Black+Decker
Black+Decker BXAR0005GB 3-Tier Heated Clothes Airer
Reviewed by Matthew Smart · Last updated 1 October 2026 · How we review
Evidence: Research-led
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Key features
- 300W aluminium heated airer
- 21m of drying space across 3 tiers
- 15kg maximum load
- 140 x 73 x 68cm in use
- Arrives pre-assembled
- Folds flat for storage
Our verdict
Pros
- ✓Same wattage and drying space as premium rivals for much less
- ✓Pre-assembled out of the box
- ✓Sturdy aluminium frame
- ✓Easy to pair with a cheap plug-in timer socket
Cons
- ✗No timer
- ✗No cover included
- ✗Folding mechanism must be collapsed in a specific order
- ✗Does not fold as slim as the Dry:Soon
Still deciding?
Our heated airer running cost guide explains which features are worth paying for, and our heated airer vs tumble dryer compares the cost per load against a tumble dryer. Or see all our heated clothes airers rankings.
How we assessed this product
Evidence: Research-led — specification, owner feedback and independent testing where available
- Manufacturer specs checked
- UK owner feedback analysed
- Independent test data checked where available
- Hands-on testing: not personally tested
Evidence used
- Specifications cross-checked
- 9 key specs against the UK model listing
- Owner feedback pool
- UK retailer owner reviews
- Compared against
- 7 other heated clothes airers in our line-up
- Independent testing
- Checked where published (e.g. Which?)
- Listing last reviewed
- 1 October 2026
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This review is research-based. Matthew Smart compared the manufacturer's specifications, verified UK owner reviews and independent testing where available, then scored it against rivals at a similar price. We haven't personally tested this product. Read our full review process.
