These are the top-rated 5kg clothes dryers for smaller households to invest in

This 5.5kg vented dryer from Westinghouse is a smart choice for smaller households or apartments, offering a balance of efficiency and convenience.

“This was my first Westinghouse machine and I am happy with the purchase,” wrote a reviewer who left five stars. “It has all the features you need and seems to be much quicker drying than our old machine; size and features were very affordable compared to other machines.”

Key features:

• Auto cool down function to reduce creasing
• Reverse tumbling feature for even drying
• Wall-mount kit included – a great space saving option
• Front lint filter
• Front or rear venting
• Two-star energy rating
• Two-year warranty

Also available at:

• $499, Betta Home Living
• $499, Bing Lee
• $499, Designer Appliances
• $510 (usually $649), Appliances Online

If less capacity is required, the Solt 4.5kg vented dryer is perfect for households of one or two, and for those buying on a budget.

“Excellent dryer, works well,” said a five-star reviewer. “It’s quiet and efficient. Fits into the space in the laundry, so exactly right for what I want. Good value for money.”

Another wrote: “I am very pleased with my purchase. This little dryer fits perfectly on top of my 8kg front load washing machine. I purchased this dryer so that if the weather is not great and my clothes I want to wear aren’t drying I can just throw them in. I would only suggest throwing a few items in a time for a faster and more efficient dry.”

Key features:

• 481 five-star reviews on The Good Guys
• Adjustable levelling legs for stability
• Stainless steel drum – made to be delicate on your clothes
• Two-star energy rating
• Two-year warranty

With adjustable levelling legs and an alternative wall-mounted design, this Esatto dryer is the ideal space saver.

“Excellent dryer with the heat setting control being very useful with the price of electricity increases,” wrote a happy customer. “Being light it is easy to position and takes up less space because it is not as deep but the drum is wider instead.”

Key features:

• Four programs
• Compact design and included wall mounting kit to save space
• Two-star energy rating
• Two-year warranty

Also available at:

• $348, Kogan
• $348, Dick Smith
• $348, Matt Blatt

The Devanti 5kg tumble dryer makes all-weather drying a breeze, offering quick and reliable results for perfectly dried clothes every time. Its user-friendly digital control panel and intelligent humidity sensor take the guesswork out of laundry, automatically adjusting to save energy.

Reviewers highlight the dryer’s compact size and ease of installation, especially its slim design and wall-mountable feature. One customer noted that it “dries quick and isn’t too loud,” fitting perfectly in smaller spaces without needing a full vent setup. The fast delivery and affordable price were also praised.

Colours: White and silver

Key features:

• Intelligent humidity sensor
• Delicates and cool air-dry modes
• Child-lock function
• Wall mounting kit included
• 2.5-star energy rating
• One-year warranty

Also available at:

• $339.95 (usually $679.99), Matt Blatt
• $339.95 (usually $679.99), Brosa
• $352.91, Amazon
• $395.95, Woolworths

This dryer from Kogan is a great option for small spaces, with three drying modes and an anti-crease setting to cut down on ironing. It also features an intelligent humidity sensor that stops the cycle when clothes are dry, making laundry day more energy efficient.

“Great size,” said a five-star reviewer. “Not a waste of space like some dryers. This one is small and has a big drum area. It works well and is easy to use. I would purchase again if I needed to and can totally recommend this dryer. Its design is totally cool.”

Key features:

• Three drying modes: high, medium and air dry
• Auto-sensor drying to save energy
• Anti-crease function to reduce ironing
• Child lock and safety switch on the door
• Wall mount kit included
• Two-star energy rating
• One-year warranty

Also available at:

• $279 (usually $749.99), Dick Smith