Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£470Drying technology:condenserCapacity:9 kgEnergy efficiency class:BInstallation type:self-standing

Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 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.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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.
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Score components

70%

6.1

Technical Score

30%

9.3

User score

▼Worse than 70% of tumble-dryers
6.1

Technical Score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
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%

5.5

Performance

30%

5.3

Features

25%

7.1

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

▼Worse than 79% of tumble-dryers
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 10
✕
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%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 995 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.
★Better than 93% of tumble-dryers
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Verdict

The Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 condenser tumble dryer delivers exceptional drying speed, quiet operation, and robust construction engineered for larger households requiring rapid laundry turnaround. Featuring an expansive nine-kilogram capacity drum with an internal volume of 112 liters driven by an energy-efficient brushless iQdrive inverter motor, this freestanding model operates in energy class B while maintaining an unusually quiet 65-decibel sound output. Utilizing conventional condenser mechanics, it completes standard eco cycles in just 150 minutes alongside a swift forty-minute express program. Siemens' AutoDry sensor system measures drum temperature and residual dampness continuously, halting the cycle precisely when target dryness is reached to prevent fabric overheating. The softDry drum architecture features bidirectional movement and wave-shaped paddles to reduce creasing. Offering ten specialized programs including hygiene, wool, sportswear, and shirts, alongside AntiVibration sidewalls and an EasyClean filter, it delivers exemplary utility.

Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Siemens WT46G402 iQ500

Technical Score
Technical score
6.1/ 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%

5.5

Performance

30%

5.3

Features

25%

7.1

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

6.1
Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 79.3% of dryers.
User score
User score
9.3/ 10
✕
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%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 995 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.
9.3
Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 93% of dryers.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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.
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Popularity:
Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 84.5% of dryers.
10
Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 84.5% of dryers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 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%

