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Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
✕
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 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, 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

★Better than 91% of washing machines
8.5

Value for money

Value for money
8.5/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

★Better than 95%
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
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 94% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.8

Washing programs

20%

7.7

Features

10%

8.5

Design

★Better than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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
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Best prices
    N/A~ £310
Best rankings
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Ranked #382 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
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 94% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

10

Energy efficiency

20%

8.8

Washing programs

20%

7.7

Features

10%

8.5

Design

8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.5/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.5
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 27.2% of washing machines and equal to 26.3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
?
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
1,400 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.2% of washing machines and equal to 63.8% 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
38 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 38 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 94.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
41 L
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
16
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 16 wash programmes, which is more than 76.4% of washing machines and equal to 15.8% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 10.3% of washing machines and equal to 89.7% of washing machines.
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
218 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 218 min, which is shorter than 46.5% of washing machines and equal to 13.7% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
?
Laundry detection system
?
Unbalanced load detection
?
Load balancing system
?
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Color
black
This washing machine comes in black, which is less conventional than the colour in 86.1% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 5% 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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Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 12 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (38 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    38 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 4 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (70 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    70 dB vs 74 dB
  • 6 L less water per cycle
    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
  • 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.
    16 vs 15
  • Uses AI technology
    This washing machine uses an AI technology, the average washing machine does not. 18% of washing machines use an AI technology.
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 20% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
  • Mini-load function
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 11.3% better value for money
    Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.52 vs 7.7).
    8.52 vs 7.66
  • 32.3% cheaper
    Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 is cheaper than the average washing machine (£310 vs £410).
    £310 vs £410
  • 4 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (70 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    70 dB vs 74 dB
  • Better noise class
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 12 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (38 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    38 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 6 L less water per cycle
    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
  • 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.
    16 vs 15
  • Mini-load function
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh 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
  • Uses AI technology
    This washing machine uses an AI technology, the average washing machine does not. 18% of washing machines use an AI technology.
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 20% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
  • 8.5 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (48 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    48 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.8 cm narrower
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 9% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (61 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    61 kg vs 67 kg
  • 17 dB louder washing
    This washing machine is louder than the average washing machine when washing (70 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    70 dB vs 53 dB
  • Does not have a pre-wash cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special pre-wash cycle, the average washing machine does. 86.9% of washing machines have a pre-wash cycle.
  • Does not have a pause-and-add feature
    This washing machine does not have a Pause & Add feature, the average washing machine does. 88.2% of washing machines have a Pause & Add feature.
  • More unusual colour
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (black vs white).
    black vs white
  • 17 dB louder washing
    This washing machine is louder than the average washing machine when washing (70 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    70 dB vs 53 dB
  • Does not have a pre-wash cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special pre-wash cycle, the average washing machine does. 86.9% of washing machines have a pre-wash cycle.
  • Does not have a pause-and-add feature
    This washing machine does not have a Pause & Add feature, the average washing machine does. 88.2% of washing machines have a Pause & Add feature.
  • More unusual colour
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (black vs white).
    black vs white

Third-party reviews

What we like about Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80

  • Energy use of 38 kWh per 100 cycles keeps running costs down.
  • Water use of 41 L per cycle is light on a home supply.
  • Sixteen programs cover most daily laundry.
  • Overflow protection guards the floor if something goes wrong.
  • The spin runs at 70 dB, so it is easy to live with.
  • A delay start of up to 24 h lets you run a wash overnight.

What we don't like about Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80

  • The wash runs at 70 dB, so it can be heard in the next room.
  • There is no pre-wash cycle, which matters for muddy sports kit.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so the wash cannot be controlled from a phone.
  • Without AquaStop, a burst hose will leak onto the floor.
  • The ECO cycle takes 218 min.

Verdict

With a 48 cm depth and 59 cm width, the Hoover HGD48SB8BC-80 suits a small kitchen or a flat. It uses 38 kWh per 100 cycles and 41 L of water per cycle, so running costs stay modest. Sixteen programs cover most daily laundry, and the spin is fairly quiet at 70 dB. AI technology, a mini load option and a refresh cycle are the uncommon touches. Its 8 kg drum suits a couple or a small family. The trade-offs are a wash that is also 70 dB and no pre-wash cycle, which matters for muddy sports kit. There is no Wi-Fi, no AquaStop and no automatic dosing either. It suits a buyer who wants a simple machine for everyday loads and does not need connected functions.

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