Siemens WQ45G2A0FF 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.
Siemens WQ45G2A0FF
Main drawbackEnergy class E is the biggest drawback
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Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Main drawbackNoise needs careful consideration beside an open living room
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- Priority “Load capacity”Siemens WQ45G2A0FF 8.6 / 10 vs 7.3
- Priority “Drum volume”Candy EYE H8A2L-S 9.3 / 10 vs 7.6
Criterion by criterion
| Criteria | Siemens WQ45G2A0FF | Candy EYE H8A2L-S |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 8.6 advantage | 7.3 |
| Drum volume | 7.6 | 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 | Siemens WQ45G2A0FF | Candy EYE H8A2L-S |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 9 kg | 8 kg |
| Width | 59,8 cm | 59,6 cm |
| Depth | 64,8 cm | Not provided |
| Height | 84,2 cm | 85 cm |
| Noise level | 64 dB | 67 dB |
| Electrical power | 800 W | Not provided |
| Drum volume | 112 L | 125 L |
| Your search | Tumble dryers | Tumble dryers |
| Drying type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Energy class, A to G label | E | E |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Features | Automatic drying control | Anti-crease |
| Programmes | Quick | Household linen |
| Appliance or accessory | Tumble dryer | Tumble dryer |
| Condensation efficiency class on the current label | C | C |
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?
Siemens WQ45G2A0FF
Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared
- Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
Candy EYE H8A2L-S
Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared
- Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 7.6/10 (125 L vs 112 L)
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our approach →
Frequently asked questions
Which scores higher, Siemens WQ45G2A0FF or Candy EYE H8A2L-S?
They're neck and neck: 8.4/10 for Siemens WQ45G2A0FF, 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 7.6/10 for Siemens WQ45G2A0FF. Recorded values: 125 L versus 112 L.
Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?
Siemens WQ45G2A0FF 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.