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Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£370Capacity:10 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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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▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Technical score

25%

7.0

User score

5%

8.7

List score

▼Worse than 80% of washing machines
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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 67% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

▼Worse than 67%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

25%

7.6

Performance

25%

7.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.0

Washing programs

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.2

Design

▼Worse than 75%
7.0

User score

User score
7.0/ 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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▼ Worse than 92% of models

7.0

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.4

Rating

30%

7.0

Popularity

▼Worse than 92%
8.7

List score

List score
8.7/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 15 lists (7%)
★Better than 93%
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

25%

7.6

Performance

25%

7.8

Energy efficiency

20%

7.0

Washing programs

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.2

Design

7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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 67% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

7.4
Capacity
10 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 10 kg, which is more than 77.6% of washing machines and equal to 12.1% of washing machines.
Drum volume
71 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 71 L drum, which is larger than 90.9% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 9.6% of washing machines and the same as in 84.2% 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
600 RPM
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 14.1% 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
51 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 50.3% of washing machines and equal to 7.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
112.2 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year, which is higher than 50.1% of washing machines and equal to 7.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
28.1 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £28.1, which is lower than 43.2% of washing machines and equal to 7.2% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
52 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 52 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 87.2% of washing machines and equal to 4.4% 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.
Mixed, Whites, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Sports, Duvet, Steam Refresh, Spin & Drain, Rinse & Spin, Quick 30', 20°C, Wool, Delicates, Synthetics.
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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.3% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Quick 30', Steam Refresh
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 84.7% of washing machines and equal to 13.6% of washing machines.
30-minute quick wash program for light to normally soiled laundry.
ECO cycle duration
235 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 235 min, which is longer than 79.9% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
8
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 8 advanced features, which is fewer than 77.9% of washing machines and equal to 8% of washing machines.
Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features 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.
6th Sense Technology: after selecting a program, smart sensors and algorithms automatically adjust washing parameters (temperature, water level, engine torque) based on load size and fabric type.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 92.5% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
This washing machine does not feature 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.
x
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 13 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (71 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    71 L vs 58 L
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 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.
    600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • 13 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (71 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    71 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.
    600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 0.3 cm narrower
    This washing machine is narrower than the average washing machine (59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    59.5 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washing machine has a shorter motor warranty than the average washing machine (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washing machine has a motor warranty of 10 year/s.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 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.
    Mixed, Whites, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Sports, Duvet, Steam Refresh, Spin & Drain, Rinse & Spin, Quick 30', 20°C, Wool, Delicates, Synthetics.
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 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.
  • 5 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (52 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    52 L vs 47 L
  • 4 fewer advanced features
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (8 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
    8 vs 12
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 200 RPM higher minimum spin
    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
  • 13.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.0/ 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 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models

    7.0

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    7.0

    Popularity

    7.0 vs 8.1
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.38 vs 7.6).
    7.38 vs 7.59
  • 8 year/s shorter motor warranty
    This washing machine has a shorter motor warranty than the average washing machine (2 year/s vs 10 year/s). The average washing machine has a motor warranty of 10 year/s.
    2 year/s vs 10 year/s
  • 200 RPM higher minimum spin
    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
  • 2 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (76 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    76 dB vs 74 dB
  • 5 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (52 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    52 L vs 47 L
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (51 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    51 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 10.6% higher yearly water use
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (11,440 L/year vs 10,340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10,340 L/year of water a year.
    11,440 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 2.09 £ higher yearly water cost
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (21.7 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    21.736 £ 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.
    Mixed, Whites, Cotton, Eco 40-60, Sports, Duvet, Steam Refresh, Spin & Drain, Rinse & Spin, Quick 30', 20°C, Wool, Delicates, Synthetics.
    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 a pre-wash cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special pre-wash cycle, the average washing machine does. 86.2% of washing machines have a pre-wash cycle.
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 65.1% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • 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.
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (30 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    30-minute quick wash program for light to normally soiled laundry.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 17 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (235 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    235 min vs 218 min
  • 4 fewer advanced features
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (8 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Steam technology, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function.
    8 vs 12
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • No overflow protection
    This washing machine lacks overflow protection, while the average washing machine includes it. 85.2% of washing machines come with overflow protection.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 13.3% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (75.9 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    75.9 kg vs 67 kg
  • 9.1% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (305,978.8 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    305,978.75 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 4 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (60.5 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    60.5 cm vs 56.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare

  • 10 kg capacity suits big loads and bedding.
  • The 71 L drum is roomy enough for duvets.
  • Energy class A and an inverter motor use 51 kWh/100 cycles.
  • Foam control system adds protection against excess suds.
  • Refresh cycle is handy for lightly worn clothes.
  • Anti-crease function keeps shirts neater.

What customers don't like about Whirlpool FFB 1046 SV IT FreshCare

  • The motor warranty is only 2 years.
  • At 75.9 kg it is hard to move on your own.
  • 52 L of water per cycle adds up to 11440 L a year.
  • The ECO cycle takes 235 min, a long wait for a simple load.
  • There is no overflow protection.

Verdict

The Whirlpool ‎FFB1046 SV IT FreshCare is a highly energy-efficient washing machine with an A rating and a consumption of 51 kWh per 100 cycles. Its 71-litre drum is generous, making it suitable for loads of up to 10 kg. The inverter motor and a spin speed of up to 1400 rpm deliver reliable performance. Steam technology and a Refresh cycle add versatility to laundry care. However, water consumption is high at 52 litres per cycle, and the ECO cycle takes an extended 335 minutes. Advanced functionalities are limited to eight basic options, and key features such as overflow protection, prewash, and self-cleaning are missing. The 2-year motor warranty is below average. The Whirlpool ‎FFB1046 SV IT FreshCare is a basic but reliable appliance, suitable for those seeking a spacious and energy-efficient washing machine without sophisticated features.

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