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Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£540Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:BType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

5%

?

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

▼Worse than 83% of washing machines
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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 90% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

▼Worse than 90%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

25%

5.5

Performance

25%

7.7

Energy efficiency

20%

7.1

Washing programs

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.3

Design

▼Worse than 83%
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User score

User score
7.9/ 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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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £540
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

25%

5.5

Performance

25%

7.7

Energy efficiency

20%

7.1

Washing programs

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.3

Design

6.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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 90% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.8
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 27.3% of washing machines and equal to 26.3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
54 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 54 L drum, which is smaller than 65.7% of washing machines and equal to 7% 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
B
This washing machine has energy class B, which is worse than 62.1% of washing machines and the same as 11.8% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
54 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 54 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 61.3% of washing machines and equal to 2.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
118.8 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 118.8 kWh/year, which is higher than 61.2% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
29.7 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £29.7, which is higher than 60.6% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 48 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 53.7% of washing machines and equal to 13% 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.
Cotton, Whites, Mixed/Magic 40, Synthetics 30, Wool, Quick 30', Large Items/Duvet, Delicates, Sports/Outdoor, Rinse & Spin, Drain & Spin, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Steam Refresh.
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.
ECO cycle duration
215 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 215 min, which is shorter than 61.5% of washing machines and equal to 2.9% 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 8458 BV FR FreshCare vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 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
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    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
  • 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
  • No inverter motor
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 82.4% of washing machines offer this.
  • 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
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • 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.
    Cotton, Whites, Mixed/Magic 40, Synthetics 30, Wool, Quick 30', Large Items/Duvet, Delicates, Sports/Outdoor, Rinse & Spin, Drain & Spin, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Steam Refresh.
    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.
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 11.1% worse value for money
    Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.83 vs 7.6).
    6.83 vs 7.59
  • 31.7% more expensive
    Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare is more expensive than the average washing machine (£540 vs £410).
    £540 vs £410
  • No inverter motor
    This washing machine does not have an inverter motor, while the average washing machine does. 82.4% of washing machines offer this.
  • 4 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (78 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    78 dB vs 74 dB
  • 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
  • Worse noise class
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 4 L less drum space
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (54 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    54 L vs 58 L
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    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
  • 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.
    Cotton, Whites, Mixed/Magic 40, Synthetics 30, Wool, Quick 30', Large Items/Duvet, Delicates, Sports/Outdoor, Rinse & Spin, Drain & Spin, Eco 40-60, 20°C, Steam Refresh.
    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 min vs 15 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.
  • 12.9% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (316,748.3 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    316,748.25 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 6.5 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63 cm vs 56.5 cm

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What customers like about Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare

  • Eight kilograms takes a large load in one go.
  • Steam adds an extra option for freshening clothes.
  • Anti-stain and anti-crease functions help with marks and creases.
  • The 84.5 cm height helps it fit under many worktops.
  • The refresh cycle freshens clothes without a full wash.
  • Five spin speeds, up to 1400 RPM, let you match the spin to the fabric.

What customers don't like about Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare

  • Without an inverter motor, it uses 54 kWh per 100 cycles.
  • The spin is loud at 78 dB.
  • The motor warranty covers only 2 years.
  • There is no pre-wash cycle for heavily soiled laundry.
  • It has no overflow protection.

Verdict

The Whirlpool FFB 8458 BV FR FreshCare represents a remarkably refined front-loading washing machine that excels in garment preservation, energy efficiency, and fabric freshness. Built around a solid 8-kilogram drum and spinning up to 1400 RPM, it satisfies the everyday demands of medium to large family homes. Its standout FreshCare+ technology gently tumbles clean clothing alongside periodic steam injections for up to six hours after cycle completion, inhibiting odor formation and preventing rigid creases if unloading is delayed. Renowned 6th Sense sensor automation constantly monitors drum load dynamics, fine-tuning water intake and electrical draw to secure an exceptional Class B energy rating. Fourteen specialized programs cover delicate woolens, sports apparel, bulky duvets, and dedicated Steam Refresh cycles that revitalize worn garments in twenty minutes without detergent. It combines dependable hygiene, quiet spinning, and smart fabric care.

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