Auertech AU205CGY Portable Clothes Dryer 12 lbs
- Depth With Door Open Maximum: 34.8 inches
- Form Factor: Front Load
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Item Weight: 32 pounds
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ASIN: B0CMV3ZKVBModel: AU205CCategory: Clothes Dryers
Overview
Rated for up to 12 lbs of dry clothing, the Auertech AU205CGY is a compact electric dryer built for apartments, dorms and other spaces without a dryer hookup.
Auertech's own capacity guidance is worth reading closely: it lists 12 lbs as the dry-clothes capacity but recommends loading no more than 5.5 lbs of wet clothing at a time for it to dry quickly, since wet fabric holds far more water weight. It runs on standard 850W household power and reaches up to 149 F, well below a full-size dryer's heat range, which is typical for compact units this size. The stainless tub rotates in both directions to cut down on tangling and wrinkling.
- 12 lb rated capacity (5.5 lb wet load recommended)
- 6 drying programs, 2 temperature settings
- LED display with real-time progress
- 19 x 15.8 x 22 inches, 32 lbs
Who it's for
Suited to apartments, dorms or RVs without a dryer hookup, for people doing frequent smaller loads rather than full-size laundry runs. Less suited to anyone expecting full-size dryer speed or capacity on large loads.
Pros and cons
- Multiple drying programs for different fabric types
- Reversing tub aims to reduce tangling
- Compact footprint fits apartments and dorms
- Magnetic door lock for secure operation
- Wet-load capacity far below the 12 lb rating
- 850W heating output is modest next to full-size dryers
Performance notes
Six drying programs and two temperature settings cover an 850W heating range up to 149 F, letting you match heat and time to fabric type from cotton to synthetics. A humidity and temperature sensor is meant to cut the cycle short once clothes are dry rather than running a fixed timer, which should help avoid over-drying. The stainless tub reverses direction periodically during the cycle, and a multi-stage filter system is built to catch lint and pet hair before it reaches the exhaust.
Specifications
| Brand | Auertech |
|---|---|
| Model | AU205C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Depth With Door Open Maximum | 34.8 inches |
| Item Weight | 32 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.8 × 19 × 22 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Grey |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Exhaust Connector, Maunal, Portable Dryer |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Front Load |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Access Location | Front Load |
| Item Type Name | Portable Clothes Dryer |
Closest rivals on specs
Magic Chef Electric Dryer 2.6 Cu Ft- Item Weight 32 vs 23.6 pounds (+36%)
Magic Chef MCSDRY35W Compact Electric Dryer 3.5 Cu Ft- Depth With Door Open Maximum 34.8 vs 28.5 inches (+22%)
- Item Weight 32 vs 23.6 pounds (+36%)
Magic Chef MCSDRY15W Compact Electric Dryer 1.5 Cu Ft- Depth With Door Open Maximum 34.8 vs 18.1 inches (+92%)
- Item Weight 32 vs 38 pounds (-16%)
Frequently asked questions
How much laundry can the Auertech AU205CGY actually dry at once?
The listing rates it at 12 lbs capacity but recommends keeping wet clothing loads under 5.5 lbs for the dryer to work quickly.
Does it need to be vented outside?
It includes an exhaust connector, and like most compact dryers this size it's designed to vent rather than run ventless.
What temperature does it reach?
Up to 149 F across six drying programs with two temperature options, aimed at different fabric types.