1 00:00:08.475 --> 00:00:09.925 WINIX Inverter Compact Dryer 2 00:00:10.225 --> 00:00:11.425 Hello, I'm Yehwa 3 00:00:11.425 --> 00:00:13.825 Today, I brought what I recently bought 4 00:00:13.825 --> 00:00:15.875 The WINIX Inverter Compact Dryer 5 00:00:15.875 --> 00:00:20.425 [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 6 00:00:20.425 --> 00:00:23.625 Back then, there were few alternatives for mini dryers 7 00:00:23.625 --> 00:00:25.675 Winix, known for making great small appliances 8 00:00:25.675 --> 00:00:27.825 That's why I reviewed 9 00:00:27.825 --> 00:00:30.775 With the release of the 2024 version, there were some changes 10 00:00:30.775 --> 00:00:32.025 So I'm going to review it 11 00:00:32.025 --> 00:00:33.775 [These days, dryer is a necessity!] Now is the perfect time to use it 12 00:00:33.775 --> 00:00:36.425 I'll cover everything you're curious about! 13 00:00:40.175 --> 00:00:41.425 all_it studio 14 00:00:41.425 --> 00:00:44.725 First, the price is 419,000 KRW on the official website 15 00:00:44.725 --> 00:00:48.025 You can get it in the low 300,000 KRW range on Naver 16 00:00:48.025 --> 00:00:49.425 What I showed you previously 17 00:00:49.425 --> 00:00:51.675 The Samsung dehumidifier was in the 400,000 KRW range 18 00:00:51.675 --> 00:00:53.275 So the price is quite reasonable, right? 19 00:00:53.275 --> 00:00:55.425 The colors are Glam White I bought 20 00:00:55.425 --> 00:00:58.025 plus Cream Blue, Satin Green, and Coral Beige 21 00:00:58.025 --> 00:00:59.275 Four colors in total 22 00:00:59.275 --> 00:01:00.975 I chose the white one 23 00:01:00.975 --> 00:01:02.575 Honestly, the other colors were 24 00:01:02.575 --> 00:01:05.575 kind of iffy tones in color, so not attractive to me 25 00:01:05.575 --> 00:01:08.675 I wasn't able to get this white one on the official website 26 00:01:08.675 --> 00:01:11.425 But it's only available on O!House 27 00:01:11.425 --> 00:01:13.975 Guys! You never get enough of white 28 00:01:13.975 --> 00:01:17.325 [White can't go wrong] Anyway, white never goes wrong. I even buy only white cars 29 00:01:17.775 --> 00:01:19.275 We are the white-clothed people 30 00:01:19.275 --> 00:01:21.925 The overall design is rectangular and neat 31 00:01:21.925 --> 00:01:23.825 [2023 model / 2024 model] It's almost the same as the previous model 32 00:01:23.825 --> 00:01:25.325 As for the difference 33 00:01:25.325 --> 00:01:28.225 The previous model had a transparent door, revealing the inside 34 00:01:28.225 --> 00:01:32.875 But the 2024 model has an opaque door with a color accent 35 00:01:32.875 --> 00:01:35.075 In some reviews, the lack of inside visibility is 36 00:01:35.075 --> 00:01:36.975 mentioned as inconvenient 37 00:01:36.975 --> 00:01:38.225 But as I'll explain later 38 00:01:38.225 --> 00:01:41.325 I didn't find it all that troublesome since it dries well 39 00:01:41.325 --> 00:01:42.625 But when I think about it 40 00:01:42.625 --> 00:01:44.775 [You might not need to see it during operation] I wonder whether it's necessary to check 41 00:01:44.775 --> 00:01:47.275 the washing machine or dryer while it is running 42 00:01:47.275 --> 00:01:50.225 On the contrary, aside from the design 43 00:01:50.225 --> 00:01:53.925 There's no need to make it opaque either 44 00:01:53.925 --> 00:01:56.525 And after using it for a while 45 00:01:56.525 --> 00:01:57.575 The design kind of... 46 00:01:57.575 --> 00:02:00.325 (Feels like a giant cushion) It looks a bit like my foundation cushion 47 00:02:00.325 --> 00:02:03.375 Buying a mini dryer is not just about the price 48 00:02:03.375 --> 00:02:05.025 It's also about saving space 49 00:02:05.025 --> 00:02:09.475 The product size is in 50.6 cm width, 69.5 cm in height 50 00:02:09.475 --> 00:02:12.575 And 50.6 cm thick, the same as the previous model 51 00:02:12.575 --> 00:02:15.575 Definitely smaller than a full-sized dryer! 