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LG FWY385WWLN1 review: 104 specs compared

Avg. price:~£560Washing capacity:8 kgDrying capacity:4 kgDrying technology:condenserWashing energy efficiency class:ACombined energy efficiency class:E

LG FWY385WWLN1 Review: Compare 104 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washer-dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

75%

7.0

Technical score

25%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 59% of washer dryers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 53%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

25%

7.4

Performance

25%

7.9

Energy efficiency

25%

5.2

Programs

20%

7.3

Features

5%

7.9

Design

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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~ £560
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Technical Specifications of washer-dryer LG FWY385WWLN1

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

25%

7.4

Performance

25%

7.9

Energy efficiency

25%

5.2

Programs

20%

7.3

Features

5%

7.9

Design

7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

7.3
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
4 kg
Market range: <5 kg – >7 kg
This washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 4 kg which is smaller than the capacity of 93.8% of washer-dryers and equal to the capacity of 6.2% 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
1,200 RPM
Market range: <1.4k RPM – >1.6k RPM
The maximum spin speed of this washer-dryer is 1,200 RPM which is lower than the maximum spin speed of 94.4% of washer-dryers and equal to the maximum spin speed of 4.9% 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
E
This washer-dryer has E combined energy efficiency class which is worse than the combined energy efficiency of 57.1% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 39.9% of washer-dryers.
Energy consumption per 100 washing cycles
42 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 42 kWh/100 cycles which is lower than the energy consumption of 91.9% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 1.5% of washer-dryers.
Energy consumption per 100 combined cycles
326 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <266 kWh/100 cycles – >414 kWh/100 cycles
This washer-dryer has an energy consumption per 100 combined cycles of 326 kWh/100 cycles which is higher than the energy consumption of 57.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 11.2% of washer-dryers.
Water consumption per washing cycle
48 L
Market range: <41 L – >53 L
This washer-dryer has a water consumption per washing cycle of 48 L which is lower than the water consumption of 44.5% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 13.6% of washer-dryers.
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Number of washing programs
12
Market range: <10 – >16
This washer-dryer has 12 different washing programs which is less than the n. of programs of 74.7% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 7.9% of washer-dryers.
Number of drying programs
2
Market range: <2 – >5
This washer-dryer has 2 different drying programs which is less than the n. of programs of 68.8% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 27.7% of washer-dryers.
Fast washing cycle duration
39 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
The fast washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 39 min which is more than the fast cycle duration of 95.5% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 3% of washer-dryers.
Maximum washing cycle duration
218 min
Market range: <206 min – >239 min
The maximum washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 218 min which is more than the maximum cycle duration of 57.9% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 18.3% of washer-dryers.
Maximum combined cycle duration
460 min
Market range: <407 min – >595 min
The maximum combined cycle duration of this washer-dryer is 460 min which is more than the maximum combined duration of 72.3% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 3.5% of washer-dryers.
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N. of features
?
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >60
This washer-dryer has 0 downloadable programs which is less than the n. of programs of 27% of washer-dryers and equal to that of 73% of washer-dryers.
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
free-standing
This washer-dryer is a free-standing model, which is less integrated than 10.7% of washer-dryers and as integrated as 89.3% 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
yes
This washer-dryer has a special drum design. 53.1% of washer-dryers have a special drum design.
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LG FWY385WWLN1 vs the average washer-dryer

