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Beko DPU7404XE review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:7 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A+Installation type:self-standing

Beko DPU7404XE Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Beko DPU7404XE
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

75%

7.3

Technical score

25%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 56% of tumble dryers
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 85%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

35%

6.7

Performance

30%

6.4

Features

25%

8.8

Drying programs

10%

8.3

Design

â–²Better than 50%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models

70%

8.5

Rating

30%

8.8

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 51%
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Ranked #165 of 570 models in Tumble dryers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Beko DPU7404XE

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

35%

6.7

Performance

30%

6.4

Features

25%

8.8

Drying programs

10%

8.3

Design

7.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

8.2
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
7 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 7 kg of laundry, which is less than 81.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 12.3% 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)
A+
This tumble dryer has an energy efficiency class that is worse than that of 69.3% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.7% 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
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
?
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 DPU7404XE 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
  • Includes a fast drying function
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 22.8% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 0.2% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 2.1% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (301015.3 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    301,015.26 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 1.8% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 54.8% cheaper
    Beko DPU7404XE is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£310 vs £480).
    £310 vs £480
  • 8.3% better value for money
    Beko DPU7404XE has better value for money than the average tumble dryer (8.19 vs 7.6).
    8.19 vs 7.56
  • 54.8% cheaper
    Beko DPU7404XE is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£310 vs £480).
    £310 vs £480
  • 8.3% better value for money
    Beko DPU7404XE has better value for money than the average tumble dryer (8.19 vs 7.6).
    8.19 vs 7.56
  • 4.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.5 vs 8.1
  • 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 a fast drying function
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 22.8% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 0.2% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 2.1% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (301015.3 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    301,015.26 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 1.8% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 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
  • Does not have a duvet program
    This tumble dryer does not have a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does. 52.8% of dryers have this program.
  • 1 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (66 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    66 dB vs 65 dB
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A+ vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    A+ vs A+++
  • 8.9% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (49 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    49 kg vs 45 kg
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible
  • 1 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (66 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    66 dB vs 65 dB
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A+ vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    A+ vs A+++
  • Does not have a duvet program
    This tumble dryer does not have a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does. 52.8% of dryers have this program.
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible
  • 8.9% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (49 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    49 kg vs 45 kg

Third-party reviews

What we like about Beko DPU7404XE

  • At 59.5 cm wide, it fits a narrow kitchen or laundry corner.
  • Energy class A+ and 266 kWh per year keep power use low.
  • The fast function shortens light loads.
  • A delayed start of up to 24 h lets you plan ahead.
  • Wool, jeans and outdoor programs cover everyday clothes.
  • The child lock keeps small hands away from the controls.

What we don't like about Beko DPU7404XE

  • A 7 kg drum is small for a family's weekly wash.
  • At 66 dB it is noticeable in a quiet room.
  • At 49 kg it is heavy to move.
  • The door hinges on the right, which may not suit every kitchen layout.

Verdict

At 59.5 cm wide, the Beko DPU7404XE suits a small kitchen or a flat with a narrow laundry corner. It is a heat pump dryer with a 7 kg drum, so it fits one person or a couple well. The fast function shortens light loads, and a delayed start of up to 24 h lets you plan ahead. Energy class A+ and 266 kWh per year mean it uses little power for a dryer. Wool, jeans and outdoor programs cover the usual clothes, and an interior light helps you check the drum. The trade-offs are noise and weight: 66 dB is noticeable in a quiet room, and at 49 kg it is heavy to move. It suits a couple with a tight laundry space who do not need to dry big loads.

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