Gorenje DHNE82 or Candy EYE H8A2L-S: 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.

Gorenje DHNE82
Main drawbackSmall 100 L drum limits room for bulky laundry
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Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Main drawbackNoise needs careful consideration beside an open living room
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
- Priority “Drum volume”Candy EYE H8A2L-S 9.3 / 10 vs 6.8
Criterion by criterion
| Criteria | Gorenje DHNE82 | Candy EYE H8A2L-S |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| Drum volume | 6.8 | 9.3 advantage |
| 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
| Specification | Gorenje DHNE82 | Candy EYE H8A2L-S |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 8 kg | 8 kg |
| Width | 59,5 cm | 59,6 cm |
| Height | 84,5 cm | 85 cm |
| Noise level | 64 dB | 67 dB |
| Electrical power | 700 W | Not provided |
| Drum volume | 100 L | 125 L |
| Your search | Tumble dryers | Tumble dryers |
| Drying type | Condenser and heat pump | Heat pump |
| Energy class, A to G label | D | E |
| Energy class, old label | A+++ | A+++ |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Colour | White | White |
| Features | Delay start | Anti-crease |
| Programmes | Quick | Household linen |
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?
Gorenje DHNE82
Ahead on 0 criterion out of 3 compared
- Drying type: Condenser and heat pump
Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared
- Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 6.8/10 (125 L vs 100 L)
- Drying type: Heat pump
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our approach →
Frequently asked questions
Which scores higher, Gorenje DHNE82 or Candy EYE H8A2L-S?
Candy EYE H8A2L-S scores 8.6/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Gorenje DHNE82, 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 6.8/10 for Gorenje DHNE82. Recorded values: 125 L versus 100 L.
How do the two differ in drying type?
Gorenje DHNE82: Condenser and heat pump. Candy EYE H8A2L-S: Heat pump.
