Yet another dryer in the crowded field of high-end front-loading laundry products, Samsung's DV337 differs from the others only in a few small details.

The most notable difference of this model is its delay start timer. It's useful for those who can take advantage of off-peak power rates and for those who prefer to delay the noise of the dryer to a later time.

The biggest factors driving the sale of this model are color and price. Consumers today are drawn to more color choices when it comes to their major appliances, and the Samsung DV337 is a novel choice as it is available in fiery red, blue, gray as well as the traditional white. If red is your color of choice, it makes sense to compare this model to dryers from LG Electronics -- the other manufacturer capitalizing on the popularity of this hot color in the laundry room.

Overall the features of the DV337 are just what we would expect of a dryer in this category and price range. Its capacity of 7.3 cubic feet is tremendous and comparable to many other large models. It offers our favorite feature for new dryers -- the moisture sensor. The moisture sensor offers revolutionary protection for clothing from damage in the dryer. It also gives the user the opportunity to select the dryness level for each load. You can thoroughly dry clothing or choose to damp dry and hang your best garments. The Samsung DV337 does not offer a steam feature, which provides wrinkle protection, but that is also the reason why this unit is more affordable than models that do have this feature.

Nine cycles give you plenty of options for everything from delicates to towels. Items that should not tumble, such as sneakers, pillows or sweaters, can be dried safely on the included rack. You can hinge the door of this dryer in either direction that best suits the layout of your laundry room. Optional pedestals are recommended for those who choose not to stack.

Our recommendation is to compare Samsung's DV337 with other models of similar design and select the dryer with the best price and the color that's most attractive to the design of your home. Samsung's DV337 is an acceptable and affordable product in an overly crowded field of similar dryers.


Pros: Offers delay start, comes in either gas or electric, offered in fiery red, has a sensor and huge capacity
Cons: Lacks steam for wrinkle prevention

Warranty
1 year, full; 2 years, control board