Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer
For a household that wants the largest Magic Chef compact dryer.
Amazon $378$378
The Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer is the better compact laundry machine overall, rated 3.0 to 2.9. The Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer leads on convenience and value. The Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer costs $137.12 less ($378 vs $515.12).
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Black+Decker BCED37 3.5 cu ft Dryer
For a household that wants the largest 120 V portable dryer from a known brand.
Amazon $515.12$515.12
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer for convenience (stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes, senses dryness and stops vs stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes) and value ($29.08 per lb ($378, 13 lb) vs $39.02 per lb ($515.12, 13.2 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every compact dryers compact laundry machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer | Black+Decker BCED37 3.5 cu ft Dryer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 40% | 24 $29.08 per lb ($378, 13 lb) | 11 $39.02 per lb ($515.12, 13.2 lb) |
| Performance 20% | 50 heater power not published (neutral score used) | 78 1,500 W heater |
| Convenience 25% | 90 stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes, senses dryness and stops | 60 stainless steel drum, 4 drying modes |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Magic Chef MCSDRY35W 3.5 cu ft Dryer | Black+Decker BCED37 3.5 cu ft Dryer | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Load capacity | 13 lb | 13.2 lb |
| Drum size | 3.5 cu ft | 3.5 cu ft |
| Performance | ||
| Power | - | 1,500 W |
| Voltage | 110 V | 120 V |
| Build and control | ||
| Type | Tumble dryer | Tumble dryer |
| Tub or drum | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Programs or modes | 4 | 4 |
| Senses dryness | Yes | - |
| Exhaust | Vented | Vented |
| Weight | - | 49.5 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | - | 1 year |