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Candy BC4S48 review: 104 specs compared

Avg. price:~£390Washing capacity:8 kgDrying capacity:5 kgDrying technology:condenserWashing energy efficiency class:ACombined energy efficiency class:?

Candy BC4S48 Review: Compare 104 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washer-dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

75%

8.1

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.6, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 84% of washer dryers
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the washer-dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a washer-dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

★Better than 94%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Performance

25%

8.9

Energy efficiency

25%

8.3

Programs

20%

7.8

Features

5%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 88%
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User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.6, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 7.6, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £390
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Technical Specifications of washer-dryer Candy BC4S48

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance

25%

8.9

Energy efficiency

25%

8.3

Programs

20%

7.8

Features

5%

7.4

Design

8.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the washer-dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a washer-dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

8.2
Washing capacity
8 kg
Market range: <8 kg – >10 kg
This washer-dryer has a washing capacity of 8 kg which is smaller than the capacity of 58.3% of washer-dryers and equal to the capacity of 33.1% of washer-dryers.
Drying capacity
5 kg
Market range: <5 kg – >7 kg
This washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 5 kg which is smaller than the capacity of 63.1% of washer-dryers and equal to the capacity of 30.3% of washer-dryers.
Drum volume
?
Spin efficiency class
B
This washer-dryer has B spin efficiency class which is better than the spin efficiency class of 1.1% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 86.3% of washer-dryers.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Market range: <1.4k RPM – >1.6k RPM
The maximum spin speed of this washer-dryer is 1,400 RPM which is higher than the maximum spin speed of 7.3% of washer-dryers and equal to the maximum spin speed of 74.3% of washer-dryers.
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Washing energy efficiency class
A
This washer-dryer has A washing energy efficiency class which is better than the washing energy efficiency of 40.6% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 59.4% of washer-dryers.
Combined energy efficiency class
?
Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
38 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <47 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washer-dryer has an energy consumption per 100 washing cycles of 38 kWh/100 cycles which is lower than the energy consumption of 96.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 1.1% of washer-dryers.
Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
?
Water consumption per washing cycle
?
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Number of washing programs
16
Market range: <10 – >16
This washer-dryer has 16 different washing programs which is more than the n. of programs of 78.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 13%.
Number of drying programs
3
Market range: <2 – >5
This washer-dryer has 3 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 31.6% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 18.8% of washer-dryers.
Fast washing cycle duration
14 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
The fast washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 14 min which is less than the fast cycle duration of 67.2% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 32.5% of washer-dryers.
Maximum washing cycle duration
?
Maximum combined cycle duration
?
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N. of features
?
N. of downloadable programs
?
Foam control system
yes
This washer-dryer features a foam control system. 59.6% of washer-dryers have a foam control system.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washer-dryer has unbalanced load detection. 96.2% of washer-dryers have this feature.
Automatic load balancing during spin
yes
This washer-dryer features automatic load balancing. 44.2% of washer-dryers have automatic load balancing.
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Installation type
built-in
This washer-dryer is a built-in model, which is more integrated than 89.7% of washer-dryers and as integrated as 10.3% of washer-dryers.
Color
white
This washer-dryer is white in color. 67.5%.
Display
yes
This washer-dryer has a display. 99.7% of washer-dryers have a display.
Noise-reducing design
no
This washer-dryer does not have a noise-reducing design. 6.2% of washer-dryers have a noise-reducing design.
Special drum design
no
This washer-dryer does not have a special drum design. 53.1% of washer-dryers have a special drum design.
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Candy BC4S48 vs the average washer-dryer

