LG tumble dryers here are all freestanding heat pump condenser models. They collect the moisture from your laundry instead of venting it outside, so you don't need a hose through a wall or window, and they fit in a kitchen, utility room or cupboard with a socket. Drums hold 9 kg or 10 kg, which is enough for family washes, towels and bedding. These are the same dryers you'll find under LG heat pump tumble dryers and LG freestanding tumble dryers.
A heat pump dryer warms and reuses the same air at a lower temperature. It costs more to buy than a basic condenser but less to run, and the gentler heat is kinder to fabrics. The trade-off is time: listed standard cotton cycles run from about three and a half to four and a half hours. One model is described as a DUAL Inverter heat pump dryer. LG says its twin cylinders turn in opposite directions to reduce vibration.
Some models list more than others. Programme counts run from 12 to 23, noise levels are around 62 to 64 dB, and several are internet connected, so you can keep track of a cycle when you're not in the room. Finishes include white, glossy white, slate grey and matte black. Start with drum size: choose 10 kg if you often dry duvets or big loads, and 9 kg otherwise. Then compare finish, programmes and connectivity, perhaps alongside LG washing machines if you'd like a matching pair.
