7 best shoe dryers: dries faster, which one to buy, reviews

Walking in wet shoes is not only unpleasant, but also unhealthy. Wet shoes quickly deteriorate and germs multiply in them. Therefore, it is important to dry it in a timely manner and there are special dryers for this. The safest and fastest way to deal with the problem is to buy an electric dryer.

Today in stores you can find different devices from compact and designed for one pair of shoes to rugs and even with the function of eliminating unpleasant odors. Which is better and which option will be reliable and safe? This is what I will tell you about in the rating, and also show you how to choose a dryer.

How to choose a shoe dryer?

You never know how many of us think about the fact that shoe dryers may differ from each other. But before buying, you should answer yourself a few questions:

• how many people can dry shoes at the same time;
• whether disinfection is necessary, especially for sneakers;
• whether there are children in the family.

Depending on this, you need to build your choice. If you have a large family and several of its members need drying at once, then you should take a closer look at models designed for several pairs of shoes. Small baby feet and standard dryers may not fit completely into these shoes. Therefore, manufacturers produce a special series for children.

If you often go in for sports or someone from your family has a fungus on their feet, then you should pay attention to the models with ultraviolet light. This radiation perfectly disinfects, killing germs, fungus and mold. Along the way, ozone is released in small doses, which has bactericidal properties and eliminates an unpleasant odor.

For those who travel frequently, you should pay attention to models with low weight and dimensions. They can be easily stowed in a suitcase. Today in stores you can find dryers powered by batteries, which is also very convenient and you can take with you where there are problems with electricity.

Remember to dry your shoes regularly so they last longer and prevent germs from growing in them. High-quality drying is about 4-5 hours.

Rating TOP 7 shoe dryers

When making a rating of shoe dryers, I was guided by several factors: popularity, reliability, efficiency, price, consumer reviews and service life. Before getting acquainted with the models, I propose a list of TOP participants:

BRADEX TD 0048 "Drywheel"

This device is universal, since it can be used to dry not only shoes, but also gloves, mittens, hats and socks. The heated air is forcibly supplied, which ensures air circulation and general heating of the thing from the inside. There are two attachments in the kit, which can be filled with baking soda and, thus, eliminate the smell in the shoes. You can take it with you on the road, as it works not only from the mains, but also from 4 batteries. Energy consumption is low. But he copes with his tasks with difficulty, and also many consumers noted the dubious quality.

Unfortunately, on the Internet, you cannot see from the pictures and videos what this dryer really is. It is cumbersome, has a lot of attachments and generally hardly copes with its tasks. There was no cable in the kit and this is also a minus. In my opinion, the manufacturers are too clever with the attachments. Everything is too complicated and of poor quality.

VLK Calor-03

Electric dryer with the ability to mount it on the wall in the corridor or even in the closet.Designed for two pairs of shoes. It is made of metal and is not afraid of water. The only mode is turned on and off by the side button. Heating at 55 degrees is enough for high-quality drying. It is made in the form of loops so that the air can circulate freely. Can also be used for children's shoes. Among the shortcomings, one can note a short cord of 1.4 meters and an unreliable fastening of the heating elements to the base.

Heats up perfectly and dries quickly. Attached to the wall in the hallway to dry your shoes right away. I only had to lengthen the cord, as it is short. Conveniently, it is designed for two pairs at once. But the kitten played around and ripped out the heating element, so I can say that the electric dryer is flimsy.

Timson 2416

The Russian manufacturer offers an electric dryer with a disinfection function, which is achieved thanks to ultraviolet light with a radius of 15 cm. A drip-shaped device with holes at the top and bottom, which provides comprehensive heating. The warranty period is 18 months, that is, if a breakdown occurs during this period, you can replace the device. But as practice shows, it has been working properly for many years. Heating up to 70 degrees, which allows you to quickly and efficiently dry leather and textile products. But such a device is not suitable for suede. During operation, it glows purple, which is due to the presence of disinfection using UV rays. Designed for shoes from size 34.

I bought it five years ago and still serves it properly. I put on dry shoes at night and in the morning. The smell is really annihilating. Recently I bought another one of the same device, since one is already not enough for my family.

