MIELE Vs SHARP Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a MIELE and SHARP washing machine?

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

Let’s walk through the specifications of (WWK360 GB LW and ES-NFL214CWDA-EN) – two flagship washing machines by MIELE and SHARP, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW vs SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN Comparison Points

We chose to compare the MIELE WWK360 GB LW with the SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN 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.

MIELE and SHARP Energy Efficiency Compared

The Miele WWK360 GB LW is rated with a A, and the Sharp WWK360 GB LW with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Miele Pwash and Sharp SuperJet have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

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

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

• • SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN Energy Class: A, running 43 kWh *eco cycle

MIELE Pwash vs SHARP SuperJet Programmes

The Miele WWK360 GB LW Pwash has 12 wash programmes, compared to the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN SuperJet which has 15, with a difference of -3 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by Pwash WWK360 GB LW and SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN are as follows:

• • 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

• • SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN programme sample: Allergy Smart, Colours, Cold Hygiene, Cotton 20, Fast 60, Eco, SuperJet 15, Synthetics, Anti-crease, EcoLogic

Do Miele WWK360 GB LW and Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both WWK360 GB LW and ES-NFL214CWDA-EN washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW has a quick wash time of 20 minutes and the SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN completes this cycle in 15 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Miele Pwash and Sharp SuperJet can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 5 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The MIELE WWK360 GB LW produces around 71 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN produces 77 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 MIELE or SHARP 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 MIELE Pwash motor spinning at 1400, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • MIELE Pwash Noise rating: A – 71 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 rpm spin)

• • SHARP SuperJet  Noise rating: C – 77 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 Miele WWK360 GB LW has a max rpm of 1400 compared to the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN with an rpm of 1330.

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

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

• • SHARP SuperJet – 1330 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

Wash Load Capacity

The MIELE Pwash WWK360 GB LW has a load weight capacity of 10kg, which is comparable to the 12kg laundry load limit capacity of the SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • MIELE Pwash – 10kg kg Weight Handling

• • SHARP SuperJet – 12kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

MIELE and SHARP 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 Miele or Sharp 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 MIELE WWK360 GB LW have Wifi? – Yes (Miele@home app)

• • Does the SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN have Wifi? – No

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 162 across multiple platforms gives the Miele WWK360 GB LW a 4.8/5 star rating, and the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN an average of 4.5/5 from 313 reviews.

Both MIELE and SHARP hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Miele Pwash WWK360 GB LW and SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Miele and Sharp washing machines providing exceptional results.

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

Choosing Between MIELE and SHARP Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the MIELE washing machine over SHARP, because the margins between MIELE Pwash and SHARP SuperJet are modest, and preferences are down to minor personal differences such as wash load capacity, connectivity, energy efficiency, styling, and noise level class.

Both MIELE and SHARP washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
MIELE	WWK360 GB LW	A	A	1400	10kg	Get Prices
SHARP	ES-NFL214CWDA-EN	A	C	1330	12kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is MIELE more Energy Efficient than SHARP?

• • What is MIELE’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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