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyProgramsFeaturesDesign
  • 9 kWh/100 cycles lower energy consumption for washing
    This washer-dryer has a lower energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 51 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 3 dB more silent during spinning
    This washer-dryer is more silent during spinning than the average washer-dryer (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washer-dryer has a spinning noise level of 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • Uses AI technology
    This washer-dryer uses AI technology, the average washer-dryer does not. 19.7% of washer-dryers use AI technology.
  • Has a fast cycle option
    This washer-dryer has a fast cycle option, the average washer-dryer does not. 48.7% of washer-dryers have a fast cycle option.
  • 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 smart diagnosis
    This washer-dryer can self-diagnose its problems, the average washer-dryer cannot. 44.1% of washer-dryers have this feature.
  • 16.2% smaller volume
    This washer-dryer has a smaller volume than the average washer-dryer (242,250 cm³ vs 288,990 cm³). The average washer-dryer has a volume of 288,990.0 cm³.
    242,250.0 cm³ vs 288,990.0 cm³
  • 3 dB more silent during spinning
    This washer-dryer is more silent during spinning than the average washer-dryer (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washer-dryer has a spinning noise level of 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • 9 kWh/100 cycles lower energy consumption for washing
    This washer-dryer has a lower energy consumption for washing than the average washer-dryer (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 51 kWh/100 cycles per 100 washing cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 19 kWh/year lower annual energy consumption (wash)
    This washer-dryer has a lower annual energy consumption (wash) than the average washer-dryer (84 kWh/year vs 103 kWh/year). The average washer-dryer consumes 103 kWh/year per year for washing.
    84 kWh/year vs 103 kWh/year
  • Has a fast cycle option
    This washer-dryer has a fast cycle option, the average washer-dryer does not. 48.7% of washer-dryers have a fast cycle option.
  • 40 min longer maximum combined cycle
    The maximum combined cycle duration of this washer-dryer is longer than the maximum combined duration of the average washer-dryer (460 min vs 500 min). The maximum combined cycle duration of an average washer-dryer takes 500 min.
    460 min vs 500 min
  • Uses AI technology
    This washer-dryer uses AI technology, the average washer-dryer does not. 19.7% of washer-dryers use AI 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 smart diagnosis
    This washer-dryer can self-diagnose its problems, the average washer-dryer cannot. 44.1% of washer-dryers have this feature.
  • 16.2% smaller volume
    This washer-dryer has a smaller volume than the average washer-dryer (242,250 cm³ vs 288,990 cm³). The average washer-dryer has a volume of 288,990.0 cm³.
    242,250.0 cm³ vs 288,990.0 cm³
  • 10 cm smaller depth
    This washer-dryer has a smaller depth than the average washer-dryer (47.5 cm vs 57.5 cm). The average washer-dryer has a depth of 57.5 cm.
    47.5 cm vs 57.5 cm
  • 3 kg lighter
    This washer-dryer is lighter than the average washer-dryer (65 kg vs 68 kg). The average washer-dryer weighs 68 kg.
    65 kg vs 68 kg
  • 2 kg smaller drying capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller drying capacity than the average washer-dryer (4 kg vs 6 kg). The average washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 6 kg.
    4 kg vs 6 kg
  • 1 fewer drying program/s
    This washer-dryer has fewer drying programs than the average washer-dryer (2 vs 3). The average washer-dryer has 3 drying programs.
    2 vs 3
  • 1 fewer washing program/s
    This washer-dryer has fewer washing programs than the average washer-dryer (12 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    12 vs 13
  • Worse combined energy efficiency
    This washer-dryer has a worse combined energy efficiency class than the average washer-dryer (E vs D). The average washer-dryer is classified in the D combined energy efficiency rating class.
    E vs D
  • 18 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for combined cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (326 kWh/100 cycles vs 308 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 308 kWh/100 cycles per 100 combined cycles.
    326 kWh/100 cycles vs 308 kWh/100 cycles
  • 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
  • 5 h shorter maximum delay start
    This washer-dryer has a shorter maximum delay start than the average washer-dryer (19 h vs 24 h). The maximum delay start of an average washer-dryer is 24 h.
    19 h vs 24 h
  • 200 RPM lower maximum spin speed
    This washer-dryer has a lower maximum spin speed than the average washer-dryer (1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM). The average washer-dryer has a maximum spin speed of 1,400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 2 kg smaller drying capacity
    This washer-dryer has a smaller drying capacity than the average washer-dryer (4 kg vs 6 kg). The average washer-dryer has a drying capacity of 6 kg.
    4 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
  • 200 RPM lower maximum spin speed
    This washer-dryer has a lower maximum spin speed than the average washer-dryer (1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM). The average washer-dryer has a maximum spin speed of 1,400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • Worse combined energy efficiency
    This washer-dryer has a worse combined energy efficiency class than the average washer-dryer (E vs D). The average washer-dryer is classified in the D combined energy efficiency rating class.
    E vs D
  • 18 kWh/100 cycles higher energy consumption for combined cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher energy consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (326 kWh/100 cycles vs 308 kWh/100 cycles). The average washer-dryer consumes 308 kWh/100 cycles per 100 combined cycles.
    326 kWh/100 cycles vs 308 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 L higher water consumption for combined cycles
    This washer-dryer has a higher water consumption for combined cycles than the average washer-dryer (80 L vs 79 L). The average washer-dryer consumes 79 L per combined cycle.
    80 L vs 79 L
  • 1 fewer drying program/s
    This washer-dryer has fewer drying programs than the average washer-dryer (2 vs 3). The average washer-dryer has 3 drying programs.
    2 vs 3
  • 1 fewer washing program/s
    This washer-dryer has fewer washing programs than the average washer-dryer (12 vs 13). The average washer-dryer has 13 washing programs.
    12 vs 13
  • 5 h shorter maximum delay start
    This washer-dryer has a shorter maximum delay start than the average washer-dryer (19 h vs 24 h). The maximum delay start of an average washer-dryer is 24 h.
    19 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have an anti-stain function
    This washer-dryer does not have an anti-stain function, the average washer-dryer does. 67.3% of washer-dryers have an anti-stain function.
  • No refresh cycle
    This washer-dryer does not have a refresh cycle, the average washer-dryer does. 76.8% of washer-dryers have a refresh cycle.
  • 24 min longer fast washing cycle
    The fast washing cycle duration of this washer-dryer is longer than the fast cycle duration of the average washer-dryer (39 min vs 15 min). The fast cycle duration of an average washer-dryer takes 15 min.
    39 min vs 15 min

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG FWY385WWLN1

  • Its 47.5 cm depth fits into shallow spaces.
  • Energy use is 42 kWh per 100 washing cycles.
  • The 8 kg washing capacity takes a full load.
  • AI sensing picks the wash pattern from fabric weight and softness.
  • Steam helps reduce allergens in clothes.
  • The Direct Drive motor gives a large capacity in a reduced depth.

What customers don't like about LG FWY385WWLN1

  • Drying takes only 4 kg.
  • The spin tops out at 1200 RPM.
  • A fast wash takes 39 min.
  • The combined wash and dry is rated class E.
  • AI sensing is off when steam is on.

Verdict

At 47.5 cm deep, the LG FWY385WWLN1 can sit under a counter or in a narrow utility space. It washes 8 kg, and its AI control picks a wash pattern from the weight and softness of the fabric. The Direct Drive motor is what keeps the capacity large in a reduced depth. Energy use is good for a wash, at 42 kWh per 100 cycles, and the spin runs at 71 dB. Steam helps reduce allergens in clothes, but the AI sensing is switched off when steam is chosen. The trade-off is drying: it takes only 4 kg, and the spin tops out at 1200 RPM. It suits a flat or kitchen where space is tight and a buyer who dries little.

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