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AEG LFE50944B Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£320Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

AEG LFE50944B 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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

100%

7.6

Technical score

▼Worse than 58% of washing-machines
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

25%

8.5

Performance

25%

7.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

6.9

Design

▼Worse than 58% 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.
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.
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Technical Specifications of washing machine AEG LFE50944B

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

25%

8.5

Performance

25%

7.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

6.9

Design

7.6
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
4.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
AEG LFE50944B has a popularity of 4.5 points, which is higher than 64.6% of washing machines.
4.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

8.6

Price

7.9
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.6% of washing machines and equal to 23.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
69 L
Drum volume
69 L
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 69 L drum, which is larger than 88.5% of washing machines and equal to 0.4% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
▲ 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
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
▲ Better than 31% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.2% of washing machines and equal to 63.8% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
▲ 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
49 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
49 kWh/100 cycles
▲ Better than 51% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 49 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 50.7% of washing machines and equal to 12.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
107.8 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
107.8 kWh/year
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 107.8 kWh/year, which is lower than 55.1% of washing machines and equal to 12% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
26.9 £
Annual energy cost
26.9 £
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £26.9, which is lower than 64.8% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
64 L
Water consumption per cycle
64 L
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 64 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 99% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
N. of washing programs
14
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 60.7% of washing machines and equal to 20.5% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
▼ Worse than 10% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 10.3% of washing machines and equal to 89.7% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
▲ Better than 42% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 41.7% of washing machines and equal to 36.5% of washing machines.
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 14 min, which is shorter than 70.3% of washing machines and equal to 29.1% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
220 min
ECO cycle duration
220 min
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 220 min, which is longer than 53.8% of washing machines and equal to 2.4% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
▲ 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
▲ Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
no
Unbalanced load detection
no
▼ Worse than 92% of models
This washing machine does not have unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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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AEG LFE50944B vs the average washing machine

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  • 11 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    69 L
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (69 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    69 L vs 58 L
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Refresh cycle
    Refresh cycle
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 26.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 min
    ▲ Better than 70% 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.
    14 min vs 15 min
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 cm
    ▲ Better than 69% 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
  • 4.53x more popular
    AEG LFE50944B is more popular than the average washing machine (4.53 vs 1).
    4.53 vs 1
  • 28.1% cheaper
    AEG LFE50944B is cheaper than the average washing machine (£320 vs £410).
    £320 vs £410
  • 11 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    69 L
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (69 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    69 L vs 58 L
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    49 kWh/100 cycles
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Refresh cycle
    Refresh cycle
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 26.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 min
    ▲ Better than 70% 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.
    14 min vs 15 min
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 cm
    ▲ Better than 69% 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
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    14 vs 15
  • 17 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    64 L
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (64 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    64 L vs 47 L
  • Does not have an anti-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 70.6% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    76 dB
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (76 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    76 dB vs 74 dB
  • No unbalanced load detection
    Unbalanced load detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine does not have an unbalanced load detection system, which the average washing machine has. 91.7% of washing machines feature unbalanced load detection.
  • 18.6% larger volume
    Volume
    332,723.62 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (332723.6 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    332,723.62 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 9.3 cm deeper
    Depth
    65.8 cm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (65.8 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    65.8 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    76 dB
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (76 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    76 dB vs 74 dB
  • 17 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    64 L
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (64 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    64 L vs 47 L
  • 36.2% higher yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    14,080 L/year
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (14080 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    14,080 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 7.11 £ higher yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    26.752 £
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <17.138 £ – >21.736 £
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (26.8 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    26.752 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have an anti-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 70.6% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • No unbalanced load detection
    Unbalanced load detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine does not have an unbalanced load detection system, which the average washing machine has. 91.7% of washing machines feature unbalanced load detection.
  • Does not have a time remaining indicator
    Time remaining indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This washing machine does not have a time remaining indicator, the average washing machine does. 94.6% of washing machines have a time remaining indicator.
  • 18.6% larger volume
    Volume
    332,723.62 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (332723.6 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    332,723.62 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 9.3 cm deeper
    Depth
    65.8 cm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (65.8 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    65.8 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 3.7% heavier
    Weight
    69.5 kg
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (69.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    69.5 kg vs 67 kg

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What we like about AEG LFE50944B

  • A 69 L drum fits big loads, such as a duvet.
  • The fastest cycle takes 14 min.
  • Two programs finish in under an hour.
  • A night/silent option keeps the noise down.
  • A refresh cycle freshens clothes.
  • Anti-Allergy and jeans cycles are included.

What we don't like about AEG LFE50944B

  • Each cycle uses 64 L of water.
  • At 65.8 cm deep, it needs plenty of floor space.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so there is no phone control.
  • There is no time remaining indicator, so you cannot see how long a cycle has left.
  • There is no anti-crease function, so clothes can crease.

Verdict

69 L of drum space is the main draw of the AEG LFE50944B, a 9 kg front-loader for people who often wash bulky items. The drum is larger than the capacity figure suggests, so a big duvet or a pile of towels has room to move. The fastest program takes 14 min, which is handy for a quick top-up. A night/silent option lowers the sound when you run the machine late, and a refresh cycle freshens clothes. The trade-off is water and size: each cycle takes 64 L, and the machine is 65.8 cm deep, so it needs space. It has no Wi-Fi and no time remaining indicator. It suits a household that wants a big drum and a quick wash, and does not mind a deep, thirsty machine.

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