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LG R5 F4R5011TSMB review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£620Capacity:11 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

LG R5 F4R5011TSMB Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

LG R5 F4R5011TSMB
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

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%

7.8

List score

▲Better than 58% of washing machines
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

6.1

Price

▼Worse than 72%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components

25%

9.6

Performance

25%

8.1

Energy efficiency

20%

6.6

Washing programs

20%

7.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

▲Better than 59%
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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
7.8

List score

List score
7.8/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 16 lists (6%)
★Better than 93%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £620
Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of washing machine LG R5 F4R5011TSMB

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
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

9.6

Performance

25%

8.1

Energy efficiency

20%

6.6

Washing programs

20%

7.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

6.1

Price

7.3
Capacity
11 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 11 kg, which is more than 90.8% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
68 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 68 L drum, which is larger than 83.3% of washing machines and equal to 4% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
A
This washing machine has spin-drying class A, which is more efficient than in 93.9% of washing machines and the same as in 6.1% 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
47 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 47 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 65.5% of washing machines and equal to 9.8% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
103.4 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 103.4 kWh/year, which is lower than 65.8% of washing machines and equal to 9.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
25.9 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £25.9, which is lower than 66.1% of washing machines and equal to 9.5% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
54 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 54 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 93.3% of washing machines and equal to 2.1% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
12
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 12 wash programmes, which is fewer than 82.9% of washing machines and equal to 6.8% of washing machines.
AI Wash, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Hygiene, Delicates, Cotton Turbo, Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Rinse + Spin.
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 14'
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 69.8% of washing machines and equal to 29.6% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
240 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 240 min, which is longer than 92.8% of washing machines and equal to 6.6% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
13
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 13 advanced features, which is more than 56.3% of washing machines and equal to 5.1% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Water Jet system, Smart diagnosis function, AI Technology, Steam technology, Extra rinse function, Stain removal 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
black
This washing machine comes in black, which is less conventional than the colour in 85.9% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 5% of washing machines.
black door
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 R5 F4R5011TSMB vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 3 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (11 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    11 kg vs 8 kg
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • Uses AI technology
    This washing machine uses an AI technology, the average washing machine does not. 22% of washing machines use an AI technology.
    AI DD (uses sensors to detect the weight and softness of your laundry, then adjusts wash motions for optimal cleaning, providing 18% more fabric protection)
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 18.8% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
    TurboWash™ 360˚ (uses high-pressure nozzles and efficient water circulation to reduce washing time by up to 20 minutes while maintaining excellent cleaning performance)
  • 10 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (68 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    68 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.
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 40.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    Smart diagnosis (enables the washing machine to send its diagnostic data directly to the Call Center through your phone when issues occur)
  • 3 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (11 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    11 kg vs 8 kg
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 10 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (68 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    68 L vs 58 L
  • 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
  • Better noise class
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (47 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    47 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 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. 22% of washing machines use an AI technology.
    AI DD (uses sensors to detect the weight and softness of your laundry, then adjusts wash motions for optimal cleaning, providing 18% more fabric protection)
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 18.8% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
    TurboWash™ 360˚ (uses high-pressure nozzles and efficient water circulation to reduce washing time by up to 20 minutes while maintaining excellent cleaning performance)
  • 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.
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 40.2% of washing machines have this feature.
    Smart diagnosis (enables the washing machine to send its diagnostic data directly to the Call Center through your phone when issues occur)
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    AI Wash, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Hygiene, Delicates, Cotton Turbo, Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Rinse + Spin.
    12 vs 15
  • 7 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (54 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    54 L vs 47 L
  • 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-crease feature
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 68.1% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • 5 h shorter maximum delay
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (19 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    19 h vs 24 h
  • 22 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (240 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    240 min vs 218 min
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (Stainless steel agitators vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    Stainless steel agitators for better hygiene compared to plastic
    Stainless steel agitators vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • Does not have a wool cycle
    This washing machine does not have a wool cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 96.4% of washing machines have a wool cycle.
  • 51.2% more expensive
    LG R5 F4R5011TSMB is more expensive than the average washing machine (£620 vs £410).
    £620 vs £410
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    LG R5 F4R5011TSMB has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.33 vs 7.6).
    7.33 vs 7.59
  • 7 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (54 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    54 L vs 47 L
  • 14.9% higher yearly water use
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (11,880 L/year vs 10,340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10,340 L/year of water a year.
    11,880 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 2.93 £ higher yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (22.6 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    22.572 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    AI Wash, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Hygiene, Delicates, Cotton Turbo, Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Rinse + Spin.
    12 vs 15
  • 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-crease feature
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 68.1% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • 22 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (240 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    240 min vs 218 min
  • Does not have a wool cycle
    This washing machine does not have a wool cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 96.4% of washing machines have a wool cycle.
  • 5 h shorter maximum delay
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (19 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    19 h vs 24 h
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (Stainless steel agitators vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    Stainless steel agitators for better hygiene compared to plastic
    Stainless steel agitators vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 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
  • More unusual colour
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (black vs white).
    black door
    black vs white
  • 3% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (69 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    69 kg vs 67 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG R5 F4R5011TSMB

  • 11 kg of capacity takes big loads in one go.
  • The 68 L drum leaves plenty of space for bulky items.
  • Spin noise of 71 dB is calm enough for a late wash.
  • The inverter motor comes with a 10-year warranty.
  • Five spin speeds up to 1400 RPM let you pick how dry the clothes come out.
  • Water jets and steam give extra ways to treat the load.

What customers don't like about LG R5 F4R5011TSMB

  • Each cycle uses 54 L of water, or 11880 L a year.
  • The ECO cycle takes 240 min.
  • There is no wool cycle for delicate knits.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be run from a phone.
  • There is no AquaStop to guard against hose leaks.

Verdict

Showcasing a sophisticated dark graphite black aesthetic, the LG R5 F4R5011TSMB front-loading washing machine accommodates an expansive eleven-kilogram laundry load within a compact 56.5-centimeter cabinet depth. Achieving elite class-A energy efficiency with forty-seven kilowatt-hours per hundred cycles, it is driven by LG's Inverter Direct Drive motor covered by a ten-year warranty. Operating up to 1400 revolutions per minute, it secures top-tier class-A spin-drying efficiency with a quiet seventy-one decibel sound profile. The integrated AI DD technology senses both garment weight and textile texture, adjusting rotational motions automatically to decrease fiber wear by eighteen percent. Direct water spray jets accelerate saturation to complete swift express cycles in as little as fourteen minutes. Enhanced with Steam allergy sanitization, durable stainless steel drum lifters, a scratch-resistant tempered glass door, and Pause and Add convenience, it merges generous capacity with modern elegance.

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