This is the most popular type. A freestanding machine isn’t built into your cupboards, so can be used in different locations. The standard dimensions are built to fit under most kitchen worktops. 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. A cookie set by YouTube to measure bandwidth that determines whether the user gets the new or old player interface. Selecting the Cupboard Dry option, I found that the tumble dryer used 0.56kWh of power, which is very competitive. At the end of the cycle, there’s always a bit of loss of material along with water – but my clothes had lost 0.02kg, which means that from wet, the tumble dryer hand removed 102% of water and material. 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.

Another benefit is greater washing and drying capacities. If you’re a family of four living in a small flat with no means of drying clothes outdoors, a high-capacity model will be a godsend. Even if you do have outdoor space, remember that outdoor drying is anything but practical during the long winter months, while hanging a load of damp clothing in the bathroom will take ages to dry and lead to condensation on the walls and windows. Smart sensor technology automatically controls the drying process according to the selected programme, laundry time and desired level of dryness. Sensors will handily stop the drying process when clothes reach this level If you are interested in buying the Hisense WDQY1014EVJM 10kg washer dryer, make sure you don’t pay over the odds. Automatic dosing: This feature works out how much detergent you need for each wash. Simply fill the reservoir and the machine will release the right dose each time. Hisense may be largely eschewing headline-grabbing features such as smart apps on its products, but it focuses instead on building reliable, quality products that get all the basics right. Take the Hisense DHGA901NL tumble dryer, for example. This 9kg model offers simple controls, a decent array of programmes, quiet operation and good running costs. Hisense DHGA901NL design and features – Straightforward and easy to useIf you plan to use the dryer section infrequently, the WDBL1014V has an attractive asking price for such all-round convenience. Hisense WDBL1014V – What is it like to use? 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.

At the end of the wash, my 5kg washing load had increased in weight by 51.41% due to water retention. That’s quite high, and typically I like to see this figure at 40% or less. As the HiSense DHGA901NL uses a Heat Pump, it isn’t particularly fast. Opting for Cupboard Dry can take up to 3hrs 55mins, although the time estimate starts will lower if clothes are drying faster. What you lose in speed, you gain in efficiency; this is an A++ rated appliance. First up, you need to decide what sort of washing machine you’d like. There are four main types for you to choose from, and your choice will mainly come down to the space you have. Here are the different models available. Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 7kg; dry 4kg; Dryer type: Condenser; Max spin speed: 1,200rpm; Rated efficiency: E Buttons below the display feel a bit squishy but allow you to alter temperature, number of rinses, spin speed and drying level easily and clearly. The sheer number of icons on the display can be little confusing and many button presses were accompanied by a slightly irritating microwave-like pinging sound, although this can be turned off.Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 10kg; dry 6kg; Dryer type: Condenser; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: E 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. 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 Like most appliances, it all comes down to how you use your washing machine. Here’s what our experts recommend considering.

All washing machines should offer the same standard programs, but some brands will include extra cycles for specific washes. When choosing a program, keep in mind the recommended temperatures and spin speeds for your different fabrics. Here are what some of the most common washes do: Key specs – Style: Freestanding; Capacity: Wash 8kg, dry 5kg; Dryer type: Heat pump; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: D 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. Programme selection is via the dial on the front. Hisense does things a little differently from the competition, with the main programmes also setting how dry the washing will be: Storage (cupboard dry), Standard (dry) and Iron (slightly damp, so that you can iron more easily). Other manufacturers tend to let you set the dryness level for the programme you’ve selected. In addition, high-quality gadgets and technology products tend to have better performance. This is particularly important for products that are used for tasks such as gaming, video editing, or graphic design. A high-quality HISENSE Series 5 WD5S1245BW WiFi-enabled 12 kg Washer Dryer is likely to have better specs and features, which will translate into better performance and a better user experience.There are two filters in this tumble dryer. The main filter sits in the door, pulling up and out. At the end of each cycle, you’ll need to clean this out and remove any fibres caught on it. This Hisense WDQY9014EVJM 9kg washer dryer comes in a white finish. The capacity is suitable for medium-sized families, if you have a big family you might want to opt for a larger capacity. It has 14 drying programmes: Large Items, 30 Minute Dry, 60 Minute Dry, 90 Minute Dry, Ion Refresh, Down, Shirts, Cotton Cupboard, Cotton Standard, Cotton Iron, Mix Iron, Wool, Delicate. There’s a start delay option, too Wash noise was also suitably hushed thanks to a combination of the quiet motor and the double-skin door adding an amount of sound insulation. The machine burbled along most of the wash cycle in the low 50s decibels, but did have a couple of louder moments when the water was running in and the pump was pumping out. It then measured bang on the energy label figure of 56dB, which is still reasonably quiet. However, there’s a price to pay for using the tumble dryer function in terms of both time and energy. This full load took 10 minutes shy of four hours to dry and used a whopping 3.75kWh of electricity. Modern 7kg heat-pump dryers would use half to a third of that energy for the same load.

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? The combined 8kg wash and 5kg drying capacity will be ample for most households, while the 1400 spin speed is decent and will leave clothes with minimal water at the end of the spin cycle.While the interface looks complex, it’s actually quite easy to get a handle on: simply turn the dial to your preferred cycle and, if required, adjust its temperature and spin speed using the touch control panel to its right. 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.