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Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 Review | 104 Data compared

Avg. price:~£690Washing capacity:8 kgDrying capacity:6 kgDrying technology:condenserWashing energy efficiency class:CCombined energy efficiency class:E

Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 Review: Compare 104 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washer-dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the washer-dryer's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best washer-dryers on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Technical score

30%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 78% of washer-dryers
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the washer-dryer's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing and drying programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washer-dryers based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

25%

7.8

Performance

25%

5.9

Energy efficiency

25%

6.6

Washing & Drying

20%

4.6

Features

5%

5.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 74% of washer-dryers
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the washer-dryer.
When it matters
When you want to know how a washer-dryer performs in everyday use and how reliable it is according to user reviews.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 69% of washer-dryers
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Technical Specifications of washer-dryer Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the washer-dryer's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing and drying programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washer-dryers based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

7.8

Performance

25%

5.9

Energy efficiency

25%

6.6

Washing & Drying

20%

4.6

Features

5%

5.8

Design

6.3
User score
User score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the washer-dryer.
When it matters
When you want to know how a washer-dryer performs in everyday use and how reliable it is according to user reviews.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the washer-dryer.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Popularity:
Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 has a popularity of 5.6 points, which is higher than 76.2% of washer-dryers.
5.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

6.6

Price

6.6
Washing capacity
8 kg
Washing capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <8 kg – >10 kg
This washer-dryer has a washing capacity of 8 kg which is smaller than the capacity of 56.6% of washer-dryers and equal to the capacity of 34.4% of washer-dryers.
Drying capacity
6 kg
Drying capacity
6 kg
â–² Better than 38% of models
Market range: <5 kg – >7 kg
This washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 6 kg which is bigger than the capacity of 37.6% of washer-dryers and equal to the capacity of 51.3% of washer-dryers.
Drum volume
?
Spin efficiency class
B
Spin efficiency class
B
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
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 84.7% of washer-dryers.
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <1.4k RPM – >1.6k RPM
The maximum spin speed of this washer-dryer is 1,600 RPM which is higher than the maximum spin speed of 81.5% of washer-dryers and equal to the maximum spin speed of 18.5% of washer-dryers.
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Washing energy efficiency class
C
Washing energy efficiency class
C
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This washer-dryer has C washing energy efficiency class which is worse than the washing energy efficiency of 67.2% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 17.5% of washer-dryers.
Combined energy efficiency class
E
Combined energy efficiency class
E
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This washer-dryer has E combined energy efficiency class which is better than the combined energy efficiency of 3.8% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 50.8% of washer-dryers.
Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
63 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
63 kWh/100 cycles
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <47 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washer-dryer has an energy consumption per 100 washing cycles of 63 kWh/100 cycles which is higher than the energy consumption of 66.1% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 7.9% of washer-dryers.
Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
376 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
376 kWh/100 cycles
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <266 kWh/100 cycles – >414 kWh/100 cycles
This washer-dryer has an energy consumption per 100 combined cycles of 376 kWh/100 cycles which is higher than the energy consumption of 74.1% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 3.7% of washer-dryers.
Water consumption per washing cycle
47 L
Water consumption per washing cycle
47 L
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <41 L – >53 L
This washer-dryer has a water consumption per washing cycle of 47 L which is lower than the water consumption of 59.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 4.2% of washer-dryers.
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Number of washing programs
14
Number of washing programs
14
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <10 – >16
This washer-dryer has 14 different washing programs which is more than the n. of programs of 64% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 15.3%.
Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, FreshScent, Spin/Drain, Rinse, Drum Clean, Anti-Allergy, Sportswear, Outdoor, Denim, NonStop 1h 1kg
Number of drying programs
2
Number of drying programs
2
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 – >5
This washer-dryer has 2 different drying programs which is less than the n. of programs of 68.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 30.2% of washer-dryers.
Eco 40-60 + Cupboard Dry Level, NonStop 1h 1kg.
Fast washing cycle duration
-
Maximum washing cycle duration
210 min
Maximum washing cycle duration
210 min
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <206 min – >239 min
The maximum washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 210 min which is more than the maximum cycle duration of 80.9% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 2.7% of washer-dryers.
Maximum combined cycle duration
485 min
Maximum combined cycle duration
485 min
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <407 min – >595 min
The maximum combined cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 485 min which is more than the maximum combined duration of 50% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 2.7% of washer-dryers.
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N. of features
13
N. of features
13
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <10 – >24
This washer-dryer has 13 advanced features, which is less than the number of features in 63.5% of washer-dryers and equal to the number in 12.2% of washer-dryers.
Foam control system
N. of downloadable programs
-
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 41% of models
This washer-dryer features a foam control system. 59.5% of washer-dryers have a foam control system.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This washer-dryer has unbalanced load detection. 94.7% of washer-dryers have this feature.
Automatic load balancing during spin
no
Automatic load balancing during spin
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This washer-dryer does not feature automatic load balancing. 38.9% of washer-dryers have automatic load balancing.
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Installation type
free-standing
Installation type
free-standing
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This washer-dryer is free-standing type. 9.5% of washer-dryers a different type.
Color
white
Color
white
â–² Better than 23% of models
This washer-dryer is white in color. 76.8%.
Display
yes
Display
yes
Category Benchmark
This washer-dryer has a display. 100% of washer-dryers have a display.
Noise-reducing design
no
Noise-reducing design
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This washer-dryer does not have a noise-reducing design. 7.4% of washer-dryers have a noise-reducing design.
Special drum design
no
Special drum design
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This washer-dryer does not have a special drum design. 47.9% of washer-dryers have a special drum design.
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Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 vs the average washer-dryer

