Miele Washer Dryers
Shop Miele washer-dryers at Appliance Superstore, combining washing and drying within one freestanding appliance. Our current WT1 collection includes the WTD165 WPM and WTR860 WPM, both offering 8kg washing capacity and 5kg drying capacity, with different spin speeds, controls and fabric-care features.
Choose the WTD165 for straightforward washing and drying with PerfectCare, CapDosing and Miele@home connectivity, or explore the WTR860 for additional features including TwinDos automatic detergent dispensing, PowerWash, SteamCare and M Touch controls. Compare both models below to find the right Miele washer-dryer for your household.
Compare Miele WTD165 and WTR860 Washer Dryers
The Miele WTD165 and WTR860 are both freestanding WT1 washer-dryers, offering the convenience of washing and drying in one appliance. Their headline capacities are identical, but the WTR860 provides additional automation, premium controls and fabric-care features.
| Feature | Miele WTD165 WPM | Miele WTR860 WPM |
|---|---|---|
| Washing Capacity | 8kg | 8kg |
| Drying Capacity | 5kg | 5kg |
| Maximum Spin Speed | 1500rpm | 1600rpm |
| Controls | DirectSensor | M Touch |
| Automatic TwinDos Dispensing | No | Yes |
| PowerWash | No | Yes |
| SteamCare | No | Yes |
| Miele@home Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
Miele WTD165 WPM Washer Dryer
The Miele WTD165 WPM is a practical choice for customers who want combined washing and drying without paying for the WTR860's more advanced controls and automatic detergent dispensing.
It provides 8kg washing and 5kg drying capacities, a 1500rpm maximum spin speed, PerfectCare technology, CapDosing and Miele@home connectivity. DirectSensor controls provide straightforward programme selection, while the Honeycomb Drum is designed for gentle fabric care.
Choose the WTD165 if: You want the convenience of a Miele washer-dryer and prefer conventional detergent dispensing with straightforward controls.
Miele WTR860 WPM Washer Dryer
The Miele WTR860 WPM offers the same 8kg washing and 5kg drying capacities, but adds a 1600rpm maximum spin speed, TwinDos automatic detergent dispensing, PowerWash, SteamCare and M Touch controls.
TwinDos dispenses compatible liquid detergent during selected washing programmes, reducing the need to measure detergent manually. SteamCare provides additional garment-care options, while M Touch offers touchscreen programme selection and access to the appliance's settings.
Choose the WTR860 if: You value automatic detergent dispensing, steam-assisted garment care and more advanced controls, and those features justify the additional purchase cost.
Understanding 8kg Washing and 5kg Drying Capacity
Both Miele washer-dryers in this collection can wash up to 8kg of suitable laundry but dry up to 5kg. These are separate capacity limits, and understanding the difference is important when choosing a combined appliance.
If you wash an 8kg load and want to tumble dry everything, some items will need to be removed before the drying stage. For a continuous programme that washes and dries without handling the laundry between stages, the load must remain within the selected programme's drying-capacity limit.
Smaller loads can be particularly convenient because the appliance can complete both stages automatically without requiring you to transfer washing into another machine.
Miele WT1 Washing and Drying Features
Both appliances include Miele technology designed to support washing, drying and everyday convenience. The individual features available depend on the model.
- PerfectCare: Supports fabric care throughout compatible washing and drying programmes.
- Honeycomb Drum: Uses Miele's structured drum design to help provide gentle treatment of suitable garments.
- CapDosing: Allows compatible specialist detergent and fabric-care capsules to be used through the detergent drawer.
- Miele@home: Provides connected appliance functions, including compatible monitoring and notifications.
- ThermoSpin: Uses spinning and warm air to reduce residual moisture before the main drying stage.
- TwinDos: Available on the WTR860, providing automatic liquid-detergent dispensing during compatible programmes.
- SteamCare: Available on the WTR860, helping refresh suitable garments and reduce creasing.
If automatic detergent dispensing is important to you, our Miele TwinDos vs Manual Dosing comparison explains detergent compatibility, maintenance and running-cost considerations in more detail.
Miele Washer Dryer Energy Efficiency
When comparing Miele washer-dryers, check the energy information for washing-only operation and the complete washing-and-drying cycle separately. The energy label includes different ratings and consumption figures for these two functions.
For example, the Miele WTD165 has an A energy efficiency rating for washing alone and a D rating for the complete wash-and-dry cycle under the A to G classification. Its published electricity consumption is 47kWh per 100 washing-only cycles and 266kWh per 100 complete wash-and-dry cycles under the relevant test conditions.
The current WT1 models use condenser drying within a combined appliance, rather than the heat-pump system fitted to Miele's dedicated tumble dryers. If you machine-dry laundry frequently, running costs and drying capacity are worth considering alongside the space saved by choosing one appliance.
Miele Washer Dryer Dimensions and Installation
The WTD165 and WTR860 are freestanding washer-dryers measuring 850mm high, 596mm wide and 637mm deep. They are designed for installation with suitable water, drainage and electrical connections.
Allow sufficient space for hoses, door opening and the manufacturer's required installation clearances. Both appliances have a right-hand door hinge, so check the available space before positioning the machine alongside cabinetry or other appliances.
Although a washer-dryer combines two functions within one cabinet, it is not necessarily smaller than a conventional freestanding washing machine. Its main space-saving advantage is eliminating the need for a second dedicated drying appliance.
Should You Choose a Miele Washer Dryer or Separate Appliances?
A Miele washer-dryer can be particularly useful where kitchen or utility-room space is limited. It provides washing and drying in one appliance, with the convenience of a continuous programme for suitable smaller loads.
Separate washing machines and tumble dryers may be better suited to households that regularly process larger volumes of laundry. Dedicated Miele heat-pump tumble dryers offer greater drying capacity, and separate machines allow washing and drying to take place simultaneously.
Read our Miele Washer Dryer vs Separate Appliances comparison for a detailed guide to capacity, installation space, running costs and everyday convenience.
Miele Washer Dryer Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Miele WTD165 and WTR860?
Both models offer 8kg washing and 5kg drying capacities. The WTD165 has a 1500rpm maximum spin speed with DirectSensor controls, while the WTR860 offers 1600rpm spinning, M Touch controls, TwinDos automatic detergent dispensing, PowerWash and SteamCare.
Can Miele washer-dryers wash and dry automatically?
Yes. Compatible programmes can wash and dry a suitable load continuously without requiring it to be transferred between appliances. The load must remain within the selected programme's drying-capacity limit, which is up to 5kg on the current WTD165 and WTR860 models.
Which Miele washer-dryer has TwinDos?
The Miele WTR860 WPM includes TwinDos automatic detergent dispensing. The WTD165 WPM uses conventional detergent dispensing and supports CapDosing for compatible specialist laundry products.
Are Miele washer-dryers heat-pump appliances?
The current Miele WTD165 and WTR860 washer-dryers use condenser drying rather than the dedicated heat-pump drying technology found in Miele's separate tumble dryers.
Can I use a Miele washer-dryer for washing only?
Yes. Both models offer washing-only programmes with a maximum 8kg capacity on suitable cycles. You do not need to use the drying function after every wash.
Do Miele washer-dryers need an external vent?
No. The current WT1 models use condenser drying and do not need the external hot-air vent required by a traditional vented tumble dryer. They still require suitable installation space, drainage, water supply and electrical connections.
Explore More Miele Laundry Appliances
Browse our wider Miele Laundry collection, explore Miele washing machines and Miele tumble dryers, or read our Washer Dryer vs Separate Appliances guide for further buying advice.
