Shoe dryer: how to choose

During the rainy season, even the best shoes can get wet. To prevent moisture from spoiling boots, sneakers, shoes, you need to remove it as soon as possible. This will not only preserve the integrity of the products, but also prevent the growth of fungi, mold, bacteria. The time when shoes were folded on a radiator has already passed. Modernity has given mankind a shoe dryer - an electrical device with lamps, a fan, metal or ceramic heaters, which, according to reviews, quickly evaporates moisture from shoes and does not spoil them.

Electric shoe dryer

The device consists of two heating elements placed in a plastic case. You need to place them inside the shoes, turn them on and wait 4-10 hours for the dryer to do its job. The devices are very popular due to their low cost, low power consumption, and normal operation. In retail outlets in Moscow and St. Petersburg, such a useful thing is inexpensive, but in online stores its price is even lower. However, there is a catch here - delivery by mail is sometimes equivalent to the cost of the goods. Do you want to know which models turned out to be bestsellers?

SHUSHILA

The manufacturer has its own website, where it carries out wholesale and retail sales of goods. Buying directly is more profitable, but even in ordinary stores the cost of devices is low. This boot dryer will not last you for many years, but in one or two rainy seasons it will do the job. Model Description:

• Title: SHUSHILA.
• Price: 200-300 rubles.
• Features: portable dryer with two heating elements. The case is plastic, operates from a network of 220 V, power is 7 W, the length of the power cord is 1.3 m. Heating temperature: +45 ... + 60 ° С. Holder length 10 cm. Warranty 1 year.
• Pros: cheap, soft and even drying of wet shoes, temperature control.

Dick

The DiK device will help to carefully evaporate the moisture from the boots. A minimum of effort is required from you, and after 5-10 hours textile, suede, leather shoes will be completely dry. Device description:

• Title: Dick.
• Price: 280-770 r.
• Characteristics: the convection dryer is enclosed in a housing made of impact-resistant plastic. The heating elements are ceramic plates. Voltage 220-230 V, power 7-8 W, temperature regime +60…+80°С.
• Pros: there is an indicator of the device operation - red lights on the case, ease of use, low power consumption.

Hatch

Chinese goods compete freely with domestic ones. This dryer is proof of that. Yes, its cost is slightly higher than that of the previous model, but the power has also been increased. This reduces the operating time. Description of the device:

• Title: Stroke.
• Price: 460 r.
• Characteristics: the dryer is made of high-quality plastic. Voltage 220-240 V, power 12 W, air temperature during operation + 65 ... + 80 ° С. The length of one element is 10 cm, drying time is 6-8 hours.
• Pros: optimal for removing moisture from children's shoes, plastic does not overheat, the device is antibacterial and antifungal.

UV dryer for shoes

Such a device is equipped with lamps that emit waves of a certain spectrum. Devices with UV elements are designed to disinfect shoes - they destroy fungi, bacteria. This not only keeps the feet healthy, but also eliminates unpleasant odors. There are two types of dryers: plug-in UV liners and battery operated dryers. In one session, almost 100% of fungi and 75% of bacteria die. A small life hack - at home, the device can be used for antibacterial and antifungal treatment of pets' sleeping places.

Timson 2432

People who carefully monitor their health want to buy a shoe dryer with ultraviolet light. This anti-fungal device is designed for the whole family - it can treat three pairs of shoes at the same time. Model Description:

• Name: Timson 2432.
• Price: 2 290 rubles. (without discount 2 690 rubles).
• Characteristics: the set includes an ultraviolet standard, children's, sports dryer. The device operates on a voltage of 220 V, the minimum power is 7 W, the maximum is 21 W (when three dryers are turned on). Air temperature +60…+70°С, time to enter the operating mode 20 minutes. In the ultraviolet and children's insert 4 UV lamps, in the sports 8 pcs.
• Pros: special design provides continuous air circulation, long service life, suitable for drying shoes made of any materials, does not damage the outer and inner surface of the shoes.

Timson 2416

The same manufacturer created a simple device for one pair of shoes. The insole has a stylish design, does its job perfectly and allows you to dry wet shoes of the whole family. Model Features:

• Name: Timson 2416.
• Price: 850 r.
• Characteristics: the model is made of red/white plastic. Power consumption 5-7 W, air temperature +60…+70°С. Powered by 220 V, cord length 1.3 m.
• Pros: helps to gently dry shoes, ultraviolet lamps kill fungus and eliminate odors, prolong the life of boots.

Irit IR-3704

The company began its activity in 1996 and since then has been creating various products that are distinguished by low price and acceptable quality. The Irit electric shoe dryer is an affordable device that does its job well. Description:

• Name: Irit IR-3704.
• Price: 229 p. (outside the sale 329 rubles).
• Characteristics: plastic footprints are equipped with ultraviolet lamps. Heating temperature +65 ... + 80 ° С, power 10 W, work at a voltage of 220 V.
• Pros: uniform heating with warm air, low cost, backlight.

Shoe dryer with fan

The device resembles a stand on which shoes are put on. When switched on, the shoe dryer produces warm air currents (not hot!). The main advantages of such models are quick results and careful attitude to boots, shoes, sneakers. After 20-60 minutes, the shoes will be completely dry. The whole family can use the device, even from the photo it is clear how simple it is. You need to connect the dryer to the network, put shoes on the tubes, set the temperature and start the fan. After a short time, get a product that is wearable again.

Bradex "Sukhovik"

This model is mobile. The Bradex shoe dryer is battery operated, so you can put it anywhere in your apartment and take it with you on trips. The device is used to remove moisture from gloves, ski boots, hats. Description of the device:

• Name: universal dryer Bradex "Sukhovik".
• Price: 720 rubles
• Characteristics: the Chinese-made product has a plastic case with metal elements. Powered by 4 standard D-type batteries (LR20) at 6V, can be powered by a standard adapter. The kit includes a dryer, 4 hollow sections, 2 compartments with lids for baking soda. Weight 860 g, 6 months warranty.
• Pros: low power consumption, there are compartments for soda, which acts as an adsorbent for an unpleasant odor, you can order goods cheaply.

Ozonerr

If you're worried about smelly shoes, try ozone treatment. First, the device evaporates moisture, and then the active chemical O3 is released, which very quickly kills fungi, spores, and bacteria. In a dry environment, the development of pathogenic microorganisms is minimized. Once you decide to buy a shoe dryer, you will get dry shoes with minimal odor and keep your feet healthy. Model Description:

• Name: Ozonerr shoe dryer.
• Price: 2 990 rubles. (outside the promotion 3 490 rubles)
• Characteristics: the device from high-quality plastic is equipped with the display and autoswitch. Powered by 220 V, consumes 50 W, in active mode is 15-60 minutes. Ozone density 10 mg/h (released in the last 5 minutes).
• Pros: bactericidal, antifungal, quickly dries shoes, removes an unpleasant smell, the purchase is profitable - the device is designed for 7 years of operation.

How to choose a shoe dryer

The optimum temperature for moisture evaporation without risk to boots is 70°C. With this indicator, some models cope with their task in 5 hours, some faster. It is better if the heating elements are made of aluminum - the heat from them is evenly distributed inside the shoe. Plastic should be of the same thickness, well bonded at the joints. A quality product does not bend if you press on it. Before buying, you need to shake the device - the internal parts should not rattle.

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