10 best Candy 8 kg washing machines (22+ compared)

Candy's 8 kg washing machines are available in several series, including Candy Smart, Candy Smart Inverter, Candy Smart Pro, Candy Smart Pro Inverter, Candy RapidÓ, Candy RapidÓ PRO, and Candy GrandÓvita Slim.

An 8 kg Candy washing machine costs between £260 and £510, with an average price of around £290. This makes Candy one of the cheapest brand for 8 kg washing machines. In comparison, the average price for an 8 kg washing machine across all brands is £380.

In terms of value for money, Candy's 8 kg washing machines scored 8 points for value for money, ranking at position #2 out of 19 brands in this classification.

The following chart shows how the price is distributed among 8 kg Candy washing machines.

When choosing the best 8 kg Candy washing machine, consider energy consumption, water use, spin-drying efficiency, noisiness, motor type, washing programs, features, drum volume, and dimensions.

Front load or top load: which type of 8 kg Candy washing machine is better?

Loading types for 8 kg Candy washing machines are broken down in the following chart.

How energy-efficient are 8 kg Candy washing machines?

8 kg Candy washing machines have an energy class ranging from A to F (A to D for front-load, F for top-load) and consume between 47 kWh and 91 kWh per 100 cycles. On average, they use about 82 kWh per 100 cycles, which ranks them at position #22 among 14 washing machine brands. However, this is largely due to the presence of many top-load models that are generally less energy-efficient.

When considering only front-load models, these washing machines consume around 60 kWh per 100 cycles, placing them at position #8 out of 14. For comparison, the average 8 kg washing machine uses about 55 kWh.

All 8 kg Candy washing machines use about 44 litres of water per cycle, which is 2 litres less than the average of other 8 kg washing machines.

Energy class distribution for 8 kg Candy washing machines is presented in the following chart.

What is the spin-drying efficiency of 8 kg Candy washing machines?

All Candy washing machines with a capacity of 8 kg have a spin efficiency class B. 85% of all washing machines on the market fall into class B.

Spin-drying efficiency correlates with the machine's maximum spin speed. 8 kg Candy washing machines have a maximum spin speed of either 1200 or 1400 RPM, with about half of these washing machines reaching 1400 RPM. A higher spin speed reduces the moisture content after washing, which is beneficial when drying clothes quickly or when energy efficiency is a priority.

All 8 kg Candy washing machines have a minimum spin speed of 400 RPM, which is suitable for delicate fabrics like wool.

How loud are 8 kg Candy washing machines?

8 kg Candy washing machines produce a spin noise level ranging from 74 to 81 dB, with an average of 78.5 dB. This is about 4.5 dB louder than the average 8 kg washing machine. The spin noise level is the loudest part of the washing process, so it is the most significant measure of noisiness.

Noise emission classes for these washing machines range from B to D. Specifically, 23% of 8 kg Candy washing machines fall into noise emission class B (73-76 dB), 50% into class C (77-80 dB), and 9% into class D (above 80 dB).

During the washing phase, 8 kg Candy washing machines produce a noise level between 48 and 61 dB, with an average of 51 dB (2 dB lower than the market average of 53 dB).

How many washing programs do 8 kg Candy washing machines have?

8 kg Candy washing machines have 15 preset washing programs. However, you can access up to 60 washing programs through the Candy simply-Fi app, which is the highest among all brands.

Common washing programs on these washing machines include Shirts, Cottons, Cottons + Prewash, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Synthetics, Jeans, Hygiene/Hygiene Plus 59', Wool/Hand Wash, Delicates/Delicates 59', Mixed & Coloured 59', Rapid 14', 30', 44', Perfect Cotton 59', Sport Plus 39', and Special 49'.

8 kg Candy washing machines have 3 or 7 fast cycles under 1 hour, including Hygiene Plus 59', Delicates 59', Sport Plus 39', Mixed & Coloured 59', Rapid 14', 30', 44', Perfect Cotton 59', and Special 49'. The fastest cycle lasts 14 minutes.

Candy washing machines with 8 kg capacity also include functions such as Easy Iron, Prewash, Extra-Rinse, AquaPlus, Hygiene +, Stain Level, and Night & Day. However, they do not include the Rinse-Hold or Extra-fast functions, which are common in other 8 kg washing machines.

What features do 8 kg Candy washing machines include?

8 kg Candy washing machines usually include around 15 features, which is about 5 more than the market average of 10 features. Common features across almost all models include a laundry detection system (KG Mode), foam control system, load balancing system, and Acqua stop.

Most models also feature Pre-mix technology (Mix Power System+), a self-cleaning function, a memory function, smart diagnosis, and NFC connectivity controlled through the Candy simply-Fi app. Some advanced models also include steam technology and Wi-Fi connectivity, which can be controlled with the hOn or Candy simply-Fi app. A few models even feature a Speed-Drive inverter motor.

However, none of the 8 kg Candy washing machines come with an automatic dosing system, automatic drawer cleaning or AI technology.

What is the drum volume of 8 kg Candy washing machines?

The drum volume in 8 kg Candy washing machines ranges from 46 to 58 liters. Top-load models have a 46-liter drum, while front-load models have a 58-liter drum. On average, these washing machines have a drum volume of 52 liters, which is lower than the market average of 55 liters.

8 kg Candy washing machines take up approximately 0.23 m³ of space (about 18% less than the market average of 0.28 m³ for other 8 kg washing machines). The smaller footprint is largely due to the fact that more models have top-loading, which generally takes up less space.

The depth of 8 kg Candy washing machines varies between 52 and 60 cm, so there are no slim models available. The width is approximately 60 cm for front-load models and 41 cm for top-load models, consistent with market standards.