Hisense DHQE800BW2 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.
Hisense DHQE800BW2
Main drawbackCurrent energy class D is our main reservation
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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Main drawbackCurrent E energy classification holds back its efficiency appeal
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- Priority “Load capacity”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 8.6 / 10 vs 7.3
- Priority “Drum volume”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 8.8 / 10 vs 6.8
- Priority “Equipment”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 9.1 / 10 vs 8.3
Criterion by criterion
| Criteria | Hisense DHQE800BW2 | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 7.3 | 8.6 advantage |
| Drum volume | 6.8 | 8.8 advantage |
| 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
| Specification | Hisense DHQE800BW2 | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 8 kg | 9 kg |
| Width | 59,5 cm | Not provided |
| Height | 84,5 cm | Not provided |
| Noise level | Not provided | 64 dB |
| Electrical power | 700 W | 850 W |
| Drum volume | 100 L | 120 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 |
| Features | Time remaining display | Delay start |
| Programmes | Quick | Quick |
| Appliance or accessory | Tumble dryer | Tumble 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?
Hisense DHQE800BW2
Ahead on 0 criterion out of 3 compared
- Drying type: Condenser and heat pump
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Ahead on 3 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)
- Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 8.3/10
- 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, Hisense DHQE800BW2 or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR scores 8.8/10, compared with 7.5/10 for Hisense DHQE800BW2, 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 Hisense DHQE800BW2. 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 Hisense DHQE800BW2. 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 Hisense DHQE800BW2.
How do the two differ in drying type?
Hisense DHQE800BW2: Condenser and heat pump. Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR: Heat pump.