Altimo 8kg Condenser Tumble Dryer - White vs 9kg Heat Pump Dryer - White — Comparison

ACD812W is the Altimo ACD812W 8kg Condenser Tumble Dryer in white, priced at £249, while AHPD912W is the Altimo AHPD912W 9kg Heat Pump Dryer in white at £339. Within Altimo’s affordable tumble dryer range, the ACD812W is the cheaper conventional condenser choice, while the AHPD912W steps up to heat pump drying, a larger drum and a much better energy rating for only £90 more.

The ACD812W provides an 8kg dry load, Sensor Dry Technology, a 4-digit LED display, 15 drying programmes, Express Dry 29', Shirts 12', Dry Level selection, Anti-Crease Select, B energy rating and 65dB noise level. The AHPD912W increases capacity to 9kg and keeps Sensor Dry Technology, 15 drying programmes, Dry Level and Anti-Crease Select. Its quick options differ, with Express 34 mins and Shirts 20 mins, but the major upgrade is efficiency: A++ rather than B, with the same 65dB noise level.

The ACD812W suits buyers who want the lowest upfront price, simple condenser installation and useful programme choice for smaller households. It is also appealing if short shirt and express cycles matter more than long-term running costs. The AHPD912W is the better option for families, regular laundry loads and anyone watching energy use. Its 9kg drum handles more laundry per cycle, while the A++ heat pump design should be more economical over time.

Bottom line: choose ACD812W if you want the cheapest Altimo option with 8kg capacity, sensor drying and 15 programmes / opt for AHPD912W if you can spend more for 9kg capacity and A++ heat pump efficiency.