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Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£580Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 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.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

100%

8.1

Technical score

â–²Better than 70% of washing-machines
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

8.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.3

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

8.4

Design

â–²Better than 70% of washing-machines
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Review score

Review score
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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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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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    N/A~ £580

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

8.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.3

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

8.4

Design

8.1
Review score
Review score
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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
1.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

6.4

Price

7.6
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.7% of washing machines and equal to 24.6% of washing machines.
Drum volume
65 L
Drum volume
65 L
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 65 L drum, which is larger than 74.7% of washing machines and equal to 8.2% 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 10.5% of washing machines and the same as in 83.8% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
â–² Better than 32% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.5% of washing machines and equal to 63.2% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
â–² Better than 29% of models
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 28.9% of washing machines and equal to 70.6% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 46% of models
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 45.8% of washing machines and the same as 54.2% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
48 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
48 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 48 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 70.2% of washing machines and equal to 2.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
105.6 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
105.6 kWh/year
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 105.6 kWh/year, which is lower than 75% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
26.4 £
Annual energy cost
26.4 £
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £26.4, which is lower than 75.1% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 48 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 54.3% of washing machines and equal to 13.4% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
N. of washing programs
14
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 59.9% of washing machines and equal to 21.8% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Easy Care, Quick/Mixed, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene, Shirts/Business, Outdoor, Easy Care Plus, Drum Cleaning, Super 15'/30'.
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
â–¼ Worse than 9% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.4% of washing machines and equal to 90.6% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
â–² Better than 43% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.5% of washing machines and equal to 35.1% of washing machines.
Quick/Mixed, Super 15'/30'
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 15 min, which is shorter than 24.5% of washing machines and equal to 44.3% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
224 min
ECO cycle duration
224 min
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 224 min, which is longer than 57.1% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
11
N. of advanced features
11
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 11 advanced features, which is more than 42.6% of washing machines and equal to 11% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This washing machine features a foam control system. 78.9% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% of washing machines have this feature.
WaterPerfect Plus (smart system with 256 load detection levels for optimal water usage in washing machines)
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 9% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.1% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
â–² Better than 13% of models
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 12.8% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 87.2% 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 3.2% 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 9.3% of washing machines and the same as the design in 90.8% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.
Display LED simpleTouch
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.6% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 5 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    70 dB
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (70 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 33.1% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    x
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
    aquaStop (lifetime guarantee against water damage)
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.2% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    48 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (65 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    65 L vs 58 L
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    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
    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% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 5 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    70 dB
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (70 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    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
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (65 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    65 L vs 58 L
  • 4 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    49 dB
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (49 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    49 dB vs 53 dB
  • 1 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    5
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 – >6
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,200, 1,400 rpm
    5 vs 4
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    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
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    48 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    48 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 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% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 45.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
    aquaStop (lifetime guarantee against water damage)
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 33.1% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    x
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.2% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    Height
    84.5 cm
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    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 steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    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, Easy Care, Quick/Mixed, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene, Shirts/Business, Outdoor, Easy Care Plus, Drum Cleaning, Super 15'/30'.
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    Anti-Allergy cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 60.7% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • More basic extra feature
    Additional feature 1
    voltMonitor
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (voltMonitor vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    voltMonitor regulates voltage fluctuations to protect the appliance from unstable electrical supply.
    voltMonitor vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 9.2% heavier
    Weight
    72.6 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    48 L
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (48 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    48 L vs 47 L
  • 6.3% larger volume
    Volume
    298,132.9 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 38.1% more expensive
    Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£580 vs £420).
    £580 vs £420
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    48 L
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (48 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    48 L vs 47 L
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    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, Easy Care, Quick/Mixed, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene, Shirts/Business, Outdoor, Easy Care Plus, Drum Cleaning, Super 15'/30'.
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    Anti-Allergy cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 60.7% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • 6 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    224 min
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (224 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    224 min vs 218 min
  • More basic extra feature
    Additional feature 1
    voltMonitor
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (voltMonitor vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    voltMonitor regulates voltage fluctuations to protect the appliance from unstable electrical supply.
    voltMonitor vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 9.2% heavier
    Weight
    72.6 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 6.3% larger volume
    Volume
    298,132.9 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    Depth
    59 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59 cm vs 56.5 cm

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Third-party reviews

What we like about Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500

  • 48 L of water per cycle keeps water bills down.
  • Yearly running costs are low for the category.
  • 14 washing programmes cover most fabrics.
  • The wash at 49 dB is quiet enough to run at night.
  • The AquaStop system guards against leaks from the hose.
  • The interior light lets you check the wash without opening the door.

What we don't like about Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500

  • At 72.6 kg it is hard to move.
  • There is no steam technology for refreshing clothes between washes.
  • No Wi-Fi, so it cannot be started or checked from a phone.
  • No automatic dosing, so detergent is measured by hand.
  • Spin-drying efficiency class B leaves clothes a little damper.

Verdict

The Siemens WG44G2M40 iQ500 is a 9kg washing machine that excels in quiet operation, with noise levels of just 70 dB during spinning and 49 dB during washing cycles, earning an A-class noise rating. The machine combines energy efficiency with strong performance, using 48 kWh per 100 cycles and featuring five spin speed settings from 400 to 1400 RPM. Its spacious 65L drum accommodates larger loads, while the VarioSpeed function can reduce washing time by up to 60%. The machine includes 14 specialized programs including Cotton, Quick/Mixed, Delicates/Silk, and Wool cycles, plus convenient features like an interior light and AquaStop protection with a lifetime water damage guarantee. The anti-vibration design ensures stable operation. On the downside, the machine lacks steam technology and an allergen cycle, and weighs 72.6 kg. The manufacturer does not specify any special drum design features for fabric care.

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