Miele 8kg EcoSpeed Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White vs 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer EcoSpeed and EcoDry - White — Comparison
TWA520WP is the Miele TWA520WP 8kg EcoSpeed Heat Pump Tumble Dryer in white, priced at £899, while TWD640WP is the Miele TWD640WP 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer EcoSpeed and EcoDry in white at £1199. Both sit in Miele’s premium T1 heat pump tumble dryer range, but the TWA520WP is the more accessible EcoSpeed option, whereas the TWD640WP moves up the line with a larger drum and more advanced fabric-care technology.
The TWA520WP gives you an 8kg capacity, A+++ energy rating, 66dB noise level, Heat Pump design, EasyControl operation and FragranceDos for adding a fresh scent to laundry. The TWD640WP increases capacity to 9kg while keeping the same A+++ rating and 66dB noise level. It also adds DirectSensor controls, DryCare 40 for low-temperature drying of suitable 40°C washable fabrics, HygieneDry for extra hygienic drying, and Miele@home smart connectivity, features not listed on the TWA520WP.
The TWA520WP suits households that want Miele heat pump efficiency, dependable drying and fragrance options without stepping into the higher price bracket. Its 8kg drum is still generous for couples or small families, and the £300 saving is meaningful if smart control and hygiene cycles are not essential. The TWD640WP is better for larger households, frequent bedding loads or buyers who want more programme intelligence, app connectivity and fabric flexibility.
Bottom line: choose TWA520WP if you want a lower-cost Miele heat pump dryer with FragranceDos, 8kg capacity and A+++ efficiency / opt for TWD640WP if you need 9kg capacity, DirectSensor, DryCare 40, HygieneDry and Miele@home.
| Specification | Miele TWA520WP | Miele TWD640WP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £899 | £1,199 |
| Brand | Miele | Miele |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 172 | 194 |
| Colour Of Unit | White | White |
| Condenser Efficiency Grade | A | A |
| Dryer Temperatures | 1 | 1 |
| Drying Capacity | 8kg | 9kg |
| Energy Efficiency Class | A+++ | A+++ |
| Energy Full Load | 1.40 | 194 |
| Energy Half Load | 0.81 | — |
| Energy Rating | A+++ | A+++ |
| Filter Full Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Final Cool Cycle | No | No |
| Full Load Cycle Time in mins | 170 | 187 |
| Guarantee | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Half load option | No | No |
| Heat Pump | Yes | Yes |
| Loading Type | Front | Front |
| Max Time on Timer in mins | 170 | 1440 |
| Noise Level | 66 | 66 |
| Sensor Drying | Yes | No |
| Smart Dryer | No | No |
| Timer delay | Yes | Yes |
| Time remaining indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Tumble Dryer Type | Heat Pump | Heat Pump |
| Vent Hose Included | No | No |
| Venting Position | N/A | Front |
| Dimensions & Physical | ||
| Load Capacity in kg | 8 | 9 |
| Number of programmes | 12 | 10 |
| Weight in kg | 56 | 9 |
| Depth in mm | 655 | 643 |
| Height in mm | 850 | 850 |
| Width in mm | 596 | 596 |