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Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£450Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, 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

â–²Better than 73% of washing machines
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

â–²Better than 72%
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
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

25%

7.7

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

8.2

Features

10%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 77%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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 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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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
?

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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Best prices
    N/A~ £450
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Ranked #470 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR

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
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

25%

7.7

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

8.2

Washing programs

20%

8.2

Features

10%

8.0

Design

8.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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 72% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

8.0
Capacity
9 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.6% of washing machines and equal to 23.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
62 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 62 L drum, which is larger than 61.8% of washing machines and equal to 6.2% 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
44 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 44 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 83.9% of washing machines and equal to 4.5% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
47 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 46.2% of washing machines and equal to 5.7% 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 20.5% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
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 83.7% of washing machines and equal to 14.5% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
225 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 225 min, which is longer than 57.1% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
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
?
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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Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • 1 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 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
  • 4 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (62 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    62 L vs 58 L
  • 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 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • 4 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (62 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    62 L vs 58 L
  • 6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    44 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% 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
  • 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.
    14 vs 15
  • 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
  • Worse noise class
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 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
  • 6% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (71 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    71 kg vs 67 kg
  • 7 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (225 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    225 min vs 218 min
  • 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
  • Worse noise class
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 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.
    14 vs 15
  • 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
  • 7 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (225 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    225 min vs 218 min
  • 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
  • 6% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (71 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    71 kg vs 67 kg

Third-party reviews

What we like about Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR

  • 44 kWh per 100 cycles and an A energy class keep running costs down.
  • The 9 kg drum takes a full family load.
  • The refresh cycle freshens clothes that were worn once, without a full wash.
  • Steam helps with creases and tough marks.
  • Delay start of up to 24 h lets you run the wash overnight.
  • Laundry detection adjusts water and time to the load.

What we don't like about Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR

  • Spin noise of 78 dB is loud enough to hear from another room.
  • Even the fastest cycle takes 30 min.
  • At 63 cm deep it needs room to fit.
  • At 71 kg it is hard to move.
  • The ECO cycle takes 225 min, so the greenest wash is slow.

Verdict

For a family that runs the washer most days, the Whirlpool FFBS9479WVFR keeps power use low. It takes 44 kWh per 100 cycles and carries an A energy rating. The 9 kg drum takes a full load of bedding or jeans, and the steam setting helps with creases and stubborn marks. The refresh cycle freshens clothes that were worn once, without a full wash. The laundry detection system adjusts water and time to the load, and the delay start can run the wash overnight. The trade-off is noise at the end of a spin, at 78 dB, which is clearly audible from another room. The depth of 63 cm also means it needs space. It suits a busy household that wants a clean, economical machine and can live with a loud spin.

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