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Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£760Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1600 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 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.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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
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8.2

Technical score

â–²Better than 70% of washing-machines
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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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Score components

25%

7.9

Performance

25%

9.0

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

6.8

Design

â–²Better than 70% 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
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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%

7.9

Performance

25%

9.0

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

6.8

Design

8.2
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)
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 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.
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Popularity:
Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 84.3% of washing machines.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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%

8.2

Overall score

40%

4.9

Price

7.2
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 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
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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% of washing machines and the same as in 83.5% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,600 RPM, which is faster than 96% of washing machines and equal to 4% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
800 RPM
Minimum spin speed
800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 800 RPM, which is higher than 89.6% of washing machines and equal to 10.4% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
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
49 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
49 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
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
27 £
Annual energy cost
27 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £27, which is lower than 55.4% of washing machines and equal to 9.3% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
46 L
Water consumption per cycle
46 L
This washing machine uses 46 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 52% of washing machines and equal to 6.5% 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 60.7% of washing machines and equal to 20.5% of washing machines.
Eco 40-60, Cottons, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool/Silk, FreshScent, Spin / Drain, Rinse, Duvets, Quick 20min, Outdoor, Denim, Cashmere, UltraWash.
N. of downloadable programs
~25
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 58.5% of washing machines and equal to 41.2% of washing machines.
Quick 20'
Fastest cycle duration
20 min
Fastest cycle duration
20 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 20 min, which is longer than 75.2% of washing machines and equal to 7.4% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
220 min
ECO cycle duration
220 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
21
N. of advanced features
21
This washing machine has 21 advanced features, which is more than 86.9% of washing machines and equal to 3.7% of washing machines.
overflow protection
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
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
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% 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. 91.7% 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. 46.8% 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 14% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 86% 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 3.3% 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% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 10 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    21
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (21 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    overflow protection
    21 vs 11
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    Automatic dosing system
    yes
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.9% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
    AutoDose System
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    Pre-mix technology
    yes
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 24.4% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    UltraCare (UltraWash program that washes effectively at 30°C, saves 30% energy compared to 40°C cotton cycle, and preserves clothes longer)
  • Has a scan function
    Scan function
    yes
    This washing machine includes a scan function, while the average washing machine does not. 7% of washing machines feature a scan function.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 40.1% of washing machines have this feature.
    in-app function
  • 8.51x more popular
    Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 is more popular than the average washing machine (8.51 vs 1).
    8.51 vs 1
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 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 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    5
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400, 1,600 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    49 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
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
    FreshScent program (refreshes clothes using steam, neutralizes odors, and reduces wrinkles in 25 minutes)
  • Includes a wash assist function
    Wash assist function
    yes
    This washing machine includes a wash assist function, which the average washing machine does not have. 27.6% of washing machines offer a wash assist function.
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    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.
    Extra Silent (skips all intermediate phases and the final spin cycle and ends the program with water in the drum)
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 10 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    21
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (21 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    overflow protection
    21 vs 11
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    Automatic dosing system
    yes
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.9% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
    AutoDose System
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    Pre-mix technology
    yes
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 24.4% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    UltraCare (UltraWash program that washes effectively at 30°C, saves 30% energy compared to 40°C cotton cycle, and preserves clothes longer)
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • Has a scan function
    Scan function
    yes
    This washing machine includes a scan function, while the average washing machine does not. 7% of washing machines feature a scan function.
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 40.1% of washing machines have this feature.
    in-app function
  • Can be controlled by voice
    Voice control
    yes
    This washing machine can be controlled by voice, the average washing machine cannot. 32.1% of washing machines can be controlled by voice.
    x
  • Shows consumption statistics
    Consumption statistics
    yes
    This washing machine can shows its consumption statistics in the app, the average washing machine cannot. 35.7% of washing machines can do this.
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    Height
    84.7 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
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    800 RPM
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 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, Cottons, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool/Silk, FreshScent, Spin / Drain, Rinse, Duvets, Quick 20min, Outdoor, Denim, Cashmere, UltraWash.
    14 vs 15
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    76 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
  • 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 20'
    1 vs 2
  • 4 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    20 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (20 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    20 h vs 24 h
  • 18.7% heavier
    Weight
    79.5 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (79.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    79.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 14.7% larger volume
    Volume
    321,599.124 cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (321599.1 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    321,599.124 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 7.1 cm deeper
    Depth
    63.6 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63.6 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63.6 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 85.4% more expensive
    Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£760 vs £410).
    £760 vs £410
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.19 vs 7.6).
    7.19 vs 7.59
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    800 RPM
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    76 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
  • 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, Cottons, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool/Silk, FreshScent, Spin / Drain, Rinse, Duvets, Quick 20min, Outdoor, Denim, Cashmere, UltraWash.
    14 vs 15
  • 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 20'
    1 vs 2
  • 5 min longer quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    20 min
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (20 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    20 min vs 15 min
  • 4 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay start
    20 h
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (20 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    20 h vs 24 h
  • Less capable app support
    App name
    Electrolux
    This washing machine uses a less capable app than the average washing machine (Electrolux vs LG ThinQâ„¢).
    It allows you to remotely control your washing machine, receive notifications, get fabric care advice, and troubleshoot issues.
    Electrolux vs LG ThinQâ„¢
  • 18.7% heavier
    Weight
    79.5 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (79.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    79.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 14.7% larger volume
    Volume
    321,599.124 cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (321599.1 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    321,599.124 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 7.1 cm deeper
    Depth
    63.6 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63.6 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63.6 cm vs 56.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800

  • Spin reaches 1600 RPM, so clothes come out drier.
  • 21 advanced functions let you adjust a wash in detail.
  • Automatic dosing puts the right amount of detergent in for each load.
  • Wi-Fi lets you start or check a cycle from a phone.
  • The night option lets you run a wash quietly at night.
  • Energy class A, with 49 kWh per 100 cycles, keeps power use down.

What we don't like about Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800

  • At 79.5 kg it is hard to move on your own.
  • The gentlest spin is 800 RPM, so wet clothes can come out damp.
  • Spin noise reaches 76 dB, which can be heard through a flat.
  • It is 63.6 cm deep, so check the depth of the space first.

Verdict

Engineered for advanced garment preservation and effortless automation, the Electrolux EW8F296BQ UltraCare 800 front-loading washing machine couples a 9 kg capacity with a high-velocity 1600 RPM spin speed. Driven by an energy-efficient ÖKOInverter motor with a ten-year warranty, it achieves top Class A energy credentials. Its flagship UltraCare system premixes detergent and fabric softener with water before entering the drum, ensuring uniform fibre penetration and vibrant colour retention at lower temperatures. The intelligent AutoDose mechanism measures precise detergent amounts based on load weight, while SteamCare relaxes wrinkles to cut down ironing duties. Remote scheduling and care tips run over Wi-Fi via the Electrolux app. However, spinning at 1600 RPM pushes acoustic emissions to 76 dB in noise Class B, and only one cycle completes in under an hour.

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