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Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 Review | 101 Data compared

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

Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 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.
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7.6

Technical score

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7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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.
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25%

7.1

Performance

25%

9.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

5.8

Features

10%

7.2

Design

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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.
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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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25%

7.1

Performance

25%

9.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

5.8

Features

10%

7.2

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
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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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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
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Popularity:
Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 has a popularity of 4.5 points, which is higher than 72.8% of washing machines.
4.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
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Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

7.9

Price

7.7
Capacity
6 kg
Capacity
6 kg
This washing machine holds 6 kg, which is less than 90.3% of washing machines and equal to 7.5% of washing machines.
Drum volume
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Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 10.5% of washing machines and the same as in 83.8% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 70.6% of washing machines and equal to 22% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 28.9% of washing machines and equal to 70.6% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
B
Energy efficiency class
B
This washing machine has energy class B, which is worse than 54.3% of washing machines and the same as 13.7% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
48 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
48 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 48 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 70.2% of washing machines and equal to 2.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
105.6 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
105.6 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 105.6 kWh/year, which is lower than 75% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
26.4 £
Annual energy cost
26.4 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £26.4, which is lower than 75.1% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
40 L
Water consumption per cycle
40 L
This washing machine uses 40 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 92.7% of washing machines and equal to 2.1% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
N. of washing programs
14
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 59.9% of washing machines and equal to 21.8% of washing machines.
Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Quick 14', Rinse, Spin / Drain, Anti-Allergy Steam, Baby, Silk, Wool, Sports, Outdoor, Denim
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.4% of washing machines and equal to 90.6% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
This washing machine has 1 programmes under an hour, which is fewer than 57.7% of washing machines and equal to 42% of washing machines.
Quick 14'
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 14 min, which is shorter than 69% of washing machines and equal to 30.4% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
197 min
ECO cycle duration
197 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 197 min, which is shorter than 90.8% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
10
N. of advanced features
10
This washing machine has 10 advanced features, which is fewer than 57.6% of washing machines and equal to 10.8% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features a foam control system. 78.9% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% of washing machines have this feature.
SensiCare System (adjusts the washing cycle's time, water, and energy usage according to the load size)
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.1% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
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
self-standing
Type
self-standing
This washing machine is self-standing, which is more flexible to place than the type in 3.2% of washing machines and the same as the type in 96.8% of washing machines.
Loading type
front-loading
Loading type
front-loading
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
yes
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.6% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 7 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    40 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (40 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    40 L vs 47 L
  • 32.4% smaller volume
    Volume
    189,599.13 cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (189599.1 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    189,599.13 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    48 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 18.7 cm shallower
    Depth
    37.8 cm
    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
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 41.9% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 48.9% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 21 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    197 min
    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
  • 12% lighter
    Weight
    58.5 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (58.5 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    58.5 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 4.5x more popular
    Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 is more popular than the average washing machine (4.5 vs 1).
    4.5 vs 1
  • 1 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    74 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (74 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    74 dB vs 75 dB
  • 7 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    40 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (40 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    40 L vs 47 L
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    48 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 14.9% lower yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    8,800 L/year
    This washing machine uses less water per year than the average washing machine (8800 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    8,800 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 2.93 £ lower yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    16.72 £
    This washing machine costs less for water than the average washing machine (16.7 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    16.72 £ vs 19.646 £
  • Baby-care cycle
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 41.9% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 21 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    197 min
    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
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 48.9% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 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
  • 32.4% smaller volume
    Volume
    189,599.13 cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (189599.1 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    189,599.13 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 18.7 cm shallower
    Depth
    37.8 cm
    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% lighter
    Weight
    58.5 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (58.5 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    58.5 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 0.7 cm lower height
    Height
    84.3 cm
    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
    Width
    59.5 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
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 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
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Quick 14', Rinse, Spin / Drain, Anti-Allergy Steam, Baby, Silk, Wool, Sports, Outdoor, Denim
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 54.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 68.4% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    9 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (9 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    9 h vs 24 h
  • 2 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    6 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
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 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
  • 2 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    6 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
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Quick 14', Rinse, Spin / Drain, Anti-Allergy Steam, Baby, Silk, Wool, Sports, Outdoor, Denim
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 68.4% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have a hygiene cycle
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 60.6% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    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.
    Quick 14'
    1 vs 2
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    9 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (9 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    9 h vs 24 h
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    10
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (10 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Quick function.
    10 vs 11
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 54.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600

  • A 1200 RPM spin leaves clothes fairly dry, which saves drying time.
  • Energy class B and 105.6 kWh a year keep power use modest.
  • The inverter motor is included.
  • A 37.8 cm depth suits narrow spaces.
  • 40 L of water per cycle keeps water use low.
  • Steam technology and a fast function add useful options.

What we don't like about Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600

  • A 6 kg capacity means smaller loads per wash.
  • The 9 h delay start limits scheduling of overnight washes.
  • No anti-stain function, so tough marks need pre-treatment.
  • No Wi-Fi, so the machine cannot be controlled from a phone.
  • No AquaStop system, so a hose leak has no automatic cut-off.

Verdict

The Electrolux EW6S526B SensiCare 600 is a 6 kg washing machine with a B energy rating. This model stands out with its energy-efficient performance, using only 48 kWh per 100 cycles and requiring just 40 liters of water per cycle. It runs quietly at 74 dB during spin cycles and includes practical programs like Baby Care, Jeans, Sports, and Outdoor clothing. The machine features a Time Manager function that adjusts cycle duration based on load size and soil level, plus a quick 14-minute wash option for lightly soiled items. While it includes specialized programs for silk and wool, it has some limitations. The maximum spin speed is 1200 RPM, which is lower than typical. The machine comes with 14 washing programs but lacks an anti-stain cycle and hygiene cycle. The 9-hour delay start timer provides less flexibility than standard. The manufacturer does not mention any special drum design for fabric care, which might affect clothing protection during wash cycles. The compact size makes it notably smaller in volume, weighing 58.5 kg, which could be beneficial for space-constrained homes.

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