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Hotpoint AQS73D29 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£460Capacity:7 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:?Type:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Hotpoint AQS73D29 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.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

100%

7.1

Technical score

â–¼Worse than 74% of washing-machines
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

25%

6.7

Performance

25%

?

Energy efficiency

20%

7.4

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 74% of washing-machines
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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.
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Hotpoint AQS73D29

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Performance

25%

?

Energy efficiency

20%

7.4

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

7.1
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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
6.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Popularity:
Hotpoint AQS73D29 has a popularity of 6 points, which is higher than 69.6% of washing machines.
6.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

7.4

Price

7.2
Capacity
7 kg
Capacity
7 kg
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
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
48 L
Drum volume
48 L
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 48 L drum, which is smaller than 78.8% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
â–² Better than 10% of models
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
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 71.1% of washing machines and equal to 22.3% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
?
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Energy efficiency class
?
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
?
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
?
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N. of washing programs
16
N. of washing programs
16
â–² Better than 76% of models
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.
Durable Synthetics, Whites, Colours, Dark, Shirts, Duvet, Bed & Bath, Rinse, Spin & Drain, Anti-Allergy, Ultra Delicates, Wool, Mixed 30', Eco Cotton 60°C, Eco Cotton 40°C, Eco Cotton 20°C.
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
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
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
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.
Mixed 30'
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 83.7% of washing machines and equal to 14.5% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
186 min
ECO cycle duration
186 min
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 186 min, which is shorter than 97.6% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
10
N. of advanced features
10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 10 advanced features, which is fewer than 57.5% of washing machines and equal to 10.8% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
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
â–² Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
yes
Load balancing system
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.8% 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, silver
Color
white, silver
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
This washing machine comes in white, silver, which is less conventional than the colour in 98.7% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 0.1% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
Type
self-standing
â–² Better than 3% of models
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
â–² Better than 9% of models
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
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Hotpoint AQS73D29 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Durable Synthetics, Whites, Colours, Dark, Shirts, Duvet, Bed & Bath, Rinse, Spin & Drain, Anti-Allergy, Ultra Delicates, Wool, Mixed 30', Eco Cotton 60°C, Eco Cotton 40°C, Eco Cotton 20°C.
    16 vs 15
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% 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
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Eco indicator light (illuminates when washing parameters are adjusted to achieve at least 10% energy savings)
  • 32 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    186 min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (186 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    186 min vs 218 min
  • Colors cycle
    Colors cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 19.6% smaller volume
    Volume
    225,564.5 cm³
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (225564.5 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    225,564.5 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 11.9 cm shallower
    Depth
    44.6 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (44.6 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    44.6 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 6x more popular
    Hotpoint AQS73D29 is more popular than the average washing machine (6 vs 1).
    6 vs 1
  • 3 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    50 dB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (50 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    50 dB vs 53 dB
  • 1 more wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    16
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Durable Synthetics, Whites, Colours, Dark, Shirts, Duvet, Bed & Bath, Rinse, Spin & Drain, Anti-Allergy, Ultra Delicates, Wool, Mixed 30', Eco Cotton 60°C, Eco Cotton 40°C, Eco Cotton 20°C.
    16 vs 15
  • 32 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    186 min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (186 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    186 min vs 218 min
  • Colors cycle
    Colors cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% 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
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Eco indicator light (illuminates when washing parameters are adjusted to achieve at least 10% energy savings)
  • 19.6% smaller volume
    Volume
    225,564.5 cm³
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (225564.5 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    225,564.5 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 11.9 cm shallower
    Depth
    44.6 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (44.6 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    44.6 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    Width
    59.5 cm
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 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
  • 5.8% lighter
    Weight
    63.1 kg
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (63.1 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    63.1 kg vs 67 kg
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k 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
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    78 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    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
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Does not have a fast function
    Fast function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 60.2% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    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 a hygiene cycle
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • 5.9% worse value for money
    Hotpoint AQS73D29 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.16 vs 7.6).
    7.16 vs 7.59
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k 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
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    78 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    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
  • 10 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    48 L
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (48 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    48 L vs 58 L
  • 1 kg less capacity
    Capacity
    7 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    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
  • Worse noise class
    Noise emission class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have a fast function
    Fast function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This washing machine does not have a fast function, the average washing machine does. 60.2% of washing machines have a fast function.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    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 a hygiene cycle
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.9% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    30 min
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <14 min – >30 min
    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
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    10
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    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, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
    10 vs 11
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • More unusual colour
    Color
    white, silver
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (white, silver vs white).
    white, silver vs white
  • Less suitable door hinge
    Door hinge
    right
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This washing machine has a less suitable door hinge than the average washing machine (right vs left).
    right vs left

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What we like about Hotpoint AQS73D29

  • At 44.6 cm deep it fits tight spaces.
  • Washing noise is 50 dB, so the wash is easy to live with.
  • The ECO cycle takes 186 min.
  • The inverter motor comes with a 10-year warranty.
  • An ECO indicator shows the greener setting.
  • Anti-stain and load balancing functions are both included.

What we don't like about Hotpoint AQS73D29

  • Spin noise reaches 78 dB.
  • A 7 kg capacity and 48 L drum are small for a family.
  • There is no steam function.
  • There is no Wi-Fi connection.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle.

Verdict

The Hotpoint AQS73D29 is a 7 kg washing machine that combines efficiency and versatility with 16 specialised wash programs, including specific cycles for whites, colours, and dark clothes. Its inverter motor, guaranteed for 10 years, delivers reliable performance over time, while the load balancing system reduces vibrations during operation. The machine excels in quiet washing at just 50 dB and includes an ECO indicator to signal when settings allow a 10% energy saving. The ECO cycle completed in 186 minutes is a strength for those seeking speed and efficiency. Key limitations include high noise levels during spinning (78 dB), a maximum spin speed of 1200 rpm, and a 48-litre drum that might be restrictive. The lack of features like self-cleaning, steam technology, and an outdoor cycle are additional considerations.

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