The Hisense DH3S802BW3 is an 8kg freestanding tumble dryer with heat pump technology, designed to give you efficient drying with a useful range of programmes for different fabrics and laundry loads.
Its heat pump system is particularly useful if you use your tumble dryer regularly. By drying at lower temperatures than conventional vented dryers, it can help reduce energy consumption while being gentler on clothing. The A+++ energy efficiency rating further supports economical everyday use.
There is plenty of flexibility for different types of laundry, with 16 programmes covering everything from cottons and synthetics to wool, bedding, towels, shirts and sportswear. Auto Dry uses a humidity sensor to monitor the load and adjust the drying time, helping prevent clothes being dried for longer than necessary.
Integrated Wi-Fi and ConnectLife control add another layer of convenience, while the reversible door and reversible drum action make it easier to tailor the appliance to your laundry area.
Drying Performance
The DH3S802BW3 combines heat pump drying with humidity sensing to give you greater control over how your laundry is dried. Heat pump technology works at lower temperatures, which can be helpful when caring for fabrics while also reducing energy consumption compared with conventional vented drying systems.
Its 8kg capacity provides useful space for regular household laundry and makes it a good match for customers who want a full-size tumble dryer without moving up to a larger drum.
The Auto Dry programme uses a humidity sensor to monitor residual moisture and automatically adjust the drying time. Rather than relying on a fixed drying period, the appliance can respond to the condition of the load. This helps avoid unnecessary drying and can reduce the risk of exposing clothes to heat for longer than needed.
There are 16 programmes to choose from, including dedicated options for cotton, synthetics, wool, bedding, towels, shirts, down, sensitive fabrics and sportswear. There is also a Speed 30′ programme for when you need a quicker drying cycle, while Air Refresh uses unheated air to freshen lightly worn laundry and remove unwanted odours.
The dryer also features reversible drum action, which changes the direction of the drum during operation. This can help reduce tangling and make it easier for air to circulate around the load.
Features That Matter
Heat Pump Technology
Heat pump drying uses lower temperatures than conventional vented drying, helping to reduce energy consumption while providing a gentler approach to fabric care. This makes it particularly useful for households that use their tumble dryer frequently.
Auto Dry and Humidity Sensing
The built-in humidity sensor monitors moisture in the laundry and adjusts the drying time accordingly. This helps avoid unnecessary drying, which can save energy and reduce the chance of over-drying clothes.
Wi-Fi Control and ConnectLife
With integrated Wi-Fi and ConnectLife compatibility, the dryer can be controlled remotely. This gives you more flexibility when managing laundry and means you do not always need to be beside the appliance to operate it.
Quick Dry
The Quick Dry 30′ programme is designed for situations where you need laundry dried in a shorter period. It provides a convenient option for smaller or time-sensitive loads when a standard programme would take longer.
Allergy Care
The Allergy Care programme uses high-temperature hot air as part of its drying cycle. Hisense specifies that the programme can remove 99.99% of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, providing an additional option when hygiene is an important consideration.
Refresh Programme
Air Refresh circulates unheated air for a short 10-minute programme. It is intended for lightly worn garments that need freshening rather than a full drying cycle, making it useful when clothes simply need unwanted odours removed.
Reversible Door
The door can be configured to open from either the left or right. This gives you greater flexibility when positioning the dryer alongside other laundry appliances or within a more restricted laundry area. Door reversal service is available at checkout.
Direct Condensate Discharge
The DH3S802BW3 supports direct discharge of condensate, giving you an alternative to relying solely on the water tank. This can make day-to-day ownership more convenient where a suitable drainage connection is available.
Everyday Benefits
For regular laundry days, the DH3S802BW3 is designed to reduce some of the effort involved in drying clothes.
The Auto Dry system means you do not always have to decide how long a load needs to run. The humidity sensor monitors the laundry and adjusts the drying time, helping prevent unnecessary operation.
