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Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£950Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A+++Installation type:self-standing

Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

75%

8.0

Technical score

25%

9.0

User score

â–²Better than 82% of tumble dryers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 74%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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 76% of models
Score components

35%

8.8

Performance

30%

7.2

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 76%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

9.0

Popularity

â–²Better than 75%
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Ranked #68 of 570 models in Tumble dryers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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 76% of models
Score components:

35%

8.8

Performance

30%

7.2

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

8.0

Design

8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 74% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

7.2
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
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: <112 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
yes
This tumble dryer has 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 which is better than that of 69.3% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 30.7% of tumble dryers.
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N. of drying programs
?
N. of downloadable programs
2
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 2 downloadable programs which is more than the n. of downloadable programs of 75.9% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 0.2% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
yes
This tumble dryer offers temperature selection. 43.1% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
no
This tumble dryer does not have 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
13
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 13 features which is more than the n. of features of 66.8% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 4.7% of tumble dryers.
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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Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 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.
  • 4 more advanced features
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    13 vs 9
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 28.4% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 4 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (61 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    61 dB vs 65 dB
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • 16.2% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 11.1% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 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 75% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    9.0

    Popularity

    9.0 vs 8.1
  • 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.
  • 4 dB quieter
    This tumble dryer is quieter than the average tumble dryer (61 dB vs 65 dB). The average tumble dryer runs at 65 dB.
    61 dB vs 65 dB
  • 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
  • 16.2% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.6 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 17.6% lower part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (0.9 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    0.89 kWh vs 1.08 kWh
  • Adjustable temperature
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 43.1% of dryers provide temperature selection.
  • Features a mini load function
    This tumble dryer includes a mini load function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 6.8% of dryers have a mini load function.
  • Hygiene program
    This tumble dryer has a Hygiene program, while the average tumble dryer does not. 39% of dryers have a Hygiene 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.
  • 2 more downloadable programs
    This tumble dryer supports more downloadable programs than the average tumble dryer (2 vs 0). The average dryer offers 0 downloadable programs.
    2 vs 0
  • 4 more advanced features
    This tumble dryer has more features than the average tumble dryer (13 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    13 vs 9
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This tumble dryer is Wi-Fi enabled, while the average tumble dryer is not. 28.4% of dryers support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Includes a reversible door
    This tumble dryer has a reversible door, which the average tumble dryer does not. 25.9% of dryers have reversible doors.
  • 0.8% lower height
    This tumble dryer has a lower height than the average tumble dryer (84.2 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    84.2 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • Includes a self-cleaning condenser
    This tumble dryer has a self-cleaning condenser, which the average tumble dryer lacks. 11.8% of dryers have self-cleaning condensers.
  • No adjustable drying times
    This tumble dryer does not allow adjustable drying times, which the average tumble dryer supports. 97.4% of dryers allow for adjustable drying times.
  • 0.3% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 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
  • 24.2% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (55.9 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    55.9 kg vs 45 kg
  • 10 min longer fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (40 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 97.9% more expensive
    Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£950 vs £480).
    £950 vs £480
  • 0.7% larger depth
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (61.3 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    61.3 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 5.7% worse value for money
    Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.15 vs 7.6).
    7.15 vs 7.56
  • 97.9% more expensive
    Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£950 vs £480).
    £950 vs £480
  • 5.7% worse value for money
    Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.15 vs 7.6).
    7.15 vs 7.56
  • 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
  • No adjustable drying times
    This tumble dryer does not allow adjustable drying times, which the average tumble dryer supports. 97.4% of dryers allow for adjustable drying times.
  • 10 min longer fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (40 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 0.3% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    59.8 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 24.2% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (55.9 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    55.9 kg vs 45 kg
  • 0.7% larger depth
    This tumble dryer has a larger depth than the average tumble dryer (61.3 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    61.3 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 0.3% larger volume
    This tumble dryer has a larger volume than the average tumble dryer (308655.3 cm³ vs 307582.8 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 307582.758 cm³.
    308,655.308 cm³ vs 307,582.758 cm³

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What we like about Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700

  • 1.6 kWh per full load keeps each cycle's energy use low.
  • 193 kWh a year is a low total for daily use.
  • At 61 dB it runs quietly with people at home.
  • Wi-Fi lets you start or check a cycle from a phone.
  • Voice assistant support works with smart speakers.
  • A mini load setting suits a handful of items.

What we don't like about Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700

  • There is no selectable drying time, so you cannot pick a length.
  • At 55.9 kg it is heavy to move.
  • There is no fast function, so small loads take the full time.
  • Its 112 L drum and 84.2 cm height take up a lot of room in a small flat.

Verdict

Energy use stays low with the Siemens WQ45B2B40 iQ700, a 9 kg heat pump dryer for a household that runs it most days. A full load takes 1.6 kWh, and the machine uses 193 kWh a year. At 61 dB it is quiet enough to run while people are at home. Wi-Fi and voice assistant support let you start or check a cycle from a phone or by voice. A mini load setting, a reversible door and a self-cleaning condenser make everyday use easier. The gap is drying time. There is no selectable drying time, so you cannot pick a length yourself. At 55.9 kg it is also heavy to move. It suits a buyer who wants a quiet dryer that uses little power and can be controlled remotely.

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