Head to head

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, studio product shot

Candy BR 10N2BX-S

8/10
Overall score

Main drawbackD energy rating on the current A to G scale

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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR, studio product shot

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR

8.8/10
Overall score

Main drawbackCurrent E energy classification holds back its efficiency appeal

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Our verdict based on your priority

  • 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

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Candy BR 10N2BX-S and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
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

Specifications for Candy BR 10N2BX-S and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
SpecificationCandy BR 10N2BX-SWhirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity10 kg9 kg
Width59,5 cmNot provided
Height85 cmNot provided
Noise level62 dB64 dB
Electrical powerNot provided850 W
Drum volume111 L120 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelDE
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
FeaturesDelay endDelay start
ProgrammesDelicatesQuick
Appliance or accessoryTumble dryerTumble 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)
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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
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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.

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