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Hoover Link HLV10DG review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£320Drying technology:ventedCapacity:10 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):CInstallation type:self-standing

Hoover Link HLV10DG Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Hoover Link HLV10DG
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

75%

6.4

Technical score

25%

8.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 74% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 56%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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 78% of models
Score components

35%

4.4

Performance

30%

7.4

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

6.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 78%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
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
â–² Better than 52% of models

70%

8.4

Rating

30%

9.0

Popularity

â–²Better than 52%
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Hoover Link HLV10DG

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

35%

4.4

Performance

30%

7.4

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

6.3

Design

6.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.5

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
10 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 10 kg of laundry, which is more than 88.3% of tumble dryers and equal to 10.6% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
125 L
Market range: <112 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)
C
This tumble dryer has an energy efficiency class that is worse than that of 91% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 9.1% of tumble dryers.
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N. of drying programs
15
Market range: <10 – >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.
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
?
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
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
yes
This tumble dryer has an antivibration design. 0.3% of tumble dryers offer this.
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Hoover Link HLV10DG vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 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
  • 2 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 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.
    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
  • Includes a fast drying function
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 22.8% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
  • 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.
  • Includes NFC connectivity
    This tumble dryer includes NFC connectivity, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 6.5% of dryers include NFC connectivity.
  • 50% cheaper
    Hoover Link HLV10DG is cheaper than the average tumble dryer (£320 vs £480).
    £320 vs £480
  • 6.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 52% of models

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    9.0

    Popularity

    8.6 vs 8.1
  • 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
  • 2 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 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.
    15 vs 14
  • Includes a fast drying function
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 22.8% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
  • 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.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 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.
  • Includes NFC connectivity
    This tumble dryer includes NFC connectivity, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 6.5% of dryers include NFC connectivity.
  • 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.
  • 33.3% lighter
    This tumble dryer is lighter than the average tumble dryer (30 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weighs 45 kg.
    30 kg vs 45 kg
  • 2.79x higher part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (3 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    3.01 kWh vs 1.08 kWh
  • 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
  • 3.14x higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 66.5% of dryers use this technology.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This tumble dryer does not have a special drum design, while the average tumble dryer does. 59.2% of dryers feature a special drum design.
  • 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 prevent wrinkles with post-dry tumbling
    This tumble dryer does not prevent wrinkles with post-dry tumbling, while the average tumble dryer does. 91.1% of dryers include this feature.
  • 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
  • 2.79x higher part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (3 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    3.01 kWh vs 1.08 kWh
  • 3.14x higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 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
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (C vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    C vs A+++
  • 2.94x higher yearly energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy a year than the average tumble dryer (691 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average tumble dryer uses 235 kWh/year.
    691 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 2.94x higher annual energy cost
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (207.3 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    207.3 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 66.5% of dryers use this technology.
  • 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 prevent wrinkles with post-dry tumbling
    This tumble dryer does not prevent wrinkles with post-dry tumbling, while the average tumble dryer does. 91.1% of dryers include this feature.
  • Does not have a duvet program
    This tumble dryer does not have a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does. 52.8% of dryers have this program.
  • 15 min longer fast cycle duration
    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
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This tumble dryer does not have a special drum design, while the average tumble dryer does. 59.2% of dryers feature a special drum design.
  • 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

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What we like about Hoover Link HLV10DG

  • A 10 kg capacity handles a big family load in one go.
  • At 30 kg it is light for a dryer this size.
  • Front loading makes it easy to fill and empty.
  • Vented drying is a simple design.
  • At 85 cm high and 60 cm deep it has the footprint of a standard washing machine.

What we don't like about Hoover Link HLV10DG

  • The 60 cm width needs a full-width slot.
  • Vented drying needs a hose to a window or wall outlet.
  • Front loading means you need floor space in front to open the door.
  • The 10 kg drum is heavy to load for someone with limited reach.

Verdict

Ten kilograms in one load is the main reason to consider the Hoover Link HLV10DG, a vented dryer for a family that does a lot of washing. Vented means the hot air leaves through a hose, so the machine needs a window or a wall outlet close by. The trade-off is width. At 60 cm it needs a full-width slot, and a narrow cupboard is too small for it, so measure before you buy. It stands 85 cm high and 60 cm deep, the same footprint as a standard washing machine, so it can sit beside one in a utility room. It suits a buyer with a fixed spot near a window or wall outlet who wants a big load at a modest weight and does not mind the hose.

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