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Siemens WM14Y74D review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£570Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Siemens WM14Y74D Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Siemens WM14Y74D
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Technical score

25%

7.6

User score

5%

?

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

▲Better than 72% of washing machines
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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 50% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

▲Better than 50%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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 84% of models
Score components

25%

8.8

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.5

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.2

Design

▲Better than 84%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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 86% of models

80%

7.3

Rating

20%

8.5

Popularity

▼Worse than 86%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Ranked #131 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Siemens WM14Y74D

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

25%

8.8

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

8.5

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.2

Design

8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

7.7
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 27.2% of washing machines and equal to 26.3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
65 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 65 L drum, which is larger than 73.7% of washing machines and equal to 9.2% 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
?
Annual energy consumption
189 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 189 kWh/year, which is higher than 95.8% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
47.2 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £47.2, which is higher than 95.5% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
?
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N. of washing programs
?
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
?
ECO cycle duration
180 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 180 min, which is shorter than 98.3% of washing machines and equal to 0.5% 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
yes
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.8% 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% 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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Siemens WM14Y74D vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • 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
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Has an interior light
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.8% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 38 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (180 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    180 min vs 218 min
  • 7 L more drum space
    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
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 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
  • 7 L more drum space
    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
    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
  • 38 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (180 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    180 min vs 218 min
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • Has an interior light
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.8% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 53.8% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 22.4% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (82 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    82 kg vs 67 kg
  • 7.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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 86% of models

    80%

    7.3

    Rating

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    7.6 vs 8.2
  • 7.3% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (300900 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    300,900 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 19.1 £ higher yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (47.2 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    47.2 £ vs 28.1 £
  • 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
  • 68.4% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (189 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    189 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 39% more expensive
    Siemens WM14Y74D is more expensive than the average washing machine (£570 vs £410).
    £570 vs £410
  • 7.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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 86% of models

    80%

    7.3

    Rating

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    7.6 vs 8.2
  • 39% more expensive
    Siemens WM14Y74D is more expensive than the average washing machine (£570 vs £410).
    £570 vs £410
  • 68.4% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (189 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    189 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 19.1 £ higher yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (47.2 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    47.2 £ vs 28.1 £
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 53.8% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 22.4% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (82 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    82 kg vs 67 kg
  • 7.3% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (300900 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    300,900 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 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
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    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

Third-party reviews

What we like about Siemens WM14Y74D

  • An 8 kg drum takes a large load of towels or bedding in one wash.
  • Washing noise of 49 dB makes evening runs easy.
  • The door opens a full 180 °, so bulky items go in easily.
  • The interior light lets you check the drum without opening the door.
  • A delay start of up to 24 h lets you run it overnight or while you are out.
  • The anti-stain function and Anti-Allergy cycle cover two common washing worries.

What we don't like about Siemens WM14Y74D

  • At 82 kg it is hard to move and needs a fixed spot.
  • Yearly energy use of 189 kWh/year adds up for a daily washer.
  • The spin runs at 71 dB, so the final minutes are loud.
  • The door hinges on the left, which can be awkward in a tight corner.

Verdict

A family that runs the washer most days and wants it quiet should look at the Siemens WM14Y74D. This full-size front-loader has an 8 kg drum, enough for a large load of towels or bedding. Washing noise is 49 dB, so it is easy to run in the evening, and the spin stays at 71 dB. The door opens a full 180 °, which makes loading a bulky duvet easy. The interior light lets you check the drum without opening the door. An ECO cycle takes 180 min, a fair time for a full load. The trade-off is weight. At 82 kg it is hard to move once it is in place, so it suits a utility room. Yearly energy use of 189 kWh/year is worth a look if you wash daily.

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