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing & DryingFeaturesDesign
  • 1 more washing program/s
    Number of washing programs
    14
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <10 – >16
    This washer-dryer has more washing programs than the average washer-dryer (14 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, FreshScent, Spin/Drain, Rinse, Drum Clean, Anti-Allergy, Sportswear, Outdoor, Denim, NonStop 1h 1kg
    14 vs 13
  • 200 RPM higher maximum spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.4k RPM – >1.6k RPM
    This washer-dryer has a higher maximum spin speed than the average washer-dryer (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washer-dryer has a maximum spin speed of 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 2 more spin speed options
    N. of spin speeds
    7
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 – >7
    This washer-dryer offers a higher number of spin speeds than the average washer-dryer (7 vs 5). The average washer-dryer has 5 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400, 1,600 RPM
    7 vs 5
  • Has a fast cycle option
    Fast cycle option
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This washer-dryer has a fast cycle option, the average washer-dryer does not. 37.4% of washer-dryers have a fast cycle option.
    Time Dry (lets you choose drying duration based on fabric type and moisture level)
  • Has quick washing & drying
    Quick washing & drying
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washer-dryer has a quick washing & drying option, the average washer-dryer does not. 40.5% of washer-dryers have a quick washing & drying option.
    Ready-to-wear clothes in one hour with the Non-Stop 60 Minute program that washes and dries small loads in just one hour for an extraordinarily quick and efficient cycle.
  • 3 dB more silent during washing
    Washing noise level
    51 dB
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <50 dB – >61 dB
    This washer-dryer is more silent during washing than the average washer-dryer (51 dB vs 54 dB). The average washer-dryer has a washing noise level of 54 dB.
    51 dB vs 54 dB
  • Has a jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This washer-dryer has a cycle for jeans, the average washer-dryer does not. 13.2% of washer-dryers have a jeans cycle.
  • Has an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This washer-dryer has a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washer-dryer does not. 34.2% of washer-dryers have such a cycle.
  • 200 RPM higher maximum spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.4k RPM – >1.6k RPM
    This washer-dryer has a higher maximum spin speed than the average washer-dryer (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washer-dryer has a maximum spin speed of 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 2 more spin speed options
    N. of spin speeds
    7
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 – >7
    This washer-dryer offers a higher number of spin speeds than the average washer-dryer (7 vs 5). The average washer-dryer has 5 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400, 1,600 RPM
    7 vs 5
  • 3 dB more silent during washing
    Washing noise level
    51 dB
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <50 dB – >61 dB
    This washer-dryer is more silent during washing than the average washer-dryer (51 dB vs 54 dB). The average washer-dryer has a washing noise level of 54 dB.
    51 dB vs 54 dB
  • 9 L lower water consumption for combined cycles
    Water consumption per combined cycle
    70 L
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <64 L – >90 L
    This washer-dryer has a lower water consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (70 L vs 79 L). The average washer-dryer consumes 79 L per combined cycle.
    70 L vs 79 L
  • 1 L lower water consumption for washing
    Water consumption per washing cycle
    47 L
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >53 L
    This washer-dryer has a lower water consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (47 L vs 48 L). The average washer-dryer consumes 48 L per washing cycle.
    47 L vs 48 L
  • 1 more washing program/s
    Number of washing programs
    14
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <10 – >16
    This washer-dryer has more washing programs than the average washer-dryer (14 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, FreshScent, Spin/Drain, Rinse, Drum Clean, Anti-Allergy, Sportswear, Outdoor, Denim, NonStop 1h 1kg
    14 vs 13
  • Has quick washing & drying
    Quick washing & drying
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washer-dryer has a quick washing & drying option, the average washer-dryer does not. 40.5% of washer-dryers have a quick washing & drying option.
    Ready-to-wear clothes in one hour with the Non-Stop 60 Minute program that washes and dries small loads in just one hour for an extraordinarily quick and efficient cycle.
  • Has a fast cycle option
    Fast cycle option
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This washer-dryer has a fast cycle option, the average washer-dryer does not. 37.4% of washer-dryers have a fast cycle option.
    Time Dry (lets you choose drying duration based on fabric type and moisture level)
  • Has a jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This washer-dryer has a cycle for jeans, the average washer-dryer does not. 13.2% of washer-dryers have a jeans cycle.
