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Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:integratedLoading type:front-loading

Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME 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.

7.9

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

100%

7.9

Technical score

â–²Better than 62% of washing-machines
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
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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–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

9.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

7.3

Design

â–²Better than 62% of washing-machines
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Review score

Review score
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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.
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Score distribution
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 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–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

9.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

7.3

Design

7.9
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
8.9/ 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
★ Better than 96% of models
Popularity:
Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 96.2% of washing machines.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

6.8

Price

7.6
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 26.6% of washing machines and equal to 27% of washing machines.
Drum volume
58 L
Drum volume
58 L
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 58 L drum, which is larger than 41.6% of washing machines and equal to 11.1% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
â–² Better than 10% of models
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 10.5% of washing machines and the same as in 83.8% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
â–² Better than 32% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.5% of washing machines and equal to 63.2% 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
A
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 46% of models
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 45.8% of washing machines and the same as 54.2% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
47 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
47 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 47 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 72.8% of washing machines and equal to 9.6% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
103.4 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
103.4 kWh/year
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 103.4 kWh/year, which is lower than 77.7% of washing machines and equal to 9.8% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
25.9 £
Annual energy cost
25.9 £
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £25.9, which is lower than 77.9% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
44 L
Water consumption per cycle
44 L
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 44 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 68.8% of washing machines and equal to 7.4% 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.
Shirts, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Jeans, Wool/Hand Wash, Synthetics, Rinse, Drain & Spin, Delicates 59', Sport Plus 39', Hygiene Plus 59', Quick 14' 30' 44', Mixed & Coloured 59', Perfect Cotton 59', Special 49'
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
â–¼ 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
7
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
7
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 7 programmes under an hour, which is more than 95% of washing machines and equal to 4.2% of washing machines.
Gentle 59', Sport Plus 39', Hygiene Plus 59', Quick 14' 30' 44', Mixed & Coloured 59', Perfect Cotton 59', Special 49'
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 14 min, which is shorter than 69% of washing machines and equal to 30.4% of washing machines.
Quick 14'
ECO cycle duration
218 min
ECO cycle duration
218 min
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 218 min, which is shorter than 46% of washing machines and equal to 14.3% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
11
N. of advanced features
11
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 11 advanced features, which is more than 42.6% of washing machines and equal to 11% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Pause & Add, Water Jet system, Water+ function, Night/Silent option, Stain removal 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.
KG Detector (uses sensors to adjust water and electricity, saving 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
integrated
Type
integrated
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
This washing machine is integrated, which is less flexible to place than the type in 97% of washing machines and the same as the type in 3% of washing machines.
Loading type
front-loading
Loading type
front-loading
â–² 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
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 Inverter CBW 48TWME vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    47 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (47 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    47 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 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.
    Quick&Clean (sprays concentrated water-detergent mixture into drum with high pressure, penetrating deep into fabric fibers)
  • 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 quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    7
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This washing machine offers more quick programmes than the average washing machine (7 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Gentle 59', Sport Plus 39', Hygiene Plus 59', Quick 14' 30' 44', Mixed & Coloured 59', Perfect Cotton 59', Special 49'
    7 vs 2
  • Water+ feature
    Water+ function
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 9.3% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
    AquaPlus
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 24.5% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
    Night & Day Button (reduces spin speed to 400 RPM, increases rinse water, and soaks laundry to spread fibers)
  • 5 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    48 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (48 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    48 dB vs 53 dB
  • 8.86x more popular
    Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME is more popular than the average washing machine (8.86 vs 1).
    8.86 vs 1
  • 5 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    48 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (48 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    48 dB vs 53 dB
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    47 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (47 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    47 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 3 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    44 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (44 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    44 L vs 47 L
  • 5 more quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    7
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This washing machine offers more quick programmes than the average washing machine (7 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Gentle 59', Sport Plus 39', Hygiene Plus 59', Quick 14' 30' 44', Mixed & Coloured 59', Perfect Cotton 59', Special 49'
    7 vs 2
  • Water+ feature
    Water+ function
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 9.3% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
    AquaPlus
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 24.5% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
    Night & Day Button (reduces spin speed to 400 RPM, increases rinse water, and soaks laundry to spread fibers)
  • 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.
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 45.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 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.
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 min
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <14 min – >30 min
    This washing machine has a shorter fastest cycle than the average washing machine (14 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    Quick 14'
    14 min vs 15 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.
    Quick&Clean (sprays concentrated water-detergent mixture into drum with high pressure, penetrating deep into fabric fibers)
  • 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.
  • 3 cm lower height
    Height
    82 cm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (82 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    82 cm vs 85 cm
  • 7% smaller volume
    Volume
    260,760 cm³
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (260760 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    260,760 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 3.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    53 cm
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (53 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    53 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 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-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.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 69.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 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.
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is wider than the average washing machine (60 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    60 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 26.2% more expensive
    Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME is more expensive than the average washing machine (£530 vs £420).
    £530 vs £420
  • 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-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 an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 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.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 69.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • More basic extra feature
    Additional feature 1
    Active Motion technology
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (Active Motion technology vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    The Active Motion technology enhances the cleaning action of detergent by increasing the drum's rotation speed at multiple levels, which improves washing results, saves time, and reduces machine vibrations.
    Active Motion technology vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is wider than the average washing machine (60 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    60 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Less flexible placement
    Type
    integrated
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This washing machine is less flexible to place than the average washing machine (integrated vs self-standing).
    integrated vs self-standing

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What we like about Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME

  • The wide door makes it easy to load duvets and sheets.
  • Washing noise of 48 dB keeps it quiet enough to run at night.
  • Laundry detection helps match the water to the amount of washing.
  • Seven programs finish in under an hour.
  • Annual energy use of 103.4 kWh and class A keep power use low.
  • The inverter motor has a motor warranty of 10 years.

What we don't like about Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME

  • Spin noise of 75 dB is on the high side.
  • There is no extra rinse option.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so everything is set on the control panel.
  • Automatic dosing is missing, so detergent is added by hand.
  • No AquaStop, so there is no built-in leak protection.

Verdict

The Candy Smart Inverter CBW 48TWME is an efficient washing machine in energy class A, with energy consumption of 47 kWh per 100 cycles. Its BPM inverter motor provides very quiet operation: 48 dB during washing and 51 dBA overall. The Quick&Clean technology creates a high-pressure concentrated mixture of water and detergent for deep cleaning. Strengths include seven quick programs, such as Delicates 59', Sport Plus 39', and various short cycles. The water jet system and load balancing enhance performance. Weaknesses include the lack of several important features: no extra rinse, self-cleaning, steam technology, or anti-crease function. The machine also lacks problem diagnostics, an allergen cycle, an additional quick function, and the ability to save preferred settings.

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