Rating of the best clothes dryers of 2022

A clothes dryer is an essential attribute of a home space, both in a private house and in an apartment building. When choosing the best dryer option, you should think about such items as: functionality, appearance, placement method, service life. In order not to make a mistake with the purchase, you should get acquainted with the tips for choosing a dryer and the rating of the best manufacturers.

How to choose a dryer

It is worth choosing a dryer, focusing, first of all, on the needs of the family and the possibilities of a particular design.

• For drying bed linen and blankets, the best option would be a floor structure designed for a mass of wet linen over 15 kg. Floor dryers take up a lot of space, but are a versatile option for a large family.
• If there is no time to wait for the laundry to dry on its own or in conditions of high humidity, an electric dryer will be optimal.
• If you have to dry things from delicate fabrics or woolen products that are afraid of mechanical extraction, you should consider the option of a dryer installed on the bathtub so that water can drain freely from the products without damaging the floor.
• The presence of small children in the family will make the radiator model an indispensable assistant in the cold season: small things will be dry in 2-3 hours, and given the low cost of such dryers, they can be placed on all batteries available in the apartment.
• You should pay attention to the material from which the dryer is made, as aluminum structures are lightweight, but it will most likely last less than a similar model made of steel.
• Feedback from consumers who have already tested products will help identify shortcomings.

What are the models

Depending on what place is allocated in the apartment for the regular location of the tool, there are:

• floor (with additional folding wings or consisting of one working surface);
• floor sliding, it is possible to put forward additional space for drying;
• wall and ceiling, they are securely fastened with screws;
• radiator, hanging on the battery with hooks;
• for a shower cabin, such models are similar to radiator ones, but are large;
• on the bathtub: a sliding structure that is attached to the walls of the bathtub or placed horizontally on it.

Advantages and disadvantages of different designs

Before moving on to a review of brands, it is worth describing in more detail the pros and cons of various designs for drying clothes.

Electric dryers

This will significantly reduce the drying time. In wide sale you can find products of the brands "Hotter", "Rovus", "Atlanta" and some others. Models might look like:

• floor dryer with folding "ears" (from 2000 rubles);
• bookcase (from 8000 rubles);
• dryer (outwardly similar to a washing machine, the price starts from 35,000 rubles);
• elongated structure, covered with a removable or unfastened cover, under which there are hangers (from 2500 rubles).

The advantage of this type of dryer is ease of use, high drying speed (up to 2-3 hours), availability of both very capacious and compact models.

The disadvantage is the high power consumption.

floor standing

Floor dryers come in a variety of configurations, but the most popular are those with or without folding surfaces. Such models are common due to their versatility and the ability to choose convenient sizes. A large range of sizes allows you to choose from compact models for drying small laundry in the bath, as well as medium ones for location on the balcony or large ones designed for the room. When folded, any model of this design turns into a flat surface that does not take up space in the apartment.

• have different sizes;
• ease of use;
• little weight;
• compactness.

• in inexpensive models, the rods sag over time;
• instability with improper load distribution;
• When unfolded, it can take up a lot of space.

The inconvenience will be minimal if you carefully read the characteristics of the device and choose the appropriate model, taking into account the dimensions of the space allotted for the location of the dryer.

Floor sliding models are not much different from the above type. Their feature is the absence of additional folding wings, and the length increases due to the extension of an additional horizontal surface.

Stationary

Stationary dryers are structures made of stretched cords, often stretched over a roller mechanism, sliding or retractable.

Roller

They are convenient because you can easily hang clothes on them even when the dryer is fixed on the outside of the balcony.

• compactness;
• easy mounting;
• the design can be made independently;
• ease of use.

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Sliding

Sliding dryers also have a second name - "accordion", as they have an external resemblance to a musical instrument. A similar design is attached to the surface of the wall and, if necessary, stretches like accordion bellows.

• compactness;
• may have a different number of rods (5-10 pieces);
• come in different widths (0.5 - 1.2 m).

• maximum load up to 10 kg;
• fast wear of connecting elements.

folding

The folding structure has two parts: stationary (fixed on the wall) and mobile, which can either recline or slide out and, pulling the rope, fasten it to hooks screwed to the opposite wall. After drying, the movable part is removed from the mounts and tightly adjoins the stationary part.

• when folded, it practically does not take up space;
• ease of operation;
• suitable for small spaces.

• small load (up to 7 kg);
• over time, sagging of the ropes occurs;
• the plastic base wears out quickly.

"Elevator"

The device of the dryer of the “lift” system is designed in such a way that it can be attached both to the ceiling and to the wall, and a special mechanism allows you to adjust the height of the rods, lowering them to hang clothes (the rods can take different heights, forming a cascade). In case of uselessness, the structure rises to the very ceiling and becomes almost invisible. Some companies produce models with a remote control, the height of the rails is automatically adjusted in this case.

• compactness;
• strength;
• durability.

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Radiator

Radiator dryers are a single-tier or two-tier structure made of rods, which are hung with hooks to the radiator (on the door, shower cabin).

• ease of movement;
• makes it possible to quickly dry small accessories during the heating season;
• essential for families with small children.

• not designed for drying large items.

Bath dryer

It can take a horizontal position and be a plane that swears by a bath, or it can take the form of a gable roof, mounted on opposite sides of the bath.

• ease of use;
• suitable for linen made of delicate fabrics, which are contraindicated in spinning;
• It is convenient to hang when the dryer is in a horizontal position.

