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Washing Machine Buying Guide

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:

Top Loading

These washing machines tend to be older, and don’t have quite as much power, but because of this they are quieter and cheaper. Clothes are loaded into a hatch in the top of the machine - because of this they require less bending to load, which may be a boon for elderly people or those with back problems. The top-loading means that it can’t be stacked under other white goods, since you’ll need access to the top of the machine.

Front Loading

These comprise of the majority of washing machines. Clothes are loaded into a hole in the front of the machine. These machines generally are newer and have more power than top loading machines, though are also more expensive. This extra power comes with increased noise and vibration, which may be detrimental depending on where you’re going to be installing the machine. Finally, some brands of front loading machines can be stacked on top of each other, saving valuable space in flats and smaller utility rooms.

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.

Energy Efficiency

All washing machines are graded on their energy efficiency. The higher the grade, the less energy will be used per wash, and the cheaper the washing machine will be to run. Look for a machine graded at A++ or above for the best efficiency in daily use.

Spin Speed, Noise & Vibration

Most modern washing machines will have a spin cycle that can run at the end of the wash, to remove excess water and mean the clothes dry faster. Higher spin speeds mean the clothes dry faster and more efficiently, but there is a tradeoff: higher spin speeds mean more noise and vibration from the machine while it is running.

Noise levels for washing machines are measures in Db - most washing machines fall between 60-70Db, which is generally equivalent to the noise of a vacuum cleaner running.

Vibration is harder to measure, but generally speaking the faster the spin speed, the more the machine will move around when you use it. Newer models have special technology to reduce the amount of vibration given off by the spin cycle - look for these machines if you want quieter washing cycles.

Washing Machine Retailers, Prices and Features

Washing Machine Prices

In total we found 13 washing machines ranging from $349 to $1,796. The average price of a new washer is $808 and the 80% of washers are priced between $350 and $1,074. The cheapest washing machine that we found is the Samsung WA40J3000AW at only $349, and the most expensive is the LG WM9500HKA at $1,795.

Washing Machine Brands - Price Range

The %8highest average washing machine price out of all brands is Bosch washers with an average price of $1,007. Bosch washers start at $939 and the most expensive Bosch washing machine costs $1,074.

LG washing machines range in price from $350 to $1,795, and the average price of LG washing machines is $924 which is the second highest average price of all washing machine brands.

The third highest average washer price out of all brands is Frigidaire washing machines with an average price of $799. Frigidaire washing machines range in price from $799 to $799.

Washer Brands - Average Ratings

We have checked 30 expert reviews and 908 user reviews for washing machines and used this data to evaluate the average rating for each brand of washing machine. The top rated washer brand is Beko with an average rating of 92%. The second best brand is Bosch with 87% and the third best brand is Samsung with 81%.

Biggest Washing Machine Retailers

We found 9 current offers for washing machines from Appliances Connection making it the biggest washing machine retailer. That is significantly bigger than the second biggest retailer, Best Buy for whom we found 6 current offers for washing machines. The third biggest retailer is eBay with 6 current washing machine offers.

When Are Most New Washing Machines Released?

July to September is the most common period for new washing machines to be released in. That means that most of the latest washing machine technology was released in within the last 3 months, and now is good time to buy. Last year most new washing machines were released in July, with 173 new washing machines released that month. July was also the biggest month in 2015 for new washers, with 274 new washers released that month. In September 2014 425 new washers were released making it the biggest month that year for new washer releases.

How Fast Do Washer Prices Drop After Release?

On average, in the first 6 months after release, washers drop in price by 18%. That means that on a typical washer costing $808 you could save on average $142 by waiting 6 months before buying.

Drum Capacities

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

Comparing all washers, the drum capacities range from 1.5kg to 18kg. The drum capacities of most washing machines range from 7.9kg to 9kg. The washer with the biggest drum capacity is the SamsungWA50M7450, which is a 16kg capacity washer and currently retails for $549.99. The SamsungWA50M7450, which sells for $349.95, has the smallest drum capacity and is a 3kg capacity washer.

A bigger drum capacity means that the washing machine can hold more clothes at once.

