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Smeg WHT814ASIT Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Smeg WHT814ASIT 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

100%

8.1

Technical score

â–²Better than 64% 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 64% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

9.9

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

6.5

Design

â–²Better than 64% of washing-machines
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Review score

Review score
✕
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.
No expert tests yet
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    N/A~ £370

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Smeg WHT814ASIT

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

9.9

Energy efficiency

20%

8.3

Washing programs

20%

6.4

Features

10%

6.5

Design

8.1
Review score
Review score
✕
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:
Smeg WHT814ASIT has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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 77% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

8.1
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
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
55 L
Drum volume
55 L
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 55 L drum, which is smaller than 59% of washing machines and equal to 6.4% 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% of washing machines and the same as in 83.5% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
â–² Better than 31% of models
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
600 RPM
Minimum spin speed
600 RPM
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 600 RPM, which is higher than 74.6% of washing machines and equal to 14.8% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 38% of models
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
47 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
47 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 47 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 66% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
103.4 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
103.4 kWh/year
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 103.4 kWh/year, which is lower than 69.8% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
25.9 £
Annual energy cost
25.9 £
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £25.9, which is lower than 70.2% of washing machines and equal to 10% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
37 L
Water consumption per cycle
37 L
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 37 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 96.2% of washing machines and equal to 1.3% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
15
N. of washing programs
15
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 39.5% of washing machines and equal to 36.8% of washing machines.
Anti-Allergy, Stain Removal, Shirts, Cotton, Delicates 20°, Eco 40-60, Jeans/Dark Clothes, Wool, Lingerie, Duvets, Quick 14 min, Rinse, Drain + Spin, Synthetics, Sports.
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 10.3% of washing machines and equal to 89.7% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 1 programmes under an hour, which is fewer than 58.5% of washing machines and equal to 41.2% of washing machines.
Quick 14'
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
Fastest cycle duration
14 min
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 14 min, which is shorter than 70.3% of washing machines and equal to 29.1% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
218 min
ECO cycle duration
218 min
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 218 min, which is shorter than 46.5% of washing machines and equal to 13.7% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
12
N. of advanced features
12
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 12 advanced features, which is more than 53.8% of washing machines and equal to 6.4% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Steam technology, 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. 79.1% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
yes
Load balancing system
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This washing machine features a load balancing system. 46.8% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
The auto-balancing system distributes laundry evenly and adjusts spin speed to redistribute unbalanced loads and reduce vibrations in the drum.
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Color
white
Color
white
â–² Better than 14% of models
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
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 3.3% 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% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Smeg WHT814ASIT vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 10 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    37 L
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (37 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    37 L vs 47 L
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
    The auto-balancing system distributes laundry evenly and adjusts spin speed to redistribute unbalanced loads and reduce vibrations in the drum.
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    47 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    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
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    72 dB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 dB
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 min
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <14 min – >30 min
    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
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    72 dB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 dB
  • 10 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    37 L
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (37 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    37 L vs 47 L
  • 3 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    47 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    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
  • 21.3% lower yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    8,140 L/year
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses less water per year than the average washing machine (8140 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    8,140 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 4.18 £ lower yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    15.466 £
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <17.138 £ – >21.736 £
    This washing machine costs less for water than the average washing machine (15.5 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    15.466 £ vs 19.646 £
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 1 min shorter quickest cycle
    Fastest cycle duration
    14 min
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <14 min – >30 min
    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
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
    The auto-balancing system distributes laundry evenly and adjusts spin speed to redistribute unbalanced loads and reduce vibrations in the drum.
  • 1 more advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    12
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (12 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Load balancing system, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function, Quick function.
    12 vs 11
  • 1 cm lower height
    Height
    84 cm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84 cm vs 85 cm
  • 2.5 cm shallower
    Depth
    54 cm
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (54 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    54 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 200 RPM higher minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    600 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (600 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    600 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    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
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    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
  • 3 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    55 L
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (55 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    55 L vs 58 L
  • 3% heavier
    Weight
    69 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    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
  • 200 RPM higher minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    600 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (600 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    600 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • 3 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    55 L
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (55 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    55 L vs 58 L
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    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
    Hygiene cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This washing machine does not have a hygiene cycle, the average washing machine does. 66.4% of washing machines have a hygiene cycle.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    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
  • 3% heavier
    Weight
    69 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    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 we like about Smeg WHT814ASIT

  • Energy class A and 103.4 kWh a year keep power use low.
  • It uses 37 L of water per cycle, about 8140 L over a year.
  • The 8 kg capacity and 55 L drum take a full family load.
  • Steam helps refresh clothes between washes.
  • Anti-stain and anti-crease functions help with shirts and marks.
  • A 1400 RPM spin gets most of the water out before drying.

What we don't like about Smeg WHT814ASIT

  • The 72 dB spin is audible across a room.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be run from a phone.
  • There is no AquaStop system, so hose leaks have no built-in guard.
  • There is no automatic dosing, so you measure detergent each time.
  • There is no anti-vibration design, so it may move on an uneven floor.

Verdict

The Smeg WHT814ASIT combines efficiency and performance in a quality appliance. With an 8 kg capacity, it stands out for its low energy consumption of 47 kWh per 100 cycles and water usage of just 37 litres per cycle. The inverter motor and automatic load balancing system ensure quiet operation, with only 72 dB during spinning. Steam technology enhances washing performance, while the quick function can reduce program duration by over 50%. Some limitations to consider include only four spin speeds (up to 1400 rpm), just one quick cycle under an hour, and the lack of features such as AquaStop or smart diagnostics. The Smeg WHT814ASIT is an excellent choice for users seeking an efficient and quiet washing machine with a focus on consumption, though it has some advanced feature limitations.

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