WINIX Inverter Compact Dryer
Hello, I'm Yehwa
Today, I brought what I recently bought
The WINIX Inverter Compact Dryer
[The follow-up model of the Winix Compact Dryer+ reviewed last year] This is the 2024 model of the product I reviewed a year ago
Back then, there were few alternatives for mini dryers
Winix, known for making great small appliances
That's why I reviewed
With the release of the 2024 version, there were some changes
So I'm going to review it
[These days, dryer is a necessity!] Now is the perfect time to use it
I'll cover everything you're curious about!
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First, the price is 419,000 KRW on the official website
You can get it in the low 300,000 KRW range on Naver
What I showed you previously
The Samsung dehumidifier was in the 400,000 KRW range
So the price is quite reasonable, right?
The colors are Glam White I bought
plus Cream Blue, Satin Green, and Coral Beige
Four colors in total
I chose the white one
Honestly, the other colors were
kind of iffy tones in color, so not attractive to me
I wasn't able to get this white one on the official website
But it's only available on O!House
Guys! You never get enough of white
[White can't go wrong] Anyway, white never goes wrong. I even buy only white cars
We are the white-clothed people
The overall design is rectangular and neat
[2023 model / 2024 model] It's almost the same as the previous model
As for the difference
The previous model had a transparent door, revealing the inside
But the 2024 model has an opaque door with a color accent
In some reviews, the lack of inside visibility is
mentioned as inconvenient
But as I'll explain later
I didn't find it all that troublesome since it dries well
But when I think about it
[You might not need to see it during operation] I wonder whether it's necessary to check
the washing machine or dryer while it is running
On the contrary, aside from the design
There's no need to make it opaque either
And after using it for a while
The design kind of...
(Feels like a giant cushion) It looks a bit like my foundation cushion
Buying a mini dryer is not just about the price
It's also about saving space
The product size is in 50.6 cm width, 69.5 cm in height
And 50.6 cm thick, the same as the previous model
Definitely smaller than a full-sized dryer!
[Can be installed anywhere without space constraints] Living room, utility room, bedroom, balcony, etc.
You can set it up anywhere without worrying about spatial constraints
[A dryer is essential in this weather] Especially during summer with the high humidity
It's impossible not to use a dryer in this weather
Even if you use a dehumidifier, it has its limits
[Clothes smell bad even if dried somehow...] Especially towels still smell even after drying
It might not be large capacity, but you'll notice the difference immediately
You'll see the difference between having it and not having it!
The installation process is the same as the previous model
Just place the dryer where you want it
Attach the exhaust connector to the back
Plug it in, then done! Easy, right?
Just remember it weighs 20kg
(Save my back;;) So, stretching is a must before you move it
I've seen some reviews saying "the house gets humid after use"
I gotta admit, this is kinda true
The humidity does go up after a cycle
That's because moisture is expelled through the vent in the back
But it's not like there's no solution
[Tips for comfortable use] Install near a window and ventilate during use
If you just air out the room after using it
You shouldn't have any major issues
I actually keep mine next to a window
And I've never thought "Wow, it's too humid!" or "This is annoying!"
while using it
Also, most mini dryers typically have a capacity
of about 2-3kg
[Maximum drying capacity: 4kg] But this one can handle up to 4kg!
Remember, I tried last year's model too?
It's perfect for 1-2 person households
You might not get it by weight, so
that's about 15 regular towels
You can dry them all at once!
Even if you live alone, you need to wash
Towels, underwear, socks
and T-shirts
In the summer, you have to do the laundry
at least twice a week
There's a reason why people who try a dryer once never go back!
And it's not just about the size of the drum
[Drum material matters too!] like with water filters, material is really important
This one uses a stainless steel drum that's resistant to contamination, rust, and bacteria
It's much more hygienic than plastic
Some cheaper models
Have plastic drums
But plastic drums
Can get damaged by buttons or zippers
And they tend to cause static electricity, so
Make sure to check the drum material before you buy!
I also personally liked the filter
If you've used a dryer before, you know
There's a crazy amount of lint
The non-woven fabric filters
need to be replaced regularly
but this one uses a washable, semi-permanent micro-mesh filter
Zero maintenance cost!
Of course, not having to pay for upkeep is a plus
(Requires a bit of diligence) But it's a bit of a hassle to wash it right after use
Now, let's talk about the most important thing
drying performance
Actually, the design, size, and installation method
are almost identical to the previous model
so some of you might be wondering, "What's changed?"
