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Svan SL8403AIDVB Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:?Loading type:front-loading

Svan SL8403AIDVB 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.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

100%

8.3

Technical score

▲Better than 82% of washing-machines
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

8.3

Design

▲Better than 82% 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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<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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Technical Specifications of washing machine Svan SL8403AIDVB

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 82% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

8.3

Design

8.3
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Svan SL8403AIDVB has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

9.1

Price

8.6
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
▼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <6 kg – >10 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
?
Spin-drying efficiency class
?
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
▲ 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
?
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
▲ 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
?
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
?
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N. of washing programs
15
N. of washing programs
15
▲ 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.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
?
ECO cycle duration
?
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N. of advanced features
?
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
?
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
?
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
?
Child lock
?
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Svan SL8403AIDVB vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 9.8% lighter
    Weight
    60 kg
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <57 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (60 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    60 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 4.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    52 cm
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <48 cm – >63.5 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (52 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    52 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 cm
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.7 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.7 cm vs 85 cm
  • 61.5% cheaper
    Svan SL8403AIDVB is cheaper than the average washing machine (£260 vs £420).
    £260 vs £420
  • 15.4% better value for money
    Svan SL8403AIDVB has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.57 vs 7.4).
    8.57 vs 7.42
  • 61.5% cheaper
    Svan SL8403AIDVB is cheaper than the average washing machine (£260 vs £420).
    £260 vs £420
  • 15.4% better value for money
    Svan SL8403AIDVB has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.57 vs 7.4).
    8.57 vs 7.42
  • 9.8% lighter
    Weight
    60 kg
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <57 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (60 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    60 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 4.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    52 cm
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <48 cm – >63.5 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (52 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    52 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 cm
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.7 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.7 cm vs 85 cm
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <51 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
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <51 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

Third-party reviews

What we like about Svan SL8403AIDVB

  • A 52 cm depth suits a shallow alcove or narrow room.
  • At 60 kg it stays steady during a fast spin.
  • A 1400 RPM spin leaves clothes drier, so drying takes less time.
  • Fifteen washing programs cover everyday clothes.
  • The fast function gives a quick wash when time is short.
  • Energy class A and an inverter motor keep running costs down.

What we don't like about Svan SL8403AIDVB

  • At 60 kg it is hard to move for cleaning behind.
  • An 8 kg drum is small for a large family's washing.
  • The fast function is quicker but may not shift heavy dirt.
  • At 84.7 cm high, it needs a full-height gap, so measure before buying.

Verdict

Shallow enough for a tight alcove, the Svan SL8403AIDVB is a sensible budget pick. Its 52 cm depth is the main reason to choose it. At 60 kg it is heavy, which keeps it steady when the drum spins at 1400 RPM. Its fast spin leaves clothes drier, so they take less time on the line or in the dryer. Fifteen programs cover everyday clothes, and a fast function handles a quick wash when time is short. The laundry detection system sets the wash to the load, so small loads are not over-washed. The trade-off is the weight, which makes it hard to shift when cleaning behind it. It suits a couple or a small household that wants a dependable everyday machine without fuss and without paying extra.

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