HOOVER Vs HOTPOINT Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a HOOVER and HOTPOINT washing machine?

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

Let’s walk through the specifications of (HW 410AMBCB/1-80 and H7 W945WB) – two flagship washing machines by HOOVER and HOTPOINT, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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HOOVER H-WASH 500 HW 410AMBCB/1-80 vs HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HOOVER HW 410AMBCB/1-80 with the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB 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.

HOOVER and HOTPOINT Energy Efficiency Compared

The Hoover HW 410AMBCB/1-80 is rated with a A, and the Hotpoint HW 410AMBCB/1-80 with an energy efficiency rating of B. Both the Hoover H-WASH 500 and Hotpoint GentlePower have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

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

• • HOOVER HW 410AMBCB/1-80 Energy Class: A, running 51 kWh *eco cycle

• • HOTPOINT H7 W945WB Energy Class: B, running 57 kWh *eco cycle

HOOVER H-WASH 500 vs HOTPOINT GentlePower Programmes

The Hoover HW 410AMBCB/1-80 H-WASH 500 has 14 wash programmes, compared to the Hotpoint H7 W945WB GentlePower which has 24, with a difference of -10 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by H-WASH 500 HW 410AMBCB/1-80 and GentlePower H7 W945WB are as follows:

• • HOOVER HW 410AMBCB/1-80 programme sample: Active Care, Hygiene+, All in One Programme, Anti-Allergy, Dark Wash, Auto-Care Function, Easy Iron Function, Economy Wash, Hand Wash, Wool Cycle

• • HOTPOINT H7 W945WB programme sample: 20 degrees, Anti Stain, Silk & Curtains, Bed & bath, Cuddly Toys, Jeans, Mixed, Pets Stuff, Steam Refresh, Easy Iron, Multi-rinse, Multi Colour, Eco

Do Hoover HW 410AMBCB/1-80 and Hotpoint H7 W945WB have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both HW 410AMBCB/1-80 and H7 W945WB washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The HOOVER H-WASH 500 HW 410AMBCB/1-80 has a quick wash time of 14 minutes and the HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB completes this cycle in 45 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Hoover H-WASH 500 and Hotpoint GentlePower can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of -31 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The HOOVER HW 410AMBCB/1-80 produces around 78 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB produces 71 dB. Giving a noise level difference of 7 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 HOOVER or HOTPOINT 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 HOOVER H-WASH 500 motor spinning at 1400, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • HOOVER H-WASH 500 Noise rating: C – 78 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 rpm spin)

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower  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 Hoover HW 410AMBCB/1-80 has a max rpm of 1400 compared to the Hotpoint H7 W945WB with an rpm of 1400.

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

• • HOOVER H-WASH 500 – 1400 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower – 1400 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

Wash Load Capacity

The HOOVER H-WASH 500 HW 410AMBCB/1-80 has a load weight capacity of 10kg, which is comparable to the 9kg laundry load limit capacity of the HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • HOOVER H-WASH 500 – 10kg kg Weight Handling

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower – 9kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HOOVER and HOTPOINT 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 Hoover or Hotpoint 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 HOOVER HW 410AMBCB/1-80 have Wifi? – Yes (Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatible)

• • Does the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB have Wifi? – No

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 3,632 across multiple platforms gives the Hoover HW 410AMBCB/1-80 a 4.6/5 star rating, and the Hotpoint H7 W945WB an average of 4.7/5 from 1,822 reviews.

Both HOOVER and HOTPOINT hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Hoover H-WASH 500 HW 410AMBCB/1-80 and HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Hoover and Hotpoint washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading HOOVER and HOTPOINT products is inseparable, as both H-WASH 500 by HOOVER and GentlePower by HOTPOINT having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between HOOVER and HOTPOINT Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HOOVER washing machine over HOTPOINT, because the margins between HOOVER H-WASH 500 and HOTPOINT GentlePower are modest, and preferences are down to minor personal differences such as wash load capacity, connectivity, energy efficiency, styling, and noise level class.

Both HOOVER and HOTPOINT washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
HOOVER	HW 410AMBCB/1-80	A	C	1400	10kg	Get Prices
HOTPOINT	H7 W945WB	B	A	1400	9kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

• • How does HOOVER Drum Load Capacity (kg) compared to HOTPOINT?

• • Does HOOVER have higher/lower Spin Speed (RPM) to HOTPOINT?

• • HOOVER vs HOTPOINT – Which brand offers more Wash Programs?

• • Is HOOVER more Energy Efficient than HOTPOINT?

• • What is HOOVER’s Water Efficiency rating?

• • Is HOTPOINT quieter than HOOVER (Noise Level)?

• • What Smart Features, if any, does HOOVER and HOTPOINT offer? 

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

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

• • Does HOTPOINT and HOOVER have aftercare service or warranty?