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ToneMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 15 reviews
Does what it says on the tin. Nothing more, nothing less.
As we live somewhere that rains almost non-stop over winter, we tend to lean pretty heavily on our dryer to keep us clothed. Over the 8 years or so prior to buying this machine, we flogged two secondhand dryers to death, with the third now mothballed in case our main dryer fails. Our logic being that we thrash our dryers, therefore we'd be better off buying a lightly used high-end brand for peanuts instead of a new cheapie (and this is still a good option IMHO).
The main reason we bit the bullet and bought a brand new dryer is because said (...Read more
now mothballed) dryer was acting up and we couldn't find a decent replacement on Gumtree at the time. I also didn't have the time to go through the existing dryer and get it running again (although it is now; it was a simple lint-related issue). Enter the Beko. Whilst it would be nice to spend the big bucks on a heat pump dryer, I'm not convinced that the reduction in running costs would offset the extra spend ... especially given that our dryers seem to have a lifespan of around 3 years. As such, we went for a conventional dryer. The Beko got the nod due to a combination of European build quality and ducted rear venting. The latter is an excellent feature, allowing us to duct water vapour out of the laundry through an open window ... and no, it doesn't cause a draft to flow through the rest of the house - a properly sealed laundry door helps here. We put all sorts of clothes in this dryer. The missus likes her clothes to be extra crispy, and her attire is made from all sorts of synthetic textiles. We also put everything else in here from my 100% cotton work shirts (including a few fancy pants Rhodes & Beckett examples) to light blankets and not a single item has been ruined. The sensor functions work really well most of the time, although there will be the occasional cycle (say 1 in 10) where the machine will forget to stop drying once the dryer's contents reach optimal dryness.Purchased in May 2021 at JB Hi-Fi for $400.00.
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DebGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 4 reviews
Beko clothes dryer
Great dryer with ready to wear and ready to iron settings as well as other options Alrm when finishes drying Good valye for money Very light in weight Very happy
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Bbm289Sydney, NSW
- 4 reviews
- DV6120X (6kg)
- Verified purchase
Basic and reliable unit
Decent amount of heat, does what its supposed to. The only shortcomings are that because it doesn't have bells and whistles, the drum only turns in one direction and is prone to hotspots. If drying sheets, it would be wise to check on it ever so often, pull out/fluff the sheet about. Dryers should never be running unattended anyway as its a fire hazard, so this hasnt been too much of a hassle to me.
Purchased in March 2021 at Bing Lee Physical store.
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Amanda
- 16 reviews
- DV6120X (6kg)
- Verified purchase
Drys quickly and is quiet
This dryer is gentle on my clothes, is quiet and dries items quickly. The only downside is that it stops itself when sheets and large towels or quilts aren’t dry. The larger items seems to get rolled into a ball and are damp in the middle. But overall this dryer is great because it is so gentle, allowing me to use the dryer for delicate items and also drying in half the time of my old dryer without over heating my clothes.
Purchased at Joyce Mayne for $399.00.
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JessMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 11 reviews
Impressed and affordable
I bought this dry as I was on a limited budget but still wanted something with a good energy rating and a decent size. I can't fault it. There's loads of drying cycles to chose from and a alarm to let you know it's finished. ( this can also be silenced)
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Master7Melbourne
- 4 reviews
Must have For Winter!
We live in freezing victoria and drying clothes in winter is just about impossible without a dryer. This works admirably and is simple and easy to use. It has a few nifty features that make it better than usual. First up it reverse tumbles which means all the clothes don't end up in a ball, secondly it has an interior light - never seen that in a dryer before an lastly it senses when the clothes are done - yes! Its a good dryer!
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Go_BluesMelbourne
- 4 reviews
Really Good Dryer
I have been pleasantly surprised by this dryer. I was so used to not having one before we got this that it took me a while to get used to it. I am pretty keen on it now though! The best way to use it is to finish off half dried clothes and sometimes all it takes is 15 minutes to have everything perfect. The dryer is huge and could take the whole washing load if needed. It seems very strongly built and works well.
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Pinotmelbourne
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Great Dryer From Beko
I finally agreed to get this last winter and what a difference it made! Warm fluffy towels instead of cold half damp ones for a start. I had not heard of Beko before but the build quality is good and solid and its well designed. It is simple to operate and has worked flawlessly since we have had it. It was excellent value and provided it keeps running without issue, then I will be happy.
