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Candy Smart KSEC8LF Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£270Drying technology:condenserCapacity:8 kgEnergy efficiency class:BInstallation type:self-standing

Candy Smart KSEC8LF Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the dryer's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best dryers on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Technical score

30%

8.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of tumble-dryers
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the dryer's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, drying programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare dryers based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

35%

4.2

Performance

30%

7.3

Features

25%

8.5

Drying programs

10%

6.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 71% of tumble-dryers
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the dryer.
When it matters
When you want to know how a dryer performs in everyday use and how reliable it is according to user reviews.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 248 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 66% of tumble-dryers
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Candy Smart KSEC8LF

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the dryer's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, drying programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare dryers based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

35%

4.2

Performance

30%

7.3

Features

25%

8.5

Drying programs

10%

6.8

Design

6.4
User score
User score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the dryer.
When it matters
When you want to know how a dryer performs in everyday use and how reliable it is according to user reviews.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 248 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the dryer.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Candy Smart KSEC8LF has a user popularity of 9.3 points, which is lower than 74.7% of dryers.
9.3
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

8.0
Brand name
Candy
Drying technology
condenser
Drying technology
condenser
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This tumble dryer uses condenser drying technology which is less advanced than the technology of 71.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 18.9% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer has a capacity of 8 kg which is larger than the capacity of 17.6% of tumble dryers and equal to the capacity of 43.4% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
118 L
Drum volume
118 L
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <112 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 118 L which is larger than the drum volume of 48.9% of tumble dryers and equal to the drum volume of 18.5% of tumble dryers.
Inverter motor
no
Inverter motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This tumble dryer does not have an inverter motor. 38.4% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
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N. of drying programs
15
N. of drying programs
15
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
This tumble dryer has 15 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 61.5% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 33.6% of tumble dryers.
Super Easy Iron, Cotton, Whites, Mix & Dry, Synthetics, Shirts, Coloured, Baby, Jeans, Sport, Wool, Rapid 45', Relax Creases, Refresh, Smart Touch
N. of downloable programs
40
N. of downloable programs
40
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 40 downloadable programs which is more than the n. of downloadable programs of 81.4% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 18.6% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
no
Temperature selection
no
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This tumble dryer does not offer temperature selection. 40.2% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
yes
Selectable drying times
yes
â–² Better than 3% of models
This tumble dryer has adjustable drying times. 97.4% of tumble dryers have adjustable drying times.
60 - 220 min
Selectable drying level
yes
Selectable drying level
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 93.6%.
Ready to Iron, Dry Hanger, Dry Wardrobe, Extra-Dry.
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N. of advanced features
13
N. of advanced features
13
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 13 features which is more than the n. of features of 68% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 5.2% of tumble dryers.
Laundry detection system, Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Guided dry, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sistema di rilevamento del carico, Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Asciugatura guidata, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Système de détection de la charge, Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Séchage guidé, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sistema de detección de carga, Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Secado guiado, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Wäscheerkennungssystem, Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Geführtes Trocknen, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Beladingssensor, Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Begeleid drogen, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 57% of models
This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system. 42.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
Kg Detector (automatically adjusts drying cycle based on load weight)
Humidity sensors
yes
Humidity sensors
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This tumble dryer is equipped with humidity sensors. 88.9% of tumble dryers have humidity sensors.
Delayed start option
yes
Delayed start option
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This tumble dryer has a delayed start option. 92.5% of tumble dryers have this feature.
Smart Start Delay
Maximum delayed start
9 h
Maximum delayed start
9 h
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <19 h – >24 h
The maximum delayed start of this tumble dryer is 9 h which is shorter than the maximum delayed start of 92.2% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 7.8% of tumble dryers.
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Installation type
self-standing
Loading type
front-loading
Display
yes
Display
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This tumble dryer has a display. 93.6% of tumble dryers have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This tumble dryer includes a child lock. 93% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
?
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Candy Smart KSEC8LF vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 4 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    13
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <6 – >18
