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Akai AQUA6044S Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Capacity:6 kgMaximum spin speed:1000 RPMEnergy efficiency class:EType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Akai AQUA6044S Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

5.3

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the washing machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best washing machines on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

100%

5.3

Technical score

▼Worse than 98% of washing-machines
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the washing machine's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washing machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

25%

4.4

Performance

25%

5.0

Energy efficiency

20%

6.2

Washing programs

20%

5.2

Features

10%

6.8

Design

▼Worse than 98% of washing-machines
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Review score

Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Too few models in this category have enough reviews yet, so reviews are shown but do not count in the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its overall score is our technical score alone.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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    N/A~ £220

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Akai AQUA6044S

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the washing machine's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washing machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

4.4

Performance

25%

5.0

Energy efficiency

20%

6.2

Washing programs

20%

5.2

Features

10%

6.8

Design

5.3
Review score
Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Too few models in this category have enough reviews yet, so reviews are shown but do not count in the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its overall score is our technical score alone.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the washing machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Akai AQUA6044S has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the washing machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a washing machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

5.3

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

6.5
Capacity
6 kg
Capacity
6 kg
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 6 kg, which is less than 90.3% of washing machines and equal to 7.5% of washing machines.
Drum volume
40 L
Drum volume
40 L
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 40 L drum, which is smaller than 97.9% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
C
Spin-drying efficiency class
C
▼ Worse than 90% of models
This washing machine has spin-drying class C, which is less efficient than in 89.7% of washing machines and the same as in 9.7% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,000 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,000 RPM
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,000 RPM, which is slower than 93.8% of washing machines and equal to 6.1% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
▲ Better than 29% of models
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 28.9% of washing machines and equal to 70.6% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
E
Energy efficiency class
E
▼ Worse than 92% of models
This washing machine has energy class E, which is worse than 92.4% of washing machines and the same as 4.6% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
73 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
73 kWh/100 cycles
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 73 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 87.6% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
160.6 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
160.6 kWh/year
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 160.6 kWh/year, which is higher than 86.1% of washing machines and equal to 2.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
40.2 £
Annual energy cost
40.2 £
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £40.2, which is higher than 85.7% of washing machines and equal to 2.7% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
43 L
Water consumption per cycle
43 L
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 43 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 76.3% of washing machines and equal to 6.6% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
16
N. of washing programs
16
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 16 wash programmes, which is more than 79.9% of washing machines and equal to 13.6% of washing machines.
Quick 15', Quick 42', Sports, Drum Clean, Spin, Synthetic, Rinse + Spin, Cotton, Mixed, Eco 40-60, Gentle, Duvet, Underwear, Baby Care, Wool, Duvet
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
▼ Worse than 9% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.4% of washing machines and equal to 90.6% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
▲ Better than 43% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.5% of washing machines and equal to 35.1% of washing machines.
Quick 15', Quick 42'
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
▼ Worse than 31% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 15 min, which is shorter than 24.5% of washing machines and equal to 44.3% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
198 min
ECO cycle duration
198 min
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 198 min, which is shorter than 88.8% of washing machines and equal to 1.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
5
N. of advanced features
5
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 5 advanced features, which is fewer than 94.4% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add.
Foam control system
no
Foam control system
no
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This washing machine does not feature a foam control system. 78.9% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
▲ Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
no
Unbalanced load detection
no
▼ Worse than 91% of models
This washing machine does not have unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
▼ Worse than 46% of models
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.1% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
▲ Better than 13% of models
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 12.8% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 87.2% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
Type
self-standing
▲ Better than 3% of models
This washing machine is self-standing, which is more flexible to place than the type in 3.2% of washing machines and the same as the type in 96.8% of washing machines.
Loading type
front-loading
Loading type
front-loading
▲ Better than 9% of models
This washing machine is front-loading, which is more practical than the design in 9.3% of washing machines and the same as the design in 90.8% of washing machines.
Display
no
Display
no
▼ Worse than 96% of models
This washing machine does not have a display. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.6% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Akai AQUA6044S vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Quick 15', Quick 42', Sports, Drum Clean, Spin, Synthetic, Rinse + Spin, Cotton, Mixed, Eco 40-60, Gentle, Duvet, Underwear, Baby Care, Wool, Duvet
    16 vs 15
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • 4 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    43 L
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (43 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    43 L vs 47 L
  • 21.8% lighter
    Weight
    52 kg
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (52 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    52 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 20.7% smaller volume
    Volume
    222,530 cm³
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (222530 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    222,530 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • Baby-care cycle
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 41.9% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 12.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    44 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (44 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    44 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 20 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    198 min
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (198 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    198 min vs 218 min
  • 90.9% cheaper
    Akai AQUA6044S is cheaper than the average washing machine (£220 vs £420).
    £220 vs £420
  • 1 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    74 dB
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (74 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    74 dB vs 75 dB
  • 4 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    43 L
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (43 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    43 L vs 47 L
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Quick 15', Quick 42', Sports, Drum Clean, Spin, Synthetic, Rinse + Spin, Cotton, Mixed, Eco 40-60, Gentle, Duvet, Underwear, Baby Care, Wool, Duvet
    16 vs 15
  • Baby-care cycle
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 41.9% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 20 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    198 min
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (198 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    198 min vs 218 min
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • 21.8% lighter
    Weight
    52 kg
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (52 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    52 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 20.7% smaller volume
    Volume
    222,530 cm³
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (222530 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    222,530 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 12.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    44 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (44 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    44 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    Width
    59.5 cm
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    E
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (E vs A).
    E vs A
  • 22 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    73 kWh/100 cycles
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (73 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    73 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 400 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,000 RPM
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1000 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,000 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • No inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    no
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 78.2% of washing machines offer this.
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 54.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Does not have a fast function
    Fast function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 50.5% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • 6 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    5
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (5 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add.
    5 vs 11
  • 13.4% worse value for money
    Akai AQUA6044S has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.54 vs 7.4).
    6.54 vs 7.42
  • 400 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,000 RPM
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1000 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,000 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • No inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    no
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 78.2% of washing machines offer this.
  • 18 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    40 L
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (40 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    40 L vs 58 L
  • 7 dB louder washing
    Washing noise level
    60 dB
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is louder than the average washing machine when washing (60 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    60 dB vs 53 dB
  • 2 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    6 kg
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (6 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    6 kg vs 8 kg
  • Less efficient spin drying
    Spin-drying efficiency class
    C
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This washing machine dries less efficiently than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 1 fewer spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    3
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <4 – >6
    This washing machine has fewer spin speeds than the average washing machine (3 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 800, 1,000 RPM
    3 vs 4
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    E
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (E vs A).
    E vs A
  • 22 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    73 kWh/100 cycles
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (73 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    73 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 37.7% higher energy use
    Annual energy consumption
    160.6 kWh/year
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (160.6 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 116.6 kWh/year.
    160.6 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year
  • 11 £ higher yearly running cost
    Annual energy cost
    40.2 £
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (40.2 £ vs 29.2 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 29.2 £.
    40.2 £ vs 29.2 £
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have a fast function
    Fast function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 50.5% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 68.4% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an anti-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 67.7% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 83% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 2 fewer temperature settings
    N. of temperature settings
    4
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <5 – >6
    This washing machine offers fewer temperature settings than the average washing machine (4 vs 6). The average washing machine offers 6 temperature settings.
    20°, 40°, 60°, 90°
    4 vs 6
  • Does not have a hygiene cycle
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 60.6% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    Anti-Allergy cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 60.7% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have a cold wash setting
    Cold wash
    no
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    This washing machine does not provide a cold wash option, which the average washing machine has. 93.4% of washing machines include a cold wash option.
  • 6 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    5
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (5 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add.
    5 vs 11
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    Foam control system
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 78.9% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 6 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    18 h
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (18 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    18 h vs 24 h
  • No unbalanced load detection
    Unbalanced load detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    This washing machine does not have an unbalanced load detection system, which the average washing machine has. 90.7% of washing machines feature unbalanced load detection.
  • Does not have a time remaining indicator
    Time remaining indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This washing machine does not have a time remaining indicator, the average washing machine does. 93.3% of washing machines have a time remaining indicator.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 54.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Does not have a display
    Display
    no
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This washing machine does not have a display, the average washing machine does. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.

