Head to head

Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR 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.

Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR, studio product shot

Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR

8.6/10
Overall score

Main drawbackCondensation tank needs emptying whenever it is full

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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 CWD86MWBRFR 9.5 / 10 vs 8.8

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Criteria Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity 7.3 8.6 advantage
Drum volume 9.5 advantage 8.8
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 Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR and Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
SpecificationWhirlpool CWD86MWBRFRWhirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR
Load capacity8 kg9 kg
Width59,8 cmNot provided
Height84,6 cmNot provided
Noise level60 dB64 dB
Electrical power600 W850 W
Drum volume127 L120 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelAE
Loading typeFront loading (porthole door)Front loading (porthole door)
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
FeaturesDelay endDelay 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?

Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR

Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared

  • Drum volume: 9.5/10 vs 8.8/10 (127 L vs 120 L)
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Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR

Tied, ahead on 1 of the 3 criteria compared

  • Load capacity: 8.6/10 vs 7.3/10 (9 kg vs 8 kg)
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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, Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR or Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR?

They're neck and neck: 8.6/10 for Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR, 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. A gap of less than half a point isn't counted as an advantage.

Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 8.6/10 compared with 7.3/10 for Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR. Recorded values: 9 kg versus 8 kg.

Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?

Whirlpool CWD86MWBRFR comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 9.5/10 compared with 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 127 L versus 120 L.

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