HOTPOINT Vs WHIRLPOOL Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a HOTPOINT and WHIRLPOOL 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 Whirlpool’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (H7 W945WB and FFD11469BSVUK) – two flagship washing machines by HOTPOINT and WHIRLPOOL, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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HOTPOINT GentlePower H7 W945WB vs WHIRLPOOL FreshCare FFD11469BSVUK Comparison Points

We chose to compare the HOTPOINT H7 W945WB with the WHIRLPOOL FFD11469BSVUK 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 WHIRLPOOL Energy Efficiency Compared

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

This means owning either a HOTPOINT or WHIRLPOOL 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

• • WHIRLPOOL FFD11469BSVUK Energy Class: A, running 53 kWh *eco cycle

HOTPOINT GentlePower vs WHIRLPOOL FreshCare Programmes

The Hotpoint H7 W945WB GentlePower has 24 wash programmes, compared to the Whirlpool FFD11469BSVUK FreshCare which has 14, with a difference of 10 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by GentlePower H7 W945WB and FreshCare FFD11469BSVUK 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

• • WHIRLPOOL FFD11469BSVUK programme sample: Delicates, Rapid 30, Sport, Eco 40-60, Duvet, Rinse + Spin, Mixed, Silk, Wool, Cotton

Do Hotpoint H7 W945WB and Whirlpool FFD11469BSVUK have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both H7 W945WB and FFD11469BSVUK 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 WHIRLPOOL FreshCare FFD11469BSVUK completes this cycle in 30 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Hotpoint GentlePower and Whirlpool FreshCare can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 15 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 WHIRLPOOL FFD11469BSVUK produces 76 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -5 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 WHIRLPOOL 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)

• • WHIRLPOOL FreshCare  Noise rating: B – 76 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1351 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 Whirlpool FFD11469BSVUK with an rpm of 1351.

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

• • WHIRLPOOL FreshCare – 1351 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 11kg laundry load limit capacity of the WHIRLPOOL FreshCare FFD11469BSVUK. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • HOTPOINT GentlePower – 9kg kg Weight Handling

• • WHIRLPOOL FreshCare – 11kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

HOTPOINT and WHIRLPOOL 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 Whirlpool 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 WHIRLPOOL FFD11469BSVUK 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 Whirlpool FFD11469BSVUK an average of 4.3/5 from 104 reviews.

Both HOTPOINT and WHIRLPOOL hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Hotpoint GentlePower H7 W945WB and WHIRLPOOL FreshCare FFD11469BSVUK are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Hotpoint and Whirlpool washing machines providing exceptional results.

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

Choosing Between HOTPOINT and WHIRLPOOL Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the HOTPOINT washing machine over WHIRLPOOL, because the margins between HOTPOINT GentlePower and WHIRLPOOL FreshCare 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 WHIRLPOOL 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
WHIRLPOOL	FFD11469BSVUK	A	B	1351	11kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is HOTPOINT more Energy Efficient than WHIRLPOOL?

• • What is HOTPOINT’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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