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.

If you’re looking for a model with clever tech, this Sharp heat pump tumble dryer ticks all the right boxes. You’ll never have to worry about clothes snagging as they tumble, thanks to the clever design of the Bubble Drum, which stops fabrics sticking. Tired of taking half soggy shirts out the dryer? Not with this model. Thanks to Two Way Tumbling, the drum uses reverse rotations to make sure everything is evenly dried. It has clever 8 Sensor Drying tech too, which means it detects when your laundry is dry and stops spinning – now your fave outfit is protected from overheating.