR 10N2BX-S
Main drawbackD energy rating on the current A to G scale
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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Main drawbackCurrent E energy classification holds back its efficiency appeal
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- Priority “Load capacity”Candy BR 10N2BX-S 9.3 / 10 vs 8.6
- Priority “Drum volume”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 8.8 / 10 vs 7.2
- Priority “Equipment”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 9.1 / 10 vs 7.5
Criterion by criterion
| Criteria | Candy BR 10N2BX-S | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 9.3 advantage | 8.6 |
| Drum volume | 7.2 | 8.8 advantage |
| Equipment | 7.5 | 9.1 advantage |
A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply more precision than we can offer.
Side-by-side specs
| Specification | Candy BR 10N2BX-S | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 10 kg | 9 kg |
| Width | 59,5 cm | Not provided |
| Height | 85 cm | Not provided |
| Noise level | 62 dB | 64 dB |
| Electrical power | Not provided | 850 W |
| Drum volume | 111 L | 120 L |
| Your search | Tumble dryers | Tumble dryers |
| Drying type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Energy class, A to G label | D | E |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Features | Delay end | Delay start |
| Programmes | Delicates | Quick |
| Appliance or accessory | Tumble dryer | Tumble dryer |
Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, gathered in our analyses. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.
Which one is right for you?
Candy BR 10N2BX-S
Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared
- Load capacity: 9.3/10 vs 8.6/10 (10 kg vs 9 kg)
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared
- Drum volume: 8.8/10 vs 7.2/10 (120 L vs 111 L)
- Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 7.5/10
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our approach →
Frequently asked questions
Which scores higher, Candy BR 10N2BX-S or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR scores 8.8/10, compared with 8/10 for Candy BR 10N2BX-S, using the same scoring criteria.
Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 8.8/10 compared with 7.2/10 for Candy BR 10N2BX-S. Recorded values: 120 L versus 111 L.
Which comes out ahead for “Equipment”?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 7.5/10 for Candy BR 10N2BX-S.
Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?
Candy BR 10N2BX-S comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.6/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 10 kg versus 9 kg.
