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Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class:A+++Installation type:self-standing

Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 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.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Technical Score

30%

7.1

User score

▼Worse than 60% of tumble-dryers
7.3

Technical Score

Technical score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

35%

8.3

Performance

30%

5.4

Features

25%

8.6

Drying programs

10%

6.7

Design

▲Better than 57% of tumble-dryers
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 33 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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.
▼Worse than 96% of tumble-dryers
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Verdict

The Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ heat pump tumble dryer offers peak energy conservation and sophisticated garment handling in an elegant dark stainless steel finish. Featuring a nine-kilogram capacity drum driven by an efficient brushless inverter motor backed by a three-year warranty, this modern appliance secures the highest A+++ energy efficiency rating, consuming an impressively low 193 kilowatt-hours annually. Its textured Pearl Drum surface cushions fabrics during tumbling, ensuring uniform air circulation while preventing snagging and premature friction wear. The integrated memory function allows users to save and recall preferred custom drying settings instantly. With fifteen tailored drying programs covering wool, duvets, baby care, and sportswear, precise humidity sensors, Pause & Add functionality, and a 24-hour delay timer, it delivers high-performance drying with modern design appeal.

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171

Technical Score
Technical score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

35%

8.3

Performance

30%

5.4

Features

25%

8.6

Drying programs

10%

6.7

Design

7.3
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A0.1% 02171 has a technical score of 7.3 points, which is higher than 57.1% of dryers.
User score
User score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 33 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.
7.1
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A50% 02171 has a user score of 7.07 points, which is lower than 96.4% of dryers.
Popularity
Popularity
6.3/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Popularity:
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A50% 02171 has a popularity of 6.3 points, which is higher than 75.2% of dryers.
6.3
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A50% 02171 has a popularity of 6.3 points, which is higher than 75.2% of dryers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

