Head to head

Miele TSA 523 WP 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.

Miele TSA 523 WP, studio product shot

Miele TSA 523 WP

8.4/10
Overall score

Main drawbackEnergy class C trails ratings A and B

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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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Our verdict based on your priority

  • Priority “Drum volume”Candy EYE H8A2L-S 9.3 / 10 vs 8.8

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Miele TSA 523 WP and Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Criteria Miele TSA 523 WP Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Load capacity 7.3 7.3
Drum volume 8.8 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

Specifications for Miele TSA 523 WP and Candy EYE H8A2L-S
SpecificationMiele TSA 523 WPCandy EYE H8A2L-S
Load capacity8 kg8 kg
Width59,6 cm59,6 cm
Height85 cm85 cm
Noise level64 dB67 dB
Electrical power1100 WNot provided
Drum volume120 L125 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelCE
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
ColourWhiteWhite
FeaturesDelay startAnti-crease
ProgrammesQuickHousehold linen
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?

Miele TSA 523 WP

Ahead on 0 criterion out of 3 compared

  • No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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Candy EYE H8A2L-S

Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared

  • Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 8.8/10 (125 L vs 120 L)
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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, Miele TSA 523 WP or Candy EYE H8A2L-S?

They're neck and neck: 8.4/10 for Miele TSA 523 WP, 8.6/10 for Candy EYE H8A2L-S. A gap of less than half a point isn't counted as an advantage.

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 Miele TSA 523 WP. Recorded values: 125 L versus 120 L.

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