HOTPOINT Vs MIELE Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a HOTPOINT and MIELE washing machine?

With a combination of data analysis software and expert evaluation, we analysed Hotpoint’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 (H7 W945WB and WWK360 GB LW) – two flagship washing machines by HOTPOINT and MIELE, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB vs MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB 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.

HOTPOINT and MIELE Energy Efficiency Compared

The Hotpoint H7 W945WB is rated with a B, and the Miele H7 W945WB with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Hotpoint GentlePower and Miele Pwash have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a HOTPOINT 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.

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

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

HOTPOINT GentlePower vs MIELE Pwash Programmes

The Hotpoint H7 W945WB GentlePower has 24 wash programmes, compared to the Miele WWK360 GB LW Pwash which has 12, with a difference of 12 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by GentlePower H7 W945WB and Pwash WWK360 GB LW are as follows:

• • 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

• • 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 Hotpoint H7 W945WB and Miele WWK360 GB LW have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both H7 W945WB and WWK360 GB LW washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB has a quick wash time of 45 minutes and the MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW completes this cycle in 20 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Hotpoint GentlePower and Miele Pwash can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 25 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The HOTPOINT H7 W945WB produces around 71 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the MIELE WWK360 GB LW produces 71 dB. Giving a noise level difference of 0 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 HOTPOINT 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 HOTPOINT GentlePower motor spinning at 1400, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower Noise rating: A – 71 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 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 Hotpoint H7 W945WB has a max rpm of 1400 compared to the Miele WWK360 GB LW with an rpm of 1400.

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

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

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

Wash Load Capacity

The HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB has a load weight capacity of 9kg, 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.

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower – 9kg kg Weight Handling

• • MIELE Pwash – 10kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HOTPOINT 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 Hotpoint 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 HOTPOINT H7 W945WB have Wifi? – No

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

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 1,822 across multiple platforms gives the Hotpoint H7 W945WB a 4.7/5 star rating, and the Miele WWK360 GB LW an average of 4.8/5 from 162 reviews.

Both HOTPOINT and MIELE hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Hotpoint GentlePower H7 W945WB and MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Hotpoint and Miele washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading HOTPOINT and MIELE products is inseparable, as both GentlePower by HOTPOINT and Pwash by MIELE having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between HOTPOINT and MIELE Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HOTPOINT washing machine over MIELE, because the margins between HOTPOINT GentlePower 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 HOTPOINT and MIELE washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
HOTPOINT	H7 W945WB	B	A	1400	9kg	Get Prices
MIELE	WWK360 GB LW	A	A	1400	10kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is HOTPOINT more Energy Efficient than MIELE?

• • What is HOTPOINT’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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