Compare the Best Washing MachinesSeptember 2020

Washing machines come in 2 different forms - top loading or front loading. While these two forms largely do the same thing, there are some small advantages and differences between them:

Additionally, some washing machines come as integrated - meaning they are altered to look like a cupboard or part of the work surface. These types of machines generally cost more than a standalone model, but may be worth the expense to gain a more streamlined and design-focussed kitchen.

Capacity & Size Of Machine

The capacity of the drum in your washing machine will determine how many clothes you can fit in a single wash. Drum capacity is measured in Kg, with a single Kg being equivalent to a single outfit. Bigger washing machines have bigger capacities, which may be necessary for families - single people and couples may find it far cheaper and more energy efficient to buy a smaller machine.

Programs

Modern washing machines come with a variety of different programs to handle different types of clothing, levels of dirt, etc. Most machines will include programs for white and coloured washing, as well as delicates and quick cycles. More advanced machines may also have more specialist programs, with cycles catering specifically to the safe washing of woollen jumpers, pillows, jeans and even shoes. While not all of these programs may be necessary, more programs is generally a good sign of a higher-end and more capable washing machine.

Washing Machine Prices

In total we found 40 washing machines ranging from $239 to $2,499. A new washing machine costs on average $862 and 80% of washing machines are priced between $442 and $1,287. The LG WM9500HKA is the most expensive washing machine that we found at $2,499, and the LG WD100CV is the cheapest at only $239.

Washing Machine Brands - Price Range

The highest average washing machine price out of all brands is Miele washing machines with an average price of $2,458. Miele washing machines range in price from $2,458 to $2,458.

The second highest average washing machine price out of all brands is Electrolux washing machines with an average price of $1,689. Electrolux washing machines range in price from $1,689 to $1,689.

The third highest average washing machine price out of all brands is AEG washing machines with an average price of $1,168. AEG washing machines start at $1,168 and their most expensive washing machine costs $1,168.

Washing Machine Brands - Average Ratings

We have evaluated 60 expert reviews and 14,341 user reviews for washing machines and used these reviews to calculate the average rating for each brand of washing machine. The top three washing machine brands are Bosch, Candy and LG. Bosch has an average rating of 89%, Candy has an average rating of 87% and LG has an average rating of 87%.

Biggest Washing Machine Retailers

We found 14 current offers for washing machines from eBay making it the biggest washing machine retailer.

When Are Most New Washing Machines Released?

Over the last 3 years we couldn't see any evident pattern in the release month for new washing machines. The biggest month last year for new washing machine releases was January, with 29 new washing machines released that month. 109 new washing machines were released in April 2018 making it the biggest month that year for new washing machine releases. In October 2017, 174 new washing machines were released making it the biggest month that year for new washing machine releases.

How Fast Do Washing Machine Prices Drop After Release?

On average washing machines drop in price by 9% in the first 6 months after release.

A typical new washing machine costs on average $849. By waiting 6 months before buying you could save on average $75.

Drum Capacities

The drum capacity refers to the amount of clothes that the washing machine drum can hold, measured in kilograms.

Across the range of washing machines, the drum capacities range from 1kg to 45kg. The drum capacities of the majority of washing machines range from 8kg to 9kg. The washing machine with the biggest drum capacity is the Magic Chef MCSTCW16S4, which is a 45kg capacity washing machine and can be purchased for $289.00. The LG WD100CV, which can be purchased for $239.00, has the smallest drum capacity and is a 3kg capacity washing machine.

Noise Levels

How much noise the washing machine makes when it's in use, measures in decibels (dB).

Comparing all washing machines, the noise levels range from 39dB to 99dB. The noise levels of the majority of washing machines range from 58dB to 64dB. The Hotpoint NM11946GCA, which can be purchased for $518.58, has the loudest noise level and is an 83dB noise level washing machine. The Bosch WAW28570, which can be purchased for $969.24, has the quietest noise level and is a 47dB noise level washing machine.

Maximum Spin Speeds

The maximum spin speed in the quickest that the washing machine can spin, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM).

The maximum spin speeds of washing machines range from 100 RPM to 2,800 RPM. The maximum spin speeds of the majority of washing machines range from 1,400 RPM to 1,500 RPM. The Miele WWR860WPS, which is on sale for $2,458.19, has the fastest maximum spin speed and is a 1,600 RPM maximum spin speed washing machine. The LG WD100CV, which sells for $239.00, has the slowest maximum spin speed and is a 700 RPM maximum spin speed washing machine.

Which Are the Cheapest Retailers for Washing Machines?

The chart below helps you decide which retailer is normally cheapest for buying washing machines. For each retailer it shows the total number of washing machines where they currently have a market leading price. The chart below helps you decide which retailer is normally cheapest for buying washing machines. For each retailer we took all of their prices and looked at what proportion of those prices where the cheapest on the market. The cheapest retailer that we found was eBay. 14 of their washing machine prices were the cheapest that could be found anywhere.

Proportion of Washing Machines for Which Each Retailer is Cheapest?

Assessing how cheap each retailer is for washing machines by counting the number of cheapest prices for that retailer, makes the retailers that offer the greatest number of washing machine prices more likely to offer the greatest number of cheapest prices. The chart below considers the proportion of each retailer's washing machine prices that are the cheapest compared to other retailers. The cheapest retailer that we found using this approach was eBay. 100% of their washing machine prices were the cheapest that could be found anywhere.