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LG V3 F4WV310SAE review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£800Capacity:10.5 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

LG V3 F4WV310SAE Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

LG V3 F4WV310SAE
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 69% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Technical score

25%

9.1

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

▲Better than 69% of washing machines
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.6

Price

▼Worse than 85%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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 52% of models
Score components

25%

9.6

Performance

25%

7.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

▲Better than 52%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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 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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★ Better than 92% of models

70%

8.8

Rating

30%

9.8

Popularity

★Better than 92%
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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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Technical Specifications of washing machine LG V3 F4WV310SAE

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 52% of models
Score components:

25%

9.6

Performance

25%

7.4

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.6

Price

7.0
Capacity
10.5 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 10.5 kg, which is more than 89.8% of washing machines and equal to 0.9% 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
53 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 53 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 59.8% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
116.6 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 116.6 kWh/year, which is higher than 59.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
29.2 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £29.2, which is higher than 59.5% of washing machines and equal to 1% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
53 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 53 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 91.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 60.7% of washing machines and equal to 20.4% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Silent Wash, Allergy Care, Baby Steam Care, Delicates, Wool, Special Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Tub Cleaning, 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
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.
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
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, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Smart diagnosis function, AI Technology, Steam technology, Night/Silent option, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
Foam control system
no
This washing machine does not feature 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 V3 F4WV310SAE vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2.5 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10.5 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10.5 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)
  • 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)
  • Has a night/silent option
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 23.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
    Silent Wash cycle
  • 12.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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 7.9, 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
    ★ Better than 92% of models

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    9.8

    Popularity

    9.1 vs 8.1
  • 2.5 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10.5 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10.5 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
  • Has a night/silent option
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 23.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
    Silent Wash cycle
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 43.8% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Silent Wash, Allergy Care, Baby Steam Care, Delicates, Wool, Special Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Tub Cleaning, Rinse + Spin.
    14 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.
  • 6 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (53 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    53 L vs 47 L
  • 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.
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 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
  • 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.
    Quick 14
    1 vs 2
  • Does not have a hygiene cycle
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • 95.1% more expensive
    LG V3 F4WV310SAE is more expensive than the average washing machine (£800 vs £410).
    £800 vs £410
  • 8.4% worse value for money
    LG V3 F4WV310SAE has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7 vs 7.6).
    7 vs 7.59
  • 6 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (53 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    53 L vs 47 L
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (53 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    53 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 12.8% higher yearly water use
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (11,660 L/year vs 10,340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10,340 L/year of water a year.
    11,660 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 2.51 £ higher yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (22.2 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    22.154 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Mixed, Synthetics, Silent Wash, Allergy Care, Baby Steam Care, Delicates, Wool, Special Sports, Quick 14', Duvets, Tub Cleaning, Rinse + Spin.
    14 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.
  • 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.
    Quick 14
    1 vs 2
  • Does not have a hygiene cycle
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • 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 feature a foam control system
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 4.5% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (70 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    70 kg vs 67 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG V3 F4WV310SAE

  • Energy efficiency class A, at 53 kWh per 100 cycles, keeps power use low.
  • A 68 L drum gives plenty of room per load.
  • A 10.5 kg capacity handles everyday family loads.
  • Spin noise is 71 dB, and the noise class is A.
  • Five spin speeds, steam and AI technology come built in.
  • A Night/Silent option suits late loads.

What customers don't like about LG V3 F4WV310SAE

  • The lack of foam control leaves suds unchecked.
  • Water use is 53 L per cycle, or 11660 L a year.
  • Eco cycles take 240 min.
  • The delay start stops at 19 h.
  • There is no Wi-Fi and no fast function.

Verdict

Maximizing drum volume within standard exterior dimensions, the LG V3 F4WV310SAE front-loading washing machine accommodates an expansive ten-and-a-half-kilogram laundry load within a 56.5-centimeter cabinet depth. Achieving elite class-A energy efficiency with fifty-three kilowatt-hours per hundred cycles, it relies on LG's Inverter Direct Drive motor covered by a ten-year warranty. The built-in AI DD system evaluates fabric texture and load density, orchestrating customized drum rotations to minimize mechanical friction and garment deterioration. Achieving a top-tier class-A spin-drying rating at 1400 revolutions per minute, it operates at a subdued seventy-one decibels in acoustic class A. Dedicated Steam technology delivers deep-cleaning hygiene and allergy alleviation across specialized baby care and anti-allergy cycles. With fourteen versatile washing programs, an expedited fourteen-minute quick wash, night quiet mode, and convenient Pause and Add functionality, it provides high-capacity convenience for demanding family households.

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