Tumble dryers

Tumble dryers in Australia: what to buy and check

Updated 4 November 2026

Vented tumble dryers of 4.5 to 8 kg cost about A$288–A$692 in Australia, and heat pump models run from about A$599 to A$1,892. Compare capacity and drying type first, then check the warranty and energy label before you buy. For current prices in your city, send a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Warranty and consumer guarantees

Warranties differ by brand: some makers offer 5 years on parts and labour, others 2 years, and small appliances are often covered for 12 months. Consumer guarantees can apply beyond the maker's warranty, and what counts as a reasonable time depends on the product. Keep the receipt, and read the installation instructions, since some warranties are void unless the dryer is installed to the manual's minimum specifications.

Energy labels and standards

Clothes dryers carry an energy rating label, and the government energy rating site describes the labelling requirements for rotary clothes dryers under the Australian Standard for household electrical appliances. Compare the rating with the capacity in kilograms before you choose a model. Check the label on the specific model, not only in the listing.

Season and delivery

Winter (June–August) is when many households use a dryer most, so a faulty machine is often replaced then. Ordering in autumn (March–May) or spring (September–November) leaves more time to compare delivery dates. Name your city among Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide so the seller can confirm delivery and the connection to your address.

What to write in your request

State the load capacity in kilograms (for example 7 kg), the drying type (vented or heat pump), and the space in centimetres for width, depth and height. Vented models need an exhaust route, while heat pump models do not, so say how the dryer will be vented. Add the make and model if known, whether the dryer is new or used, your delivery and connection needs, your city and your budget.

On BlaBlaPrice the request is free for buyers. You describe the dryer in your own words in a chat, and you can add a photo. The AI reads the request, asks for missing details and looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, then shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their offer, price and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. For related products see home appliances or washing machines.