Head to head

Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47 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 CSOE H8A2DE-47, studio product shot

Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47

8.3/10
Overall score

Main drawbackClass E on the current energy label limits its efficiency appeal

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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”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 8.6 / 10 vs 7.3
  • Priority “Drum volume”Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47 9.3 / 10 vs 8.8
  • Priority “Equipment”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 9.1 / 10 vs 8.3

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47 and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Criteria Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47 Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity 7.3 8.6 advantage
Drum volume 9.3 advantage 8.8
Equipment 8.3 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 CSOE H8A2DE-47 and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
SpecificationCandy CSOE H8A2DE-47Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity8 kg9 kg
Width59,6 cmNot provided
Depth60,7 cmNot provided
Height85 cmNot provided
Noise level67 dB64 dB
Electrical powerNot provided850 W
Drum volume125 L120 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelEE
Energy class, old labelA+++A+++
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
FeaturesDelay startDelay start
ProgrammesQuickQuick
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 CSOE H8A2DE-47

Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared

  • Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 8.8/10 (125 L vs 120 L)
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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR

Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared

  • Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
  • Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 8.3/10
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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 CSOE H8A2DE-47 or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR scores 8.8/10, compared with 8.3/10 for Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47, using the same scoring criteria.

Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 8.6/10 compared with 7.3/10 for Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47. Recorded values: 9 kg versus 8 kg.

Which comes out ahead for “Equipment”?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 8.3/10 for Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47.

Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?

Candy CSOE H8A2DE-47 comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 125 L versus 120 L.

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