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Candy TCA266TM5-S Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310Capacity:6 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:top-loading

Candy TCA266TM5-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.

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 77% of models
Score components

100%

8.3

Technical score

▲Better than 77% 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 77% of models
Score components

25%

6.4

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.4

Features

10%

8.7

Design

▲Better than 77% 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 Candy TCA266TM5-S

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 77% of models
Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.4

Features

10%

8.7

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
4.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
Candy TCA266TM5-S has a popularity of 4 points, which is higher than 63.9% of washing machines.
4.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

8.4
Capacity
6 kg
Capacity
6 kg
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 6 kg, which is less than 90.3% of washing machines and equal to 7.6% of washing machines.
Drum volume
46 L
Drum volume
46 L
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 46 L drum, which is smaller than 83% of washing machines and equal to 4.1% 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
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
▼ 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
▲ 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
42 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
42 kWh/100 cycles
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 42 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 89% of washing machines and equal to 2.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
92.4 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
92.4 kWh/year
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 92.4 kWh/year, which is lower than 92.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
23.1 £
Annual energy cost
23.1 £
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £23.1, which is lower than 92.8% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
41 L
Water consumption per cycle
41 L
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 41 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 87.8% of washing machines and equal to 4.7% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
17
N. of washing programs
17
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 17 wash programmes, which is more than 92.3% of washing machines and equal to 1.3% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 3 programmes under an hour, which is more than 78.3% of washing machines and equal to 13.9% 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
198 min
ECO cycle duration
198 min
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 198 min, which is shorter than 89.1% of washing machines and equal to 1.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
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
?
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
top-loading
Loading type
top-loading
▼ Worse than 91% of models
This washing machine is top-loading, which is less practical than the design in 91.1% of washing machines and the same as the design in 8.9% 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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Candy TCA266TM5-S vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    17
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (17 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    17 vs 15
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    42 kWh/100 cycles
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 6 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    41 L
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (41 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    41 L vs 47 L
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • Uses AI technology
    AI technology
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This washing machine uses an AI technology, the average washing machine does not. 18% of washing machines use an AI technology.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Has Bluetooth
    Bluetooth connectivity
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This washing machine features a Bluetooth technology, the average washing machine does not. 12.8% of washing machines have Bluetooth technology.
  • 4.04x more popular
    Candy TCA266TM5-S is more popular than the average washing machine (4.04 vs 1).
    4.04 vs 1
  • 11% better value for money
    Candy TCA266TM5-S has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.42 vs 7.6).
    8.42 vs 7.59
  • 32.3% cheaper
    Candy TCA266TM5-S is cheaper than the average washing machine (£310 vs £410).
    £310 vs £410
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    42 kWh/100 cycles
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 6 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    41 L
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (41 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    41 L vs 47 L
  • 12.8% lower yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    9,020 L/year
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses less water per year than the average washing machine (9020 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    9,020 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 17.6% lower energy use
    Annual energy consumption
    92.4 kWh/year
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
    This washing machine uses less energy than the average washing machine (92.4 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    92.4 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 5 £ lower yearly running cost
    Annual energy cost
    23.1 £
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
    This washing machine costs less to run than the average washing machine (23.1 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    23.1 £ vs 28.1 £
  • 2.51 £ lower yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    17.138 £
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <17.138 £ – >21.736 £
    This washing machine costs less for water than the average washing machine (17.1 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    17.138 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 2 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    17
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (17 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    17 vs 15
  • 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 more quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    3
    ▲ 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.
    3 vs 2
  • 20 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    198 min
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (198 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    198 min vs 218 min
  • 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 Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Uses AI technology
    AI technology
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This washing machine uses an AI technology, the average washing machine does not. 18% of washing machines use an AI technology.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Has Bluetooth
    Bluetooth connectivity
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This washing machine features a Bluetooth technology, the average washing machine does not. 12.8% of washing machines have Bluetooth technology.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • 25.5% smaller volume
    Volume
    208,980 cm³
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (208980 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    208,980 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 13.4% lighter
    Weight
    58 kg
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (58 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    58 kg vs 67 kg
  • 19.3 cm narrower
    Width
    40.5 cm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (40.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    40.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    ▼ 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
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 3 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    77 dB
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (77 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    77 dB vs 74 dB
  • 2 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    6 kg
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (6 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    6 kg vs 8 kg
  • 12 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    46 L
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (46 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    46 L vs 58 L
  • Worse noise class
    Noise emission class
    C
    ▼ 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 transparent door
    Transparent door
    no
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine does not have a transparent door, the average washing machine does. 92.1% of washing machines have a transparent door.
  • 3.5 cm deeper
    Depth
    60 cm
    ▼ 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
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    ▼ 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
  • 3 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    77 dB
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (77 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    77 dB vs 74 dB
  • 2 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    6 kg
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (6 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    6 kg vs 8 kg
  • 12 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    46 L
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (46 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    46 L vs 58 L
  • Worse noise class
    Noise emission class
    C
    ▼ 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 steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have a transparent door
    Transparent door
    no
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine does not have a transparent door, the average washing machine does. 92.1% of washing machines have a transparent door.
  • 3.5 cm deeper
    Depth
    60 cm
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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

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What we like about Candy TCA266TM5-S

  • 40.5 cm width fits tight gaps in a kitchen.
  • 58 kg makes it easier to move and install.
  • Fastest cycle of 14 min is quick for a small load.
  • Inverter motor is usually quieter and lasts longer.
  • 42 kWh per 100 cycles keeps energy use low.
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth let you link it to a phone.

What we don't like about Candy TCA266TM5-S

  • 6 kg capacity is small for a family's weekly wash.
  • The 46 L drum is limited for bulky items like duvets.
  • The spin reaches 1200 RPM with 77 dB noise at the end.
  • No steam technology for freshening or easing creases.
  • At 86 cm high it needs a generous gap under a counter.

Verdict

Narrow spaces and quick washes are the main reasons to look at the Candy TCA266TM5-S. At 40.5 cm wide it fits a tight gap, and at 58 kg it is easier to shift than heavier machines. The three programs under one hour and a fastest cycle of 14 min suit a busy day. Energy use is 42 kWh per 100 cycles, and 41 L of water goes into each wash, both good figures for this size. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections let you link it to a phone, and there is an AI setting and an ECO indicator. The trade-off is capacity. A 6 kg drum and 46 L of space are small, and the spin reaches 1200 RPM with 77 dB noise. It suits one person, a couple or a flat where space and time are both short.

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