The choice of programmes also makes it easier to select a suitable drying cycle for different loads. You can choose dedicated settings for items such as towels, bedding, wool, shirts and sportswear rather than relying on one programme for everything.
Wi-Fi control adds flexibility for customers who like to manage household appliances remotely, while the 10-minute Air Refresh programme is useful when clothes need freshening rather than a full drying cycle.
The reversible door, reversible drum action and direct condensate discharge provide further practical touches that can make the appliance easier to integrate into your laundry routine.
Who Is It Ideal For?
The Hisense DH3S802BW3 is well suited to households looking for an 8kg tumble dryer with heat pump technology and a strong choice of programmes.
It is particularly suitable for customers who use a dryer regularly and want to balance drying performance with energy efficiency. The A+++ rating, heat pump system and humidity-sensing Auto Dry programme make it a strong option for those who are conscious of energy use.
The 16 programmes also make it a useful choice for households drying a mixture of everyday clothing, bedding, towels and specialist fabrics.
If flexible control matters to you, integrated Wi-Fi and ConnectLife provide an added benefit, while the reversible door can be useful where the available laundry space dictates how the appliance needs to open.
Why Choose This Product?
The DH3S802BW3 brings together an 8kg drum, heat pump drying and A+++ energy efficiency in a freestanding design. It offers the efficiency advantages of heat pump drying without limiting you to a small selection of programmes.
Its Auto Dry humidity sensing is another important advantage for everyday ownership, automatically adjusting drying time according to the moisture remaining in the load. Alongside this, you have dedicated programmes for a wide variety of fabrics and laundry types.
Wi-Fi control, reversible door operation, reversible drum action and direct condensate discharge add practical flexibility without taking away from the main purpose of the appliance: efficient, controlled drying.
For customers looking for a full-size tumble dryer with heat pump technology, flexible drying programmes and connected control, the DH3S802BW3 offers a well-rounded specification.
What’s Included
- Hisense DH3S802BW3 8kg heat pump tumble dryer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hisense DH3S802BW3 a heat pump tumble dryer?
Yes. It is a freestanding condenser tumble dryer with heat pump technology. Heat pump drying operates at lower temperatures and can help reduce energy consumption compared with conventional vented drying.
How much laundry can this tumble dryer hold?
The DH3S802BW3 has an 8kg drying capacity, providing useful space for regular household laundry loads.
Does the DH3S802BW3 have sensor drying?
Yes. Its humidity sensor monitors the moisture remaining in the laundry and the Auto Dry function adjusts the drying time accordingly. This helps prevent unnecessary drying and over-drying.
Can I control the tumble dryer from my phone?
Yes. The appliance has integrated Wi-Fi and ConnectLife compatibility, allowing remote control of the dryer.
Does this tumble dryer need a vent?
No external vent is required. The DH3S802BW3 is a condenser model with heat pump technology. It also supports direct discharge of condensate where a suitable drainage connection is available.
How many programmes does it have?
There are 16 programmes, including options for cotton, synthetics, wool, towels, bedding, shirts, sportswear, sensitive fabrics, down, Allergy Care, Air Refresh and quick drying.
Can the door opening direction be changed?
Yes. The door is reversible, allowing it to be configured to open from either the left or right to better suit your laundry area.
How noisy is the Hisense DH3S802BW3?
The specified drying noise level is 64dB(A).
Why Buy from Snelling Gerald Giles?
At Snelling Gerald Giles, we are an independent electrical retailer with a long-standing reputation for personal service and expert appliance advice. Our experienced team can help you choose the right tumble dryer for your home and answer questions about capacity, installation and everyday use.
For large domestic appliances such as tumble dryers, we can also provide delivery and installation services where applicable, along with recycling and disposal options for replacement appliances. This means you can get help with more than simply choosing the appliance itself.
We also provide ongoing after-sales support, giving you a local point of contact should you need assistance after your purchase.
With our local showrooms in Norwich and Blofield and a business serving Norfolk since 1948, we combine specialist appliance knowledge with the personal service you would expect from an independent retailer.
