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Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£520Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:8 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A++Installation type:self-standing

Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS Review: Compare 80 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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 66% of models
Score components

75%

7.8

Technical score

25%

?

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

▲Better than 66% of tumble dryers
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

▲Better than 68%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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 70% of models
Score components

35%

7.9

Performance

30%

7.4

Features

25%

8.7

Drying programs

10%

7.0

Design

▲Better than 70%
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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.
No ratings from across the web yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £520
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 70% of models
Score components:

35%

7.9

Performance

30%

7.4

Features

25%

8.7

Drying programs

10%

7.0

Design

7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 68% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

7.9
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
8 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 8 kg of laundry, which is more than 18.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 40% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
125 L
Market range: <110 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 125 L, which is larger than 78.4% of tumble dryers and equal to 20.1% 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)
A++
This tumble dryer has an energy efficiency class which is better than that of 30.9% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 38.3% of tumble dryers.
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N. of drying programs
15
Market range: <9 – >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.
All In One, Dark & Colored, Whites, ECO Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Quick 30'/45'/59', Sport Plus, Down Jackets, Wool, Anti-Allergy, Trainers, Anti-Odor, Remote Control
N. of downloadable programs
15
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 15 downloadable programs which is more than the n. of downloadable programs of 79.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 3% 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.
Time cycle selection (can switch from automatic to programmed mode within 3 minutes of start, adding time in 10-minute intervals)
Selectable drying level
yes
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 95.4%.
Ready to Iron, Dry Hanger, Dry Wardrobe, Extra-Dry
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N. of advanced features
13
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 13 features which is more than the n. of features of 66.8% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.7% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
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.
Sensor drying system automatically stops drying when sensors detect your chosen dryness level by monitoring moisture and temperature.
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
?
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Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 4 more advanced features
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
    13 vs 9
  • 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
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 28.4% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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.
    All In One, Dark & Colored, Whites, ECO Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Quick 30'/45'/59', Sport Plus, Down Jackets, Wool, Anti-Allergy, Trainers, Anti-Odor, Remote Control
    15 vs 14
  • 8.7% larger drum
    This tumble dryer has a larger drum than the average tumble dryer (125 L vs 115 L). The average tumble dryer has a drum of 115 L.
    125 L vs 115 L
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 30.6% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    This tumble dryer supports Bluetooth, while the average tumble dryer does not. 13.8% of dryers have Bluetooth support.
  • 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
  • 8.7% larger drum
    This tumble dryer has a larger drum than the average tumble dryer (125 L vs 115 L). The average tumble dryer has a drum of 115 L.
    125 L vs 115 L
  • 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.
    All In One, Dark & Colored, Whites, ECO Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Quick 30'/45'/59', Sport Plus, Down Jackets, Wool, Anti-Allergy, Trainers, Anti-Odor, Remote Control
    15 vs 14
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Bed linen program
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.7% of dryers have this program.
    The XXL Load program dries large items like curtains, sheets, and tablecloths while minimizing tangles and folds through specialized drum movements.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 15 more downloadable programs
    This tumble dryer supports more downloadable programs than the average tumble dryer (15 vs 0). The average dryer offers 0 downloadable programs.
    15 vs 0
  • 4 more advanced features
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
    13 vs 9
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 28.4% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 30.6% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    This tumble dryer supports Bluetooth, while the average tumble dryer does not. 13.8% of dryers have Bluetooth support.
  • Can save settings to memory
    This tumble dryer can save drying settings to memory, which the average tumble dryer cannot. 29.9% of dryers have this feature.
  • Compatible with voice assistants
    This tumble dryer is compatible with voice assistants, which the average tumble dryer is not. 33.5% of dryers are voice assistant compatible.
  • Shows consumption statistics
    This tumble dryer displays consumption statistics, while the average tumble dryer does not. 33.2% of dryers show consumption data.
  • Has a drying rack
    This tumble dryer includes a drying rack, while the average tumble dryer lacks one. 9.9% of dryers come with a drying rack.
    The shoe rack's compact design allows perfect drying of two pairs of sneakers while protecting both the dryer and other fabrics, all while minimizing space usage.
  • 0.7% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (60 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    60 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Does not support gentle drying
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 58.3% of dryers support this feature.
  • Does not have an interior light
    This tumble dryer does not have an interior light, the average tumble dryer does. 50.6% of dryers have this feature.
  • 2 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (67 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    67 dB vs 65 dB
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (left vs reversible).
    left vs reversible
  • 30.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (225 min vs 194.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 194.5 min.
    225 min vs 194.5 min
  • 1.6% higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.94 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 0.1% higher height
    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
  • 2 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (67 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    67 dB vs 65 dB
  • 1.6% higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.94 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 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 support gentle drying
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 58.3% of dryers support this feature.
  • 30.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (225 min vs 194.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 194.5 min.
    225 min vs 194.5 min
  • 0.7% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (60 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    60 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Does not have an interior light
    This tumble dryer does not have an interior light, the average tumble dryer does. 50.6% of dryers have this feature.
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (left vs reversible).
    left vs reversible
  • 0.1% higher height
    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

Verdict

The Hoover DXOH8A2TCEXS heat pump tumble dryer unites versatile connected smart features, a specialized footwear drying rack, and disciplined energy thrift for active modern families. Certified in energy efficiency class A++ with an annual electricity demand of 236 kilowatt-hours at 67 decibels, this eight-kilogram freestanding machine is powered by a dependable motor backed by a ten-year manufacturer warranty. Its spacious 125-liter drum features bidirectional rotation to prevent sheet tangling, accompanied by a rigid internal drying rack tailored for delicate sports shoes and wool garments. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect directly to the Hoover Wizard smartphone app, unlocking fifteen downloadable cycles and real-time diagnostics. The patented AquaVision door-mounted condensation reservoir makes monitoring and emptying water effortless. Outfitted with tailored programs for jeans, duvets, and allergens, delay start, and Pause & Add, it offers well-rounded domestic utility.

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