Noise Levels

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

Across the range of washing machines, the noise levels range from 41dB to 86dB. The noise levels of most washers range from 50dB to 55dB. The washing machine with the loudest noise level is the BoschWAT28400UC, which is a 54dB noise level washer and is available at $939.10. The BoschWAT28400UC, which can be purchased for $1,074.10, has the quietest noise level and is a 52dB noise level washing machine.

Less noise makes for a nicer atmosphere while your wash is running, and means the machine is less likely to disturb and annoy people.

Maximum Spin Speeds

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

The maximum spin speeds of washing machines range from 140 RPM to 1,600 RPM. The maximum spin speeds of the majority of washers range from 1,380 RPM to 1,440 RPM. The washing machine with the fastest maximum spin speed is the BoschWAT28400UC, which is a 1,400 RPM maximum spin speed washer and is on sale for $939.10. The BoschWAT28400UC has the slowest maximum spin speed. This washing machine is a 700 RPM maximum spin speed washer and is available at $349.00.

A faster spin speed means the clothes will have water spun out of them faster and more efficiently - making the overall wash time shorter.

Colours

Amongst new washers, the most popular colour is White. We found 718 washers that are washing machines that have a White coloured. We found 45 washing machines that are washers that have a Black coloured, making this the second most frequently found colour amongst new washing machines.

Loading Types

The way in which the device is loaded e.g. front load, top load.

We found 759 washing machines that are washing machines that have a Front-load loading type, which makes Front-load the most common loading type amongst new washing machines. We found 48 washing machines that are washers that have a Top-load loading type, making Top-load the second most frequently found loading type amongst new washing machines.

Biggest Washer Retailers

Which Are the Cheapest Retailers for Washers?

Appliances Connection most frequently has the cheapest washer prices (found to be cheapest for 5 washers).

Proportion of Washing Machines for Which Each Retailer is Cheapest?

With the cheapest price on 55.6% of its washing machines, Appliances Connection is most frequently the cheapest washing machine store.

	Load Balancing System 2
	Child Lock 11
	Overflow Protection 0
	Self-Cleaning 5

	Bosch 2
	AEG 0
	Samsung 5
	Miele 0
	Beko 0
	LG 5
	Indesit 0
	Hotpoint 0
	Hoover 0
	Whirlpool 0
	Siemens 0
	Zanussi 0
	Smeg 0
	Electrolux 0
	Candy 0
	Gorenje 0
	Logik 0
	Sharp 0
	Bauknecht 0
	Amica 0
	Panasonic 0
	Haier 0
	Hisense 0
	Neff 0
	Daewoo 0
	Belling 0
	Grundig 0
	Vedette 0
	Faure 0
	Teka 0
	Frigidaire 1
	Kenwood 0
	Fisher & Paykel 0
	White Knight 0
	SanGiorgio 0
	Essentials 0
	CDA 0
	Brandt 0
	Bomann 0
	OneConcept 0
	De Dietrich 0
	Romo 0
	Camry 0
	Everglades 0
	GE 0
	New World 0
	Servis 0
	John Lewis 0
	Good Ideas 0
	Ignis 0
	Baumatic 0
	ITWASH 0
	Zoppas 0
	Nordmende 0

	A 1
	B 0
	C 0
	G 0

	Wenge 0
	Cream Colour 0
	Titanium 0
	White 8
	Tan 0
	Stainless Steel 1
	Silver 0
	Sand 0
	Metallic 0
	Champagne 0
	Сhampagne 0
	Carbon 0
	Red 0
	Platinum 1
	Cream 0
	Chrome 0
	Blue 1
	Black 2
	Anthracite 0
	Cyan 0
	Pink 0
	Orange 0
	Grey 0
	Graphite 1
	Gold 0

	Integrated Washing Machine 0
	Integrated 0
	Pedestal 1
	Built-in 1
	Freestanding 10
	Portable 0

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#1 Samsung WA50M7450

#2 Samsung WA40J3000AW

#3 Samsung WF45K6500AV

#4 LG WT1501CW

#5 LG WM3670

#6 LG WD100CW

#7 Bosch WAT28400UC

#8 Samsung WF45K6200AZ

#9 Samsung WA45K7600AW

#10 Frigidaire FFFW5000QW

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