Miele Heat Pump Dryer

[labboy]

We are considering a major kitchen remodel. Our washer and dryer are in the laundry room adjacent to the kitchen. (We currently have a an LG front loading pair with a gas dryer.)

As part of the remodel, I’m thinking about getting a Miele pair. My concern is the heat pump dryer. With going from gas to a heat pump model, will I regret it because of long drying times? I like everything else about Miele but wary because of the heat pump dryer.

If you’ve used one of the recent Miele heat pump dryers, please let me know your thoughts.

Thanks!
Bob

 

[mrlaundry1011]

I’ve had my T1 (TEF645 - the most basic A+++ eco speed model with chrome) for over 2yr now and I love it. Times vary a lot depending on what you’re washing but usually it’s between 1-2.5hr for the biggest load of towels you can fit inside (also 650gsm). Bedding usually takes 2hr for me as ours are quite thick and it reverses for 30sec every 2.5min. Between my Beko hybrid, Bosch Serie 6 and the Miele it’s the quickest, least hassle and the coolest running. Obviously prog times are shortened a lot if you are doing loads back to back using the heat from the previous load. I’ve never used gas however, only vented, heat pump and condenser washer dryers

 

[littlegreeny]

I have the WXR/TXR860 set and don't love the dryer. It's loud between the compressor and the clicking it makes twice during each revolution. I have to dry sheets in three loads otherwise they come out in a wrinkled mess.

The washer is good not great. It seems somewhat rough on laundry. Not nearly as gentle as Miele makes you think.

Save your money and stick with your LG set.

 

[launderess]

Cannot help you with Miele heat pump dryers, but do own a condenser dryer (AEG).

In general going from a vented electric or gas dryer to any sort of condenser version will mean a learning curve and yes some tradeoffs.

Very long story short some owners swear by their Miele heat pump dryers, others at them. My personal ongoing count from people one knows shows latter group streets ahead.

My standard first advice about Miele appliances applies; find out what local service is like in your area before buying.

 

[henene4]

If you have space, and don't need to switch from a full size unit, I don't see why you should.

If you know EU size dryers, the Mieles are certainly not terrible.
But they are that - good in a entirely different market segment.

They aren't terribly slow compared to the washers they ship with.
90min is the average I came out to when I had mine.

If it is about getting rid of the vent due to relocation of the cabinet, LG makes a ventless full size WashTower with a full size heat pump dryer.

Otherwise, I would try to stick with what you have.

 

[combo52]

There is simply no reason to switch from a gas dryer, even when you consider environmental concerns unless you’re generating all of your power off the grid with all renewable power sources.

John

 

[johnbee]

I totally disagree with everyone.
I switched from an LG regular washer and dryer to MIELE Washer and Heatpump Dryer.

Let me say just simple.
I LOVE IT!
I have the dryer since 2019. Already 2000 cycles on it.
0 Issues. A full load of towels takes 1hour and 15 minutes to dry.
Regular load is an hour.

And don't forget its NOT only the savings on the dryer itself BUT don't forget the savings in Cooling&Heating.
You gas dryer has a vent. That means it will suck your heated or cooled air and will vent it outside of your house.

I don't regret the switch. GO For it you'll love it.

PS. Miele washers and dryers have a 18lbs capacity. Thats more than enough for a family of 4.

 

[novum]

I have a T2 fairly high end version of it since 2018 or so and can’t say a bad word about it.
Excellent machine and produces great results.

Heat pump dryers like these aren’t really comparable to condenser dryers that use simple heat exchangers. They’re a very different beast.

Effectively it’s an air conditioner in a closed loop dehumidifying the air. The water vapour is forced out of the air as it passes through.

It makes for a very gentle, reasonably fast and and very energy efficient way of drying clothes.

In practical terms it works just like any other Miele dryer. You won’t notice a lot of difference other than an extra foam filter behind a door in the plinth.

The dryer can also be very easily connected to a drain, I just put the narrow drain tune into the same standpipe as the washing machine and it works perfectly. There’s no emptying of condensed water or anything like that.

The only thing I would say is that in my opinion the scent flacons are bit of a gimmick.

Also never, ever use bounce or dryer sheets. It’s likely to cause build ups in the condensing system and it’s also just totally unnecessary in a Miele dryer as they don’t produce static. The drum stainless steel and is grounded.