Hisense WDQY1014EVJM 60cm Freestanding 10 KG Front Load Washer Dryer - 1400 RPM - Pure Steam - PureJet - Pause and Add - Inverter Motor - White

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I started off using the Hisense WD5S1045BW on its Cotton cycle, setting the temperature to 30°C. Here, I found that the cycle would cost around 44p, which is a little more expensive than the same wash on the Hotpoint ActiveCare NDD8636DAUK, although still relatively cheap. Inverter motor technology is quieter and more energy-efficient than old-style brush motors and this is reflected in the Hisense’s fairly low running noise, particularly at maximum spin. We measured a reasonably hushed 70dB compared to the energy label’s suggested 71dB, and only at full spin. Early, lower-speed spins in the cycle were quieter still.

Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 7kg; dry 4kg; Dryer type: Condenser; Max spin speed: 1,600rpm; Rated efficiency: E Like most appliances, it all comes down to how you use your washing machine. Here’s what our experts recommend considering. If you buy a larger machine and use it to full capacity, such as the 10kg Hoover H-Dry 500, you can get slightly cheaper running costs because you’d be running fewer loads; but the cost per cycle would be higher. Hisense DHGA901NL conclusionWith space for 10.5kg of washing, the Hisense WD5S1045BW is an immense washing machine and about as big as you can get. More capacity is helpful for large families with a lot of washing to get through and for homes that want to clean larger items, such as duvets. Extra rinse: This setting allows you to increase the number of rinses. It can be very useful, especially if you have allergy sufferers or people with sensitive skin in the family. The DHGA80’s “Ion Refresh” feature claims to eliminate allergens, smoke, pollen and reduce creases; it’s an alternative technology to machines equipped with steam generators

If you’re on a tighter budget and don’t have an army of kids in tow, then this medium-sized freestanding washer dryer will do the business and do it well. Some dryers can use more water in the drying cycle than they do for washing – up to 58 litres for some machines – because the dryer’s condenser mechanism uses water from the tap for cooling. So, be sure to do your research and look into the machine’s specifications if you’re worried about time and energy consumption.

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Whether you regularly find yourself scrubbing away at grass and mud stains that haven't vanished in the wash, or you’ve decided it’s time to invest in a more energy efficient model, there’s a lot to consider when buying a replacement appliance. Specialist programmes are there for different types of item including Wool, Shirts and Bedding. Each one uses a customised set of options – say, using lower heat for wool items, while bedding gets its own drum rotation pattern to prevent tangling. We were equally sceptical that a 7kg load of wet clothing would fit in the Hisense but were nicely surprised as it all went in with ease. Remaining features comprise a standard pull-out soap drawer and a flap covering the pump drain at the bottom. The cover flap requires a blunt knife or fork handle to open, which is more awkward than ideal. Hisense WDBL1014V – How noisy is it?

Not always. The big issue is drum capacity: typically, a washer dryer will have a lower capacity for drying than for washing. For example, a machine might have a washing capacity of 9kg, but a drying capacity of only 6kg. This means that you can’t wash and dry a full 9kg of laundry in one go. You will have to divide it into two smaller loads – or wash it all, then hang some of the clothes to dry elsewhere while the rest goes through the drying process. After the wash, the 7kg load now weighed 9.9kg with the retained water. That’s around 42% of extra load weight in water, which is nothing to write home about for a 1400 spin machine. Between 36% and 39% is average for a 1400 spin machine. Oddly, though, the specification suggests this Hisense has A-rated spin efficiency. Smaller loads fared better, with 4kg dry loads retaining nearer 35% additional weight. These can also cost more than freestanding models. The control panel is visible, while the drum is hidden behind a door. You’ll need a door panel from your kitchen supplier to match your kitchen units. Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 8kg, dry 5kg; Dryer type: Heat pump; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: D There is an LED display to see how long your wash has before it ends and the time delay will allow you to wash at a time more convenient for you.This cookie is a performance cookie used for internal Bazaarvoice web analytics, to be correlated to the same user for interactions within a particular client domain. Boasting a highly respectable D energy rating with an A for the wash-only cycles, it’s worth upping your budget for this mid-priced washer dryer from Haier, since it will cost less to run over time.