How big is a compact dryer?#
Compact dryers are a consistent 24 inches wide and 33 to 34 inches tall, with a depth of 23 to 26 inches — about three inches narrower than a full-size dryer. The table below covers the ventless, vented, and stacked-pair configurations so you can plan an apartment closet or under-counter laundry spot.
Compact dryer dimensions by configuration#
| Configuration | Width (in) | Height (in) | Depth (in) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact ventless (24-inch) | 24 | 33–34 | 23–26 | condos with no exterior vent path |
| Compact vented (24-inch) | 24 | 34 | 23–24 | closets that already have a vent |
| Stacked compact pair | 24 | 66–70 | 24–26 | stacking above a compact washer |
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Installation clearances for a compact dryer#
- Ventless rear clearance: 2 in in behind a ventless compact dryer, since it condenses moisture instead of ducting it outside.
- Stacking bracket: A compact dryer stacks on its matching compact washer with a manufacturer stacking kit rather than sitting on a shelf.
- Door swing: 20 in in of front space a compact dryer door needs in a tight laundry closet.
Will your compact dryer fit? Clearances and door swing#
The 24-inch width is what defines a compact dryer, letting it slide into a closet, bathroom, or kitchen run where a 27-inch machine will not go. The door swings about 20 inches out, so keep that arc clear, and a vented model needs its duct routed behind — allow about 2 inches of rear clearance for a ventless unit, more if a vent hose is attached. Measure the closet width, depth, and door opening, and for a stacked compact pair confirm the 66-to-70-inch height clears any overhead shelf. A ventless model draws and exhausts through the front, so it can sit in a sealed closet a vented dryer cannot.
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Compact dryer sizes by type: compact ventless (24-inch), compact vented (24-inch), stacked compact pair#
The three compact-dryer setups fit different homes. A compact ventless model, 24 inches wide and 33 to 34 inches tall at 23 to 26 inches deep, condenses moisture internally so it needs no exterior duct — perfect for an apartment or interior closet. A compact vented model, also 24 inches wide and 34 inches tall, is shallower at 23 to 24 inches but must reach an outside wall for its exhaust. A stacked compact pair, 24 inches wide and 66 to 70 inches tall, mounts the dryer above a matching washer to double laundry capacity in one narrow footprint. All three keep the space-saving 24-inch width.
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