The Hisense DHGE901 undercuts the established brands while still offering a 9 kg drum, A++ efficiency and notably low running noise. For a quiet, large, affordable heat pump dryer, it makes a strong case.
Hisense has grown from a value newcomer into a credible mainstream appliance brand in the UK, and the DHGE901 shows why. It brings heat pump technology, a big 9 kg drum and impressively quiet running to a price below the established names. If you are open to choosing a value brand over a long-established badge, it is a lot of dryer for the money, and the quietest machine in our comparison.
| Model | Price | Type | Capacity | Energy rating | Rating | Link | |
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 | ★ Top pick Hisense DHGE901 9kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer | £424.00 | Heat pump condenser | 9 kg | A++ | ★ 4.2 | View → |
£424.00
Heat pump condenser · 9 kg · A++
The verdict from Leah Okafor, home appliance tester
The quiet, efficient challenger. The Hisense DHGE901 undercuts the established brands while still offering a 9 kg drum, A++ efficiency and notably low running noise, which makes it ideal for an open-plan kitchen or a flat. If you are happy to choose a value brand over a long-established name, it is a lot of dryer for the money.
Runs so quietly you forget it is on, and clothes come out evenly dry across a big load.
The DHGE901 is the right dryer if you want a large, efficient heat pump dryer at a keen price, and quiet running matters to you. With a 9 kg drum it suits a larger household or anyone who dries bedding regularly, and its low noise makes it ideal for an open-plan kitchen or a flat where the machine runs near living space. It is aimed at the practical buyer who cares more about capacity, efficiency and a peaceful home than about owning a premium nameplate.
It is less the obvious choice if you specifically want a long-established brand's resale confidence and service network, where the Bosch Series 6 reassures more, or if you need the gentlest possible drying for delicates, where the AEG 7000 Series leads. For value-focused, quiet, large-drum drying, though, the Hisense is genuinely impressive.
This is the DHGE901's standout quality. Heat pump dryers are generally quieter than vented ones, and this Hisense sits at the calm end even within that group. In use it runs so unobtrusively that you can easily forget it is on, which makes a real difference in a home where the dryer lives in or near the kitchen. If you have ever been driven out of a room by a droning dryer, the difference here is immediately noticeable.
The 9 kg drum handles big mixed loads with room to spare, so clothes tumble freely and dry evenly in a single cycle, the same advantage as the larger Hoover H-DRY 300. As a heat pump dryer it works at a lower temperature, drying loads thoroughly and gently rather than baking them. Sensor drying ends the cycle at the right dryness instead of running a fixed timer. The overall result is dependable, even drying across a big load. Our capacity guide explains when a 9 kg drum is the right call.
With an A++ rating the DHGE901 is as efficient as the premium models, using around half the electricity of an older condenser dryer for the same load. Achieving that at a value price is the heart of its appeal: low running costs without a high purchase price. As with any large dryer, a 9 kg drum uses a little more energy per cycle than a smaller one simply because there is more to dry, so size to your real loads. See our running cost guide for more.
The Hisense's compromises are about reputation and refinement rather than core performance. It is a less established brand than its rivals, so if long-term service confidence and resale value weigh heavily with you, the bigger names have an edge, though Hisense's UK presence and warranties are now solid. The programme selection is also fairly basic, covering everyday needs without the specialist cycles of a premium machine. If you dry technical fabrics or knitwear often, the AEG 7000 Series offers far more there. For straightforward, quiet, large-load drying, neither limitation is likely to bother you.
Yes, it is one of the quieter dryers in our comparison, which makes it a good choice for an open-plan kitchen or a flat where the machine runs near living space. Heat pump dryers are generally quieter than vented ones, and this Hisense is at the calmer end even within that group.
It is an A++ rated heat pump dryer, putting it on a par with the premium models for efficiency. Combined with its 9 kg drum, that makes it a cost-effective option for a larger household that wants low running costs without paying a premium brand price.
Hisense has grown into a credible mainstream appliance brand in the UK, offering heat pump technology and sensor drying at keen prices. The DHGE901 is a sensible buy if you want modern efficiency and a large drum, and are comfortable choosing a value brand over a long-established name.
The Hisense DHGE901 is the quiet, efficient challenger that punches above its price. It pairs a roomy 9 kg drum and A++ heat pump efficiency with the lowest running noise in our comparison, all at a price below the established brands. You give up some brand prestige and a few specialist programmes, but you gain a large, peaceful, economical dryer that is hard to fault for everyday family laundry. If you would rather have a long-established name, the Bosch Series 6 is our best overall pick, and for the gentlest premium drying the AEG 7000 Series leads. Read our buying guide before you choose.