Samsung DV16T8520BV Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£980Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:16 kgEnergy efficiency class:A+++Installation type:self-standing

Samsung DV16T8520BV 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.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

8.3

Technical Score

30%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 86% of tumble-dryers
8.3

Technical Score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
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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
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Score components

35%

9.0

Performance

30%

9.0

Features

25%

7.3

Drying programs

10%

6.7

Design

â–²Better than 83% of tumble-dryers
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on 86 buyer reviews from online shops.
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–¼Worse than 51% of tumble-dryers
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Verdict

Samsung DV16T8520BV accommodates massive commercial-scale laundry with exceptional 16 kg capacity and heat pump technology, powered by Digital Inverter Motor with 20-year warranty for reliability. The dryer includes comprehensive smart connectivity through Wi-Fi with voice assistant compatibility, Smart Check system for automatic diagnostics, and HomeCare Wizard for consumption tracking. Advanced features include OptimalDry moisture sensors, Diamond drum texture for fabric protection, Self Tub Dry cycle for drum maintenance, and Hygiene Care+ eliminating 99% of bacteria on up to 2kg loads. Premium elements include 2-in-1 Filter system with clean alerts, Damp Alert for optimal ironing timing, reversible door design, and included drying rack with quiet 63 dB operation. However, the massive capacity demands significant energy consumption at 2.61 kWh per full load and extends ECO cycles to 340 minutes which substantially impacts efficiency. Installation challenges include extreme 74 kg weight and 84.4 cm depth requirements, while premium pricing affects value proposition for most household applications.

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Samsung DV16T8520BV

Technical Score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
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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
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Score components:

35%

9.0

Performance

30%

9.0

Features

25%

7.3

Drying programs

10%

6.7

Design

8.3
Samsung DV16T8520BV has a technical score of 8.3 points, which is higher than 83.5% of dryers.
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on 86 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
8.5
Samsung DV16T8520BV has a user score of 8.47 points, which is lower than 50.7% of dryers.
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 10
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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
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Popularity:
Samsung DV16T8520BV has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 54.8% of dryers.
7.7
Samsung DV16T8520BV has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 54.8% of dryers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 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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Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

4.3

Price

7.1
Samsung DV16T8520BV has a value for money of 7.1 points, which is lower than 74.4% of dryers.
Brand name
Samsung
Drying technology
heat pump
Drying technology
heat pump
This tumble dryer uses heat pump drying technology which is more advanced than the technology of 29.2% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 70.8% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
16 kg
Capacity
16 kg
This tumble dryer has a capacity of 16 kg which is larger than the capacity of 100% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
?
Inverter motor
yes
Inverter motor
yes
This tumble dryer has an inverter motor. 38.4% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Digital Inverter Motor (quiet and energy-efficient motor with 20-year guarantee, using magnets for powerful drying performance)
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N. of drying programs
12
N. of drying programs
12
This tumble dryer has 12 different drying programs which is fewer than the n. of programs of 58.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 10.1% of tumble dryers.
Cotton, Synthetics, Shirts, Quick Dry, Mixed Load, Delicates, Wool, Towels, Bedding, Time Dry, Cool Air, Hygiene Care+
N. of downloable programs
?
Temperature selection
no
Temperature selection
no
This tumble dryer does not offer temperature selection. 40.2% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
yes
Selectable drying times
yes
This tumble dryer has adjustable drying times. 97.4% of tumble dryers have adjustable drying times.
20 - 240 min
Selectable drying level
yes
Selectable drying level
yes
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 93.6%.
3 drying levels
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N. of advanced features
16
N. of advanced features
16
This tumble dryer has 16 features which is more than the n. of features of 78% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.9% of tumble dryers.
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Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system. 42.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
Humidity sensors
yes
Humidity sensors
yes
This tumble dryer is equipped with humidity sensors. 88.9% of tumble dryers have humidity sensors.
The OptimalDry system uses moisture and temperature sensors to optimize drying time, protect fabrics from heat damage, and remind users when to clean the heat exchanger for consistent drying performance.
Delayed start option
yes
Delayed start option
yes
This tumble dryer has a delayed start option. 92.5% of tumble dryers have this feature.
in-app function (Laundry Planner)
Maximum delayed start
24 h
Maximum delayed start
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
This tumble dryer has a display. 93.6% of tumble dryers have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
This tumble dryer includes a child lock. 93% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
?
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Samsung DV16T8520BV vs the average tumble dryer