  • Has an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This washer-dryer has a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washer-dryer does not. 34.2% of washer-dryers have such a cycle.
  • Has an allergen cycle
    Allergen cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This washer-dryer has an allergen cycle, the average washer-dryer does not. 48.9% of washer-dryers have an allergen cycle.
  • 11 min longer maximum washing cycle
    Maximum washing cycle duration
    210 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <206 min – >239 min
    The maximum washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is longer than the maximum cycle duration of the average washer-dryer (210 min vs 221 min). The maximum cycle duration of an average washer-dryer takes 221 min.
    210 min vs 221 min
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 cm
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <84 cm – >85 cm
    This washer-dryer has a lower height than the average washer-dryer (84.7 cm vs 85 cm). The average washer-dryer has a height of 85 cm.
    84.7 cm vs 85 cm
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    Width
    59.7 cm
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <59.5 cm – >60 cm
    This washer-dryer is narrower than the average washer-dryer (59.7 cm vs 60 cm). The average washer-dryer has a width of 60 cm.
    59.7 cm vs 60 cm
  • 2 fewer drying program/s
    Number of drying programs
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 – >5
    This washer-dryer has fewer drying programs than the average washer-dryer (2 vs 4). The average washer-dryer has 4 drying programs.
    Eco 40-60 + Cupboard Dry Level, NonStop 1h 1kg.
    2 vs 4
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    2 year/s
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 year/s – >20 year/s
    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
  • 50.5 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for combined cycles
    Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
    376 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <266 kWh/100 cycles – >414 kWh/100 cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (376 kWh/100 cycles vs 325.5 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 325.5 kWh/100 cycles per 100 combined cycles.
    376 kWh/100 cycles vs 325.5 kWh/100 cycles
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for washing
    Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
    63 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <47 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (63 kWh/100 cycles vs 55 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 55 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    63 kWh/100 cycles vs 55 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 kg smaller washing capacity
    Washing capacity
    8 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <8 kg – >10 kg
    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
  • 1 fewer advanced feature/s
    N. of features
    13
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <10 – >24
    This washer-dryer has fewer advanced features than the average washer-dryer (13 vs 14). The average washer-dryer has 14 advanced features.
    Foam control system
    13 vs 14
  • 4 h shorter maximum delay start
    Maximum delay start
    20 h
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washer-dryer has a shorter maximum delay start than the average washer-dryer (20 h vs 24 h). The maximum delay start of an average washer-dryer is 24 h.
    20 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have an anti-stain function
    Anti-stain function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This washer-dryer does not have an anti-stain function, the average washer-dryer does. 69.5% of washer-dryers have an anti-stain function.
  • 26.9% less popular
    Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 is less popular than the average washer-dryer (5.57 vs 7.1). The average washer-dryer has a popularity score of 7.073 points.
    5.57 vs 7.07
  • 8.9% worse value for money
    Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 has worse value for money than the average washer-dryer (6.57 vs 7.2).
    6.57 vs 7.16
  • 7.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the washer-dryer.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a washer-dryer performs in everyday use and how reliable it is according to user reviews.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700
    the average washer-dryer
    Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 has a lower user score than the average washer-dryer (7.27 vs 7.795).
    7.27 vs 7.8
  • 23.2% more expensive
    Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 is more expensive than the average washer-dryer (£690 vs £560). The average washer-dryer costs 560.000.
    £690 vs £560
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    Motor warranty
    2 year/s
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 year/s – >20 year/s
    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 washing capacity
    Washing capacity
    8 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <8 kg – >10 kg
    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
  • 1 dB louder during spinning
    Spin noise level
    76 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This washer-dryer is louder during spinning than the average washer-dryer (76 dB vs 75 dB). The average washer-dryer has a spinning noise level of 75 dB.
