HOTPOINT Vs SIEMENS Washing Machine Comparison

Struggling to choose between a HOTPOINT and SIEMENS 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 Siemens’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (H7 W945WB and WG56B2A2GB) – two flagship washing machines by HOTPOINT and SIEMENS, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB vs SIEMENS IQ-700 WG56B2A2GB Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB with the SIEMENS WG56B2A2GB 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 SIEMENS Energy Efficiency Compared

The Hotpoint H7 W945WB is rated with a B, and the Siemens H7 W945WB with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Hotpoint GentlePower and Siemens IQ-700 have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a HOTPOINT or SIEMENS 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

• • SIEMENS WG56B2A2GB Energy Class: A, running 35 kWh *eco cycle

HOTPOINT GentlePower vs SIEMENS IQ-700 Programmes

The Hotpoint H7 W945WB GentlePower has 24 wash programmes, compared to the Siemens WG56B2A2GB IQ-700 which has 4, with a difference of 20 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by GentlePower H7 W945WB and IQ-700 WG56B2A2GB 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

• • SIEMENS WG56B2A2GB programme sample: Delicates, Whites and colours, Easy-care, Woollens hand-wash

Do Hotpoint H7 W945WB and Siemens WG56B2A2GB have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both H7 W945WB and WG56B2A2GB 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 SIEMENS IQ-700 WG56B2A2GB completes this cycle in 19 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Hotpoint GentlePower and Siemens IQ-700 can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 26 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 SIEMENS WG56B2A2GB produces 72 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 HOTPOINT or SIEMENS 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)

• • SIEMENS IQ-700  Noise rating: A – 72 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1600 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 Siemens WG56B2A2GB with an rpm of 1600.

The machine with extra spin power – HOTPOINT or SIEMENS – 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)

• • SIEMENS IQ-700 – 1600 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 SIEMENS IQ-700 WG56B2A2GB. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower – 9kg kg Weight Handling

• • SIEMENS IQ-700 – 10kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HOTPOINT and SIEMENS 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 Siemens 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 SIEMENS WG56B2A2GB have Wifi? –

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 Siemens WG56B2A2GB an average of 4.4/5 from 429 reviews.

Both HOTPOINT and SIEMENS hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Hotpoint GentlePower H7 W945WB and SIEMENS IQ-700 WG56B2A2GB are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Hotpoint and Siemens washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading HOTPOINT and SIEMENS products is inseparable, as both GentlePower by HOTPOINT and IQ-700 by SIEMENS having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between HOTPOINT and SIEMENS Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HOTPOINT washing machine over SIEMENS, because the margins between HOTPOINT GentlePower and SIEMENS IQ-700 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 SIEMENS 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
SIEMENS	WG56B2A2GB	A	A	1600	10kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is HOTPOINT more Energy Efficient than SIEMENS?

• • What is HOTPOINT’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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