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Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£660Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:8 kgEnergy efficiency class:A+++Installation type:self-standing

Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 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.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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70%

7.5

Technical score

30%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 61% of tumble-dryers
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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%

8.9

Performance

30%

5.2

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

â–²Better than 64% of tumble-dryers
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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%

9.6

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on 10 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.
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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%

8.9

Performance

30%

5.2

Features

25%

8.0

Drying programs

10%

8.4

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.1/ 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%

9.6

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on 10 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.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
4.6/ 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:
Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 has a popularity of 4.6 points, which is higher than 90.2% of dryers.
4.6
Value for money
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%

7.7

Overall score

40%

6.8

Price

7.4
Brand name
Siemens
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
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
This tumble dryer has a capacity of 8 kg which is larger than the capacity of 17.6% of tumble dryers and equal to the capacity of 43.4% 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
14
N. of drying programs
14
This tumble dryer has 14 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 43.2% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 18.1% of tumble dryers.
Cotton, Easy Care, Quick/Mix, Delicates, Wool finish, Time 30' cold, Time 30' warm, Time 60' warm, Shirts, Pillows, Outdoor, Super 40, Duvets, Towels
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.
30 - 60 min
Selectable drying level
yes
Selectable drying level
yes
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 93.6%.
Cupboard dry plus, Cupboard dry, Iron dry
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N. of advanced features
8
N. of advanced features
8
This tumble dryer has 8 features which is fewer than the n. of features of 60.2% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 13.7% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Memory function, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, Funzione memoria, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Asciugatura delicata, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, Fonction de mémoire, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Séchage délicat, Mouvement du tambour après séchage;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, Función de memoria, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Secado delicado, Movimiento del tambor post-secado;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, Speicherfunktion, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schontrocknung, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, Geheugenfunctie, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Zachte droging, Trommelbeweging na drogen
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.
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 WT48Y7W3 iQ800 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.
  • 34.2% lower energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    1.27 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes less energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (1.3 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    1.27 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 31.8% lower energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    0.75 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes less energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (0.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    0.75 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Better water recovery efficiency class
    Water recovery efficiency class
    A
    This tumble dryer has a better water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    A vs B
  • 3 dB quieter during operation
    Noise level
    62 dB
    This tumble dryer is quieter during operation than the average tumble dryer (62 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    62 dB vs 65 dB
  • 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
  • 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.
    Memory (saves two sets of custom program settings as Memory 1 and 2)
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 34.2% lower energy consumption for full loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at full load
    1.27 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes less energy per full load than the average tumble dryer (1.3 kWh vs 1.93 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.93 kWh per full load.
    1.27 kWh vs 1.93 kWh
  • 31.8% lower energy consumption for partial loads
    Energy consumption per cycle at partial load
    0.75 kWh
    This tumble dryer consumes less energy per partial load than the average tumble dryer (0.8 kWh vs 1.1 kWh). The average dryer consumes 1.1 kWh per partial load.
    0.75 kWh vs 1.1 kWh
  • Better water recovery efficiency class
    Water recovery efficiency class
    A
    This tumble dryer has a better water recovery efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A vs B). The average dryer has a water recovery efficiency class of B.
    A vs B
  • 3 dB quieter during operation
    Noise level
    62 dB
