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Siemens WM6YH840 review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£790Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1600 RPMEnergy efficiency class:?Type:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Siemens WM6YH840 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Siemens WM6YH840
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

25%

8.2

User score

5%

?

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

▲Better than 77% of washing machines
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.7

Price

▼Worse than 78%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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 78% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

8.0

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.9

Features

10%

8.1

Design

▲Better than 78%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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 8.0, 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
▼ Worse than 58% of models

80%

8.7

Rating

20%

6.1

Popularity

▼Worse than 58%
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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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Ranked #107 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Siemens WM6YH840

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

8.0

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

8.9

Features

10%

8.1

Design

8.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

4.7

Price

7.2
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
A
This washing machine has spin-drying class A, which is more efficient than in 93.7% of washing machines and the same as in 6.4% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,600 RPM, which is faster than 96% of washing machines and equal to 4% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
?
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Energy efficiency class
?
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
?
Annual energy consumption
137 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 137 kWh/year, which is higher than 75.3% of washing machines and equal to 0.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 45 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 58.6% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
13
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 13 wash programmes, which is fewer than 81.3% of washing machines and equal to 1.6% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 15 min, which is shorter than 25.4% of washing machines and equal to 44.8% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
210 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 210 min, which is shorter than 67.4% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% 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 WM6YH840 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.9% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • 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.
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 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.
  • Mini-load function
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 6 dB quieter washing
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (47 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    47 dB vs 53 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
  • 1 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (73 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    73 dB vs 74 dB
  • 2 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (45 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    45 L vs 47 L
  • Mini-load function
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • Has a night/silent option
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 26.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
  • 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.
  • 8 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (210 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    210 min vs 218 min
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.9% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • 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 ECO indicator
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
  • 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.
  • 0.2 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.8 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.8 cm vs 85 cm
  • 2 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (13 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    13 vs 15
  • 23.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (83 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    83 kg vs 67 kg
  • 92.7% more expensive
    Siemens WM6YH840 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£790 vs £410).
    £790 vs £410
  • 6.7% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (299191.4 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    299,191.36 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 6.7% worse value for money
    Siemens WM6YH840 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.18 vs 7.7).
    7.18 vs 7.66
  • 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
  • 22.1% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (137 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    137 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 92.7% more expensive
    Siemens WM6YH840 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£790 vs £410).
    £790 vs £410
  • 6.7% worse value for money
    Siemens WM6YH840 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.18 vs 7.7).
    7.18 vs 7.66
  • 22.1% higher energy use
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (137 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    137 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 2 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (13 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    13 vs 15
  • 23.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (83 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    83 kg vs 67 kg
  • 6.7% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (299191.4 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    299,191.36 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
macmaniacs.at
≈ estimated
27/05/2016
Weeks of use · Smart washer
Verdict
The Siemens WM6YH840 is a quiet machine with clean results and many programs, best for buyers who want app alerts; it has no drum light or Siri support.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Siemens WM6YH840

  • Spin speed of 1600 RPM leaves clothes drier.
  • Washing noise of 47 dB is quiet enough for a flat.
  • The door opens to 180 °, so loading is easy.
  • The automatic dosing system takes the guesswork out of detergent.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity is an uncommon extra for a washer.
  • The motor carries a 10-year warranty.

What we don't like about Siemens WM6YH840

  • At 83 kg it is hard to move once installed.
  • Thirteen washing programs give a shorter list of choices.
  • There is no energy saving mode, so power use cannot be trimmed with a setting.
  • Spin noise of 73 dB is loud enough to hear from another room.

Verdict

Quiet running is what people notice first about the Siemens WM6YH840, which washes at 47 dB. It takes 8 kg of laundry in a 65 L drum, and the spin reaches 1600 RPM, so clothes come out drier and dry faster on the line. The door opens to 180 °, which makes loading a large duvet or a bulky towel easier. Wi-Fi connectivity and automatic dosing are uncommon extras, and the Night/Silent option and ECO indicator help you keep quiet and frugal. The anti-vibration design and a 10-year motor warranty add confidence. The trade-off is weight: at 83 kg it is hard to move once it is in place. It suits a busy household that wants a large, quiet machine and does not plan to move it often.

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