52 00:02:15.575 --> 00:02:18.075 [Can be installed anywhere without space constraints] Living room, utility room, bedroom, balcony, etc. 53 00:02:18.075 --> 00:02:20.375 You can set it up anywhere without worrying about spatial constraints 54 00:02:20.375 --> 00:02:22.675 [A dryer is essential in this weather] Especially during summer with the high humidity 55 00:02:22.675 --> 00:02:25.125 It's impossible not to use a dryer in this weather 56 00:02:25.125 --> 00:02:27.525 Even if you use a dehumidifier, it has its limits 57 00:02:27.525 --> 00:02:30.675 [Clothes smell bad even if dried somehow...] Especially towels still smell even after drying 58 00:02:30.675 --> 00:02:33.426 It might not be large capacity, but you'll notice the difference immediately 59 00:02:33.426 --> 00:02:35.176 You'll see the difference between having it and not having it! 60 00:02:35.176 --> 00:02:37.926 The installation process is the same as the previous model 61 00:02:37.926 --> 00:02:40.526 Just place the dryer where you want it 62 00:02:40.526 --> 00:02:43.476 Attach the exhaust connector to the back 63 00:02:43.476 --> 00:02:45.626 Plug it in, then done! Easy, right? 64 00:02:45.626 --> 00:02:48.626 Just remember it weighs 20kg 65 00:02:48.626 --> 00:02:50.926 (Save my back;;) So, stretching is a must before you move it 66 00:02:50.926 --> 00:02:55.726 I've seen some reviews saying "the house gets humid after use" 67 00:02:55.726 --> 00:02:56.826 I gotta admit, this is kinda true 68 00:02:56.826 --> 00:02:59.326 The humidity does go up after a cycle 69 00:02:59.326 --> 00:03:03.976 That's because moisture is expelled through the vent in the back 70 00:03:03.976 --> 00:03:05.976 But it's not like there's no solution 71 00:03:05.976 --> 00:03:09.776 [Tips for comfortable use] Install near a window and ventilate during use 72 00:03:09.776 --> 00:03:12.276 If you just air out the room after using it 73 00:03:12.276 --> 00:03:13.926 You shouldn't have any major issues 74 00:03:13.926 --> 00:03:16.476 I actually keep mine next to a window 75 00:03:16.476 --> 00:03:18.676 And I've never thought "Wow, it's too humid!" or "This is annoying!" 76 00:03:18.676 --> 00:03:19.926 while using it 77 00:03:19.926 --> 00:03:22.076 Also, most mini dryers typically have a capacity 78 00:03:22.076 --> 00:03:23.876 of about 2-3kg 79 00:03:23.876 --> 00:03:25.876 [Maximum drying capacity: 4kg] But this one can handle up to 4kg! 80 00:03:25.876 --> 00:03:28.076 Remember, I tried last year's model too? 81 00:03:28.076 --> 00:03:30.226 It's perfect for 1-2 person households 82 00:03:30.226 --> 00:03:32.526 You might not get it by weight, so 83 00:03:32.526 --> 00:03:35.126 that's about 15 regular towels 84 00:03:35.126 --> 00:03:36.826 You can dry them all at once! 85 00:03:36.826 --> 00:03:39.576 Even if you live alone, you need to wash 86 00:03:39.576 --> 00:03:41.226 Towels, underwear, socks 87 00:03:41.226 --> 00:03:43.376 and T-shirts 88 00:03:43.376 --> 00:03:44.676 In the summer, you have to do the laundry 89 00:03:44.676 --> 00:03:46.676 at least twice a week 90 00:03:46.676 --> 00:03:49.926 There's a reason why people who try a dryer once never go back! 91 00:03:49.926 --> 00:03:52.276 And it's not just about the size of the drum 92 00:03:52.276 --> 00:03:55.626 [Drum material matters too!] like with water filters, material is really important 93 00:03:55.626 --> 00:04:01.076 This one uses a stainless steel drum that's resistant to contamination, rust, and bacteria 94 00:04:01.076 --> 00:04:03.426 It's much more hygienic than plastic 95 00:04:03.426 --> 00:04:05.326 Some cheaper models 96 00:04:05.326 --> 00:04:07.776 Have plastic drums 97 00:04:07.776 --> 00:04:09.576 But plastic drums 98 00:04:09.576 --> 00:04:12.326 Can get damaged by buttons or zippers 99 00:04:12.326 --> 00:04:14.276 And they