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyProgramsFeaturesDesign
  • 3 more washing program/s
    This washer-dryer has more washing programs than the average washer-dryer (16 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    16 vs 13
  • 13 kWh/100 cycles lower energy consumption for washing
    This washer-dryer has a lower energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (38 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 51 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    38 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washer-dryer has Wi-Fi, the average washer-dryer does not. 36.4% of washer-dryers have Wi-Fi.
  • Features pre-mix technology
    This washer-dryer features pre-mix technology, the average washer-dryer does not. 34.3% of washer-dryers have pre-mix technology.
  • Has automatic load balancing
    This washer-dryer features automatic load balancing, the average washer-dryer does not. 44.2% of washer-dryers have automatic load balancing.
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washer-dryer has a water jets system, the average washer-dryer does not. 29.1% of washer-dryers feature a water jets system.
  • 3 cm lower height
    This washer-dryer has a lower height than the average washer-dryer (82 cm vs 85 cm). The average washer-dryer has a height of 85 cm.
    82 cm vs 85 cm
  • Has a colors cycle
    This washer-dryer has a colors cycle, the average washer-dryer does not. 31.1% of washer-dryers have a colors cycle.
  • 41% cheaper
    Candy BC4S48 is cheaper than the average washer-dryer (£390 vs £550). The average washer-dryer costs 550.000.
    £390 vs £550
  • 12.5% better value for money
    Candy BC4S48 has better value for money than the average washer-dryer (8.23 vs 7.3).
    8.23 vs 7.32
  • 2 dB more silent during spinning
    This washer-dryer is more silent during spinning than the average washer-dryer (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washer-dryer has a spinning noise level of 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 dB
  • 13 kWh/100 cycles lower energy consumption for washing
    This washer-dryer has a lower energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (38 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 51 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    38 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 27 kWh/year lower annual energy consumption (wash)
    This washer-dryer has a lower annual energy consumption (wash) than the average washer-dryer (76 kWh/year vs 103 kWh/year). The average washer-dryer consumes 103 kWh/year per year for washing.
    76 kWh/year vs 103 kWh/year
  • 3 more washing program/s
    This washer-dryer has more washing programs than the average washer-dryer (16 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    16 vs 13
  • Has a colors cycle
    This washer-dryer has a colors cycle, the average washer-dryer does not. 31.1% of washer-dryers have a colors cycle.
  • 1 min shorter fast washing cycle
    The fast washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is shorter than the fast cycle duration of the average washer-dryer (14 min vs 15 min). The fast cycle duration of an average washer-dryer takes 15 min.
    14 min vs 15 min
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washer-dryer has Wi-Fi, the average washer-dryer does not. 36.4% of washer-dryers have Wi-Fi.
  • Features pre-mix technology
    This washer-dryer features pre-mix technology, the average washer-dryer does not. 34.3% of washer-dryers have pre-mix technology.
  • Has automatic load balancing
    This washer-dryer features automatic load balancing, the average washer-dryer does not. 44.2% of washer-dryers have automatic load balancing.
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washer-dryer has a water jets system, the average washer-dryer does not. 29.1% of washer-dryers feature a water jets system.
  • Has Bluetooth
    This washer-dryer features Bluetooth technology, the average washer-dryer does not. 14.8% of washer-dryers have Bluetooth technology.
  • 3 cm lower height
    This washer-dryer has a lower height than the average washer-dryer (82 cm vs 85 cm). The average washer-dryer has a height of 85 cm.
    82 cm vs 85 cm
  • 10.6% smaller volume
    This washer-dryer has a smaller volume than the average washer-dryer (258,300 cm³ vs 288,990 cm³). The average washer-dryer has a volume of 288,990.0 cm³.
    258,300.0 cm³ vs 288,990.0 cm³
  • 5 cm smaller depth
    This washer-dryer has a smaller depth than the average washer-dryer (52.5 cm vs 57.5 cm). The average washer-dryer has a depth of 57.5 cm.
    52.5 cm vs 57.5 cm
  • 5 kg lighter
    This washer-dryer is lighter than the average washer-dryer (63 kg vs 68 kg). The average washer-dryer weighs 68 kg.
    63 kg vs 68 kg
  • More integrated installation
    This washer-dryer has a more integrated installation than the average washer-dryer (built-in vs free-standing).
    built-in vs free-standing
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washer-dryer has a shorter motor warranty than the average washer-dryer (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washer-dryer includes a 10 year/s warranty for the motor.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 1 kg smaller drying capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller drying capacity than the average washer-dryer (5 kg vs 6 kg). The average washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 6 kg.
    5 kg vs 6 kg
  • 1 kg smaller washing capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller washing capacity than the average washer-dryer (8 kg vs 9 kg). The average washer-dryer has a washing capacity of 9 kg.
    8 kg vs 9 kg
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washer-dryer does not have a special drum design, the average washer-dryer does. 53.1% of washer-dryers have a special drum design.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washer-dryer does not have an allergen cycle, the average washer-dryer does. 56.2% of washer-dryers have an allergen cycle.
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washer-dryer has a shorter motor warranty than the average washer-dryer (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washer-dryer includes a 10 year/s warranty for the motor.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 1 kg smaller drying capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller drying capacity than the average washer-dryer (5 kg vs 6 kg). The average washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 6 kg.
    5 kg vs 6 kg
  • 1 kg smaller washing capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller washing capacity than the average washer-dryer (8 kg vs 9 kg). The average washer-dryer has a washing capacity of 9 kg.
    8 kg vs 9 kg
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washer-dryer does not have an allergen cycle, the average washer-dryer does. 56.2% of washer-dryers have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washer-dryer does not have a special drum design, the average washer-dryer does. 53.1% of washer-dryers have a special drum design.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Candy BC4S48

  • 16 washing programs give a setting for most fabrics.
  • 38 kWh per 100 washing cycles keeps energy use low.
  • Wash and dry in one unit suits a small kitchen.
  • Steam function helps reduce creases, so there is less ironing.
  • A 24 h delay start lets you run it overnight.
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth let you start cycles from a phone.

What customers don't like about Candy BC4S48

  • The dryer holds 5 kg, so a full 8 kg wash needs two drying runs.
  • Spin reaches 72 dB, which is noticeable in a quiet kitchen.
  • There is no automatic drawer cleaning.
  • There is no NFC for tapping a phone to the machine.
  • There is no Power-Save mode for lower energy use when idle.

Verdict

38 kWh per 100 cycles is the first number to know about the Candy BC4S48, a built-in washer dryer for a daily load. Wash and dry in one machine means you never move clothes between appliances. The 8 kg wash and 5 kg dry suit a small household. The dryer holds less than the washer, so a full wash needs two drying runs. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth link lets you run it from a phone, and Bluetooth is an uncommon extra. Steam and a 24 h delay start add some flexibility. The 82 cm height and 52.5 cm depth suit a standard kitchen gap. The trade-off is the lack of automatic drawer cleaning and NFC. It suits someone who wants one neat unit for everyday laundry and few extras.

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