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Laundry detection system, Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Guided dry, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sistema di rilevamento del carico, Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Asciugatura guidata, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Système de détection de la charge, Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Séchage guidé, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sistema de detección de carga, Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Secado guiado, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Wäscheerkennungssystem, Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Geführtes Trocknen, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Beladingssensor, Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Begeleid drogen, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
    13 vs 9
  • 1 more drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    15
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (15 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Super Easy Iron, Cotton, Whites, Mix & Dry, Synthetics, Shirts, Coloured, Baby, Jeans, Sport, Wool, Rapid 45', Relax Creases, Refresh, Smart Touch
    15 vs 14
  • Includes a laundry detection system
    Laundry detection system
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system, which the average tumble dryer does not have. 42.8% of dryers offer this system.
    Kg Detector (automatically adjusts drying cycle based on load weight)
  • 40 more downloadable programs
    N. of downloable programs
    40
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0 – >40
    This tumble dryer supports more downloadable programs than the average tumble dryer (40 vs 0). The average dryer offers 0 downloadable programs.
    40 vs 0
  • Provides guided drying
    Guided dry
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This tumble dryer provides guided drying, which the average tumble dryer does not. 28.4% of dryers include guided drying functionality.
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    Smart diagnosis
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 32.7% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
    The Smart Check-up function in the Candy app monitors your dryer's status, sends maintenance notifications, and provides troubleshooting guides.
  • Includes NFC connectivity
    NFC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This tumble dryer includes NFC connectivity, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 8.5% of dryers include NFC connectivity.
    The NFC technology* lets you monitor drying cycles, receive tips, and access additional functions like smart check-up and extra cycles through your smartphone.
  • Baby program
    Baby program
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Baby program, which the average tumble dryer does not. 24.2% of dryers feature a Baby program.
  • 81.5% cheaper
    Candy Smart KSEC8LF is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£270 vs £490).
    £270 vs £490
  • 1 more drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    15
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (15 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Super Easy Iron, Cotton, Whites, Mix & Dry, Synthetics, Shirts, Coloured, Baby, Jeans, Sport, Wool, Rapid 45', Relax Creases, Refresh, Smart Touch
    15 vs 14
  • 40 more downloadable programs
    N. of downloable programs
    40
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0 – >40
    This tumble dryer supports more downloadable programs than the average tumble dryer (40 vs 0). The average dryer offers 0 downloadable programs.
    40 vs 0
  • Baby program
    Baby program
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Baby program, which the average tumble dryer does not. 24.2% of dryers feature a Baby program.
  • 32.5 min shorter ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    157 min
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <138 min – >238 min
    This tumble dryer has a shorter ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (157 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    157 min vs 189.5 min
  • 4 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    13
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <6 – >18
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Laundry detection system, Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Guided dry, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sistema di rilevamento del carico, Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Asciugatura guidata, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Système de détection de la charge, Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Séchage guidé, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sistema de detección de carga, Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Secado guiado, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Wäscheerkennungssystem, Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Geführtes Trocknen, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Beladingssensor, Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Begeleid drogen, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
    13 vs 9
  • Includes a laundry detection system
    Laundry detection system
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system, which the average tumble dryer does not have. 42.8% of dryers offer this system.
    Kg Detector (automatically adjusts drying cycle based on load weight)
  • Provides guided drying
    Guided dry
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This tumble dryer provides guided drying, which the average tumble dryer does not. 28.4% of dryers include guided drying functionality.
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    Smart diagnosis
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 32.7% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
    The Smart Check-up function in the Candy app monitors your dryer's status, sends maintenance notifications, and provides troubleshooting guides.
  • Includes NFC connectivity
    NFC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This tumble dryer includes NFC connectivity, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 8.5% of dryers include NFC connectivity.
    The NFC technology* lets you monitor drying cycles, receive tips, and access additional functions like smart check-up and extra cycles through your smartphone.
  • Compatible with voice assistants
    Compatible with voice assistants
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This tumble dryer is compatible with voice assistants, which the average tumble dryer is not. 33.8% of dryers are voice assistant compatible.
  • Shows consumption statistics
    Consumption statistics
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This tumble dryer displays consumption statistics, while the average tumble dryer does not. 33.2% of dryers show consumption data.
