Vedette VSF318HW 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.
Vedette VSF318HW
Main drawbackAverage stated noise level warrants thought near bedrooms
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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”Vedette VSF318HW 9.3 / 10 vs 8.8
- Priority “Equipment”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 9.1 / 10 vs 7.5
Criterion by criterion
| Criteria | Vedette VSF318HW | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 7.3 | 8.6 advantage |
| Drum volume | 9.3 advantage | 8.8 |
| Equipment | 7.5 | 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 | Vedette VSF318HW | Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 8 kg | 9 kg |
| Width | 59,5 cm | Not provided |
| Height | 84,5 cm | Not provided |
| Noise level | 65 dB | 64 dB |
| Electrical power | 750 W | 850 W |
| Drum volume | 125 L | 120 L |
| Your search | Tumble dryers | Tumble dryers |
| Drying type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Energy class, old label | A+++ | A+++ |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Features | Delay start | Delay start |
| Programmes | Household linen | Quick |
| Appliance or accessory | Tumble dryer | Tumble dryer |
| Delay start | Up to 24 h | 1 to 24 h |
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?
Vedette VSF318HW
Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared
- Drum volume: 9.3/10 vs 8.8/10 (125 L vs 120 L)
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared
- Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 7.5/10
- Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our approach →
Frequently asked questions
Which scores higher, Vedette VSF318HW or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR scores 8.8/10, compared with 8/10 for Vedette VSF318HW, using the same scoring criteria.
Which comes out ahead for “Equipment”?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 7.5/10 for Vedette VSF318HW.
Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?
Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 8.6/10 compared with 7.3/10 for Vedette VSF318HW. Recorded values: 9 kg versus 8 kg.
Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?
Vedette VSF318HW comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 125 L versus 120 L.