tend to cause static electricity, so 100 00:04:14.276 --> 00:04:16.426 Make sure to check the drum material before you buy! 101 00:04:16.426 --> 00:04:18.876 I also personally liked the filter 102 00:04:18.876 --> 00:04:21.176 If you've used a dryer before, you know 103 00:04:21.176 --> 00:04:23.376 There's a crazy amount of lint 104 00:04:23.376 --> 00:04:24.776 The non-woven fabric filters 105 00:04:24.776 --> 00:04:26.676 need to be replaced regularly 106 00:04:26.676 --> 00:04:31.176 but this one uses a washable, semi-permanent micro-mesh filter 107 00:04:31.176 --> 00:04:32.676 Zero maintenance cost! 108 00:04:32.676 --> 00:04:35.226 Of course, not having to pay for upkeep is a plus 109 00:04:35.226 --> 00:04:38.326 (Requires a bit of diligence) But it's a bit of a hassle to wash it right after use 110 00:04:38.326 --> 00:04:39.626 Now, let's talk about the most important thing 111 00:04:39.626 --> 00:04:41.926 drying performance 112 00:04:41.926 --> 00:04:44.426 Actually, the design, size, and installation method 113 00:04:44.426 --> 00:04:46.226 are almost identical to the previous model 114 00:04:46.226 --> 00:04:49.226 so some of you might be wondering, "What's changed?" 115 00:04:49.226 --> 00:04:51.526 The most important thing in dryer performance 116 00:04:51.526 --> 00:04:53.176 The change in the motor 117 00:04:53.176 --> 00:04:55.476 The 2023 model had a regular motor 118 00:04:55.476 --> 00:04:58.126 The 2024 model uses 119 00:04:58.126 --> 00:05:00.276 The inverter type used in high-end dryers 120 00:05:00.276 --> 00:05:06.576 Even with the same specs, the inverter model is more efficient 121 00:05:06.576 --> 00:05:08.076 To explain it simply 122 00:05:08.076 --> 00:05:10.026 The inverter motor adjusts its speed 123 00:05:10.026 --> 00:05:11.326 depending on the clothes' condition 124 00:05:11.326 --> 00:05:13.976 And it operates smoothly with less noise, while 125 00:05:13.976 --> 00:05:16.626 A regular motor runs at a constant speed, so 126 00:05:16.626 --> 00:05:17.776 It consumes more energy 127 00:05:17.776 --> 00:05:20.126 And it inevitably has more noise and vibration 128 00:05:20.126 --> 00:05:24.776 The only downside of inverter models is the high price 129 00:05:24.776 --> 00:05:25.876 Can you guys see this? 130 00:05:25.876 --> 00:05:29.426 It's a similar price to last year's model with a regular motor! 131 00:05:29.426 --> 00:05:31.526 There's no reason not to buy the inverter model! 132 00:05:31.526 --> 00:05:34.676 With the 2024 model out, I think the regular motor model will 133 00:05:34.676 --> 00:05:36.426 Probably drop in price a bit more, but 134 00:05:36.426 --> 00:05:38.076 Don't be tempted by that 135 00:05:38.076 --> 00:05:40.476 [Definitely go for the 2024 model] Buy the 2024 model, there's no reason to compromise 136 00:05:40.476 --> 00:05:43.676 Also, last year's model only rotated in one direction 137 00:05:43.676 --> 00:05:47.326 [2024 model can rotate the drum in both directions] With the change to the inverter type, it can now rotate in both directions 138 00:05:47.326 --> 00:05:49.526 The product page says it minimizes 139 00:05:49.526 --> 00:05:51.226 wrinkles and creases 140 00:05:51.226 --> 00:05:52.726 To be honest, I'm not sure about that 141 00:05:52.726 --> 00:05:56.976 But it definitely tangles clothes less than the last year's model! 142 00:05:56.976 --> 00:06:00.576 I usually use the standard cycle for clothes and socks 143 00:06:00.576 --> 00:06:02.826 [New feature: Anti-wrinkle function] with the newly added anti-wrinkle function 144 00:06:02.826 --> 00:06:04.776 Press the garment care button on the display 145 00:06:04.776 --> 00:06:07.676 for about 3 seconds 146 00:06:07.676 --> 00:06:10.426 You could use the UVC function 147 00:06:10.426 --> 00:06:12.126 only when using the sterilization mode in the last year’s model 148 00:06:12.276 --> 00:06:15.426 but the 2024 model uses UVC in all modes, including standard 149 00:06:15.426 --> 00:06:19.126 To activate it, press the sanitize dry button 150 00:06:19.126 --> 00:06:20.576 and the pause button together 151 00:06:20.576 --> 00:06:23.276 "Don't you think your clothes will shrink and ruined if you use the dryer?" 