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LG M3 F4WM309SAE review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

LG M3 F4WM309SAE Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

LG M3 F4WM309SAE
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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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▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

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

▲Better than 66% of washing machines
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

▲Better than 83%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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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▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.5

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

6.2

Features

10%

7.1

Design

▲Better than 70%
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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.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £350
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Technical Specifications of washing machine LG M3 F4WM309SAE

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.5

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

6.2

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

8.1
Capacity
9 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.6% of washing machines and equal to 23.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
61 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 61 L drum, which is larger than 54.1% of washing machines and equal to 7.2% 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
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
50 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 49.8% of washing machines and equal to 0.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
110 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 110 kWh/year, which is lower than 50.1% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
27.5 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £27.5, which is lower than 50.6% of washing machines and equal to 0.7% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
36 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 36 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 97.6% of washing machines and equal to 0.7% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
15
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 39.5% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Prewash + Cotton, Cotton 20°C, Colours, Wool, Rinse, Allergy Care, Spin + Drain, Hand Wash, Synthetics, Duvets, Jeans/Special Dark, Quick 60, Quick 12.
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.
Quick 12, Quick 60
Fastest cycle duration
12 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 12 min, which is shorter than 99.6% of washing machines and equal to 0.3% of washing machines.
Fast 12' (washes up to 2 kg of lightly soiled cotton or linen at 30°C in 12 minutes) and Fast 60' (washes up to 4 kg at temperatures up to 60°C in about an hour)
ECO cycle duration
228 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 228 min, which is longer than 58.7% of washing machines and equal to 18.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
12
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 12 advanced features, which is more than 49.1% of washing machines and equal to 7% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Energy saving mode, Eco indicator, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal 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.
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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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LG M3 F4WM309SAE vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 11 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (36 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    36 L vs 47 L
  • Has an energy-saving mode
    This washing machine includes an energy-saving mode, the average washing machine does not. 16.6% of washing machines come with an energy-saving mode.
    Save+ mode (slightly extends the wash program duration but uses less energy and water for the wash cycle)
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Energy/Water Efficiency Bar (displays energy and water consumption visually - longer bar indicates higher consumption)
  • 3 min shorter quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter fastest cycle than the average washing machine (12 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    Fast 12' (washes up to 2 kg of lightly soiled cotton or linen at 30°C in 12 minutes) and Fast 60' (washes up to 4 kg at temperatures up to 60°C in about an hour)
    12 min vs 15 min
  • 1 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 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.
  • 1 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • 6.8% better value for money
    LG M3 F4WM309SAE has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.1 vs 7.6).
    8.1 vs 7.59
  • 1 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • 3 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (61 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    61 L vs 58 L
  • 11 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (36 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    36 L vs 47 L
  • 23.4% lower yearly water use
    This washing machine uses less water per year than the average washing machine (7,920 L/year vs 10,340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10,340 L/year of water a year.
    7,920 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 4.6 £ lower yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs less for water than the average washing machine (15 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    15.048 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 3 min shorter quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter fastest cycle than the average washing machine (12 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    Fast 12' (washes up to 2 kg of lightly soiled cotton or linen at 30°C in 12 minutes) and Fast 60' (washes up to 4 kg at temperatures up to 60°C in about an hour)
    12 min vs 15 min
  • 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.
  • Jeans cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 46.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • Has an energy-saving mode
    This washing machine includes an energy-saving mode, the average washing machine does not. 16.6% of washing machines come with an energy-saving mode.
    Save+ mode (slightly extends the wash program duration but uses less energy and water for the wash cycle)
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Energy/Water Efficiency Bar (displays energy and water consumption visually - longer bar indicates higher consumption)
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 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 pause-and-add feature
    This washing machine does not have a Pause & Add feature, the average washing machine does. 89.6% of washing machines have a Pause & Add feature.
  • 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.
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (23 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    23 h vs 24 h
  • 9.7% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (73.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    73.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (228 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    228 min vs 218 min
  • 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 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.
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (228 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    228 min vs 218 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.
  • Does not have a pause-and-add feature
    This washing machine does not have a Pause & Add feature, the average washing machine does. 89.6% of washing machines have a Pause & Add feature.
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (23 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    23 h vs 24 h
  • 9.7% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (73.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    73.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 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
  • 5.5% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (295,800 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    295,800 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG M3 F4WM309SAE

  • Water use is low at 36 L per cycle.
  • The fastest cycle takes 12 min.
  • The energy class is A, so running costs stay modest.
  • Steam and an anti-crease function help keep clothes smooth.
  • Foam control keeps suds in check.
  • An energy saving mode and an ECO indicator help you use less power.

What customers don't like about LG M3 F4WM309SAE

  • At 73.5 kg it is heavy to move.
  • The spin is loud at 76 dB.
  • There is no gentle cycle for delicate fabrics.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle.
  • There is no Wi-Fi connection.

Verdict

The LG M3 F4WM309SAE is a modern and efficient 9 kg washing machine that excels in energy savings with a consumption of just 50 kWh per 100 cycles and particularly low water usage of 36 litres per cycle. The inverter motor and A energy rating ensure optimal performance, while steam technology certified by the British Allergy Foundation eliminates 99.9% of allergens and dust mites. The machine includes smart features such as load balancing and an ECO indicator to monitor usage. However, its weight of 73.5 kg makes it cumbersome, it produces 76 dB during spinning, and lacks essential programs like Delicates and Outdoor/Sport. It also does not include auto-diagnosis, the ability to save preferred settings, self-cleaning, or the option to add items mid-cycle.

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