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.

Make light work of laundry days with this Hotpoint tumble dryer. There’s no need to be nervous about popping your favourite jumper in, as ActiveCare technology is designed to keep fabrics looking their best for longer. And the ironing pile will be a lot smaller, because the CreaseCare option will tumble your clothes for up to 10 hours after the cycle’s ended, removing those pesky wrinkles. There’s also an Anti-Allergy cycle which will get plenty of use if anyone in your household has sensitive skin, as it removes 99.99% of dust mites by using a constant temperature at the end of the cycle.