7.1

Overall score

40%

8.3

Price

7.4
Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a value for money of 7.4 points, which is lower than 58.4% of dryers.
Brand name
Siemens
Drying technology
condenser
Drying technology
condenser
This tumble dryer uses condenser drying technology which is less advanced than the technology of 71.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 18.9% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
This tumble dryer has a capacity of 9 kg which is larger than the capacity of 61.2% of tumble dryers and equal to the capacity of 28.7% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
112 L
Drum volume
112 L
This tumble dryer has a drum volume of 112 L which is smaller than the drum volume of 57.7% of tumble dryers and equal to the drum volume of 34.2% of tumble dryers.
Inverter motor
yes
Inverter motor
yes
This tumble dryer has an inverter motor. 38.4% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
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N. of drying programs
10
N. of drying programs
10
This tumble dryer has 10 different drying programs which is fewer than the n. of programs of 83.5% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 7% of tumble dryers.
Cotton (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Easy-Care (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Outdoor, Hygiene, Mixed, Timed Program Warm Air, Timed Program Cold Air, Shirts/Blouses 15', Super 40', Wool Finish, Lingerie
N. of downloable programs
0
N. of downloable programs
0
This tumble dryer has 0 downloadable programs which is fewer than the n. of downloadable programs of 28% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 72% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
yes
Temperature selection
yes
This tumble dryer offers temperature selection. 40.2% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Low temperature selection button only
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 - 180 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
9
N. of advanced features
9
This tumble dryer has 9 features which is more than the n. of features of 40.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 15% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Fast function, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Funzione rapida, Asciugatura delicata, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura, Movimento bidirezionale del cestello;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Option rapide, Séchage délicat, Mouvement du tambour après séchage, Mouvement bidirectionnel du tambour;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Función rápida, Secado delicado, Movimiento del tambor post-secado, Movimiento bidireccional del tambor;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schnellfunktion, Schontrocknung, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen, Bidirektionale Trommelbewegung;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Snelle functie, Zachte droging, Trommelbeweging na drogen, Bidirectionele trommelbeweging
Laundry detection system
no
Laundry detection system
no
This tumble dryer lacks 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 AutoDry sensors continuously monitor temperature and moisture levels to achieve your chosen dryness level (Iron Dry, Cupboard Dry, or Extra Dry) while protecting clothes from excessive heat and over-drying.
Delayed start option
yes
Delayed start option
yes
This tumble dryer has a delayed start option. 92.5% of tumble dryers have this feature.
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.
The LED display shows program settings and previews water/energy consumption (rated from 1-5 lines) before start.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
This tumble dryer includes a child lock. 93% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
yes
Antivibration design
yes
This tumble dryer features a stable anti-vibration system. 100% of tumble dryers have this system.
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Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • 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.
  • Includes a fast drying function
    Fast function
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 11.3% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
    The speedPack offers fast drying times across all programs.
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Adjustable temperature
    Temperature selection
    yes
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 40.2% of dryers provide temperature selection.
    Low temperature selection button only
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Smart LED Drum Light (automatic interior illumination that activates when door opens or program starts, and switches off to conserve energy)
  • 0.8% lower height
    Height
    84.2 cm
    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
  • 39.5 min shorter ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    150 min
    This tumble dryer has a shorter ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (150 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    150 min vs 189.5 min
  • 9.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    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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    Siemens WT46G402 iQ500
    the average tumble dryer
    Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 has a higher user score than the average tumble dryer (9.30 vs 8.505).
    9.3 vs 8.51
  • 25.3% more popular
    Siemens WT46G402 iQ500 is more popular than the average tumble dryer (10 vs 8).
    10 vs 7.98
  • 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.
  • 1 kg bigger capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    This tumble dryer has a bigger capacity than the average tumble dryer (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average dryer has a capacity of 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Includes a fast drying function
    Fast function
    yes
    This tumble dryer includes a rapid drying function, while the average tumble dryer does not. 11.3% of dryers have a rapid drying function.
    The speedPack offers fast drying times across all programs.
  • Adjustable temperature
    Temperature selection
    yes
    This tumble dryer offers temperature selection, while the average tumble dryer does not. 40.2% of dryers provide temperature selection.
    Low temperature selection button only
  • 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.
  • 39.5 min shorter ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    150 min
    This tumble dryer has a shorter ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (150 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    150 min vs 189.5 min
  • 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.
    Smart LED Drum Light (automatic interior illumination that activates when door opens or program starts, and switches off to conserve energy)
  • 0.8% lower height
    Height
    84.2 cm
    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
  • 2.2% smaller volume
    Volume
    301,606.084 cm³
    This tumble dryer has a smaller volume than the average tumble dryer (301606.1 cm³ vs 308507.5 cm³). The average dryer has a volume of 308507.5 cm³.
    301,606.084 cm³ vs 308,507.5 cm³
  • 1.6% smaller depth
    Depth
    59.9 cm
    This tumble dryer has a smaller depth than the average tumble dryer (59.9 cm vs 60.9 cm). The average dryer has a depth of 60.9 cm.
    59.9 cm vs 60.9 cm
  • 4 fewer drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    10
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (10 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Cotton (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Easy-Care (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Outdoor, Hygiene, Mixed, Timed Program Warm Air, Timed Program Cold Air, Shirts/Blouses 15', Super 40', Wool Finish, Lingerie
    10 vs 14
  • 2.71x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    5.23 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (5.2 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    5.23 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 2.52x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.77 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.77 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Less advanced drying technology
    Drying technology
    condenser
    This tumble dryer uses a less advanced drying technology than the average tumble dryer (condenser vs heat pump). The average dryer uses heat pump drying technology.
    condenser vs heat pump
  • 5.1% smaller drum volume
    Drum volume
    112 L
    This tumble dryer has a smaller drum volume than the average tumble dryer (112 L vs 118 L). The average dryer has a drum volume of 118 L.
    112 L vs 118 L
  • 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.
  • 0.3% wider
    Width
    59.8 cm
    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
  • 10 min longer fast cycle duration
    Fast cycle duration
    40 min
    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.
    The Super40 program dries laundry in 40 minutes through optimized temperature and cooling.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 2.71x higher energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    5.23 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (5.2 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    5.23 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 2.52x higher energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    2.77 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes more energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (2.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    2.77 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Less advanced drying technology
    Drying technology
    condenser
    This tumble dryer uses a less advanced drying technology than the average tumble dryer (condenser vs heat pump). The average dryer uses heat pump drying technology.
    condenser vs heat pump
  • 5.1% smaller drum volume
    Drum volume
    112 L
    This tumble dryer has a smaller drum volume than the average tumble dryer (112 L vs 118 L). The average dryer has a drum volume of 118 L.
    112 L vs 118 L
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (B vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    B vs A+++
  • 2.62x higher annual energy consumption
    Annual energy consumption
    616 kWh/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy consumption than the average tumble dryer (616 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average dryer consumes 235 kWh/year annually.
    616 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 2.62x higher annual energy cost
    Annual energy cost
    184.8 £/year
    This tumble dryer has a higher annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (184.8 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    184.8 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • 4 fewer drying programs
    N. of drying programs
    10
    This tumble dryer offers fewer drying programs than the average tumble dryer (10 vs 14). The average dryer has 14 drying programs.
    Cotton (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Easy-Care (Cupboard Dry Plus, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry), Outdoor, Hygiene, Mixed, Timed Program Warm Air, Timed Program Cold Air, Shirts/Blouses 15', Super 40', Wool Finish, Lingerie
    10 vs 14
  • 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.
  • 10 min longer fast cycle duration
    Fast cycle duration
    40 min
    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.
    The Super40 program dries laundry in 40 minutes through optimized temperature and cooling.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 0.3% wider
    Width
    59.8 cm
    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
  • Door hinge
    right
    This tumble dryer has a right door hinge, while the average tumble dryer has reversible.
    right vs reversible

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