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Balay 3TS982BD review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£550Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:CType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Balay 3TS982BD Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Balay 3TS982BD
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 70%, User score 25%, List score 5%
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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

5%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 75% of washing machines
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

▼Worse than 85%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

25%

6.2

Performance

25%

7.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.0

Washing programs

20%

7.0

Features

10%

8.1

Design

▼Worse than 76%
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User score

User score
7.9/ 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 7.9, 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 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 5% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £550
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Balay 3TS982BD

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

25%

6.2

Performance

25%

7.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.0

Washing programs

20%

7.0

Features

10%

8.1

Design

6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

7.0
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 27.3% of washing machines and equal to 26.3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
63 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 63 L drum, which is larger than 67.8% of washing machines and equal to 3.2% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 9.6% of washing machines and the same as in 84.2% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 71.2% of washing machines and equal to 22.2% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
800 RPM
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 800 RPM, which is higher than 88.7% of washing machines and equal to 11.3% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
C
This washing machine has energy class C, which is worse than 74% of washing machines and the same as 8.4% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
62 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 62 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 75.3% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
136.4 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 136.4 kWh/year, which is higher than 75.2% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
34.1 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £34.1, which is higher than 74.7% of washing machines and equal to 2.4% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
43 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 43 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 76% of washing machines and equal to 7.6% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
15
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 39.5% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Cotton, Coloured Cotton, Eco 40-60, Synthetics, Quick/Mixed, Gentle, Wool, Rinse, Spin & Drain, Automatic, Gentle Automatic, Dark Clothes, Drum Clean, Shirts, Super Quick 15/30 min
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.1% of washing machines and equal to 90.9% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 3 programmes under an hour, which is more than 79.5% of washing machines and equal to 13.4% of washing machines.
Super Quick 15 min, Wool, Quick/Cotton, Quick/Mixed
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
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 45.3% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
209 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 209 min, which is shorter than 69.2% of washing machines and equal to 0.5% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
12
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 12 advanced features, which is more than 49.1% of washing machines and equal to 7% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Automatic dosing system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features a foam control system. 79.8% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 93% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 92.5% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
yes
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.2% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
3G Unbalance Control (corrects load imbalances and keeps the load centered)
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Color
white
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 14.2% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 85.8% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
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
This washing machine is front-loading, which is more practical than the design in 8.9% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91.1% of washing machines.
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
LED display
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Balay 3TS982BD vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.2% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Anti-vibration side panels
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • 4 L less water per cycle
    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
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    3G Unbalance Control (corrects load imbalances and keeps the load centered)
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.7% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 36% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 1 more quick programmes
    This washing machine offers more quick programmes than the average washing machine (3 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Super Quick 15 min, Wool, Quick/Cotton, Quick/Mixed
    3 vs 2
  • 4 dB quieter washing
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (49 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    49 dB vs 53 dB
  • Better noise class
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 dB
  • 5 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (63 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    63 L vs 58 L
  • 4 L less water per cycle
    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
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 36% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 1 more quick programmes
    This washing machine offers more quick programmes than the average washing machine (3 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Super Quick 15 min, Wool, Quick/Cotton, Quick/Mixed
    3 vs 2
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 46.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 9 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (209 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    209 min vs 218 min
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.2% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    3G Unbalance Control (corrects load imbalances and keeps the load centered)
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.7% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Anti-vibration side panels
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.5 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.5 cm vs 85 cm
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (C vs A).
    C vs A
  • No inverter motor
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 82.4% of washing machines offer this.
  • 12 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (62 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    62 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Does not have a steam technology
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 67.6% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 86.2% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 7.7% worse value for money
    Balay 3TS982BD has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.05 vs 7.6).
    7.05 vs 7.59
  • 34.2% more expensive
    Balay 3TS982BD is more expensive than the average washing machine (£550 vs £410).
    £550 vs £410
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • No inverter motor
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 82.4% of washing machines offer this.
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • 1 fewer spin speeds
    This washing machine has fewer spin speeds than the average washing machine (3 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    800, 1,000, 1,200 RPM
    3 vs 4
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (C vs A).
    C vs A
  • 12 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (62 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    62 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 22.8% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (136.4 kWh/year vs 111.1 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 111.1 kWh/year.
    136.4 kWh/year vs 111.1 kWh/year
  • 6 £ higher yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (34.1 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    34.1 £ vs 28.1 £
  • Does not have a steam technology
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 67.6% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 86.2% of washing machines feature such function.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 54.7% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 65.1% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have a hygiene cycle
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.3% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 6% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (71 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    71 kg vs 67 kg
  • 6.3% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59 cm vs 56.5 cm

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What customers like about Balay 3TS982BD

  • Washing noise is only 49 dB.
  • Water use is 43 L per cycle, which is low.
  • Automatic dosing takes the guesswork out of detergent.
  • Self-cleaning keeps the drum fresher between washes.
  • Three programs finish in under an hour.
  • A 63 L drum holds an 8 kg load easily.

What customers don't like about Balay 3TS982BD

  • There is no inverter motor.
  • There is no extra rinse option.
  • Spin choices are limited: three speeds, with the lowest at 800 RPM.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle.
  • There is no anti-stain function.

Verdict

The Balay 3TS982BD is a practical front-loading washing machine designed to simplify domestic routines through intelligent automation. Its standout capability is the integrated AutoDosing system, which automatically dispenses the precise volume of liquid detergent and fabric softener required for each wash, preventing costly overdosing while protecting garments from soap residue. Offering an eight-kilogram capacity, a 63-liter drum, and a gentle 1200 RPM spin speed, it performs with exceptional quietness, producing just 72 decibels during spin cycles. The machine features fifteen versatile wash programs, including three rapid cycles under an hour and an express fifteen-minute refresh. Equipped with anti-vibration side panels, an AquaStop total leak protection system, and an efficient motor covered by a ten-year warranty, this model provides seamless convenience, whisper-soft household operation, and foolproof chemical dispensing.

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