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Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Capacity:7 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:FType:self-standingLoading type:top-loading

Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S 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.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

100%

5.8

Technical score

â–¼Worse than 92% of washing-machines
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Performance

25%

4.0

Energy efficiency

20%

6.7

Washing programs

20%

7.5

Features

10%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 92% 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
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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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Best prices

    N/A~ £350

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Performance

25%

4.0

Energy efficiency

20%

6.7

Washing programs

20%

7.5

Features

10%

6.9

Design

5.8
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
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<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
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

8.3

Price

6.5
Capacity
7 kg
Capacity
7 kg
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 7 kg, which is less than 73.7% of washing machines and equal to 16.1% of washing machines.
Drum volume
42 L
Drum volume
42 L
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 42 L drum, which is smaller than 91% of washing machines and equal to 6.2% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
C
Spin-drying efficiency class
C
â–¼ 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
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 70.6% of washing machines and equal to 22% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
â–² 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
F
Energy efficiency class
F
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
This washing machine has energy class F, which is worse than 97.1% of washing machines and the same as 2.7% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
86 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
86 kWh/100 cycles
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 86 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 96.1% of washing machines and equal to 1.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
189.2 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
189.2 kWh/year
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 189.2 kWh/year, which is higher than 95.6% of washing machines and equal to 1.2% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
47.3 £
Annual energy cost
47.3 £
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £47.3, which is higher than 95.4% of washing machines and equal to 1.2% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
42 L
Water consumption per cycle
42 L
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 42 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 83% of washing machines and equal to 4.5% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
15
N. of washing programs
15
â–² Better than 40% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 40.3% of washing machines and equal to 39.5% of washing machines.
Cotton, Cotton + Prewash, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Synthetics, Rinses, Drain + Spin, Jeans, Hygiene, Wool/Hand Wash, Delicates, Mixed & Colours 59', Quick 30', Perfect Cotton 59', Smart Touch.
N. of downloadable programs
~36
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 3 programmes under an hour, which is more than 77.8% of washing machines and equal to 14.3% of washing machines.
Coloured 59', Quick 30', Perfect Cotton 59'
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 86% of washing machines and equal to 12.7% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
208 min
ECO cycle duration
208 min
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 208 min, which is shorter than 69.6% of washing machines and equal to 7.6% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
16
N. of advanced features
16
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 16 advanced features, which is more than 69.3% of washing machines and equal to 5.2% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Memory function, Water Jet system, Smart diagnosis function, NFC connectivity, Consumption statistics, Voice control, Extra rinse function, Wash assist function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This washing machine features a foam control system. 78.9% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% of washing machines have this feature.
AutoDose (sensors detect load size and automatically adjust water and electricity usage, reducing consumption by up to 70% for half loads)
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 9% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
yes
Load balancing system
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.1% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
â–² 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
â–² 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
top-loading
Loading type
top-loading
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
This washing machine is top-loading, which is less practical than the design in 90.9% of washing machines and the same as the design in 9.1% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has 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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Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    42 L
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (42 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    42 L vs 47 L
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    Pre-mix technology
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 24.9% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    Mix Power System+
  • Includes a water jets system
    Water jets system
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 20% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 5 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    16
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (16 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Memory function, Water Jet system, Smart diagnosis function, NFC connectivity, Consumption statistics, Voice control, Extra rinse function, Wash assist function.
    16 vs 11
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 36.7% of washing machines have this feature.
    in-app function
  • Has NFC
    NFC connectivity
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine features an NFC technology, the average washing machine does not. 9.6% of washing machines have NFC technology.
    Smart Touch (allows connection of the washing machine to your smartphone via NFC)
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    Smart diagnosis function
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 41.4% of washing machines have this feature.
    Smart Check-up (monitors appliance health, provides status updates, and offers a smart guide for self-troubleshooting in case of errors or malfunctions)
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    42 L
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (42 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    42 L vs 47 L
  • 10.6% lower yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    9,240 L/year
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses less water per year than the average washing machine (9240 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    9,240 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • Includes a wash assist function
    Wash assist function
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This washing machine includes a wash assist function, which the average washing machine does not have. 29% of washing machines offer a wash assist function.
    Simply-Fi App (advises the best programs)
  • Colors cycle
    Colors cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 1 more quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    3
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    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.
    Coloured 59', Quick 30', Perfect Cotton 59'
    3 vs 2
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 48.9% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 10 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    208 min
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (208 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    208 min vs 218 min
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    Pre-mix technology
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 24.9% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    Mix Power System+
  • Includes a water jets system
    Water jets system
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 20% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 5 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    16
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (16 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Memory function, Water Jet system, Smart diagnosis function, NFC connectivity, Consumption statistics, Voice control, Extra rinse function, Wash assist function.
    16 vs 11
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 36.7% of washing machines have this feature.
    in-app function
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    Smart diagnosis function
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 41.4% of washing machines have this feature.
    Smart Check-up (monitors appliance health, provides status updates, and offers a smart guide for self-troubleshooting in case of errors or malfunctions)
  • Has NFC
    NFC connectivity
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine features an NFC technology, the average washing machine does not. 9.6% of washing machines have NFC technology.
    Smart Touch (allows connection of the washing machine to your smartphone via NFC)
  • Shows consumption statistics
    Consumption statistics
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This washing machine can shows its consumption statistics in the app, the average washing machine cannot. 30.9% of washing machines can do this.
    My Statistics (tracks frequently used wash programs and offers insights to improve washing habits)
  • Can be controlled by voice
    Voice control
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This washing machine can be controlled by voice, the average washing machine cannot. 33% of washing machines can be controlled by voice.
    Voice control via the Candy simply-Fi app with Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
  • 24.6% smaller volume
    Volume
    211,560 cm³
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (211560 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    211,560 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 16.5% lighter
    Weight
    55.5 kg
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (55.5 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    55.5 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 18.8 cm narrower
    Width
    41 cm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (41 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    41 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (F vs A).
    F vs A
  • 35 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    86 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (86 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    86 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • No inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 13.6% worse value for money
    Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.54 vs 7.4).
    6.54 vs 7.42
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • No inverter motor
    Inverter motor
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 3 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    78 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • 8 dB louder washing
    Washing noise level
    61 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is louder than the average washing machine when washing (61 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    61 dB vs 53 dB
  • 16 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    42 L
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (42 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    42 L vs 58 L
  • Less efficient spin drying
    Spin-drying efficiency class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This washing machine dries less efficiently than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 1 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    7 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • Worse noise class
    Noise emission class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (F vs A).
    F vs A
  • 35 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    86 kWh/100 cycles
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (86 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    86 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 62.3% higher energy use
    Annual energy consumption
    189.2 kWh/year
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (189.2 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 116.6 kWh/year.
    189.2 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year
  • 18.1 £ higher yearly running cost
    Annual energy cost
    47.3 £
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (47.3 £ vs 29.2 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 29.2 £.
    47.3 £ vs 29.2 £
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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 a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    Anti-Allergy cycle
    no
    â–¼ 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 an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 70.9% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    30 min
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <14 min – >30 min
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (30 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (9 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    9 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a time remaining indicator
    Time remaining indicator
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • Less capable app support
    App name
    Candy Simply-Fi
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This washing machine uses a less capable app than the average washing machine (Candy Simply-Fi vs LG ThinQâ„¢).
    Candy Simply-Fi vs LG ThinQâ„¢
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 3.5 cm deeper
    Depth
    60 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (60 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    60 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • Less practical loading
    Loading type
    top-loading
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a less practical loading design than the average washing machine (top-loading vs front-loading).
    top-loading vs front-loading
  • 1 cm higher height
    Height
    86 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    This washing machine is taller than the average washing machine (86 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    86 cm vs 85 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S

