Heat Pump tumble dryers are super-efficient, but to save the most energy, programmes may take a little longer to dry your clothes than on standard dryers. It’s important not to overload the drum either, so they can perform at their best.

Avoiding the laundry? This Hisense heat pump tumble dryer handles the hard work. Whether it’s a hamper’s worth of clothes or just a couple outfits, the Auto Dry feature knows the perfect settings for any load. It uses sensors to check how wet everything is, figuring out the ideal options — so you’re never using more water or energy than needed. Plus, the Anti Crease programme moves items around more, meaning that the hot air loosens any creases, and that ironing board can stay in the cupboard. Not just that, connect the appliance to your ConnectLife app to unlock a whole load of new features; from switching up settings from the comfort of the sofa, to updates on an ongoing cycle. That’s smart.