Bosch Vision WTVC5330US

With a unique top-loading design, the Fisher & Paykel SmartLoad has no problem getting clothes dry. It just takes awhile, however, and its control panel is oversimplified.

The Bosch WTVC5330US Dryer does a very good—if sometimes uneven—job drying clothes.

If you want a competent and attractive dryer and have money to spend, the LG DLEX3885W is your choice.

The {{product.name}} is an unassuming little machine that manages to deliver despite its tiny size. That size is a hindrance when trying to dry large, bulky items, but regular clothes came out dry as a bone. It treated delicate fabrics very well, too, heating up to a safe temperature while still managing to get everything dry. A lack of customization and no extra features means you don't have much say in what's happening to your clothes, and the $699 MSRP may not be entirely justified for slightly imperfect performance. It's somewhat telling that many retailers claim this model is discontinued, resulting in our having to purchase one directly from the manufacturer.