Best integrated tumble dryers 2025: top built-in dryers

Space-saving, subtle and stylish, the best integrated tumble dryers stand up against their freestanding equivalents, with the added bonus that they blend seamlessly into your kitchen layout. While there’s a far more limited range of integrated tumble dryers to choose from, just like the best washer dryers or washing machines, you can still find several built-in models that make a wise investment for an open-plan kitchen.

If you’re replacing an existing integrated appliance or prefer the seamless look of a built-in tumble dryer, it's important to do your research. There are several points you’ll want to consider, including:

The dryer's overall capacity,
Energy-efficiency ratings
Range of programmes
Extra features like delay timers, WiFi connectivity and sensors, which can help save you time and money
... and last but not least, your budget

To help you decide on the best integrated tumble dryer for you, we first took to the Mumsnet forums, sourcing tried and tested reviews from Mumsnet users to learn more about the products they rate. Their verdicts, combined with the views of industry experts, consumer champions and verified consumer ratings gave us a well-rounded view of the products on our list, helping you make an informed choice and buy with confidence.

If you're kitting out your kitchen with other integrated appliances, we've got you covered. Head over to our guides to the best integrated washing machines, the best integrated washer dryers and the best integrated dishwashers.

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11th December 2025 update: A large number of integrated heat pump tumble dryers have been recalled. To check if your appliance is affected, visit the gov.uk website.

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Best integrated tumble dryer overall

BEKO Pro DTIKP71131W Integrated 7 kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer

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What we like

Excellent energy efficiency
Accurate drying sensors
Light in the drum
Automatic anti-creasing function

What we don't like

No app

Key specs

What Mumsnet users say

Ohnonotmeagain · Recommended brand

I like mine. I could only get an integrated heat pump one (beko). It’s much cheaper and I’d happily take the cost effectiveness over the longer drying times. However I don’t tumble dry much. Most I will hang on an airer overnight and just finish off in the dryer. Generally only towels and sheets, so one or two washes a week.

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Our verdict

If you’re after a built-in appliance that ticks all the boxes, the Beko Pro DTIKP71131W is certainly worth considering. Despite its affordable price tag, this 7kg integrated tumble dryer has an excellent energy rating and a varied selection of programmes.

While the programmes may not be as fast as condenser tumble dryers, this heat pump’s lower temperatures, combined with accurate drying sensors, help prevent overdrying - protecting your clothes from shrinkage or fading and keeping them looking their best.

We love the intelligent reverse action drum that separates the clothing and prevents it from balling up, while the automatic anti-creasing function reduces the need for ironing - even when you’re unable to empty the dryer straight away.

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How much does it cost to use a tumble dryer?

The cost of running your tumble dryer will depend on both the type of dryer, the cycles you use and how often you choose to run it.

According to tumble dryer manufacturer Haier, heat pump dryers cost as little as 63p per cycle to run. On that basis used twice a week, you can expect around £75 a year added to your energy bills. This is almost half the cost of a condenser tumble dryer.

As well as running your tumble dryer during off-peak electricity times, you can reduce the cost of your tumble dryer by opting for eco cycles wherever possible.

What’s the most cost-effective type of tumble dryer?

Heat pumps are by far the most energy-efficient choice. While their programmes can take a little longer due to lower operating temperatures, they also offer excellent performance while protecting your clothes from over-drying.

Should you go for an integrated heat pump, condenser or vented tumble dryer?

Vented tumble dryers are few and far between these days, especially when looking for an integrated appliance. The decision therefore will be between condenser and heat pump, with heat pump being the most accessible choice when choosing a built-in model.

Condenser tumble dryers are quick and easy to use, drawing in and heating cool air from the room to dry your clothes inside the drum. Any steam is then turned into water and collected in a removable tank which you need to empty regularly.

Heat pump tumble dryers tend to be more costly initially, however, they run at lower temperatures and recycle the heat generated during the cycle, making them far more energy-efficient and cheaper to run in the long term.

What’s the best integrated tumble dryer to buy?

We think the Beko DTIKP71131W Integrated 7Kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer is the integrated budget tumble dryer you can buy today. A great all-rounder for most families, this easy-to-use tumble dryer offers accurate drying sensors and a wide range of programmes to suit all lifestyles.

How we chose the best integrated tumble dryer

Recommendations from real Mumsnet users

To begin our search for the best budget tumble dryer, we turned to the Mumsnet forums to draw on the wealth of experience from our 10 million Mumsnetters. We know that laundry is a popular topic, so we wanted to know which integrated tumble dryers parents really loved and were built to last. We also looked for any negative reviews, where Mumsnet users highlighted products that they felt were poor quality, overpriced, and took an eternity to dry or dry unevenly. That way, we could exclude these from our list.

Expert opinions

Next up, we considered reviews and feedback from trusted industry experts. We always want to be confident that the products we recommend are fit for purpose, so we looked out for award-winning or well-regarded products, including any recommended by consumer champions such as Which?.

Verified customer reviews

Finally, we thoroughly investigated genuine customer reviews on retailer sites such as Amazon, AO and Currys to get a comprehensive picture of consumer experiences regarding the products on our shortlist.

Celebrated tumble dryers

Using our triple-check vetting process has allowed us to guarantee that every tumble dryer on this list has earned its right to be there, creating a guide to the best tumble dryers that is honest, balanced and up-to-date.

Why you should trust us

We work hard to provide honest and independent advice you can trust and we spend hours scouring the Mumsnet forums and online bestseller lists to find products that real parents rate.

Transparency is really important to us and that's why we're always upfront about where we find our recommendations. We write about products that we feel offer the best value to most parents – the ones that our users would recommend to their own friends and family.

About the author

Lucy Cotterill is a mum of two and a Content Writer at Mumsnet, specialising in baby/child and lifestyle product reviews and round-ups. Having written product reviews on her own blog Real Mum Reviews since 2012, Lucy loves to research and explore the pros and cons of products, scrutinising reviews and consumer feedback to help people make confident purchases.