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Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Drying technology:condenserCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class:BInstallation type:self-standing

Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB 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
✕
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 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Technical score

30%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 56% of tumble-dryers
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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 63% of models
Score components

35%

4.9

Performance

30%

6.9

Features

25%

8.8

Drying programs

10%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 63% of tumble-dryers
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 433 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 63% of tumble-dryers
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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 63% of models
Score components:

35%

4.9

Performance

30%

6.9

Features

25%

8.8

Drying programs

10%

7.4

Design

6.7
User score
User score
8.7/ 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 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 433 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.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 84.5% of dryers.
10
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%

7.3

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.0
Brand name
Hoover
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
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer 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
125 L
Drum volume
125 L
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <112 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 125 L which is larger than the drum volume of 77.3% of tumble dryers and equal to the drum volume of 22.7% 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.
SMALL, XXL, Eco Cotton, Whites, Mix&Dry, Darks & Coloured, Shirts, Synthetics, Jeans, Sport Plus, WoolMark, AntiAllergy, Pre Iron, Anti Odours, One Touch
N. of downloable programs
15
N. of downloable programs
15
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 15 downloadable programs which is more than the n. of downloadable programs of 75.7% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.5% 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.
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
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.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Fast function, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Funzione memoria, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Funzione rapida, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Fonction de mémoire, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Option rapide, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Función de memoria, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Función rápida, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Speicherfunktion, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schnellfunktion, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Geheugenfunctie, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Snelle functie, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
Laundry detection system
no
Laundry detection system
no
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This tumble dryer lacks a laundry detection system. 42.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
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.
Maximum delayed start
24 h
Maximum delayed start
24 h
â–² Better than 27% of models
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 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
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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Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 8 year/s longer motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    10 year/s
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <2 year/s – >10 year/s
    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
  • 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.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Fast function, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Funzione memoria, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Funzione rapida, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Fonction de mémoire, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Option rapide, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Función de memoria, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Función rápida, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Speicherfunktion, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schnellfunktion, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Geheugenfunctie, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Snelle functie, 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.
    SMALL, XXL, Eco Cotton, Whites, Mix&Dry, Darks & Coloured, Shirts, Synthetics, Jeans, Sport Plus, WoolMark, AntiAllergy, Pre Iron, Anti Odours, One Touch
    15 vs 14
  • Includes a fast drying function
    Fast function
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 11.3% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
    The automatic program can be switched to rapid mode within 3 minutes of cycle start, with increasing time options (30, 45, or 59 minutes) available through progressive button presses.
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² 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
  • 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.
  • Has an allergen program
    Allergen program
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31.4% of dryers have this program.
    Anti-allergy (neutralizes allergens through controlled mix of temperature, time, and drum movement)
  • 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.
  • 69% cheaper
    Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£290 vs £490).
    £290 vs £490
  • 25.3% more popular
    Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB is more popular than the average tumble dryer (10 vs 8).
    10 vs 7.98
  • 8 year/s longer motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    10 year/s
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <2 year/s – >10 year/s
    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
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² 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
  • 5.9% bigger drum volume
    Drum volume
    125 L
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <112 L – >125 L
    This tumble dryer has a bigger drum volume than the average tumble dryer (125 L vs 118 L). The average dryer has a drum volume of 118 L.
    125 L vs 118 L
  • 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.
    SMALL, XXL, Eco Cotton, Whites, Mix&Dry, Darks & Coloured, Shirts, Synthetics, Jeans, Sport Plus, WoolMark, AntiAllergy, Pre Iron, Anti Odours, One Touch
    15 vs 14
  • Includes a fast drying function
    Fast function
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 11.3% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
