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Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180Drying technology:ventedCapacity:3 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):?Installation type:self-standing

Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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Score components

75%

6.3

Technical score

25%

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

â–¼Worse than 78% of tumble dryers
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 56%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Performance

30%

6.5

Features

25%

6.3

Drying programs

10%

9.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 82%
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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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<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.
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Best prices
    N/A~ £180
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Ranked #550 of 570 models in Tumble dryers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

35%

5.3

Performance

30%

6.5

Features

25%

6.3

Drying programs

10%

9.1

Design

6.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
Drying technology
vented
This tumble dryer uses a vented drying system, which is less efficient than 90.1% of tumble dryers and equal to 9.9% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
3 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 3 kg of laundry, which is less than 94.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 3.2% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
115 L
Market range: <112 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 115 L, which is larger than 46.7% of tumble dryers and equal to 4.6% of tumble dryers.
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
8
Market range: <10 – >15
This tumble dryer has 8 different drying programs which is fewer than the n. of programs of 90.6% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 1.8% 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
?
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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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Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 12 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (53 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    53 dB vs 65 dB
  • 56% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (135222.7 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    135,222.696 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 38.4% lower height
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (52.3 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    52.3 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • Hygiene program
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 39% of dryers have a Hygiene program.
  • 15.8% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (51.3 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    51.3 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 15.4% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (50.4 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    50.4 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£180 vs £480).
    £180 vs £480
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£180 vs £480).
    £180 vs £480
  • 12 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (53 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    53 dB vs 65 dB
  • Hygiene program
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 39% of dryers have a Hygiene program.
  • 56% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (135222.7 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    135,222.696 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 38.4% lower height
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (52.3 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    52.3 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • 15.8% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (51.3 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    51.3 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 15.4% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (50.4 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    50.4 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 6 fewer drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    8 vs 14
  • Less efficient drying system
    This tumble dryer uses a vented drying system, which is less efficient than the average tumble dryer (vented vs heat pump).
    vented vs heat pump
  • 5 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (3 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    3 kg vs 8 kg
  • Less efficient drying system
    This tumble dryer uses a vented drying system, which is less efficient than the average tumble dryer (vented vs heat pump).
    vented vs heat pump
  • 5 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (3 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    3 kg vs 8 kg
  • 6 fewer drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    8 vs 14

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.5
lacasasibarita.es
✓ explicit
13/07/2026
Hands-on test · Vented compact dryer
Verdict
The Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V is a compact vented dryer for one or two people in small homes, but it needs a vent hose to the outside.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V

  • At 50.4 cm wide and 52.3 cm high it fits on a worktop or beside a washer.
  • Humidity sensors stop the cycle once the clothes are dry, without overheating them.
  • The drum turns both ways, so shirts crease less.
  • A shoe rack is included.
  • Canvas trainers dried in about 45 min in tests, with no banging.
  • The energy class is A.

What we don't like about Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V

  • The 3 kg capacity is too small for a family.
  • A vent hose to a window or outside is required.
  • There are only 8 programs, so there is less choice.
  • Two kilos of thick towels took about 2 h 50 min in tests.
  • One towel stayed damp at the seams in tests.

Verdict

Small enough to fit on a worktop, the Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 3500V suits one person or a couple who dry small loads. At 50.4 cm wide and 52.3 cm high it takes very little room. The drum turns both ways, so shirts crease less, and humidity sensors stop the cycle once the clothes are dry. The real limit is the 3 kg capacity, which is too small for a family. The bigger downside is the vent. A hose to a window or outside is required, or the humid air stays in the room. In tests, 2 kg of thick towels took about 2 h 50 min, and one towel stayed damp at the seams. It fits a buyer with a window to vent through and small, regular loads to dry.

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