AEG vs LG Tumble Dryers

AEG and LG both build premium heat pump tumble dryers. AEG's models include the AEG TR818P4B 8000 8kg heat pump at £499, the AEG TR708L0B 7000 SensiDry 8kg heat pump at £579, the AEG T6DBG822N 8kg condenser with sensor drying at £579 and the AEG TR849P4B AbsoluteCare heat pump at £1,049. LG's range runs from the LG FDT208S 8kg heat pump at £499 and the LG FDV309GN 9kg in slate grey at £649, to the LG FDV909BN 9kg heat pump at £799 and the white LG FDV909WN at £799.

AEG's AbsoluteCare system controls drum movement and temperature for each fabric type, while ProSense adjusts drying time to the load size. Its My AEG Care app provides remote monitoring and maintenance alerts. LG's dryers use Heat Pump Technology, which the brand says can save up to 65 per cent on energy, plus Dual Inverter Technology for faster drying. Its ThinQ and Smart Pairing features provide remote control.

AEG suits households who dry delicate wool, silk or workwear and want a long-warranty heat pump with excellent fabric care. The TR818P4B at £499 is the most accessible of its heat pumps, and the 8kg TR708L0B suits a typical family week. LG suits buyers who want smart connectivity and a bigger 9kg drum. The FDT208S at £499 offers a moisture sensor and 15 drying programmes for an 8kg load, while the 9kg FDV309GN at £649 or the FDV909BN at £799 gives more capacity for families who dry bulky loads regularly.

Bottom line: choose AEG if fabric care and a strong warranty matter most, and you are prepared to pay from £499 for a heat pump that protects delicates. Choose LG if you want a 9kg heat pump with smart pairing and eco modes, such as the FDV309GN at £649, or the 8kg FDT208S at £499 if you want LG's heat pump at the same price as the AEG TR818P4B.