  • The 1200 RPM spin leaves clothes drier.
  • A 7 kg load fits a family wash in one go.
  • Water use is 42 L per cycle.
  • Pre-mix technology and water jets are included.
  • Three programs finish in under 1 hour.
  • A 10 year motor warranty covers the motor.

What we don't like about Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S

  • Spin noise reaches 78 dB, the loudest part of the cycle.
  • Energy use is high at 86 kWh per 100 cycles, class F.
  • There is no inverter motor.
  • The delay start only goes up to 9 h.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle and no time remaining indicator.

Verdict

The Candy Smart CST 27LE/1-S top-loading washing machine solves spatial dilemmas for narrow domestic quarters, boasting a space-conscious forty-one-centimeter width cabinet while packing an impressive 7-kilogram laundry capacity. Loading and unloading bulky loads are made completely effortless thanks to the Gentle Touch Soft-Opening door system, preventing abrupt lid recoil through calibrated dampening. Equipped with convenient NFC connectivity, the machine pairs with the Candy simply-Fi mobile app, granting instant access to smart diagnostic checks, customized cycle recommendations, and downloadable washing presets. Fifteen integrated wash programs include three dedicated rapid cycles under sixty minutes, highlighted by a thirty-minute daily express run. Consuming forty-two liters of water per cycle and spinning up to 1200 RPM, it features pre-mix water jets, pause and add flexibility, and foam control, offering exceptional ergonomic ease and smart connectivity for tight laundry areas.

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