HAIER Vs MIELE Washing Machine Comparison

Struggling to choose between a HAIER and MIELE washing machine?

With a combination of data analysis software and expert evaluation, we analysed Haier’s best washing machines – comparing features, reliability, durability, performance benchmarks, and customer feedback, with Miele’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (HW90-B16939S8 and WWK360 GB LW) – two flagship washing machines by HAIER and MIELE, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 vs MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HAIER HW90-B16939S8 with the MIELE WWK360 GB LW as these washing machines sit at the top of each brand’s product line. In this comparison, we dive into the wash programmes, energy rating, noise level, spin speed, and load capacity of each machine, as these are the features that have the biggest impact on washing dirty laundry.

HAIER and MIELE Energy Efficiency Compared

The Haier HW90-B16939S8 is rated with a A, and the Miele HW90-B16939S8 with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Haier I Pro Series 3 and Miele Pwash have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a HAIER or MIELE will save money on electricity usage with an appliance that is more environmentally friendly, compared with washing machines that have a lower energy rating.

• • HAIER HW90-B16939S8 Energy Class: A, running 52 kWh *eco cycle

• • MIELE WWK360 GB LW Energy Class: A, running 52 kWh *eco cycle

HAIER I Pro Series 3 vs MIELE Pwash Programmes

The Haier HW90-B16939S8 I Pro Series 3 has 15 wash programmes, compared to the Miele WWK360 GB LW Pwash which has 12, with a difference of 3 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 and Pwash WWK360 GB LW are as follows:

• • HAIER HW90-B16939S8 programme sample: Cotton, Allergy Care, Baby care, Delicate, Fast, Duvet, Refresh, Remote, Wool, Synthetics, Mix, Spin

• • MIELE WWK360 GB LW programme sample: Pre-Iron, Cottons, Dark garments, Cottons with pre-wash, Delicates, Eco Cycle, Express 20, Mobile Start, Proofing, PowerWash, Woollens

Do Haier HW90-B16939S8 and Miele WWK360 GB LW have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both HW90-B16939S8 and WWK360 GB LW washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 has a quick wash time of 15 minutes and the MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW completes this cycle in 20 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Haier I Pro Series 3 and Miele Pwash can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of -5 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The HAIER HW90-B16939S8 produces around 70 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the MIELE WWK360 GB LW produces 71 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -1 dB between the two.

If you live in a flat or semi-detached house, or have your kitchen directly off your living room, choose a machine that has a slightly lower dB rating.

Whether you operate a HAIER or MIELE washing machine, the machine should be level on the ground and secure with a small 5 – 10cm gap around all sides to minimise noises from the vibrations produced during a high-speed rinse.

With washing machines like the HAIER I Pro Series 3 motor spinning at 1550, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3 Noise rating: A – 70 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1550 rpm spin)

• • MIELE Pwash  Noise rating: A – 71 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 rpm spin)

Spin Speed

Fast motor spin speeds means more thorough rinsing of washed and wet laundry. The Haier HW90-B16939S8 has a max rpm of 1550 compared to the Miele WWK360 GB LW with an rpm of 1400.

The machine with extra spin power – HAIER or MIELE – generally means clothes come out of the washing machine holding less water, for faster line or tumble drying.

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3 – 1550 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

• • MIELE Pwash – 1400 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

Wash Load Capacity

The HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 has a load weight capacity of 8kg, which is comparable to the 10kg laundry load limit capacity of the MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3 – 8kg kg Weight Handling

• • MIELE Pwash – 10kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HAIER and MIELE washing machines that have wireless connectivity allow users to control the washing machine and receive wash cycle updates to their smartphone via Bluetooth or wifi.

Your phone can connect with your Haier or Miele washing machine through an app – if you have a compatible appliance. This app can send you notifications when a washing programme has ended or when service or troubleshooting is required.

• • Does the HAIER HW90-B16939S8 have Wifi? – No

• • Does the MIELE WWK360 GB LW have Wifi? – Yes (Miele@home app)

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 382 across multiple platforms gives the Haier HW90-B16939S8 a 4.4/5 star rating, and the Miele WWK360 GB LW an average of 4.8/5 from 162 reviews.

Both HAIER and MIELE hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Haier I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 and MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Haier and Miele washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading HAIER and MIELE products is inseparable, as both I Pro Series 3 by HAIER and Pwash by MIELE having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between HAIER and MIELE Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HAIER washing machine over MIELE, because the margins between HAIER I Pro Series 3 and MIELE Pwash are modest, and preferences are down to minor personal differences such as wash load capacity, connectivity, energy efficiency, styling, and noise level class.

Both HAIER and MIELE washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
HAIER	HW90-B16939S8	A	A	1550	8kg	Get Prices
MIELE	WWK360 GB LW	A	A	1400	10kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

• • How does HAIER Drum Load Capacity (kg) compared to MIELE?

• • Does HAIER have higher/lower Spin Speed (RPM) to MIELE?

• • HAIER vs MIELE – Which brand offers more Wash Programs?

• • Is HAIER more Energy Efficient than MIELE?

• • What is HAIER’s Water Efficiency rating?

• • Is MIELE quieter than HAIER (Noise Level)?

• • What Smart Features, if any, does HAIER and MIELE offer? 

• • How does HAIER’s brand reliability rating look?

• • Who has the greatest ratio of positive customer reviews and highest review ratings – HAIER or MIELE washing machines?

• • Does MIELE and HAIER have aftercare service or warranty?