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  • 7 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    16
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (16 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
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    16 vs 9
  • 18 year/s longer motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    20 year/s
    This tumble dryer has a longer motor warranty than the average tumble dryer (20 year/s vs 2 year/s). The average dryer includes a 2 year/s motor warranty.
    20 year/s vs 2 year/s
  • Has an inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    yes
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 38.4% of dryers have an inverter motor.
    Digital Inverter Motor (quiet and energy-efficient motor with 20-year guarantee, using magnets for powerful drying performance)
  • 8 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    16 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (16 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    16 kg vs 8 kg
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi
    yes
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 26% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Includes a laundry detection system
    Laundry detection system
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system, which the average tumble dryer does not have. 42.8% of dryers offer this system.
  • Includes an ECO function
    ECO function
    yes
    This tumble dryer has an ECO function, which the average tumble dryer does not. 12.9% of dryers include an ECO function.
    AI Energy Mode
  • Can pair with washing machine
    Smart pairing
    yes
    This tumble dryer can pair with a washing machine, while the average tumble dryer cannot. 22.2% of dryers offer this pairing capability.
  • 18 year/s longer motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    20 year/s
    This tumble dryer has a longer motor warranty than the average tumble dryer (20 year/s vs 2 year/s). The average dryer includes a 2 year/s motor warranty.
    20 year/s vs 2 year/s
  • Has an inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    yes
    This tumble dryer has an inverter motor, the average tumble dryer does not. 38.4% of dryers have an inverter motor.
    Digital Inverter Motor (quiet and energy-efficient motor with 20-year guarantee, using magnets for powerful drying performance)
  • 8 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    16 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (16 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    16 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 dB quieter during operation
    Noise level
    63 dB
    This tumble dryer is quieter during operation than the average tumble dryer (63 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    63 dB vs 65 dB
  • Hygiene program
    Hygiene program
    yes
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 33.5% of dryers have a Hygiene program.
    Hygiene program (eliminates 99% of bacteria from fabrics using gentle heat, works on both wet and dry loads up to 2kg)
  • Bed linen program
    Bed linen program
    yes
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 37.6% of dryers have this program.
  • 7 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    16
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (16 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
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    16 vs 9
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi
    yes
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 26% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Includes a laundry detection system
    Laundry detection system
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes a laundry detection system, which the average tumble dryer does not have. 42.8% of dryers offer this system.
  • Includes an ECO function
    ECO function
    yes
    This tumble dryer has an ECO function, which the average tumble dryer does not. 12.9% of dryers include an ECO function.
    AI Energy Mode
  • Can pair with washing machine
    Smart pairing
    yes
    This tumble dryer can pair with a washing machine, while the average tumble dryer cannot. 22.2% of dryers offer this pairing capability.
  • Provides guided drying
    Guided dry
    yes
    This tumble dryer provides guided drying, which the average tumble dryer does not. 28.4% of dryers include guided drying functionality.
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    Smart diagnosis
    yes
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 32.7% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
    The Smart Check system automatically detects and diagnoses problems.
  • Compatible with voice assistants
    Compatible with voice assistants
    yes
    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
    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
    This tumble dryer displays consumption statistics, while the average tumble dryer does not. 33.2% of dryers show consumption data.
    HomeCare Wizard
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes an interior light, while the average tumble dryer does not. 46.1% of dryers have interior drum lighting.
  • Includes a reversible door
    Reversible door
    yes
    This tumble dryer has a reversible door, which the average tumble dryer does not. 24% of dryers have reversible doors.
  • Includes a self-cleaning condenser
    Self-cleaning condenser
    yes
    This tumble dryer has a self-cleaning condenser, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 9% of dryers have self-cleaning condensers.
    The Self Tub Dry cycle maintains freshness in both the drum and heat exchanger.
  • Has a drying rack
    Drying rack included
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes a drying rack, while the average tumble dryer lacks one. 11.9% of dryers come with a drying rack.
  • 2 fewer drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    12
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (12 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Cotton, Synthetics, Shirts, Quick Dry, Mixed Load, Delicates, Wool, Towels, Bedding, Time Dry, Cool Air, Hygiene Care+
    12 vs 14
  • 35.2% higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    2.61 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (2.6 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    2.61 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 20.9% higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    1.33 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (1.3 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    1.33 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Does not support gentle drying
    Gentle drying
    no
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 51.5% of dryers support this feature.
  • 0.7% wider
    Width
    60 cm
    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
  • 61.5% larger volume
    Volume
    498,297.6 cm³
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (498297.6 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    498,297.6 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • Does not have a jeans program
    Jeans program
    no
    This tumble dryer does not have a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does. 50.5% of dryers have this program.
  • 38.6% larger depth
    Depth
    84.4 cm
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (84.4 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    84.4 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 2x more expensive
    Samsung DV16T8520BV is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£980 vs £490).
    £980 vs £490
  • 5.7% worse value for money
    Samsung DV16T8520BV has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.14 vs 7.5).
    7.14 vs 7.55
  • 35.2% higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    2.61 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (2.6 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    2.61 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 20.9% higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    1.33 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (1.3 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    1.33 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • 29.4% higher annual energy consumption
    Annual energy consumption
    304 kWh/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy consumption than the average tumble dryer (304 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average dryer consumes 235 kWh/year annually.
    304 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 29.4% higher annual energy cost
    Annual energy cost
    91.2 £/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (91.2 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    91.2 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • 2 fewer drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    12
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (12 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Cotton, Synthetics, Shirts, Quick Dry, Mixed Load, Delicates, Wool, Towels, Bedding, Time Dry, Cool Air, Hygiene Care+
    12 vs 14
  • Does not support gentle drying
    Gentle drying
    no
    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 jeans program
    Jeans program
    no
    This tumble dryer does not have a Jeans program, the average tumble dryer does. 50.5% of dryers have this program.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport program
    Outdoor/Sport program
    no
    This tumble dryer does not have an Outdoor/Sport program, the average tumble dryer does. 80.9% of dryers have this program.
  • 150.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    340 min
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (340 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    340 min vs 189.5 min
  • 0.7% wider
    Width
    60 cm
    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
  • 61.5% larger volume
    Volume
    498,297.6 cm³
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (498297.6 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    498,297.6 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 38.6% larger depth
    Depth
    84.4 cm
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (84.4 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    84.4 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 64.4% heavier
    Weight
    74 kg
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (74 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    74 kg vs 45 kg
  • 15.9% higher height
    Height
    98.4 cm
    This tumble dryer has a higher height than the average tumble dryer (98.4 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    98.4 cm vs 84.9 cm

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