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MarkBrisbane
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
Fabulous Dryer
We bought this dryer last month. It has been fabulous. great capacity. Plenty of drying options and cycles. Well made and quiet. It was also a great price. It's mostly used for finishing the drying id still a bit damp. I would definitely recommend this clothes dryer. It is exceptional value. It was bought from The Electrical Discounter in Underwood Brisbane.
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RaffieBonnyrigg
- 5 reviews
No more Hanging out on the line
I literally no longer hang my clothes on the line to dry.
This Beko clothes dryer is the best value for money dryer out there. It can pack in an incredible 6 kg of clothes. Has some very book features and options for different types of drying. Even auto spins once the dry cycle is finished to prevent creasing.
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Needed every day
It is a great machine with that all9ws you to dry your clothes and or linen to what you need. Ready to iron or extra dry. Has a handy light inside that allows you to see if it has missed anything while taking it out. It is also large enough for a family of 5
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GayleLeongatha
- DV6120X (6kg)
- Verified purchase
Fabulous dryer even though I've never heard of Beko, I recommend it
This dryer is fabulous. I'm surprised how quick and quiet it is. My old Hoover must have been 20 or more years old, so replacing it was difficult. I'd never heard of Beko but with so many new brands on the market these days just took a chance, plus the price suited my pension
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SuzannahGosford
- 3 reviews
- 10 likes
Delusion
I am very disappointed more with the previous reviews written on this product than anything. As always, i checked to see what other people thought before i bought. I can't believe we are talking about the same product. It is a DUD - DUD DUD. takes forever to dry......and the creases, my goodness and the list goes on but i can't be stuffed bothering. I hope i have saved someone money by my efforts.
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It Works.
Just purchased this dryer, and was a little disappointed at first because my clothes didn't dry after a 60 minute cycle. It was a normal load, just clothes and only about half the drum full. I read a few mixed reviews, started getting worried, then actually read the manual (highly recommend that by the way), and now I have a perfectly functional dryer.
Turns out, the timer settings are for finishing off or just drying things on a low-ish heat for a set amount of time. If you want that super warm static feel of the old dryers, the 'Extra Dry ...Read more
- Cotton' sensor setting is what you want. Cotton ones use high heat, synthetics normal heat and delicates low heat. I figured I could just use the timer like I was used to but 5 minutes of my time learning what the bells and whistles do really paid off. Four stars because I have only had it a day, but so far so good.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
DeeGold coast
- 6 reviews
Great product, very sturdy
Great dryer. Good for getting pet hair off towels and bedding, easy clean lint filter. Good for baby items with freshen up setting. Great price compared to others of the same level. Only negative is that it's not very energy efficient and it takes about 1 hr 40 mins to dry a regular load.
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George ZGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 9 reviews
- 6 likes
- DV6120X (6kg)
- Verified purchase
Avoid if you want to dry clothes. Get one if you like untangling balls of clothing.
Bought this based on seller's recommendation. Sadly, it doesn't dry anything well as it rolls all clothes into a tight ball, leaving a tangled, wet lump for you to sort out. Service call revealed that the drum operation is built so that it only turns in one direction, with no reversing cycle, so you are guaranteed tangled balls of clothing every time.
Go for F&P or even a cheap Westinghouse. We've got these and they are streets ahead of the Beko.
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GourmetSaintCanberra 2600, ACT
- 2 reviews
Totally Useless. Asking for Refund
Will not dry linen. Rolls into balls and stops when still damp. Poor product design. Thermostat not adjustable by service agent. Takes all day to dry one load of bed linen. Only works if one sheet at a time. Certainly not 6kg of them. Not fit for purpose. Look elsewhere.
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HappyShopper17AU
- 6 reviews
Great!...except for sheets.
