Piles of damp washing don't stand a chance with this LG heat pump tumble dryer. Instead of pushing hot, wet air out through a hose, it recycles the warm air inside the drum, so it uses less energy than a vented model, and the lower temperature is kinder to your delicate knits. There are 10 programmes to choose from, from wool to a hygiene cycle for bedding, and if you need something back in a hurry, Turbo Dry works the Dual Inverter Compressor harder and holds onto more of the heat, so a load is done in 81 minutes. AI Dry keeps an eye on the temperature and humidity as it goes, working out what sort of fabric it's handling so it stops at just the right moment. No more crispy towels.

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.