    The automatic program can be switched to rapid mode within 3 minutes of cycle start, with increasing time options (30, 45, or 59 minutes) available through progressive button presses.
  • Has an allergen program
    Allergen program
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31.4% of dryers have this program.
    Anti-allergy (neutralizes allergens through controlled mix of temperature, time, and drum movement)
  • Bed linen program
    Bed linen program
    yes
    â–² 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.
    The XXL Load program dries large items like curtains, sheets, and tablecloths while minimizing tangles and folds through specialized drum movements.
  • 15 more downloadable programs
    N. of downloable programs
    15
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 – >40
    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
    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.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, NFC, Compatible with voice assistants, Memory function, Consumption statistics, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Fast function, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, NFC, Compatibile con assistenti vocali, Funzione memoria, Statistiche di consumo, Diagnosi intelligente, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Funzione rapida, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, NFC, Compatible avec les assistants vocaux, Fonction de mémoire, Statistiques de consommation, Diagnostic intelligent, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Option rapide, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, NFC, Compatible con asistentes de voz, Función de memoria, Estadísticas de consumo, Diagnóstico inteligente, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Función rápida, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, NFC, Kompatibel mit Sprachassistenten, Speicherfunktion, Verbrauchsstatistiken, Intelligente Diagnose, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schnellfunktion, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, NFC, Compatibel met spraakassistenten, Geheugenfunctie, Verbruiksstatistieken, Slimme diagnose, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Snelle functie, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
    13 vs 9
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Can save settings to memory
    Memory function
    yes
    â–² 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.
    in-app function
  • 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.
  • 3.9% smaller volume
    Volume
    296,361 cm³
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <271.2k cm³ – >335.9k cm³
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (296361 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    296,361 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 23.3% lighter
    Weight
    34.5 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <32.3 kg – >54.1 kg
    This tumble dryer is lighter than the average tumble dryer (34.5 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weighs 45 kg.
    34.5 kg vs 45 kg
  • 3.9% smaller depth
    Depth
    58.5 cm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <53.7 cm – >66.3 cm
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (58.5 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    58.5 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 2.55x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.8 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • 2.68x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    5.18 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <1.44 kWh – >4.81 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (5.2 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    5.18 kWh vs 1.93 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
  • 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.
  • 3 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    68 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (68 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    68 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
  • 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
  • 2.55x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.8 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <0.82 kWh – >2.63 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • 2.68x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    5.18 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <1.44 kWh – >4.81 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (5.2 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    5.18 kWh vs 1.93 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
  • 3 dB louder during operation
    Noise level
    68 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <62 dB – >68 dB
    This tumble dryer is louder during operation than the average tumble dryer (68 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    68 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+++
  • 2.62x higher annual energy consumption
    Annual energy consumption
    616 kWh/year
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <176 kWh/year – >577 kWh/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy consumption than the average tumble dryer (616 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average dryer consumes 235 kWh/year annually.
    616 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 2.62x higher annual energy cost
    Annual energy cost
    184.8 £/year
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <52.8 £/year – >173.1 £/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (184.8 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    184.8 £/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.
  • 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.
  • 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 (door)
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This tumble dryer features a water tank (door) water recovery system, while the average tumble dryer uses water tank (top).
    Aquavision (innovative water collection system with clear visibility of water level, designed for easy removal and replacement in the dryer)
    water tank (door) vs water tank (top)

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Reviews last updated: March 2026 · How we calculate this
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Verdict

Hoover H-DRY 300 LITE HLEC9DGB maximizes functionality with robust 9 kg capacity through condenser technology and 15 specialized programs including AntiAllergy, XXL Load, and One Touch. The Aquavision water collection system provides clear level visibility while Rapids button enables quick cycles from 30 to 59 minutes and Woolmark-approved wool program preserves delicate fabrics. Advanced connectivity includes NFC, voice assistant compatibility, and smart diagnosis alongside consumption statistics monitoring and memory function. The 34.5 kg design operates with 125-liter drum volume and 10-year motor warranty at competitive value. Energy consumption reaches concerning 5.18 kWh per full load with 68 dB noise levels and basic condenser technology lacking gentle drying while missing Wi-Fi connectivity and modern heat pump efficiency.

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