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Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£610Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A+Installation type:self-standing

Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 Review: Compare 80 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Hotpoint AQC9 4F5
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 85% of models
Score components

75%

6.5

Technical score

25%

6.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 85% of tumble dryers
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 92%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

35%

6.1

Performance

30%

5.2

Features

25%

8.7

Drying programs

10%

6.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 75%
6.5

User score

User score
6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 89% of models

6.5

Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.4

Rating

30%

6.9

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 89%
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Hotpoint AQC9 4F5

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

35%

6.1

Performance

30%

5.2

Features

25%

8.7

Drying programs

10%

6.3

Design

6.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

6.7
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
9 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 9 kg of laundry, which is more than 58.8% of tumble dryers and equal to 29.3% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
112 L
Market range: <110 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 112 L, which is smaller than 53.8% of tumble dryers and equal to 33% 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 that is worse than that of 69.3% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.7% of tumble dryers.
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N. of drying programs
16
Market range: <9 – >15
This tumble dryer has 16 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 91.9% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.3% of tumble dryers.
Easy Iron, Refresh, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Weekly Laundry, Duvets, Wool, Silk, Baby Delicate, Anti Allergy, Quick Dry, Technical Fabrics, Plush/Stuffed Toys, Warm Embrace, Mixed, Eco Cotton, Hygiene, Bed & Bath, Pre-Iron, Daily, Rapid 30', Fitness, Delicates
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
yes
This tumble dryer offers 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%.
Damp, Iron, Hang Plus, Hang, Fold Delicates, Fold, Wear
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N. of advanced features
8
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 8 features which is fewer than the n. of features of 64.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 13% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, ECO indicator, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying 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.
The sensors offer 5 dryness levels and automatically stop when reached, including a "Damp" setting ideal for linen.
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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Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2 more drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (16 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Easy Iron, Refresh, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Weekly Laundry, Duvets, Wool, Silk, Baby Delicate, Anti Allergy, Quick Dry, Technical Fabrics, Plush/Stuffed Toys, Warm Embrace, Mixed, Eco Cotton, Hygiene, Bed & Bath, Pre-Iron, Daily, Rapid 30', Fitness, Delicates
    16 vs 14
  • 1 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This tumble dryer features an ECO indicator, while the average tumble dryer does not. 20.5% of dryers have this indicator.
    The ECO light indicates when program options use less energy than default settings, such as when selecting automatic programs or shorter drying times - though it shows reduced energy use rather than optimal efficiency.
  • Baby program
    This tumble dryer has a Baby program, which the average tumble dryer does not. 22.1% of dryers feature a Baby program.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 0.2% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 1 kg larger capacity
    This tumble dryer holds more laundry than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 more drying programs
    This tumble dryer offers more drying programs than the average tumble dryer (16 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Easy Iron, Refresh, Cotton, Shirts, Jeans, Synthetics, Weekly Laundry, Duvets, Wool, Silk, Baby Delicate, Anti Allergy, Quick Dry, Technical Fabrics, Plush/Stuffed Toys, Warm Embrace, Mixed, Eco Cotton, Hygiene, Bed & Bath, Pre-Iron, Daily, Rapid 30', Fitness, Delicates
    16 vs 14
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • Has an allergen program
    This tumble dryer has an allergen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 31% of dryers have this program.
  • Baby program
    This tumble dryer has a Baby program, which the average tumble dryer does not. 22.1% of dryers feature a Baby program.
  • Jeans program
    This tumble dryer has a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.9% of dryers have this program.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This tumble dryer features an ECO indicator, while the average tumble dryer does not. 20.5% of dryers have this indicator.
    The ECO light indicates when program options use less energy than default settings, such as when selecting automatic programs or shorter drying times - though it shows reduced energy use rather than optimal efficiency.
  • 0.2% narrower
    This tumble dryer is narrower than the average tumble dryer (59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.5 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 52.4% higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (2.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    2.91 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 38% higher part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.5 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    1.49 kWh vs 1.08 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.
  • 19.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 89% of models

    6.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    6.9

    Popularity

    6.5 vs 8.1
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, ECO indicator, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement
    8 vs 9
  • 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.
  • 4 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (69 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    69 dB vs 65 dB
  • 19.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 89% of models

    6.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    6.9

    Popularity

    6.5 vs 8.1
  • 13.2% worse value for money
    Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (6.7 vs 7.6).
    6.7 vs 7.58
  • 27.1% more expensive
    Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£610 vs £480).
    £610 vs £480
  • 52.4% higher full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (2.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    2.91 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 38% higher part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.5 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    1.49 kWh vs 1.08 kWh
  • 4 dB louder
    This tumble dryer is louder than the average tumble dryer (69 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    69 dB vs 65 dB
  • Worse water recovery efficiency class
    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
  • 2.6% smaller drum
    This tumble dryer has a smaller drum than the average tumble dryer (112 L vs 115 L). The average tumble dryer has a drum of 115 L.
    112 L vs 115 L
  • 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+++
  • 43.4% higher yearly energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy a year than the average tumble dryer (337 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average tumble dryer uses 235 kWh/year.
    337 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 43.4% higher annual energy cost
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (101.1 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    101.1 £/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.
  • 65.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (260 min vs 194.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 194.5 min.
    260 min vs 194.5 min
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, ECO indicator, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement
    8 vs 9
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 3.6% larger volume
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (318,622.5 cm³ vs 307,582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307,582.758 cm³.
    318,622.5 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 3.4% larger depth
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (63 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    63 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right 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
  • 7.3% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (48.3 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    48.3 kg vs 45 kg

Third-party reviews

Verdict

The Hotpoint AQC9 4F5 heat pump tumble dryer pairs distinct Italian styling with a spacious nine-kilogram capacity and an extensive selection of tailored garment care programs. Operating within energy efficiency class A+, this freestanding machine uses heat pump technology to consume 337 kilowatt-hours annually at 69 decibels, drying laundry at lower temperatures to preserve delicate fabric textures. Its large 112-liter drum accommodates bulky family loads, easily handling king-sized duvets and heavy winter outerwear. With sixteen dedicated drying cycles, it offers exceptional versatility, featuring Woolmark-certified wool care, allergen-reducing baby cycles, sportswear, denim, and specialized shirt programs. Electronic humidity sensors continuously evaluate laundry moisture, halting operation automatically when target dryness is reached to eliminate heat damage. Equipped with a 24-hour delay timer, child safety lock, and post-drying anti-crease tumbling, it delivers comprehensive family convenience.

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