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Beko BM3T38210W1 review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£680Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:8 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):?Installation type:self-standing

Beko BM3T38210W1 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Beko BM3T38210W1
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

75%

7.0

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.1, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 61% of tumble dryers
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

35%

6.8

Performance

30%

5.1

Features

25%

8.9

Drying programs

10%

8.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 61%
?

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.1, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.1, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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    N/A~ £680
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Beko BM3T38210W1

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

35%

6.8

Performance

30%

5.1

Features

25%

8.9

Drying programs

10%

8.5

Design

7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

7.1
Drying technology
heat pump
This tumble dryer uses a heat pump drying system, which is more efficient than 25.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 74.5% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 8 kg of laundry, which is more than 18.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 40% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
?
Inverter motor
no
This tumble dryer does not have an inverter motor. 42.6% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Energy efficiency class (old label)
?
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N. of drying programs
15
Market range: <10 – >15
This tumble dryer has 15 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 57% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 34.7% of tumble dryers.
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 0 downloadable programs which is fewer than the n. of downloadable programs of 24.6% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 75.4% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
no
This tumble dryer does not offer temperature selection. 43.1% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
yes
This tumble dryer has adjustable drying times. 97.4% of tumble dryers have adjustable drying times.
Selectable drying level
yes
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 95.4%.
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N. of advanced features
8
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 8 features which is fewer than the n. of features of 64.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 13% of tumble dryers.
Laundry detection system
no
This tumble dryer lacks a laundry detection system. 43.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
Humidity sensors
yes
This tumble dryer is equipped with humidity sensors. 90.8% of tumble dryers have humidity sensors.
Delayed start option
yes
This tumble dryer has a delayed start option. 92.8% of tumble dryers have this feature.
Maximum delayed start
24 h
Market range: <19 h – >24 h
The maximum delayed start of this tumble dryer is 24 h which is longer than the maximum delayed start of 25.5% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 74.5% of tumble dryers.
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Installation type
self-standing
This tumble dryer is self-standing, which is less suited to fitted kitchens than 0.7% of tumble dryers and equal to 99.3% of tumble dryers.
Loading type
front-loading
This tumble dryer is front-loading, which is equal to 100% of tumble dryers.
Display
yes
This tumble dryer has a display. 94.4% of tumble dryers have a display.
Child lock
yes
This tumble dryer includes a child lock. 94% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
yes
This tumble dryer has an antivibration design. 0.3% of tumble dryers offer this.
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Beko BM3T38210W1 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 1 more drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (15 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    15 vs 14
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Hygiene program
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 39% of dryers have a Hygiene program.
  • 10.4% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (275719.9 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    275,719.86 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 10.5% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 1 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (64 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    64 dB vs 65 dB
  • 16 min shorter fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a shorter fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (14 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    14 min vs 30 min
  • 1 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (64 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    64 dB vs 65 dB
  • 1 more drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (15 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    15 vs 14
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Hygiene program
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 39% of dryers have a Hygiene program.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 16 min shorter fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a shorter fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (14 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    14 min vs 30 min
  • 10.4% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (275719.9 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    275,719.86 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 10.5% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 12.2% lighter
    This tumble dryer is lighter than the average tumble dryer (39.5 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weighs 45 kg.
    39.5 kg vs 45 kg
  • 0.4% lower height
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (84.6 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    84.6 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    8 vs 9
  • 0.3% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Worse water recovery efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (C vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    C vs B
  • 41.7% more expensive
    Beko BM3T38210W1 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£680 vs £480).
    £680 vs £480
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible
  • 7% worse value for money
    Beko BM3T38210W1 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.06 vs 7.6).
    7.06 vs 7.56
  • 14.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (209 min vs 194.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 194.5 min.
    209 min vs 194.5 min
  • 41.7% more expensive
    Beko BM3T38210W1 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£680 vs £480).
    £680 vs £480
  • 7% worse value for money
    Beko BM3T38210W1 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.06 vs 7.6).
    7.06 vs 7.56
  • Worse water recovery efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (C vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    C vs B
  • 14.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (209 min vs 194.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 194.5 min.
    209 min vs 194.5 min
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    8 vs 9
  • 0.3% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible

Third-party reviews

What we like about Beko BM3T38210W1

  • A full 8 kg load uses only 1.44 kWh.
  • At 54.5 cm deep it fits shallow spaces.
  • Allergen and hygiene programs suit households with allergies.
  • Gentle drying is kind to delicate fabrics.
  • The duvet program handles bulky bedding.
  • The transparent door shows the drum at a glance.

What we don't like about Beko BM3T38210W1

  • Energy class E looks poor, even though per-cycle use is low.
  • At 64 dB it is audible in a quiet room.
  • An 8 kg drum means larger families may need two loads.
  • It needs a full-size gap of about 60 cm, so narrow alcoves are out.

Verdict

Depth is what sets the Beko BM3T38210W1 apart: at 54.5 cm it fits shallow spaces where deeper machines stick out. Its 8 kg capacity suits most family loads, and a full cycle uses 1.44 kWh, a low figure for the size. The allergen and hygiene programs suit homes with allergies, and the duvet and refresh programs handle bulky items. The transparent door lets you check the drum without opening it. Gentle drying is another help for delicate fabrics. The trade-off is the energy label. It is class E, which looks poor on paper even though a full cycle uses little power. At 39.5 kg it is light enough to move for cleaning behind it. It suits a tight laundry space and households that want allergy-friendly cycles.

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