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Electrolux EW6S526A review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£400Capacity:6 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Electrolux EW6S526A Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Electrolux EW6S526A
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 70%, User score 25%, List score 5%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

25%

7.9

User score

5%

8.7

List score

▲Better than 75% of washing machines
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

▲Better than 78%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components

25%

6.6

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.3

Features

10%

8.7

Design

▲Better than 78%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models

80%

7.9

Rating

20%

8.0

Popularity

▼Worse than 75%
8.7

List score

List score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 5% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 11 lists (9%)
★Better than 93%
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Ranked #117 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Electrolux EW6S526A

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components:

25%

6.6

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.3

Features

10%

8.7

Design

8.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

8.1
Capacity
6 kg
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
42 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 42 L drum, which is smaller than 91.9% of washing machines and equal to 5.5% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
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
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
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
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
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
42 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 42 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 83.7% of washing machines and equal to 4% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
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
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
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
197 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 197 min, which is shorter than 91.2% of washing machines and equal to 1.2% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
?
Laundry detection system
yes
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
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
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
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
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Electrolux EW6S526A vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    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
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (42 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    42 L vs 47 L
  • 26.3% smaller volume
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (206640 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    206,640 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 18.7 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (37.8 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    37.8 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 21 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (197 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    197 min vs 218 min
  • Jeans cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 12.7% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (58.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    58.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    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
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (42 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    42 L vs 47 L
  • 21 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (197 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    197 min vs 218 min
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • Jeans cycle
    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
    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
  • 26.3% smaller volume
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (206640 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    206,640 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 18.7 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (37.8 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    37.8 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 12.7% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (58.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    58.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 0.7 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.3 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.3 cm vs 85 cm
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    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
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    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
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    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
  • 16 L less drum space
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (42 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    42 L vs 58 L
  • 1 fewer temperature settings
    This washing machine offers fewer temperature settings than the average washing machine (5 vs 6). The average washing machine offers 6 temperature settings.
    5 vs 6
  • 2 kg less capacity
    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
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (SoftPlus vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    SoftPlus vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 3.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Rating

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    7.9 vs 8.2
  • 3.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Rating

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    7.9 vs 8.2
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    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
  • 16 L less drum space
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (42 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    42 L vs 58 L
  • 2 kg less capacity
    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
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    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
  • 1 fewer temperature settings
    This washing machine offers fewer temperature settings than the average washing machine (5 vs 6). The average washing machine offers 6 temperature settings.
    5 vs 6
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (SoftPlus vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    SoftPlus vs EEBUS-based energy management system

Third-party reviews

What we like about Electrolux EW6S526A

  • Energy use of 42 kWh per 100 cycles keeps bills low.
  • Water use of 42 L per cycle keeps the water bill down.
  • A depth of 37.8 cm suits a shallow alcove or a narrow corner.
  • At 58.5 kg it is easier to move around than a heavier machine.
  • Steam technology adds a refresh option for clothes.
  • The fastest cycle takes 14 min, handy for a quick top-up.

What we don't like about Electrolux EW6S526A

  • A 6 kg capacity is small for a family's weekly wash.
  • The 42 L drum is limited for bulky items.
  • Only 5 temperature settings limit choice for delicate fabrics.
  • The ECO cycle takes 197 min, a little over three hours.
  • Spin noise of 74 dB is loud enough to hear from another room.

Verdict

Bills are kept low by the Electrolux EW6S526A, a mid-range washer that suits a flat or a home with limited space. It uses 42 kWh per 100 cycles and 42 L of water per cycle, and the depth of 37.8 cm lets it fit into a shallow alcove. The ECO cycle takes 197 min, so you trade time for savings, while the 14 min fastest cycle is handy for a quick top-up. Steam technology and an inverter motor are useful extras. The jeans, baby care, anti-allergy and wool cycles cover a wide range of clothes. The trade-off is size: the 6 kg capacity and 42 L drum are modest, and there are only 5 temperature settings. It suits a small household that wants low bills and an easy-to-move machine.

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