Heat pump tumble dryers

My sister has a John Lewis heat pump tumble dryer, it does a good job. I’m quite envious of its low running cost.
I have an AEG condenser it also does a good job, no creasing, not quite as economical.

My niece has one and hers also takes 2 to 3 hours to dry a load.
That is ok if you dont need something quickly and cannot hear it.

You will probably get the same reviews on here, some will like them some not.

I've had a Bosch heat-pump dryer since 2017 and it's the best dryer I've ever owned. I use it several times a week and, if it had to be replaced, would not now contemplate buying any other kind of dryer.
It takes a large load, is no noisier than any other dryer I've encountered, it's very economical to run and it does have a reverse action.
Granted the drying time is longer than with previous dryers but, as I've never needed to dry something and use it/wear it immediately, this hasn't been an issue.

When I moved into my flat in 2019, knew I needed a good tumble dryer as no longer the option of hanging out washing in garden. Worked on basis that fuel prices likely to rise (did then realise how much of a rise), so spent extra to purchase a Beko Heat Pump dryer. Have never regretted this decision.

Of course it does reverse, no noisier than any other tumble dryer I have had, takes a little longer to dry a load - but senses when the load is dry and then stops. Big difference is the cost - so much less to run than normal tumble dryer

I didn’t realize how much more efficient they were an average user will save £200 per year over a typical 12 yr lifespan. Looking a prices they are about £100 more to buy, it’s a no brainer.

Miele, excellent, they weigh and go by the humidity in the washing, Could not be cheaper in use

Thank you all for your responses. I did more research and discovered that they are less efficient in colder temperatures. Mine is in my utility room, which is an unheated single skin extension. Also I want to have it stacked above my washing machine and they are a fair bit heavier. I'm afraid I chickened out and ordered another condenser dryer.

You've done the right thing. I have one in the garage, it needs emptying and I find it a nuisance. Previous one was vented. It also takes over 2 hours min.