7.8

Price

7.4
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A50% 02171 has a value for money of 7.4 points, which is lower than 58.4% of dryers.
Brand name
Cecotec
Drying technology
heat pump
Drying technology
heat pump
▲ Better than 29% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A70.9% 02171 uses heat pump drying technology which is more advanced than the technology of 29.2% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 70.8% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
▲ Better than 61% of models
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A43.6% 02171 has a capacity of 9 kg which is larger than the capacity of 61.2% of tumble dryers and equal to the capacity of 28.7% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
?
Inverter motor
yes
Inverter motor
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A38.4% 02171 has an inverter motor. 38.4% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Inverter Plus Motor (energy-efficient motor that saves 50% power and reduces noise during washing and spinning)
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N. of drying programs
15
N. of drying programs
15
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A18.3% 02171 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.
Mix, Bedding, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Towel, Babycare, Sports, Synthetics, Quick dry, Underwear, Wool, Down, Refresh, Delicate
N. of downloable programs
0
N. of downloable programs
0
▼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A27.9% 02171 has 0 downloadable programs which is fewer than the n. of downloadable programs of 28% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 72% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
no
Temperature selection
no
▼ Worse than 40% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A40.2% 02171 does not offer temperature selection. 40.2% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
yes
Selectable drying times
yes
▲ Better than 3% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A97.4% 02171 has adjustable drying times. 97.4% of tumble dryers have adjustable drying times.
10 - 150 min
Selectable drying level
yes
Selectable drying level
yes
▲ Better than 6% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A93.6% 02171 allows drying level customization. 93.6%.
Super dry, Standard, Light dry
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N. of advanced features
9
N. of advanced features
9
▼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <6 – >18
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A15.2% 02171 has 9 features which is more than the n. of features of 40.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 15% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Memory function, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Silent mode/program, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, Funzione memoria, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Modalità/programma silenzioso, Asciugatura delicata, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, Fonction de mémoire, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Mode/programme silencieux, Séchage délicat, Mouvement du tambour après séchage;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, Función de memoria, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Modo/programa silencioso, Secado delicado, Movimiento del tambor post-secado;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, Speicherfunktion, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Leiser Modus/Programm, Schontrocknung, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, Geheugenfunctie, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Stille modus/programma, Zachte droging, Trommelbeweging na drogen
Laundry detection system
no
Laundry detection system
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A42.8% 02171 lacks a laundry detection system. 42.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
Humidity sensors
yes
Humidity sensors
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A88.9% 02171 is equipped with humidity sensors. 88.9% of tumble dryers have humidity sensors.
Delayed start option
yes
Delayed start option
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A92.5% 02171 has a delayed start option. 92.5% of tumble dryers have this feature.
Maximum delayed start
24 h
Maximum delayed start
24 h
▲ Better than 27% of models
Market range: <19 h – >24 h
The maximum delayed start of Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A73.2% 02171 is 24 h which is longer than the maximum delayed start of 26.9% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 73.1% of tumble dryers.
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Installation type
self-standing
Loading type
front-loading
Display
yes
Display
yes
▲ Better than 6% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A93.6% 02171 has a display. 93.6% of tumble dryers have a display.
Full Touch Control
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A93% 02171 includes a child lock. 93% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
?
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Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • Has an inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 38.4% of dryers have an inverter motor.
    Inverter Plus Motor (energy-efficient motor that saves 50% power and reduces noise during washing and spinning)
  • 1 more drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    15
    ▲ 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.
    Mix, Bedding, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Towel, Babycare, Sports, Synthetics, Quick dry, Underwear, Wool, Down, Refresh, Delicate
    15 vs 14
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Has a silent mode/program
    Silent mode/program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This tumble dryer has a silent mode/program, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 25.3% of dryers have a silent mode/program.
    Extra silent cycle
  • Baby program
    Baby program
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Can save settings to memory
    Memory function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This tumble dryer can save drying settings to memory, which the average tumble dryer cannot. 31.7% of dryers have this feature.
  • Bed linen program
    Bed linen program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 37.6% of dryers have this program.
  • Duvet program
    Duvet program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.2% of dryers have this program.
  • Has an inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 38.4% of dryers have an inverter motor.
    Inverter Plus Motor (energy-efficient motor that saves 50% power and reduces noise during washing and spinning)
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 year/s longer motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    3 year/s
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 year/s – >10 year/s
    This tumble dryer has a longer motor warranty than the average tumble dryer (3 year/s vs 2 year/s). The average dryer includes a 2 year/s motor warranty.
    3 year/s vs 2 year/s
  • 1 more drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    15
    ▲ 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.
    Mix, Bedding, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Towel, Babycare, Sports, Synthetics, Quick dry, Underwear, Wool, Down, Refresh, Delicate
    15 vs 14
  • Baby program
    Baby program
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Has a silent mode/program
    Silent mode/program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This tumble dryer has a silent mode/program, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 25.3% of dryers have a silent mode/program.
    Extra silent cycle
  • Bed linen program
    Bed linen program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 37.6% of dryers have this program.
  • Duvet program
    Duvet program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This tumble dryer has a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.2% of dryers have this program.
  • 34.5 min shorter ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    155 min
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <138 min – >238 min
    This tumble dryer has a shorter ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (155 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    155 min vs 189.5 min
  • Can save settings to memory
    Memory function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This tumble dryer can save drying settings to memory, which the average tumble dryer cannot. 31.7% of dryers have this feature.
  • 0.5% lower height
    Height
    84.5 cm
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <84.2 cm – >85 cm
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (84.5 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    84.5 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    Bidirectional drum movement
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 63.9% of dryers use this technology.
  • 5 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    70 dB
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (70 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    70 dB vs 65 dB
  • 0.3% wider
    Width
    59.8 cm
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <59.5 cm – >60 cm
    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
  • 6.8% larger volume
    Volume
    329,462.12 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <271.2k cm³ – >335.9k cm³
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (329462.1 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    329,462.12 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 7.1% larger depth
    Depth
    65.2 cm
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <53.7 cm – >66.3 cm
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (65.2 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    65.2 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • Door hinge
    left
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tumble dryer has a left door hinge, while the average tumble dryer has reversible.
    left vs reversible
  • 20.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171
    the average tumble dryer
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 has a lower user score than the average tumble dryer (7.07 vs 8.505).
    7.07 vs 8.51
  • 3.6% higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    1.14 kWh
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (1.1 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    1.14 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • 20.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171
    the average tumble dryer
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 has a lower user score than the average tumble dryer (7.07 vs 8.505).
    7.07 vs 8.51
  • 26.8% less popular
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode Dry 9400 Steel A+++ 02171 is less popular than the average tumble dryer (6.3 vs 8).
    6.3 vs 7.98
  • 5 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    70 dB
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (70 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    70 dB vs 65 dB
  • 3.6% higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    1.14 kWh
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (1.1 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    1.14 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • 1.6% higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    1.96 kWh
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1.44 kWh – >4.81 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (2 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    1.96 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    Bidirectional drum movement
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 63.9% of dryers use this technology.
  • 0.3% wider
    Width
    59.8 cm
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <59.5 cm – >60 cm
    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
  • 6.8% larger volume
    Volume
    329,462.12 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <271.2k cm³ – >335.9k cm³
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (329462.1 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    329,462.12 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 7.1% larger depth
    Depth
    65.2 cm
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <53.7 cm – >66.3 cm
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (65.2 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    65.2 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • Door hinge
    left
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This tumble dryer has a left door hinge, while the average tumble dryer has reversible.
    left vs reversible

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