Head to head

Gorenje DHNE82 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.

Gorenje DHNE82, studio packshot

Gorenje DHNE82

7.7/10
Overall score

Main drawbackSmall 100 L drum limits room for bulky laundry

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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”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 8.8 / 10 vs 6.8

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Gorenje DHNE82 and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Criteria Gorenje DHNE82 Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity 7.3 8.6 advantage
Drum volume 6.8 8.8 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

Specifications for Gorenje DHNE82 and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
SpecificationGorenje DHNE82Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity8 kg9 kg
Width59,5 cmNot provided
Height84,5 cmNot provided
Noise level64 dB64 dB
Electrical power700 W850 W
Drum volume100 L120 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeCondenser and heat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelDE
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?

Gorenje DHNE82

Ahead on 0 criterion out of 3 compared

  • Drying type: Condenser and heat pump
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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR

Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared

  • Drum volume: 8.8/10 vs 6.8/10 (120 L vs 100 L)
  • Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
  • Drying type: Heat pump
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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, Gorenje DHNE82 or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR scores 8.8/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Gorenje DHNE82, 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 6.8/10 for Gorenje DHNE82. Recorded values: 120 L versus 100 L.

Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 8.6/10 compared with 7.3/10 for Gorenje DHNE82. Recorded values: 9 kg versus 8 kg.

How do the two differ in drying type?

Gorenje DHNE82: Condenser and heat pump. Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR: Heat pump.

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