The most important thing in dryer performance
The change in the motor
The 2023 model had a regular motor
The 2024 model uses
The inverter type used in high-end dryers
Even with the same specs, the inverter model is more efficient
To explain it simply
The inverter motor adjusts its speed
depending on the clothes' condition
And it operates smoothly with less noise, while
A regular motor runs at a constant speed, so
It consumes more energy
And it inevitably has more noise and vibration
The only downside of inverter models is the high price
Can you guys see this?
It's a similar price to last year's model with a regular motor!
There's no reason not to buy the inverter model!
With the 2024 model out, I think the regular motor model will
Probably drop in price a bit more, but
Don't be tempted by that
[Definitely go for the 2024 model] Buy the 2024 model, there's no reason to compromise
Also, last year's model only rotated in one direction
[2024 model can rotate the drum in both directions] With the change to the inverter type, it can now rotate in both directions
The product page says it minimizes
wrinkles and creases
To be honest, I'm not sure about that
But it definitely tangles clothes less than the last year's model!
I usually use the standard cycle for clothes and socks
[New feature: Anti-wrinkle function] with the newly added anti-wrinkle function
Press the garment care button on the display
for about 3 seconds
You could use the UVC function
only when using the sterilization mode in the last year’s model
but the 2024 model uses UVC in all modes, including standard
To activate it, press the sanitize dry button
and the pause button together
"Don't you think your clothes will shrink and ruined if you use the dryer?"
I'm sure there are people who thought this way
There's a sensor inside the drum
It adjusts the temperature and the drying time
So you don't have to worry
For your information, in the standard course
At first, the drying time is marked as 2 hours
But, there might be a time difference
It's not broken
Internal sensors detect the clothing’s weight and dehydration level to adjust drying time
This is a function that was also in the previous model
What was odd was that the 2023 model often would increase the time
But the 2024 model usually ends in 2 hours!
That’ll probably be the motor difference, right?
The cardigan and t-shirts that I wore last week
I washed it with the standard course, can you see it?
Soft and dry
Honestly, after drying it
I liked both the previous model and the 2024 one
There's nothing to compare
And there was a slight difference in noise
The decibel was lowered when I measured it like this
The vibration sound is similar to the last year's model
[Quiet motor sound] I could definitely tell that the motor sound was lower
I think there are people who are worried about the noise between floors
It's much smaller than my voice right now
You don't have to worry!
Of course, I'm satisfied with the performance
But there were also some disappointing parts
There's no automatic door opening function
When it's dry, you have to open it with your hands
(When you think about the price...) Considering the price, it might not have this much function, it's a bit disappointing
But there's another thing
There's an app for Winix?
But the air purifier and dehumidifier
The window type air conditioner can be connected
But, this isn't
Is it a level division...?
And I told you earlier?
If you turn on the dryer, there will be more dust than you think!
After drying the towels and T-shirts
This is how the filter looks Can you see it?
If you dry it too much at once, there's more dust
Put a little less of it or divide it up and run it!
And for underwear and towels
I use sterilization drying course to remove 99% of harmful bacteria
I'm using the sterilization drying course every time
"What's the difference between the standard course and the sterilization course?"
I'm sure there are people who say that
When I asked about it through the Q&A in the official website
Sanitize mode over Normal mode has
Higher temperature to dry clothes
Even though you can't check if germs are gone or not with the naked eye
It feels even drier and softer than in Normal mode
[Normal mode 2 hours, Sanitize mode 3 hours] It takes longer than Normal mode
FYI, the drier capacity for towels is that
13 towels would be just right!
For those who would buy this model for kids' clothes
Clothes, underwear and socks are recommended to dry on Sanitize mode
For 2 or 2 and a half hours
Also, I recommend to dry them on a drying rack
As I said last year
Whether it's a huge capacity drier or a small capacity one
[Wool dryer ball, Yehwa strongly recommends] Try using a wool dryer ball
When you use it, it doesn't make the drying time shorter
[Wool ball makes clothes less tangled or wrinkled] But when the dry is over, clothes will be less tangled or wrinkled
And if you add fabric perfume when you dry clothes
The clothes will have a good scent
You can give still wet clothes an extra dry course
Choose Normal mode
Press Clothes Care button and Start button at the same time
And set time with Normal mode button
Finally, this is what I was satisfied last year
I use this Clothes Care mode almost every day
[Clothes Care mode] It removes dust or smell on clothes with wind
Whenever you use this mode for the clothes for going out
I see lots of dust than I expect!
Cleaning never ends...
I don't have a styler, so I am using my dryer well
Like cars, the older home appliance is
the lower the price falls to
At times like this, what I comtemplate is
whether to buy a new model or a previous model which is cheaper
For Winix mini dryer
I can tell with one word
"Inverter"
There may be some people thinking "Should I buy the previous model since it's cheaper?"
Do not fall for it
Just get this model
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