Midea MD205H80BW/W-BK tumble dryer, 8 kg, energy class C, 102 kWh, 64 dB

The dryer takes 8 kg of laundry, which is close to a full load from a typical household washing machine. In most cases you can move a whole wash into the dryer at once without splitting it in two. The manufacturer does not list the drying system type, programmes or extra functions, so check those details in the user manual for the model.

The manufacturer gives energy class C and an annual energy consumption of 102 kWh. The annual figure helps you compare dryers: the lower the kWh, the less electricity the dryer uses in normal operation. The full energy label and the measurement conditions are in the appliance documentation.

The maximum noise level of the dryer is 64 dB. If it stands in a bathroom next to a bedroom, it is better to plan drying for the daytime. In a utility room or a separate space the noise is usually not an issue, because a closed door dampens the sound.

The dryer is 60 cm wide, 60 cm deep and 85 cm high and weighs 44 kg. A depth of 60 cm is shallow for a tumble dryer and suits a narrower bathroom, while the width and height match a standard washing machine. Before installation, also measure the space needed for opening the door.

Midea MD205H80BW/W-BK suits a smaller household or a flat where laundry needs to be dried at home and a 60 cm deep dryer fits better than a deeper model. The 8 kg capacity covers one typical washing machine load, and the annual consumption of 102 kWh and noise level of 64 dB are clear figures to compare against other models.