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Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£380Capacity:7 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT 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.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

100%

7.5

Technical score

â–¼Worse than 61% of washing-machines
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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 61% of models
Score components

25%

6.5

Performance

25%

9.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.0

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 61% 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.
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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.
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    N/A~ £380

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

25%

6.5

Performance

25%

9.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.0

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

7.5
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
â–¼
<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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

8.1

Price

7.7
Capacity
7 kg
Capacity
7 kg
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 7 kg, which is less than 73% of washing machines and equal to 16.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
48 L
Drum volume
48 L
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 48 L drum, which is smaller than 78.8% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% 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% of washing machines and the same as in 83.5% 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 71.1% of washing machines and equal to 22.3% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 38% of models
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 38.3% of washing machines and the same as 61.7% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
45 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
45 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 45 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 80.1% of washing machines and equal to 3.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
99 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
99 kWh/year
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 99 kWh/year, which is lower than 84.1% of washing machines and equal to 3.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
24.8 £
Annual energy cost
24.8 £
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £24.8, which is lower than 84.4% of washing machines and equal to 3.2% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 45 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 58.6% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
16
N. of washing programs
16
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 16 wash programmes, which is more than 76.4% of washing machines and equal to 15.8% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 1 programmes under an hour, which is fewer than 58.5% of washing machines and equal to 41.2% of washing machines.
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 83.7% of washing machines and equal to 14.5% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
205 min
ECO cycle duration
205 min
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 205 min, which is shorter than 81.1% of washing machines and equal to 4.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
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Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This washing machine features a foam control system. 79.1% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.8% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
â–² Better than 14% of models
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 14% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 86% 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 3.3% of washing machines and the same as the type in 96.8% 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% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    45 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (45 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    45 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    16 vs 15
  • Refresh cycle
    Refresh cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 18.7% smaller volume
    Volume
    228,093.25 cm³
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (228093.3 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    228,093.25 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 11.4 cm shallower
    Depth
    45.1 cm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (45.1 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    45.1 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 13 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    205 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (205 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    205 min vs 218 min
  • 2 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    45 L
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (45 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    45 L vs 47 L
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    Width
    59.5 cm
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    45 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (45 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    45 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 2 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    45 L
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (45 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    45 L vs 47 L
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    16 vs 15
  • Refresh cycle
    Refresh cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 13 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    205 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (205 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    205 min vs 218 min
  • 18.7% smaller volume
    Volume
    228,093.25 cm³
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (228093.3 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    228,093.25 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 11.4 cm shallower
    Depth
    45.1 cm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (45.1 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    45.1 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    Width
    59.5 cm
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 3.4% lighter
    Weight
    64.7 kg
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (64.7 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    64.7 kg vs 67 kg
  • 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
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    78 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 24 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    0 h
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (0 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    0 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a pre-wash cycle
    Pre-wash cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special pre-wash cycle, the average washing machine does. 86.9% of washing machines have a pre-wash cycle.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This washing machine offers fewer quick programmes than the average washing machine (1 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    1 vs 2
  • 10 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    48 L
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (48 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    48 L vs 58 L
  • 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
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    78 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • 10 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    48 L
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (48 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    48 L vs 58 L
  • 1 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    7 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 73% 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 76% of models
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Does not have a pre-wash cycle
    Pre-wash cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special pre-wash cycle, the average washing machine does. 86.9% of washing machines have a pre-wash cycle.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This washing machine offers fewer quick programmes than the average washing machine (1 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    1 vs 2
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    30 min
    â–¼ Worse than 84% 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
  • Does not have a cold wash setting
    Cold wash
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This washing machine does not provide a cold wash option, which the average washing machine has. 94.4% of washing machines include a cold wash option.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 24 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    0 h
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <19 h – >24 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (0 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    0 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a delay start option
    Delay start option
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This washing machine does not have a delay start option, the average washing machine does. 99% of washing machines have a delay start option.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT

  • Sixteen programs cover most types of fabric.
  • The refresh cycle freshens clothes without a full wash.
  • The ECO cycle takes 205 min, and the energy class is A.
  • Steam is built in, useful for creases.
  • Hygiene and anti-allergy cycles add a careful option.
  • A display shows the cycle as it runs.

What we don't like about Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT

  • The spin is noisy at 78 dB.
  • There is no delay start, so the machine cannot run on a timer.
  • There is no cold wash option.
  • At 64.7 kg it is heavy to move.
  • The 48 L drum leaves little room for bulky items like duvets.
  • There is no Wi-Fi connection for checking the wash from a phone.

Verdict

Sixteen programs come with the Whirlpool WSB 726 K IT, a 7 kg machine for a household with mixed laundry. The refresh cycle is an uncommon extra, handy for freshening clothes that are not really dirty after one wear. The ECO cycle takes 205 min, and the energy class is A. Steam is included, and the 1200 RPM spin keeps drying time down for most loads. The trade-off is noise and missing options: the spin reaches 78 dB, and there is no delay start and no cold wash. At 64.7 kg it is heavy to move, and the 48 L drum leaves little room for bulky items like duvets. It suits a busy household that wants many programs and a quick refresh, and it does not need a delayed start.

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