So i've had this dryer just under a year now. It replaced an Indesit 6kg vented dryer that was fantastic for many years. I bought this dryer in the height of winter and due to our busy work schedules, being without a dryer was not an option at all. I ducked round to our local Kambo's store with the intention of buying a cheap Simpson 4kg to fill the gap until we had saved for a larger capacity machine with more bells and whistles (we are a sucker for them). Saw this 6kg vented Sensor Beko for the same price as the Simpson and it really was no c...Read more
ontest. I paid the lady and this little beauty came home with me. From the start I could not believe the price of this machine was correct for the features we got. I was ready to pay 1000 bucks at a later date for a sensor dryer with a drum light that was 6kgs or more and I got it all for 450 bucks. Bargain. And it works as it should too! The sensor cycles do a great job as long as we seperate things out into 'like' fabrics (towels with towels, t-shirts with t-shirts). It doesn't like loads with a mix of heavy and light fabrics as it confuses the sensor if the light things dry quicker and start to over-dry the machine will click into cool down and then click off leaving the heavier fabrics still a bit damp to the touch. Luckily we are pretty fussy with how we seperate out our wash loads so thus far it has not been a problem. The ONLY thing this machine struggles with is Sheets sadly. I have not had one load of sheets come out properly dry yet and have given up trying to dry them in the dryer at all. They come out in a pretty well tied up ball, roasting hot on the outside and cold and still wet on the inside. I think it is because the machine only reverses the drum direction for about 5 seconds which isn't enough to untangle the sheets. Its not a big problem though I just have to make sure I dry the sheets outside. Overall, this dryer was a bargain and does its job wonderfully well...except on sheets lol.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
wiser60
- 3 reviews
- 2 likes
Happy with my Beko dryer
We are a family of four and we have had this dryer for nearly 4 years and it has not missed a beat and I LOVE the sensor function. We only use it once a week. It is a little noisy and we have an internal laundry and when the door is closed you can hardly hear it so it has not been an issue for us. It is a vented dryer so you must be able to vent the hot air via a pipe included with the dryer to the outside and the dryer cannot be hung on the wall. It can leave our towels and hankies in a bit of a twisted mess sometimes but it doesn't bother me....Read more
They still fold up fine. The drum in our dryer suddenly stopped working yesterday and with further investigation by my husband discovered that one of the belts, not the big one but a very small one had frayed quite badly and was almost broken through and was not doing its job. It only had a 2 year warranty. He has removed the belt and it appears it is very hard to get one here in Sydney. I have found the exact one on Ebay from the UK, so we may have to purchase one from overseas. With postage it will only cost us a total of $37.00. We are still hopeful to find one here in Sydney. I have always been quite happy with my dryer and it does exactly what I expect it to do.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
MangoMartiniCanberra Central 2602, ACT
- 4 reviews
- 15 likes
- DV6120X (6kg)
- Verified purchase
Fast, Efficient, Quiet - Me and My Washing - We Love Our Beko
This review may seem a little long, but my objective is to give you the type of info I am looking for when I read reviews, but usually cannot find. I have also waited a year to do this review as that gave me a decent time period in which to judge the appliance.
After owning 3 very reliable Simpson dryers in 30 years, all of which eventually died of old age and hard work after approximately 10 years, I decided to change brands. I have now owned the Beko DV6120X for just on 12 months, having purchased it new on 7 August 2014 after considerable r...Read more
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Questions & Answers
Vera Kasked
Why doesn't my Beko dryer completely dry my clothes? I always have to turn to the dryer again . I have cleaned the filters
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We've found that our Beko dryer tends to err on the side of caution when it comes to the automatic sensor functions. Probably not a bad thing, but I can see how it could be annoying. I guess it's just an operating characteristic of the machine.
Ashasked
Do you need to use the hose on the back?? Our laundry only has 2 doors and no windows and I really don't want the house open if I am using it of a night time.
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If you want to leave a spot on your laundry wall where the paint starts peeling off, then go for it. This is an operating characteristic of most entry-level dryers. Many of these just dump condensation through a grille on the front door. At least the hose gives the user a chance to direct the vapour into a particular spot.
It may be a bit late now, but for a house with a laundry where there's limited ventilation opportunities, a condenser dryer is well worth the extra money. Another option would be to install an exhaust fan in your ceiling (if you're an owner-occupier) and point the hose at it. Hope that helps.
All good...it is in another room and the hose goes out the window when I use it. Not the best dryer tho it keeps playing up and I have already had it fixed once.
Debasked
Have this model need new rubber belt can I install this myself?
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It looks easy enough to change the belt over. I've taken the back of my machine off a couple of times to oil the drum pulley spindle, and it looks like the belt is easy enough to get to. BTW: if you want to change the belt to try and solve a noisy drum issue, try some 3-in-1 oil on the drum pulley spindle. It should quieten the machine down for a while.
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Hi Amanda, Thanks for your review and the positive feedback about your Beko Dryer, we're glad to hear that you're enjoying your appliance so far. If you have any questions feel free to call us on 1300 282 356. Thanks Beko.