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Beko BMT491WI review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£480Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A+++Installation type:self-standing

Beko BMT491WI Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Beko BMT491WI
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

75%

7.9

Technical score

25%

?

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

▲Better than 71% of tumble dryers
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

▲Better than 73%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 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
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

35%

9.2

Performance

30%

5.8

Features

25%

9.2

Drying programs

10%

6.8

Design

▲Better than 72%
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User score

User score
8.1/ 10
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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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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.1, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
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Best prices
    N/A~ £480
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Beko BMT491WI

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

35%

9.2

Performance

30%

5.8

Features

25%

9.2

Drying programs

10%

6.8

Design

7.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

8.0
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
9 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 9 kg of laundry, which is more than 58.8% of tumble dryers and equal to 29.3% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
?
Inverter motor
yes
This tumble dryer has an inverter motor. 42.6% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Energy efficiency class (old label)
A+++
This tumble dryer has an energy efficiency class which is better than that of 69.3% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 30.7% of tumble dryers.
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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
yes
This tumble dryer offers 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
10
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 10 features which is more than the n. of features of 51.3% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 9.7% 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 BMT491WI vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • Has an inverter motor
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.6% of dryers have an inverter motor.
  • 8 year/s longer motor warranty
    This tumble dryer has a longer motor warranty than the average tumble dryer (10 year/s vs 2 year/s). The average dryer includes a 2 year/s motor warranty.
    10 year/s vs 2 year/s
  • 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
  • Includes an ECO function
    This tumble dryer has an ECO function, which the average tumble dryer does not. 21.5% of dryers include an ECO function.
  • Better water recovery efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a better water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    A vs B
  • 1 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Has an inverter motor
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.6% of dryers have an inverter motor.
  • 8 year/s longer motor warranty
    This tumble dryer has a longer motor warranty than the average tumble dryer (10 year/s vs 2 year/s). The average dryer includes a 2 year/s motor warranty.
    10 year/s vs 2 year/s
  • Better water recovery efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a better water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    A vs B
  • 1 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (63 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    63 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
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • 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.
  • Has a silent mode/program
    This tumble dryer has a silent mode/program, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 25.1% of dryers have a silent mode/program.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • Includes an ECO function
    This tumble dryer has an ECO function, which the average tumble dryer does not. 21.5% of dryers include an ECO function.
  • 1 more advanced features
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (10 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    10 vs 9
  • Includes a reversible door
    This tumble dryer has a reversible door, which the average tumble dryer does not. 25.9% of dryers have reversible doors.
  • 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
  • 10.5% larger volume
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (339970.2 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    339,970.176 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 10.3% larger depth
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (67.2 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    67.2 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 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
  • 10.5% larger volume
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (339970.2 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    339,970.176 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 10.3% larger depth
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (67.2 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    67.2 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 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

Third-party reviews

What we like about Beko BMT491WI

  • The A+++ energy class with 194 kWh/year keeps energy use low.
  • The silent program lets it run while the house sleeps.
  • The inverter motor adds efficiency and less noise.
  • 15 programs cover wool, jeans, duvets and outdoor gear.
  • The reversible door suits awkward room layouts.
  • A delayed start lets you set the drying time.

What we don't like about Beko BMT491WI

  • At 45 kg it is hard to move.
  • Its 67.2 cm depth needs more floor space than shallower models.
  • It has no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be controlled from a phone.
  • Its size makes it a poor fit for a small flat.

Verdict

Quiet running and an A+++ energy label set the Beko BMT491WI apart for a home with night-time drying. It is a heat pump model with an inverter motor and a 9 kg drum. The silent program and a noise level of 63 dB keep it calm while the house sleeps. With 15 programs, it covers wool, jeans, duvets and outdoor gear, and a delayed start lets you set a time. The reversible door can be hinged either way, which helps with awkward room layouts. The trade-off is size: at 45 kg and 67.2 cm deep it needs room and help to move. It has no Wi-Fi, so there are no app controls. It suits a buyer who wants a quiet, efficient dryer for a family.

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