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Hotpoint AQ104D497SD review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£420Capacity:10 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:BType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Hotpoint AQ104D497SD Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Hotpoint AQ104D497SD
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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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Score components

70%

7.2

Technical score

25%

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

5%

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

â–¼Worse than 69% of washing machines
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 58%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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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Score components

25%

8.6

Performance

25%

6.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

6.1

Design

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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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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.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £420
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Hotpoint AQ104D497SD

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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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Score components:

25%

8.6

Performance

25%

6.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

6.1

Design

7.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

7.5
Capacity
10 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 10 kg, which is more than 77.6% of washing machines and equal to 12.1% of washing machines.
Drum volume
71 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 71 L drum, which is larger than 90.9% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% 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
400 RPM
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 27.6% of washing machines and equal to 71.7% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
B
This washing machine has energy class B, which is worse than 62.1% of washing machines and the same as 11.8% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
59 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 59 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 72.3% of washing machines and equal to 1.6% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
129.8 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 129.8 kWh/year, which is higher than 72.2% of washing machines and equal to 1.6% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
32.5 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £32.5, which is higher than 71.5% of washing machines and equal to 1.6% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
51 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 51 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 83.2% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% 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.
Spin + Drain, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Durable Synthetics, Cotton, Multi-Colour, Dark, 7 Days, Whites, Duvets, Ultra Delicates, Mixed 30’, Steam Refresh, Anti-Allergy Delicates, Wool, Rinse.
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
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 1 programmes under an hour, which is fewer than 57.8% of washing machines and equal to 41.9% of washing machines.
Mixed 30'
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 84.7% of washing machines and equal to 13.6% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
239 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 239 min, which is longer than 85.6% of washing machines and equal to 7.1% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
11
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 11 advanced features, which is fewer than 51% of washing machines and equal to 10.3% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse 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.
The Load balancing system rotates the drum at varying speeds to distribute laundry evenly and reduce vibrations.
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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.
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Hotpoint AQ104D497SD vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 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.
    Spin + Drain, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Durable Synthetics, Cotton, Multi-Colour, Dark, 7 Days, Whites, Duvets, Ultra Delicates, Mixed 30’, Steam Refresh, Anti-Allergy Delicates, Wool, Rinse.
    16 vs 15
  • 2 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (6 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    6 vs 4
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 21.5% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    Direct Injection technology
  • 13 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (71 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    71 L vs 58 L
  • 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.
    The Load balancing system rotates the drum at varying speeds to distribute laundry evenly and reduce vibrations.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.7% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Eco indicator light (illuminates when washing parameters are adjusted to achieve at least 10% energy savings)
  • 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.
    20-minute steam cycle that refreshes clothes without washing
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (6 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    6 vs 4
  • 13 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (71 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    71 L vs 58 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.
    Spin + Drain, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Durable Synthetics, Cotton, Multi-Colour, Dark, 7 Days, Whites, Duvets, Ultra Delicates, Mixed 30’, Steam Refresh, Anti-Allergy Delicates, Wool, Rinse.
    16 vs 15
  • 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.
    20-minute steam cycle that refreshes clothes without washing
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 36% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 21.5% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    Direct Injection technology
  • 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.
    The Load balancing system rotates the drum at varying speeds to distribute laundry evenly and reduce vibrations.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.7% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Eco indicator light (illuminates when washing parameters are adjusted to achieve at least 10% energy savings)
  • 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
  • 9 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (59 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    59 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • Does not have a fast function
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 60% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • 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.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 4 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (51 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    51 L vs 47 L
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • Worse noise class
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 2 dB louder washing
    This washing machine is louder than the average washing machine when washing (55 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    55 dB vs 53 dB
  • 9 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (59 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    59 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • 4 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (51 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    51 L vs 47 L
  • 8.5% higher yearly water use
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (11,220 L/year vs 10,340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10,340 L/year of water a year.
    11,220 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 1.67 £ higher yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (21.3 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    21.318 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 16.8% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (129.8 kWh/year vs 111.1 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 111.1 kWh/year.
    129.8 kWh/year vs 111.1 kWh/year
  • Does not have a fast function
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 60% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • 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.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    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.
    Mixed 30'
    1 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 21 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (239 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    239 min vs 218 min
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (30 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (11 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function.
    11 vs 12
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 13.1% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (75.8 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    75.8 kg vs 67 kg
  • 11.1% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (311,542 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    311,542 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 5.1 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (61.6 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    61.6 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • Less suitable door hinge
    This washing machine has a less suitable door hinge than the average washing machine (right vs left).
    right vs left

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Hotpoint AQ104D497SD

  • 16 washing programs cover most kinds of laundry.
  • Six spin speeds let you pick the spin for each load.
  • A 71 L drum holds a 10 kg load.
  • Steam is built in.
  • Washing noise is 55 dB, which is quiet during the wash.
  • The inverter motor comes with a 10-year warranty.

What customers don't like about Hotpoint AQ104D497SD

  • The spin reaches 78 dB, the loudest part of the cycle.
  • Each cycle uses 51 L of water.
  • The eco cycle takes 239 min.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle for active wear.
  • At 75.8 kg it is heavy to move.

Verdict

The Hotpoint AQ104D497SD is a 10kg washing machine with a B energy efficiency rating and uses 59 kWh per 100 cycles. It features a spacious 71L drum and six spin speed options ranging from 400 to 1400 RPM. The machine comes with 16 washing programs including specialized cycles for Colors, Duvets, and a 20-minute Steam Refresh option for quick garment freshening. Its Direct Injection technology pre-mixes detergent and water, while the load balancing system adjusts drum rotation to distribute laundry evenly. An Eco indicator light shows when the machine achieves 10% energy savings through adjusted washing parameters. The machine has some limitations: it generates 78 dB noise during spinning, lacks a self-cleaning function and anti-stain cycle, and includes only one quick wash program (Mixed 30'). It uses 51L of water per cycle, and the manufacturer does not mention any special drum design for fabric protection. The machine also does not include an outdoor/sport cycle.

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