As the winter chill sets in and drying clothes becomes a days-long struggle, a brilliant Black Friday bargain has arrived to save the day. Argos has slashed the price of a top-rated heated clothes airer, making it an essential and affordable purchase for the colder months.
The Ultimate Winter Laundry Solution
Tested and approved by The Independent's IndyBest team, the Beldray heated drying pod system has been reduced from £50 to just £25. This early Black Friday offer from Argos provides a budget-friendly answer to the perennial winter drying dilemma, especially for households without a tumble dryer.
Consumer writer Molly Greeves, who has a background in investigative journalism, put the Beldray airer to the test over a weekend. She found it easy to set up and was impressed that it could dry a load of washing in just a couple of hours.
Performance and Running Costs
According to appliances expert Zoe Griffin, who formally reviewed the product, this model stands out as the best budget heated clothes airer on the market. During her tests, she confirmed its efficient performance.
"I found shirts dried in a couple of hours," Griffin reported, adding that "jeans were ready in less than four hours, with no damp patches."
While it may not be the absolute most energy-efficient appliance, Griffin's analysis offers reassurance on running costs. She found that most heated airers, including this one, cost a very manageable 6p to 8p per hour to run. This makes it a solid and economical choice for those trying to avoid constantly turning on the central heating.
What You Need to Know Before You Buy
Shoppers should note a key detail: this deal is for the heater unit and the cover that converts a standard airer into a heated system. To use it, you must already own or purchase a separate tiered clothes airer that measures approximately 65cm x 55cm x 145cm.
Argos is confidently promoting this as a standout pre-Christmas deal, promising that the price will not drop any further before the holiday season. This makes it a low-risk purchase for those looking to snap up a bargain early.
For more top-rated product picks, readers can browse the main Black Friday deals guide or follow the latest offers in The Independent's dedicated Black Friday 2025 liveblog.
