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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Washing machines are more effective and energy efficient when full, so it's worth thinking about how much washing you'll be doing at one time. Drum capacities range from 3kg up to 12kg, with the weight referring to the dry clothes that can fit inside the drum. With strong cleaning results, great drying power and a range of different programmes, the Hisense is a flexible washer dryer for those tight on space. Running costs for washing alone are higher than many stand-alone machines at this price, and using the tumble dryer option sees electricity and even water consumption soar.

Its 10kg washing capacity offers plenty of space for busy households, and the impressive D energy rating puts it among the most energy-efficient washer dryers you can currently buy – which, given the recent trajectory of energy prices, is not to be ignored. Other features include auto-dry sensors and an iron assist programme to smooth out your laundry – and who doesn’t want to do less ironing? Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 7kg; dry 4kg; Dryer type: Condenser; Max spin speed: 1,600rpm; Rated efficiency: E There’s also a secondary filter for the heat pump, accessed through the door at the bottom. This has to be cleaned at least every five cycles. There are warning lights to indicate when it’s time to empty both the tank and to clean the filters.Pure tumble dry results were very good, and exceptional for a washer dryer. Exactly 7kg of wet cottons were dried to perfect cupboard dry throughout with no damp or overly dry spots. That’s unusual in a washer dryer, particularly one as affordable as this Hisense. The “washer” part works like any standard washing machine, while the “dryer” part works like a heat-pump tumble dryer. 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.

Starting with the standard Cotton cycle set at 40ºC, we attempted to wrestle in 8kg of dry cotton clothing and failed. We removed 1kg for a more manageable 7kg load that did fit into the drum. In went our key test stain strip featuring blobs of blood, coffee, turmeric, cranberry jam, ketchup and engine oil. These were allowed to really dry out and stain the strip for 24 hours prior to the wash. We used a leading brand, non-bio capsule and placed this into the drum. But, if washing machine shopping puts your head in a spin, you’ve come the right place. The Good Housekeeping Institute has tried and tested the latest models on the market to find the best washing machines to add to your kitchen or utility room. Which washing machine should I buy?This cookie is set by Bazaarvoice. This is a session cookie used for internal Bazaarvoice web analytics to be correlated to the same user browsing session for interactions within a particular client domain.

Remember that a washer dryer is a more complicated bit of machinery than a dedicated washer or dryer – and, if it does break down, both washing and drying will be out of the question until you get it fixed. This cookie is set by the Bazaarvoice. The cookie allows internal Bazaarvoice web analytics to be correlated to the same user for interactions across the Bazaarvoice network.There’s an Anti-Crease option that keeps the drum moving from time to time, to avoid clothes crumpling if you don’t remove them straight away. There’s also a Start Delay option so that you can have a cycle finish at a time that’s more convenient for you. If you’re running the tumble dryer with few items in it, there’s a Half Load button, which cuts drying times.

Also regarding longer time washes compared to my old machine and economy this one blows it of the water I've got a smart meter and I'm using less electricity doing these washes. Another important factor to consider is longevity. When you buy a high-quality HISENSE Series 5 WD5S1245BW WiFi-enabled 12 kg Washer Dryer, you’re making an investment that is likely to last longer. Cheaper products may seem like a good deal at the time, but they are often made with lower-quality materials and are not designed to last as long. This means that you may end up having to replace your device sooner, which can end up costing you more in the long run.

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Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 10kg, dry 6kg; Dryer type: Condenser; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: D In the UK, the average is 160 loads per year, which works out at 960kg of drying (assuming high use of 6kg per load), 720kg (medium use of 4.5kg loads) and 480kg (low use of 3kg loads). Its efficiency is no-doubt boosted by its low-energy method of tumble drying clothes. Heat-pump drying is rarely seen in washer dryers, which usually dry using condenser drying; but while here it will save energy use and be kinder to your clothes, it’s often slower too. Sensor technology: The latest and most advanced washing machines have intelligent sensors that work out the weight and fabric type in your wash load and adjust the time and water usage for the best results.