Head to head

Candy EYE H8A2L-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 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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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 EYE H8A2L-S 9.3 / 10 vs 8.8

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Candy EYE H8A2L-S and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Criteria Candy EYE H8A2L-S Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity 7.3 8.6 advantage
Drum volume 9.3 advantage 8.8
Equipment 9.1 9.1

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 Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
SpecificationCandy EYE H8A2L-SWhirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity8 kg9 kg
Width59,6 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
FeaturesAnti-creaseDelay start
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

Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared

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

Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared

  • Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
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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 Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?

They're neck and neck: 8.6/10 for Candy EYE H8A2L-S, 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. A gap of less than half a point isn't counted as an advantage.

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 EYE H8A2L-S. Recorded values: 9 kg versus 8 kg.

Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?

Candy EYE H8A2L-S 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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