Head to head

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR or Candy CSOE H11A2TE-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.

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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Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S, studio product shot

Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S

9/10
Overall score

Main drawbackEnergy rating E on the current A to G scale

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Our verdict based on your priority

  • Priority “Load capacity”Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S 9.5 / 10 vs 8.6
  • Priority “Drum volume”Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S 9.3 / 10 vs 8.8
  • Priority “Equipment”Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR 9.1 / 10 vs 8.3

Criterion by criterion

Criterion-by-criterion comparison of Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR and Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S
Criteria Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S
Load capacity 8.6 9.5 advantage
Drum volume 8.8 9.3 advantage
Equipment 9.1 advantage 8.3

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 FFTDNM229X2BSFR and Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S
SpecificationWhirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFRCandy CSOE H11A2TE-S
Load capacity9 kg11 kg
WidthNot provided59,6 cm
DepthNot provided60,7 cm
HeightNot provided85 cm
Noise level64 dB66 dB
Electrical power850 WNot provided
Drum volume120 L125 L
Your searchTumble dryersTumble dryers
Drying typeHeat pumpHeat pump
Energy class, A to G labelEE
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
FeaturesDelay startDelay start
ProgrammesQuickQuick
Appliance or accessoryTumble dryerTumble dryer
Condensation water drainageTank to emptyTank to empty

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 FFTDNM229X2BSFR

Ahead on 1 criterion out of 3 compared

  • Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 8.3/10
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Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S

Ahead on 2 criteria out of 3 compared

  • Load capacity: 9.5/10 vs 8.6/10 (11 kg vs 9 kg)
  • 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, Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR or Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S?

They're neck and neck: 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR, 9/10 for Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S. A gap of less than half a point isn't counted as an advantage.

Which comes out ahead for “Load capacity”?

Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S comes out ahead for “Load capacity”: 9.5/10 compared with 8.6/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 11 kg versus 9 kg.

Which comes out ahead for “Equipment”?

Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR comes out ahead for “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 8.3/10 for Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S.

Which comes out ahead for “Drum volume”?

Candy CSOE H11A2TE-S comes out ahead for “Drum volume”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.8/10 for Whirlpool FFTDNM229X2BSFR. Recorded values: 125 L versus 120 L.

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