• only suitable for small accessories (underwear, socks, towels);
• Do not take a bath while drying laundry.

For shower cabin

Such dryers are close to radiator dryers, as they have the same device with them. The only difference is that the number of planes in the shower models is greater. They can be solid, in which the position of the “shelves” does not change, or transformers, where the shelves are rearranged (their height changes depending on the needs of the user) or folded.

• ease of use;
• suitable for delicate fabrics;
• mobility.

• not suitable for large items.

Top 10 popular brands in the Russian market in 2022

In 2022, 9 official trademarks are represented on the domestic market. Compare the pros and cons of brands and their products.

10th place - "Nika"

- a Russian company produces such types of dryers as: floor, radiator, wall.

Floor dryers are available in two configurations: with and without side flaps.

Dryers on a radiator with one / two surfaces.

The wall-mounted clothes dryer is represented by a model in the form of an accordion and has different dimensions.

• light weight makes it easy to move the dryer;
• budget: floor-standing from 550 rubles, radiators from 180 rubles, wall-mounted from 480 rubles;
• anti-corrosion coating extends the service life;
• plastic protection on the legs and joints of parts will protect things from damage, and the floor from scratches.

• limited color range;
• narrow product line.

9th place - "Red cat"

Domestic brand that produces households. products.The list of manufactured goods includes all types of dryers, the emphasis is on the minimum cost and ease of use. The presented models are produced in the usual white color and design.

• the most demanded types of dryers are presented;
• budget price (for a radiator - from 200 rubles, floor-standing - from 600, wall-mounted retractable - from 300);
• a large number of sizes.

• rapid wear of pull-out dryers.

8th place - "Attribute"

Clothes dryers made in Italy from galvanized or enameled steel.

• durability;
• a wide range of sizes of floor dryers;
• special system of safe unfolding, which does not injure hands;
• affordable prices (for a bath - from 1200 rubles, floor - from 1500 rubles).

• do not produce wall and ceiling models;
• the radiator dryer is hard to find in retail, ordering is possible from the website of the representative company.

7th place - "Actuel"

Ialyansky brand, represented on the Russian market by a narrow line of products: single-tier hanging dryer, retractable wall and floor dryer. The cost is in the range slightly above the average price category, but the models have several disadvantages.

• performance quality.

• the floor structure is made of plastic and can withstand no more than 5 kg. loads, which makes it non-functional at a price above the average for this model (2000 rubles);
• there is no variety and choice of models.

6th place - "Art Moon"

Country of origin China. The brand is represented on the Russian market by hinged, wall-mounted (retractable and folding), floor models.In addition, a stylish street model is presented, tripled like a roulette.

• interesting design;
• non-standard solutions (there is a floor model that unfolds upwards);
• a wide range of models;
• strength;
• ease of installation;
• average price range.

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5th place - "Meliconi"

An Italian brand that produces luxury items for the home.

• the presence of floor, modular, ceiling structures in stock;
• there are color models (blue, blue, olive, pink colors);
• structural strength and durability.

• high cost of floor modular dryers (from 6000 rubles).

4th place - "Leifheit"

German brand, presented on the market with elegant models of premium dryers. The variety of models and options will allow you to choose the right option for even the most demanding customers. There are dryers equipped with additional accessories (shoulders, a mesh for drying delicate items, a purse for clothespins).

• presence in the assortment of all types of dryers;
• elegant execution;
• many options for each type of dryer;
• color models;
• strength and durability;
• the presence of small-sized, but roomy models.

• high price, which can reach 12,000 rubles for a floor model with additional items.

3rd place - "Brabantia"

Country of origin - Belgium. Not only experienced designers, but also fashion designers had a hand in the creation of Brabantia dryers, they combine functionality and original design solutions.In addition to the well-known models of dryers, the company produces a street structure, tripled like an umbrella with "knitting needles" that stretch when unfolded. The bearing rod of the umbrella is installed in a sleeve dug into the ground, which allows you to take up a minimum of space on the ground and save space in your garden.

• style;
• reliability;
• ease of use.

• the price is calculated for VIP class clients (wall-mounted retractable dryer - from 4000, radiator - from 1400, floor "shelf" - from 14.000, floor with folding wings - from 11.000, street - from 9000).

2nd place - "Gimi"

An Italian brand that produces dryers of various models and designs, from the simplest to the most versatile. You can find in the range of devices made of aluminum, hard resin, stainless and galvanized steel. Floor standing dryers are equipped with wheels for mobility and ease of use.

• quality;
• a wide range of products;
• light weight;
• wall sliding models do not loosen over time;
• there is a telescopic wall model in which up to six guides can be extended;
• affordable prices: floor-standing from 2000, telescopic from 1000, for a bathtub from 460 rubles, "lift" from 1500 rubles, "accordion" from 700 rubles.
• the most expensive model costs about 5000 rubles.

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1st place - "Metaltex"

The country of origin is Italy. Metaltex relies on functionality, in the assortment of this company there are familiar models made of high-quality and durable materials.

• functionality;
• decent price-quality ratio;
• the presence of a convenient and durable hinged structure that can withstand up to 15 kg. underwear.

• minor disadvantages include the lack of colored models.

When choosing the optimal model, it is worth considering the strength of the structure, build quality, warranty period, its technical characteristics, appearance and ease of use.