MONTPELLIER Vs SHARP Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a MONTPELLIER and SHARP washing machine?

With a combination of data analysis software and expert evaluation, we analysed Montpellier’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 (MWM814BLS and ES-NFL214CWDA-EN) – two flagship washing machines by MONTPELLIER and SHARP, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS vs SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN Comparison Points

We chose to compare the MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS 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.

MONTPELLIER and SHARP Energy Efficiency Compared

The Montpellier MWM814BLS is rated with a A, and the Sharp MWM814BLS with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Montpellier BLDC and Sharp SuperJet have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a MONTPELLIER 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.

• • MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS Energy Class: A, running 47 kWh *eco cycle

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

MONTPELLIER BLDC vs SHARP SuperJet Programmes

The Montpellier MWM814BLS BLDC has 17 wash programmes, compared to the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN SuperJet which has 15, with a difference of 2 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by BLDC MWM814BLS and SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN are as follows:

• • MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS programme sample: Cotton, Colours, Wool, Allergy safe, Hand Wash, Outdoor, Temperature Adjustment, RPM Adjustment, Mix

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

Do Montpellier MWM814BLS and Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both MWM814BLS and ES-NFL214CWDA-EN washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS has a quick wash time of 15 minutes and the SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN completes this cycle in 15 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Montpellier BLDC and Sharp SuperJet can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 0 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS produces around 76 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the SHARP ES-NFL214CWDA-EN produces 77 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 MONTPELLIER 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 MONTPELLIER BLDC motor spinning at 1330, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC Noise rating: B – 76 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1330 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 Montpellier MWM814BLS has a max rpm of 1330 compared to the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN with an rpm of 1330.

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

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC – 1330 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

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

Wash Load Capacity

The MONTPELLIER BLDC MWM814BLS has a load weight capacity of 8kg, 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.

• • MONTPELLIER BLDC – 8kg kg Weight Handling

• • SHARP SuperJet – 12kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

MONTPELLIER 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 Montpellier 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 MONTPELLIER MWM814BLS have Wifi? – No

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

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 188 across multiple platforms gives the Montpellier MWM814BLS a 4.6/5 star rating, and the Sharp ES-NFL214CWDA-EN an average of 4.5/5 from 313 reviews.

Both MONTPELLIER and SHARP hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Montpellier BLDC MWM814BLS and SHARP SuperJet ES-NFL214CWDA-EN are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Montpellier and Sharp washing machines providing exceptional results.

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

Choosing Between MONTPELLIER and SHARP Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the MONTPELLIER washing machine over SHARP, because the margins between MONTPELLIER BLDC 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 MONTPELLIER and SHARP washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
MONTPELLIER	MWM814BLS	A	B	1330	8kg	Get Prices
SHARP	ES-NFL214CWDA-EN	A	C	1330	12kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is MONTPELLIER more Energy Efficient than SHARP?

• • What is MONTPELLIER’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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