We have a big family and a lot of laundry to get through, so I opted for this Hoover dryer as I read vented tumble dryers dry clothes faster. This is definitely not the case. This dryer takes AGES to dry clothes, longer than my old condenser dryer. It doesn't seem to get very warm at all, which could be the reason. The controls are pretty pointless as each programme seems to do the same thing. I immediately regretted purchasing this dryer, but unfortunately was not able to return it as it isn't technically faulty. Putting the hose out the window is also a pain, especially in the winter.