Head to head

Candy EYE H8A2L-S or Bosch WQG233D0FR: 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 EYE H8A2L-S, studio product shot

Candy EYE H8A2L-S

8.6/10
Overall score

Main drawbackNoise needs careful consideration beside an open living room

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Bosch WQG233D0FR, studio product shot

Bosch WQG233D0FR

7.7/10
Overall score

Main drawbackCondensation tank requires regular emptying

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Our verdict based on your priority

  • Priority “Drum volume”Candy EYE H8A2L-S 9.3 / 10 vs 7.6
  • Priority “Equipment”Candy EYE H8A2L-S 9.1 / 10 vs 8.3

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Candy EYE H8A2L-S and Bosch WQG233D0FR
Criteria Candy EYE H8A2L-S Bosch WQG233D0FR
Load capacity 7.3 7.3
Drum volume 9.3 advantage 7.6
Equipment 9.1 advantage 8.3

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 EYE H8A2L-S and Bosch WQG233D0FR
SpecificationCandy EYE H8A2L-SBosch WQG233D0FR
Load capacity8 kg8 kg
Width59,6 cm59,8 cm
DepthNot provided65,4 cm
Height85 cm84,2 cm
Noise level67 dB64 dB
Electrical powerNot provided600 W
Drum volume125 L112 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelEC
Energy class, old labelA+++A+++
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
FeaturesAnti-creaseDelay end
ProgrammesHousehold linenQuick
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 EYE H8A2L-S

Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared

  • Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 7.6/10 (125 L vs 112 L)
  • Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 8.3/10
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Bosch WQG233D0FR

Ahead on 0 criterion out of 3 compared

  • No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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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 EYE H8A2L-S or Bosch WQG233D0FR?

Candy EYE H8A2L-S scores 8.6/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Bosch WQG233D0FR, using the same scoring criteria.

Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?

Candy EYE H8A2L-S comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 9.3/10 compared with 7.6/10 for Bosch WQG233D0FR. Recorded values: 125 L versus 112 L.

Which comes out ahead for “Equipment”?

Candy EYE H8A2L-S comes out ahead for “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 8.3/10 for Bosch WQG233D0FR.

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