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What we like about Akai AQUA6044S

  • 16 washing programs cover most everyday fabrics.
  • At 44 cm deep, it fits into a narrow space.
  • Water use of 43 L per cycle is modest for a full load.
  • AquaStop protects the floor from hose leaks.
  • The laundry detection system adjusts the wash to the load.
  • The self-cleaning function helps keep the drum fresh.

What we don't like about Akai AQUA6044S

  • The spin reaches 1000 RPM with three speeds, so clothes come out wetter.
  • It holds only 6 kg, so a big wash needs two runs.
  • It uses 73 kWh per 100 cycles, which is high for everyday washing.
  • Washing noise reaches 60 dB, which is clearly audible in a small flat.
  • There is no display, so you cannot see what program is running.

Verdict

The Akai AQUA6044S front-loading washing machine is a practical slim-depth appliance engineered specifically for tight domestic spaces, measuring an ultra-shallow forty-four centimeters in depth to fit effortlessly into narrow hallways and secondary bathrooms. Despite its compact footprint, it hosts a capable six-kilogram laundry drum and a dependable 1000 RPM spin extractor that cleans essential weekly garments thoroughly. It operates at an acoustically disciplined 74 dB in Class B emissions, ensuring modest noise disturbance throughout the home. A versatile selector dial provides access to sixteen tailored washing programs, incorporating specialized options for baby clothing, bulky duvets, sportswear, and a rapid fifteen-minute express cycle for urgently needed outfits. Featuring AquaStop leak prevention, automated drum self-cleaning, and Pause & Add convenience, this slim Akai model delivers accessible, space-conscious, and reliable laundry performance for modest households.

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