    The Simply-Fi App lets you monitor real-time energy consumption of your appliances during each program phase.
  • 27.3% lighter
    Weight
    32.7 kg
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <32.3 kg – >54.1 kg
    This tumble dryer is lighter than the average tumble dryer (32.7 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weighs 45 kg.
    32.7 kg vs 45 kg
  • 1.5% smaller volume
    Volume
    303,960 cm³
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <271.2k cm³ – >335.9k cm³
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (303960 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    303,960 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 2.33x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.56 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.6 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.56 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Less advanced drying technology
    Drying technology
    condenser
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This tumble dryer uses a less advanced drying technology than the average tumble dryer (condenser vs heat pump). The average dryer uses heat pump drying technology.
    condenser vs heat pump
  • 2.44x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    4.7 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <1.44 kWh – >4.81 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (4.7 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    4.7 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This tumble dryer does not have a special drum design, while the average tumble dryer does. 54.1% of dryers feature a special drum design.
  • Does not support gentle drying
    Gentle drying
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 51.5% of dryers support this feature.
  • 4 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    69 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (69 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    69 dB vs 65 dB
  • 15 h shorter maximum delayed start
    Maximum delayed start
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This tumble dryer allows for a shorter maximum delayed start than the average tumble dryer (9 h vs 24 h). The average dryer allows for 24 h hours of delayed start.
    9 h vs 24 h
  • 15 min longer fast cycle duration
    Fast cycle duration
    45 min
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <23 min – >45 min
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (45 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    45 min vs 30 min
  • 2.33x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.56 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.6 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.56 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Less advanced drying technology
    Drying technology
    condenser
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This tumble dryer uses a less advanced drying technology than the average tumble dryer (condenser vs heat pump). The average dryer uses heat pump drying technology.
    condenser vs heat pump
  • 2.44x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    4.7 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <1.44 kWh – >4.81 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (4.7 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    4.7 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 4 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    69 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (69 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    69 dB vs 65 dB
  • Worse water recovery efficiency class
    Water recovery efficiency class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    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
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (B vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    B vs A+++
  • 2.39x higher annual energy consumption
    Annual energy consumption
    561 kWh/year
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <176 kWh/year – >577 kWh/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy consumption than the average tumble dryer (561 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average dryer consumes 235 kWh/year annually.
    561 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 2.39x higher annual energy cost
    Annual energy cost
    168.3 £/year
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <52.8 £/year – >173.1 £/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (168.3 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    168.3 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • Does not support gentle drying
    Gentle drying
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 51.5% of dryers support this feature.
  • 15 min longer fast cycle duration
    Fast cycle duration
    45 min
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <23 min – >45 min
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (45 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    45 min vs 30 min
  • 15 h shorter maximum delayed start
    Maximum delayed start
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This tumble dryer allows for a shorter maximum delayed start than the average tumble dryer (9 h vs 24 h). The average dryer allows for 24 h hours of delayed start.
    9 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This tumble dryer does not have a special drum design, while the average tumble dryer does. 54.1% of dryers feature a special drum design.
  • No transparent door
    Transparent door
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This tumble dryer does not have a transparent door, the average tumble dryer does. 85.1% of dryers have this feature.
  • Door hinge
    left
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tumble dryer has a left door hinge, while the average tumble dryer has reversible.
    left vs reversible
  • 0.1% higher height
    Height
    85 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <84.2 cm – >85 cm
    This tumble dryer has a higher height than the average tumble dryer (85 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    85 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • Water recovery system
    water tank (bottom)
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This tumble dryer features a water tank (bottom) water recovery system, while the average tumble dryer uses water tank (top).
    water tank (bottom) vs water tank (top)

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Verdict

Candy Smart KSEC8LF includes 15 drying programs and a guided drying system that adjusts automatically using load sensors and humidity detection. It supports NFC connectivity, consumption tracking, and post-dry anti-crease motion. Despite its low weight and ergonomic door position, it consumes 4.7 kWh per cycle and holds a modest energy efficiency class B. Noise levels reach 69 dB, and the motor warranty is limited to one year. While it handles daily laundry well, it lacks advanced options like inverter motor, Wi-Fi, or special drum patterns.

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