152 00:06:23.276 --> 00:06:24.876 I'm sure there are people who thought this way 153 00:06:24.876 --> 00:06:26.976 There's a sensor inside the drum 154 00:06:26.976 --> 00:06:29.976 It adjusts the temperature and the drying time 155 00:06:29.976 --> 00:06:31.326 So you don't have to worry 156 00:06:31.326 --> 00:06:32.626 For your information, in the standard course 157 00:06:32.626 --> 00:06:35.576 At first, the drying time is marked as 2 hours 158 00:06:35.576 --> 00:06:37.276 But, there might be a time difference 159 00:06:37.276 --> 00:06:38.676 It's not broken 160 00:06:38.676 --> 00:06:43.426 Internal sensors detect the clothing’s weight and dehydration level to adjust drying time 161 00:06:43.426 --> 00:06:45.476 This is a function that was also in the previous model 162 00:06:45.476 --> 00:06:49.076 What was odd was that the 2023 model often would increase the time 163 00:06:49.076 --> 00:06:52.526 But the 2024 model usually ends in 2 hours! 164 00:06:52.526 --> 00:06:54.576 That’ll probably be the motor difference, right? 165 00:06:54.576 --> 00:06:57.726 The cardigan and t-shirts that I wore last week 166 00:06:57.726 --> 00:06:59.976 I washed it with the standard course, can you see it? 167 00:06:59.976 --> 00:07:01.976 Soft and dry 168 00:07:01.976 --> 00:07:04.126 Honestly, after drying it 169 00:07:04.126 --> 00:07:06.726 I liked both the previous model and the 2024 one 170 00:07:06.726 --> 00:07:08.026 There's nothing to compare 171 00:07:08.026 --> 00:07:10.476 And there was a slight difference in noise 172 00:07:10.476 --> 00:07:13.576 The decibel was lowered when I measured it like this 173 00:07:13.576 --> 00:07:16.276 The vibration sound is similar to the last year's model 174 00:07:16.276 --> 00:07:18.876 [Quiet motor sound] I could definitely tell that the motor sound was lower 175 00:07:18.876 --> 00:07:21.476 I think there are people who are worried about the noise between floors 176 00:07:21.476 --> 00:07:24.226 It's much smaller than my voice right now 177 00:07:24.226 --> 00:07:25.776 You don't have to worry! 178 00:07:25.776 --> 00:07:27.826 Of course, I'm satisfied with the performance 179 00:07:27.826 --> 00:07:29.826 But there were also some disappointing parts 180 00:07:29.826 --> 00:07:31.826 There's no automatic door opening function 181 00:07:31.826 --> 00:07:34.426 When it's dry, you have to open it with your hands 182 00:07:34.426 --> 00:07:39.227 (When you think about the price...) Considering the price, it might not have this much function, it's a bit disappointing 183 00:07:39.227 --> 00:07:40.327 But there's another thing 184 00:07:40.327 --> 00:07:41.927 There's an app for Winix? 185 00:07:41.927 --> 00:07:44.377 But the air purifier and dehumidifier 186 00:07:44.377 --> 00:07:46.677 The window type air conditioner can be connected 187 00:07:46.677 --> 00:07:47.477 But, this isn't 188 00:07:47.477 --> 00:07:48.427 Is it a level division...? 189 00:07:48.427 --> 00:07:50.327 And I told you earlier? 190 00:07:50.327 --> 00:07:53.477 If you turn on the dryer, there will be more dust than you think! 191 00:07:53.477 --> 00:07:55.277 After drying the towels and T-shirts 192 00:07:55.277 --> 00:07:57.227 This is how the filter looks Can you see it? 193 00:07:57.227 --> 00:08:00.327 If you dry it too much at once, there's more dust 194 00:08:00.327 --> 00:08:03.327 Put a little less of it or divide it up and run it! 195 00:08:03.327 --> 00:08:05.227 And for underwear and towels 196 00:08:05.227 --> 00:08:08.327 I use sterilization drying course to remove 99% of harmful bacteria 197 00:08:08.327 --> 00:08:11.427 I'm using the sterilization drying course every time 198 00:08:11.427 --> 00:08:14.027 "What's the difference between the standard course and the sterilization course?" 