    76 dB vs 75 dB
  • 1 dB louder during drying
    Drying noise level
    60 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <54 dB – >64 dB
    This washer-dryer is louder during drying than the average washer-dryer (60 dB vs 59 dB). The average washer-dryer has a drying noise level of 59 dB.
    60 dB vs 59 dB
  • 50.5 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for combined cycles
    Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
    376 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <266 kWh/100 cycles – >414 kWh/100 cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (376 kWh/100 cycles vs 325.5 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 325.5 kWh/100 cycles per 100 combined cycles.
    376 kWh/100 cycles vs 325.5 kWh/100 cycles
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for washing
    Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
    63 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <47 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (63 kWh/100 cycles vs 55 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 55 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    63 kWh/100 cycles vs 55 kWh/100 cycles
  • Worse washing energy efficiency class
    Washing energy efficiency class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This washer-dryer has a worse washing energy efficiency class than the average washer-dryer (C vs B). The average washer-dryer is classified in the B washing energy efficiency rating class.
    C vs B
  • 101 kWh/year higher annual energy consumption (combined)
    Annual energy consumption (Wash & Dry)
    752 kWh/year
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <532 kWh/year – >828 kWh/year
    This washer-dryer has a higher annual energy consumption (wash & dry) than the average washer-dryer (752 kWh/year vs 651 kWh/year). The average washer-dryer consumes 651 kWh/year per year for combined cycles.
    752 kWh/year vs 651 kWh/year
  • 16 kWh/year higher annual energy consumption (wash)
    Annual energy consumption (Wash)
    126 kWh/year
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <94 kWh/year – >146 kWh/year
    This washer-dryer has a higher annual energy consumption (wash) than the average washer-dryer (126 kWh/year vs 110 kWh/year). The average washer-dryer consumes 110 kWh/year per year for washing.
    126 kWh/year vs 110 kWh/year
  • 2 fewer drying program/s
    Number of drying programs
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 – >5
    This washer-dryer has fewer drying programs than the average washer-dryer (2 vs 4). The average washer-dryer has 4 drying programs.
    Eco 40-60 + Cupboard Dry Level, NonStop 1h 1kg.
    2 vs 4
  • 4 h shorter maximum delay start
    Maximum delay start
    20 h
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washer-dryer has a shorter maximum delay start than the average washer-dryer (20 h vs 24 h). The maximum delay start of an average washer-dryer is 24 h.
    20 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have an anti-stain function
    Anti-stain function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This washer-dryer does not have an anti-stain function, the average washer-dryer does. 69.5% of washer-dryers have an anti-stain function.
  • 1 fewer advanced feature/s
    N. of features
    13
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <10 – >24
    This washer-dryer has fewer advanced features than the average washer-dryer (13 vs 14). The average washer-dryer has 14 advanced features.
    Foam control system
    13 vs 14
  • 5.6 cm larger depth
    Depth
    63.6 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <53 cm – >63.6 cm
    This washer-dryer has a larger depth than the average washer-dryer (63.6 cm vs 58 cm). The average washer-dryer has a depth of 58 cm.
    63.6 cm vs 58 cm
  • 8.7% larger volume
    Volume
    321,599.124 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <260.8k cm³ – >330.3k cm³
    This washer-dryer has a larger volume than the average washer-dryer (321599.1 cm³ vs 295800 cm³). The average washer-dryer has a volume of 295800 cm³.
    321,599.124 cm³ vs 295,800 cm³
  • 10.5 kg heavier
    Weight
    78.5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <63 kg – >81 kg
    This washer-dryer is heavier than the average washer-dryer (78.5 kg vs 68 kg). The average washer-dryer weighs 68 kg.
    78.5 kg vs 68 kg

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Verdict

The Electrolux EW7W486W PerfectCare 700 freestanding washer-dryer combines versatile eight-kilogram washing and six-kilogram condensation drying in an elegant white cabinet. Powered by an advanced inverter motor, it achieves a high-velocity 1600 RPM spin speed while generating 76 decibels during extraction. The appliance holds energy class C in washing alone with a power consumption of 63 kilowatt-hours per hundred cycles and class E in combined operations with 376 kilowatt-hours. Fabric preservation is managed by DualCare technology that customizes drum rotations and heat levels to delicate textiles. Integrated SensiCare sensors calibrate wash cycles according to real-time laundry weight to avoid over-washing. The SteamCare system with FreshScent smooths stubborn creases and refreshes garments without water waste. Featuring a 24-hour delay start, Pause and Add door functionality, and an electronic child lock, it serves modern households with reliable convenience.

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