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Gorenje WAM 74 SAP review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£340Capacity:7 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Gorenje WAM 74 SAP Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Gorenje WAM 74 SAP
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

5%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 52% of washing machines
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 77%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

25%

6.2

Performance

25%

9.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.9

Features

10%

8.8

Design

â–²Better than 54%
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User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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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 7.9, 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
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • gorenje-wam-74-sap
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £340
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Ranked #584 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Gorenje WAM 74 SAP

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

25%

6.2

Performance

25%

9.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.9

Features

10%

8.8

Design

7.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

8.0
Capacity
7 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 7 kg, which is less than 73% of washing machines and equal to 16.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
49 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 49 L drum, which is smaller than 78.2% of washing machines and equal to 0.5% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 9.6% of washing machines and the same as in 84.2% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.1% of washing machines and equal to 64% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
800 RPM
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 800 RPM, which is higher than 88.7% of washing machines and equal to 11.3% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 38% of washing machines and the same as 62% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
44 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 44 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 83.4% of washing machines and equal to 4.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
96.8 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 96.8 kWh/year, which is lower than 83.5% of washing machines and equal to 4.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
24.2 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £24.2, which is lower than 83.8% of washing machines and equal to 4.3% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
46 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 46 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 52.2% of washing machines and equal to 6.4% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
16
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 16 wash programmes, which is more than 76.6% of washing machines and equal to 15.7% of washing machines.
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N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.1% of washing machines and equal to 90.9% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.3% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Power 59'/32', Quick 20'
Fastest cycle duration
20 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 20 min, which is longer than 76.1% of washing machines and equal to 7.6% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
207 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 207 min, which is shorter than 78% of washing machines and equal to 1.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
13
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 13 advanced features, which is more than 56.3% of washing machines and equal to 5.1% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Memory function, Steam technology, Water+ function, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features a foam control system. 79.8% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 93% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 92.5% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
yes
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.2% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
UKS Balance System
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Color
white
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 14.2% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 85.8% of washing machines.
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
This washing machine is front-loading, which is more practical than the design in 8.9% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91.1% of washing machines.
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
x
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Gorenje WAM 74 SAP vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    White Cotton
    16 vs 15
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Reduced vibrations thanks to StableTech side and floor panels.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    UKS Balance System
  • Can save settings to favorites
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 35.9% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Water+ feature
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 8.4% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
    Water+ (increases water level by 2 and adds an extra rinse cycle)
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    White Cotton
    16 vs 15
  • Water+ feature
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 8.4% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
    Water+ (increases water level by 2 and adds an extra rinse cycle)
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 46.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 43.8% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 11 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (207 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    207 min vs 218 min
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    UKS Balance System
  • Can save settings to favorites
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 35.9% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Reduced vibrations thanks to StableTech side and floor panels.
  • 15.5% smaller volume
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (237,150 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    237,150 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 10 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (46.5 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    46.5 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 7.6% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (61.9 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    61.9 kg vs 67 kg
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washing machine has a shorter motor warranty than the average washing machine (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washing machine has a motor warranty of 10 year/s.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    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
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 86.2% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    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
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 54.7% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 65.1% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.3% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washing machine has a shorter motor warranty than the average washing machine (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washing machine has a motor warranty of 10 year/s.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    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
    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
  • 9 L less drum space
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (49 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    49 L vs 58 L
  • 1 kg less capacity
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 86.2% of washing machines feature such function.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 54.7% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 65.1% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.3% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • Does not have a gentle cycle
    This washing machine does not have a Gentle cycle, while the average washing machine has it. 87.9% of washing machines have a Gentle cycle.
  • 5 min longer quickest cycle
    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
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (WaveActive vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    Washing machines with WaveActive use gentle tones instead of beeps to provide feedback on selected functions and programs.
    WaveActive vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 0.2 cm wider
    This washing machine is wider than the average washing machine (60 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    60 cm vs 59.8 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gorenje WAM 74 SAP

  • Energy use is 44 kWh per 100 cycles, which keeps bills small.
  • At 46.5 cm deep, it suits a small space.
  • Sixteen programs include a 20 min quick cycle.
  • The inverter motor cuts noise and energy use.
  • A child lock blocks setting changes and door opening mid-cycle.
  • It can stack on a dryer to save floor space.

What customers don't like about Gorenje WAM 74 SAP

  • Spin efficiency is rated B, and laundry leaves the drum damp, with about 53 percent moisture left in tests.
  • The transport bolts must come out before first use, or it vibrates heavily.
  • At 61.8 kg it is hard to pull out for cleaning.
  • The motor warranty covers only 2 years.
  • There is no gentle cycle and no outdoor or sport cycle.

Verdict

Crafted for energy-conscious households seeking dependable performance in modest footprints, the Gorenje WAM 74 SAP front-loading washing machine accommodates a 7 kg laundry capacity within a 49-litre drum spinning at 1400 RPM. An efficient Inverter PowerDrive brushless motor secures an outstanding Class A energy rating, drawing merely 44 kWh per hundred cycles and 46 litres of water. The appliance incorporates sixteen versatile wash cycles, highlighted by integrated SteamTech technology that injects steam to eliminate bacteria, soften fabrics, and diminish stubborn creases before ironing. Daily usability is enhanced through a 20-minute rapid refresh program, StopAddGo mid-cycle garment reload, AntiCrease drum motion, and comprehensive AquaStop flood protection. Notable limitations include a spin acoustic level reaching 76 dB in noise Class B, manual detergent measurement, no smart Wi-Fi connectivity, and a compact drum volume.

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