    This tumble dryer is quieter during operation than the average tumble dryer (62 dB vs 65 dB). The average dryer has a noise level of 65 dB.
    62 dB vs 65 dB
  • 32.8% lower annual energy consumption
    Annual energy consumption
    158 kWh/year
    This tumble dryer has a lower annual energy consumption than the average tumble dryer (158 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year). The average dryer consumes 235 kWh/year annually.
    158 kWh/year vs 235 kWh/year
  • 32.8% lower annual energy cost
    Annual energy cost
    47.4 £/year
    This tumble dryer has a lower annual energy cost than the average tumble dryer (47.4 £/year vs 70.5 £/year). The average annual energy cost for dryers is 70.5 £/year.
    47.4 £/year vs 70.5 £/year
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Duvet program
    Duvet program
    yes
    This tumble dryer has a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does not. 48.2% of dryers have this program.
  • 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.
    Memory (saves two sets of custom program settings as Memory 1 and 2)
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    Bidirectional drum movement
    no
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 63.9% of dryers use this technology.
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    8
    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, Memory function, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, Funzione memoria, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Asciugatura delicata, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, Fonction de mémoire, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Séchage délicat, Mouvement du tambour après séchage;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, Función de memoria, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Secado delicado, Movimiento del tambor post-secado;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, Speicherfunktion, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schontrocknung, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, Geheugenfunctie, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Zachte droging, Trommelbeweging na drogen
    8 vs 9
  • 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.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 20.4% heavier
    Weight
    54.2 kg
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (54.2 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    54.2 kg vs 45 kg
  • 73.5% less popular
    Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 is less popular than the average tumble dryer (4.6 vs 8).
    4.6 vs 7.98
  • 73.5% less popular
    Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 is less popular than the average tumble dryer (4.6 vs 8).
    4.6 vs 7.98
  • 34.7% more expensive
    Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£660 vs £490).
    £660 vs £490
  • 5% lower user score
    User score
    8.1/ 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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    Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800
    the average tumble dryer
    Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 has a lower user score than the average tumble dryer (8.10 vs 8.505).
    8.1 vs 8.51
  • 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
  • Lacks bidirectional motion for even drying
    Bidirectional drum movement
    no
    This tumble dryer does not ensure even drying with bidirectional drum motion, while the average tumble dryer does. 63.9% of dryers use this technology.
  • 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.
    40 min vs 30 min
  • 19.5 min longer ECO cycle duration
    Duration of ECO cycle
    209 min
    This tumble dryer has a longer ECO cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (209 min vs 189.5 min). The average dryer’s ECO cycle takes 189.5 min.
    209 min vs 189.5 min
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    8
    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, Memory function, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Gentle drying, Post-drying drum movement;Sensori di umidità, Opzione di avvio ritardato, Opzione Pausa & Aggiungi, Funzione memoria, Tempi di asciugatura selezionabili, Livello di asciugatura selezionabile, Asciugatura delicata, Movimento del cestello post-asciugatura;Capteurs d’humidité, Option de départ différé, Option Pause et Ajout, Fonction de mémoire, Durées de séchage sélectionnables, Niveau de séchage sélectionnable, Séchage délicat, Mouvement du tambour après séchage;Sensores de humedad, Opción de inicio diferido, Opción Pausa y Añadir, Función de memoria, Tiempos de secado seleccionables, Nivel de secado seleccionable, Secado delicado, Movimiento del tambor post-secado;Feuchtigkeitssensoren, Startzeitvorwahl, Pause & Hinzufügen Option, Speicherfunktion, Wählbare Trocknungszeiten, Wählbarer Trocknungsgrad, Schontrocknung, Trommelbewegung nach dem Trocknen;Vochtigheidssensoren, Uitgestelde start, Pauze & Toevoegen-optie, Geheugenfunctie, Selecteerbare droogtijden, Selecteerbaar droogniveau, Zachte droging, Trommelbeweging na drogen
    8 vs 9
  • 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
  • 20.4% heavier
    Weight
    54.2 kg
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (54.2 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    54.2 kg vs 45 kg

Third-party reviews

Based on 10 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: March 2026 · How we calculate this

Verdict

Siemens WT48Y7W3 iQ800 prioritizes energy efficiency with just 1.27 kWh per cycle and an A+++ rating, while operating quietly at 62 dB and handling up to 8 kg of laundry. It includes 14 drying programs, AutoDry sensors, and a memory function for user convenience. The heat pump technology supports gentler drying, and the post-cycle tumbling helps reduce wrinkles. Though reliable, it lacks features like Wi-Fi, a hygiene cycle, and bidirectional drum motion, and its motor warranty is limited to two years. At 54.2 kg, it’s also heavier than many models in its class.

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