Ergolux ELX SD01-C16 / SD02-C06

In fact, these are two dryers with similar parameters. Differences only in the article: SD01-C16 - for children's shoes and SD02-C06 - for adults. Therefore, they have different dimensions. But the functionality and structure are the same. Conventional classic appliances with an internal heating element. The upper is made of plastic with perforations in the toe and upper area. It is in these places where hot air passes most intensively and natural circulation occurs inside the shoe. And on the bottom there is a metal plate with a few holes in the bow. Heating in three minutes without a regulator up to 75 degrees. According to the manufacturer, 2 hours are enough for complete drying. This model does not have a timer and ultraviolet light for disinfection. Conveniently, the dryer fits over the entire length of the insole.

A budget shoe dryer that we have been using the whole family for many years. It dries everything perfectly. It heats up well and therefore the shoes dry out quickly enough. It is good that it is long and therefore warmed up along the entire length, and not only in the bow.

Sakura SA-8153

Oval dryer with a maximum heating of 70 degrees. There are slots on the top along the entire length for better drying. But there are no side and bottom holes, so the operating time is increased if the shoes are damp. The manufacturer claims that its product is capable of eliminating unpleasant odors and killing bacteria. In fact, the device does not possess disinfecting properties.There is an operation indicator on the cord at the point of divergence.

It helps a lot in autumn and spring, when it rains and slush. Heats up quickly and dries well. But if the shoes are completely wet, then you will have to turn the dryer inside, since it practically does not dry on the sides.

Xiaomi Sothing Zero-Shoes Dryer With Timer

An interesting design is offered by Xiaomi. Their dryers are made in the form of an oval, along the perimeter of which there are micro-holes for heat transfer. Thus, a natural circulation of warm air is created in all directions and 360 degrees. Therefore, there are no "dead zones" here. Heating without regulation inside the device up to 150 degrees, and on its surface 55-65. You can set the timer for 3, 6 and 9 o'clock. This heating kills many bacteria and microbes. With this device, you can also quickly dry socks, mittens and knitted hats. High quality workmanship and assembly. The material itself is fire-resistant and non-flammable.

I have already bought three such shoe dryers, as the family is large and we liked them very much. I bought the first one in an online store. After unpacking, the first delight was the appearance. It's just some kind of space! Heats up for 10 minutes and then keeps the temperature constantly. It is possible to set a timer and at the end of the work the dryer will turn itself off. In comparison with the usual, it does not go at all. It is a pity that only there is no ultraviolet radiation.

Timson 2420

The compact, oval-shaped device measures 11 cm in length and 6.5 cm in width for children's shoes. The body is made of fire-resistant plastic and has 5 longitudinal holes on top of it. The heat is distributed up and down and due to this air movement occurs. In addition, the product is equipped with UV radiation, which disinfects shoes when used for 6 to 8 hours, thereby eliminating unpleasant odors. For normal listening, 3 to 5 hours is enough. There is no regulator and timer in this model. Some users have noticed that after 6 hours the appliance starts to smell strongly of wires. The Russian manufacturer provides a warranty card for a period of 18 months. Therefore, it is always possible to replace a defective product with a new and high quality one.

The dryer performs its function in full. Fits perfectly in size 25. I also use it for my shoes. Only in my own I have to put two elements at once, since they are short for my insole. In the dark, it glows pleasantly and you can see that the ultraviolet is working. They do not heat up much even after 6 hours, so I calmly take it in my hands.

How to dry your shoes properly with a dryer?

It is very convenient to use shoe dryers, but few people know that you need to take care of your shoes correctly. It all depends on the materials from which it is made.

1. Leather and textile products. Remove dirt from the surface and insert the device inside. Plug it in and dry it until dry.
2. Suede leather.Dry your shoes first and only then brush off the dirt from the surface with a special brush. In general, this material is considered very “harmful” and does not tolerate forced drying. But if necessary, it is better to put on an electric mat or use a shoe dryer with a low temperature.
3. Nubuck. The surface is cleaned with a special brush and then inserted into the shoe dryer.

Good manufacturers always indicate in the instructions the rules for drying shoes made of different materials, as well as the time. Therefore, before use, familiarize yourself with it so as not to harm. But there are general rules that are important to follow:

• you can turn on the device only after installing it in your shoes, and turn it off before you pull it out of it;
• under no circumstances use an electric dryer to dry freshly washed sneakers;
• do not leave the device unattended;
• make sure that no water gets inside during drying;
• you can check the degree of drying only when the device is turned off, so as not to get an electric shock;
• under no circumstances cover the device during operation, as hot air must circulate.