Clothes dryer vs clothes rack dryer — which is better?

Here's the pros and cons

Once the laundry emerges from one of the best washing machines, you have a few options available to you. You can either rely on one of the best clothes dryers to do the work for you, leaving your clothes dry and ready to wear within a few hours, or you can hang the clothes to air dry yourself in the traditional sense.

But, which is actually the better method when it comes to drying your clothes?

Here, we will break down the differences between a clothes dryer and a clothes rack dryer, so you can decide for yourself. We will look into the benefits of each, considering energy consumption and convenience as well as the effect on your clothes. So by the time you’re finished reading, you will know how best to dry your laundry.

If you want to rely on your clothes dryer a little less, here's 8 ways to ditch the clothes dryer and save on energy. Or if you're set on buying a clothes dryer, check out 9 things to look for when buying a clothes dryer.

Ultimately, the right option for you will depend on your preferences, as well as your time and budget. A clothes dryer is naturally more convenient, but it will cost more to run in terms of energy, plus it can end up damaging items if care isn't taken. On top of this, it's no friend of the environment.

Air drying with a clothes rack dryer, on the other hand, will take more of your time, and may be awkward to have at home, depending on the available space. But, it won't cost you a cent to use and it's the much more sustainable option. The decision between the two is down to you, but personally I prefer to use a clothes rack dryer simply for its being the more eco-friendly option. For more tips on this, check out how to make your laundry room more eco-friendly.

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Katie looks after everything homes-related, from kitchen appliances to gardening tools. She also covers smart home products too, so is the best point of contact for any household advice! She has tested and reviewed appliances for over 6 years, so she knows what to look for when finding the best. Her favorite thing to test has to be air purifiers, as the information provided and the difference between performances is extensive.

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