HISENSE Vs MONTPELLIER Washing Machine Comparison

Struggling to choose between a HISENSE and MONTPELLIER washing machine?

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

Let’s walk through the specifications of (WF7S1247BB and MWM814BLS) – two flagship washing machines by HISENSE and MONTPELLIER, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

Measuring a premium HISENSE washing machine with a budget MONTPELLIER machine would have been unfair. To keep the comparison level and objective, we compared like-for-like, by reviewing and comparing HISENSE’s best range against MONTPELLIER’s best.

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HISENSE 7S Series WF7S1247BB vs MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HISENSE WF7S1247BB with the MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS 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.

HISENSE and MONTPELLIER Energy Efficiency Compared

The Hisense WF7S1247BB is rated with a A, and the Montpellier WF7S1247BB with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Hisense 7S Series and Montpellier BLDC have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

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

• • HISENSE WF7S1247BB Energy Class: A, running 43 kWh *eco cycle

• • MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS Energy Class: A, running 47 kWh *eco cycle

HISENSE 7S Series vs MONTPELLIER BLDC Programmes

The Hisense WF7S1247BB 7S Series has 20 wash programmes, compared to the Montpellier MWM814BLS BLDC which has 17, with a difference of 3 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by 7S Series WF7S1247BB and BLDC MWM814BLS are as follows:

• • HISENSE WF7S1247BB programme sample: AI Super Wash, Auto, Anti-allergy, Baby care, Eco 40€“60, Darks, Favorites, Power 49, Quick Wash, Silk/Delicates

• • MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS programme sample: Cotton, Colours, Wool, Allergy safe, Hand Wash, Outdoor, Temperature Adjustment, RPM Adjustment, Mix

Do Hisense WF7S1247BB and Montpellier MWM814BLS have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both WF7S1247BB and MWM814BLS washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The HISENSE 7S Series WF7S1247BB has a quick wash time of 15 minutes and the MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS completes this cycle in 15 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Hisense 7S Series and Montpellier BLDC can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 0 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The HISENSE WF7S1247BB produces around 70 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS produces 76 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -6 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 HISENSE or MONTPELLIER 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 HISENSE 7S Series motor spinning at 1400, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • HISENSE 7S Series Noise rating: A – 70 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 rpm spin)

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC  Noise rating: B – 76 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1330 rpm spin)

Spin Speed

Fast motor spin speeds means more thorough rinsing of washed and wet laundry. The Hisense WF7S1247BB has a max rpm of 1400 compared to the Montpellier MWM814BLS with an rpm of 1330.

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

• • HISENSE 7S Series – 1400 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC – 1330 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

Wash Load Capacity

The HISENSE 7S Series WF7S1247BB has a load weight capacity of 12kg, which is comparable to the 8kg laundry load limit capacity of the MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • HISENSE 7S Series – 12kg kg Weight Handling

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC – 8kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HISENSE and MONTPELLIER 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 Hisense or Montpellier 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 HISENSE WF7S1247BB have Wifi? – Yes (ConnectLife app)

• • Does the MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS have Wifi? – No

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 430 across multiple platforms gives the Hisense WF7S1247BB a 4.9/5 star rating, and the Montpellier MWM814BLS an average of 4.6/5 from 188 reviews.

Both HISENSE and MONTPELLIER hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Hisense 7S Series WF7S1247BB and MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Hisense and Montpellier washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading HISENSE and MONTPELLIER products is inseparable, as both 7S Series by HISENSE and BLDC by MONTPELLIER having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between HISENSE and MONTPELLIER Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HISENSE washing machine over MONTPELLIER, because the margins between HISENSE 7S Series and MONTPELLIER BLDC are modest, and preferences are down to minor personal differences such as wash load capacity, connectivity, energy efficiency, styling, and noise level class.

Both HISENSE and MONTPELLIER washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
HISENSE	WF7S1247BB	A	A	1400	12kg	Get Prices
MONTPELLIER	MWM814BLS	A	B	1330	8kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

• • How does HISENSE Drum Load Capacity (kg) compared to MONTPELLIER?

• • Does HISENSE have higher/lower Spin Speed (RPM) to MONTPELLIER?

• • HISENSE vs MONTPELLIER – Which brand offers more Wash Programs?

• • Is HISENSE more Energy Efficient than MONTPELLIER?

• • What is HISENSE’s Water Efficiency rating?

• • Is MONTPELLIER quieter than HISENSE (Noise Level)?

• • What Smart Features, if any, does HISENSE and MONTPELLIER offer? 

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

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

• • Does MONTPELLIER and HISENSE have aftercare service or warranty?