199 00:08:14.027 --> 00:08:15.827 I'm sure there are people who say that 200 00:08:15.827 --> 00:08:19.177 When I asked about it through the Q&A in the official website 201 00:08:19.177 --> 00:08:21.077 Sanitize mode over Normal mode has 202 00:08:21.077 --> 00:08:23.227 Higher temperature to dry clothes 203 00:08:23.227 --> 00:08:25.377 Even though you can't check if germs are gone or not with the naked eye 204 00:08:25.377 --> 00:08:28.527 It feels even drier and softer than in Normal mode 205 00:08:28.527 --> 00:08:31.477 [Normal mode 2 hours, Sanitize mode 3 hours] It takes longer than Normal mode 206 00:08:31.477 --> 00:08:34.427 FYI, the drier capacity for towels is that 207 00:08:34.427 --> 00:08:36.327 13 towels would be just right! 208 00:08:36.327 --> 00:08:39.077 For those who would buy this model for kids' clothes 209 00:08:39.077 --> 00:08:41.027 Clothes, underwear and socks are recommended to dry on Sanitize mode 210 00:08:41.027 --> 00:08:43.527 For 2 or 2 and a half hours 211 00:08:43.527 --> 00:08:45.677 Also, I recommend to dry them on a drying rack 212 00:08:47.077 --> 00:08:49.077 As I said last year 213 00:08:49.077 --> 00:08:51.177 Whether it's a huge capacity drier or a small capacity one 214 00:08:51.177 --> 00:08:53.227 [Wool dryer ball, Yehwa strongly recommends] Try using a wool dryer ball 215 00:08:53.227 --> 00:08:54.877 When you use it, it doesn't make the drying time shorter 216 00:08:54.877 --> 00:08:58.877 [Wool ball makes clothes less tangled or wrinkled] But when the dry is over, clothes will be less tangled or wrinkled 217 00:08:58.877 --> 00:09:02.277 And if you add fabric perfume when you dry clothes 218 00:09:02.277 --> 00:09:03.277 The clothes will have a good scent 219 00:09:03.277 --> 00:09:06.377 You can give still wet clothes an extra dry course 220 00:09:06.377 --> 00:09:07.727 Choose Normal mode 221 00:09:07.727 --> 00:09:11.027 Press Clothes Care button and Start button at the same time 222 00:09:11.027 --> 00:09:13.677 And set time with Normal mode button 223 00:09:13.677 --> 00:09:16.377 Finally, this is what I was satisfied last year 224 00:09:16.377 --> 00:09:19.027 I use this Clothes Care mode almost every day 225 00:09:19.027 --> 00:09:22.277 [Clothes Care mode] It removes dust or smell on clothes with wind 226 00:09:22.277 --> 00:09:24.077 Whenever you use this mode for the clothes for going out 227 00:09:24.077 --> 00:09:25.927 I see lots of dust than I expect! 228 00:09:25.927 --> 00:09:28.677 Cleaning never ends... 229 00:09:28.677 --> 00:09:32.227 I don't have a styler, so I am using my dryer well 230 00:09:35.577 --> 00:09:38.027 Like cars, the older home appliance is 231 00:09:38.027 --> 00:09:41.327 the lower the price falls to 232 00:09:41.327 --> 00:09:42.877 At times like this, what I comtemplate is 233 00:09:42.877 --> 00:09:46.827 whether to buy a new model or a previous model which is cheaper 234 00:09:46.827 --> 00:09:48.627 For Winix mini dryer 235 00:09:48.627 --> 00:09:51.127 I can tell with one word 236 00:09:51.127 --> 00:09:52.377 "Inverter" 237 00:09:52.377 --> 00:09:56.477 There may be some people thinking "Should I buy the previous model since it's cheaper?" 238 00:09:56.477 --> 00:09:58.377 Do not fall for it 239 00:09:58.377 --> 00:09:59.177 Just get this model 240 00:09:59.177 --> 00:10:02.527 [Subscribe & Like & Turn notifications on to all_it studio] If you have any questions, leave comments 241 00:10:02.527 --> 00:10:05.577 See you in the next video, bye 242 00:10:06.427 --> 00:10:15.352 [Subscribe] EP ABI / Planning YONSIKU / Edited by DONGDONG