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Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£460Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:7 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):?Installation type:self-standing

Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

75%

8.1

Technical score

25%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 79% of tumble dryers
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 85%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

35%

8.6

Performance

30%

6.4

Features

25%

9.1

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

â–²Better than 77%
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%

9.2

Rating

30%

7.1

Popularity

â–²Better than 52%
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Ranked #75 of 570 models in Tumble dryers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

35%

8.6

Performance

30%

6.4

Features

25%

9.1

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

8.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

8.2
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
7 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 7 kg of laundry, which is less than 81.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 12.3% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
92 L
Market range: <112 L – >125 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 92 L, which is smaller than 96.7% of tumble dryers and equal to 0.3% of tumble dryers.
Inverter motor
yes
This tumble dryer has an inverter motor. 42.6% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Energy efficiency class (old label)
?
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N. of drying programs
16
Market range: <10 – >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.
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%.
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N. of advanced features
?
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.
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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Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS 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.
    16 vs 14
  • Has an inverter motor
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.6% of dryers have an inverter motor.
  • 53.9% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (0.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    0.88 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 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
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • 10.5% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (275258.8 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    275,258.79 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • Has a silent mode/program
    This tumble dryer has a silent mode/program, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 25.1% of dryers have a silent mode/program.
  • 10.5% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 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%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    7.1

    Popularity

    8.6 vs 8.1
  • 9% better value for money
    Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS has better value for money than the average tumble dryer (8.24 vs 7.6).
    8.24 vs 7.56
  • Has an inverter motor
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.6% of dryers have an inverter motor.
  • 53.9% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (0.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    0.88 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 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
  • 1 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (64 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    64 dB vs 65 dB
  • 32.3% lower yearly energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy a year than the average tumble dryer (159 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average tumble dryer uses 235 kWh/year.
    159 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 32.3% lower annual energy cost
    This tumble dryer has a lower annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (47.7 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    47.7 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • 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.
    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 a silent mode/program
    This tumble dryer has a silent mode/program, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 25.1% of dryers have a silent mode/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.
  • 10.5% smaller volume
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (275258.8 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    275,258.79 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³
  • 10.5% smaller depth
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    54.5 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 0.4% lower height
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (84.6 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    84.6 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • 20% smaller drum
    This tumble dryer has a smaller drum than the average tumble dryer (92 L vs 115 L). The average tumble dryer has a drum of 115 L.
    92 L vs 115 L
  • 1 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 0.2% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.7 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.7 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible
  • 20% smaller drum
    This tumble dryer has a smaller drum than the average tumble dryer (92 L vs 115 L). The average tumble dryer has a drum of 115 L.
    92 L vs 115 L
  • 1 kg smaller capacity
    This tumble dryer holds less laundry than the average tumble dryer (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average tumble dryer holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 0.2% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.7 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.7 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Less flexible door hinge
    This tumble dryer has a less flexible hinge than the average tumble dryer (right vs reversible).
    right vs reversible

Third-party reviews

What we like about Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS

  • PetHair Care uses steam to lift pet hair from clothes.
  • A full load uses 0.88 kWh.
  • Annual use of 159 kWh keeps the yearly total low.
  • At 54.5 cm deep it fits a tight utility room.
  • A silent mode is available for late runs.
  • Gentle Care dries delicate fabrics at low heat.

What we don't like about Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS

  • The 7 kg capacity is modest for a big household.
  • The 92 L drum limits bulky items.
  • At 42.5 kg it is heavy to move.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be controlled from an app.
  • At 64 dB it is audible in a quiet home.

Verdict

Pet owners tired of lint on their clothes will find the Hotpoint HPTS 74D BS useful. Its PetHair Care program uses steam to lift pet hair without harming the fabric. The 7 kg heat pump is only 54.5 cm deep, which helps in a tight utility room. Energy use is one of its better points: a full load takes 0.88 kWh, and a year of use comes to 159 kWh. Sixteen programs cover wool, sport and duvets, and Gentle Care dries delicate fabrics at low heat. A silent mode helps when it runs late. The trade-off is capacity: 7 kg and 92 L is modest for a big household. It suits a pet household or a small family that wants a compact, careful dryer with low energy use.

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