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Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£360Capacity:12 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT
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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▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Technical score

25%

7.8

User score

5%

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

▼Worse than 56% of washing machines
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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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▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

▲Better than 66%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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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▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

25%

8.7

Performance

25%

8.2

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.9

Features

10%

5.8

Design

▼Worse than 51%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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 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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▼ Worse than 80% of models

7.8

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.4 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.2

Rating

20%

7.0

Popularity

▼Worse than 80%
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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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Best prices
    N/A~ £360
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Washing machines model ranking

Ranked #624 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

25%

8.7

Performance

25%

8.2

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

6.9

Features

10%

5.8

Design

7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

7.9
Capacity
12 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 12 kg, which is more than 93.8% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
75 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 75 L drum, which is larger than 93.3% of washing machines and equal to 0.2% of washing machines.
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
83.6 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 83.6 kWh/year, which is lower than 97% of washing machines and equal to 0.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
20.9 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £20.9, which is lower than 97.2% of washing machines and equal to 0.5% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
56 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 56 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 95.7% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
?
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
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 83.7% of washing machines and equal to 14.5% 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 85.4% of washing machines and equal to 7.2% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
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
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
?
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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
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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Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT 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 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (12 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    12 kg vs 8 kg
  • 17 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (75 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    75 L vs 58 L
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.5 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.5 cm vs 85 cm
  • 25.5% lower energy use
    This washing machine uses less energy than the average washing machine (83.6 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    83.6 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 7.2 £ lower yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs less to run than the average washing machine (20.9 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    20.9 £ vs 28.1 £
  • 4 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (12 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    12 kg vs 8 kg
  • 17 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (75 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    75 L vs 58 L
  • 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
  • 25.5% lower energy use
    This washing machine uses less energy than the average washing machine (83.6 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    83.6 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 7.2 £ lower yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs less to run than the average washing machine (20.9 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    20.9 £ vs 28.1 £
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.5 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.5 cm vs 85 cm
  • Does not have a special drum design
    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.
  • 9 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (56 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    56 L vs 47 L
  • 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
  • No overflow protection
    This washing machine lacks overflow protection, while the average washing machine includes it. 84.8% of washing machines come with overflow protection.
  • 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. 72.9% 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
  • 17.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (79 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    79 kg vs 67 kg
  • 4.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models

    7.8

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.4 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Rating

    20%

    7.0

    Popularity

    7.8 vs 8.2
  • 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 more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (56 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    56 L vs 47 L
  • 19.1% higher yearly water use
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (12320 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    12,320 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 3.76 £ higher yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (23.4 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    23.408 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 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. 72.9% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 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
  • 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
  • No overflow protection
    This washing machine lacks overflow protection, while the average washing machine includes it. 84.8% of washing machines come with overflow protection.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    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.
  • 13.9% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (319410 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    319,410 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 17.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (79 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    79 kg vs 67 kg
  • 6.5 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 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 we like about Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT

  • A 12 kg capacity suits a big family wash.
  • A 75 L drum gives room for bulky loads.
  • 38 kWh per 100 cycles keeps power use low.
  • Steam technology is included as an option.
  • The gentle cycle and cold wash suit delicate clothes.
  • Delay start lets you choose when a cycle runs.

What we don't like about Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT

  • 56 L of water per cycle is a lot.
  • At 79 kg it is hard to move.
  • The 63 cm depth may not fit a shallow gap.
  • The ECO cycle takes 239 min.
  • Spin noise of 76 dB is clearly heard across the room.

Verdict

Its 75 L drum is the first thing to notice on the Hotpoint HB 123 CARE IT, along with 12 kg capacity. At 38 kWh per 100 cycles, its electricity use is low for a large drum. Water is the catch, with 56 L a cycle. Steam technology, a gentle cycle and a cold wash widen what it can handle. Spin noise is 76 dB, so the spin is clearly heard across a room. The fastest cycle is 30 min and the ECO cycle takes 239 min, so plan ahead. At 79 kg and 63 cm deep, it is heavy and takes up plenty of room. It spins at 1400 RPM and runs on an inverter motor. It suits a family that washes big loads and does not need a quick wash.

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