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Willow WWMA81400IB review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£300Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:?Type:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Willow WWMA81400IB Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Willow WWMA81400IB
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% 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

▲Better than 72% of washing machines
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

▲Better than 89%
8.3

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 75% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

?

Energy efficiency

20%

8.6

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

8.1

Design

▲Better than 75%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
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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Ranked #134 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Willow WWMA81400IB

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 75% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

?

Energy efficiency

20%

8.6

Washing programs

20%

8.1

Features

10%

8.1

Design

8.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.3
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
?
Spin-drying efficiency class
?
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
?
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
?
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
?
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N. of washing programs
16
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 16 wash programmes, which is more than 76.4% of washing machines and equal to 15.8% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
?
ECO cycle duration
?
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
?
Laundry detection system
?
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
black
This washing machine comes in black, which is less conventional than the colour in 86.1% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 5% 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
?
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Willow WWMA81400IB vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 1 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    16 vs 15
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 4.5 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (52 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    52 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.7 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.7 cm vs 85 cm
  • 8.9% better value for money
    Willow WWMA81400IB has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.34 vs 7.7).
    8.34 vs 7.66
  • 36.7% cheaper
    Willow WWMA81400IB is cheaper than the average washing machine (£300 vs £410).
    £300 vs £410
  • 8.9% better value for money
    Willow WWMA81400IB has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.34 vs 7.7).
    8.34 vs 7.66
  • 36.7% cheaper
    Willow WWMA81400IB is cheaper than the average washing machine (£300 vs £410).
    £300 vs £410
  • 1 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (16 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    16 vs 15
  • 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.
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 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.
  • 4.5 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (52 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    52 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 0.3 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.7 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.7 cm vs 85 cm
  • 0.2 cm wider
    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
  • More unusual colour
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (black vs white).
    black vs white
  • 0.2 cm wider
    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
  • More unusual colour
    This washing machine comes in a less conventional colour than the average washing machine (black vs white).
    black vs white

Third-party reviews

What we like about Willow WWMA81400IB

  • 16 washing programs give plenty of choice for everyday laundry.
  • A 52 cm depth fits a shallow kitchen.
  • An inverter motor is fitted, which is usually quieter and longer lasting.
  • Load balancing keeps the spin steady at 1400 RPM.
  • The child lock keeps children away from the controls.
  • Shirt, wool and baby care cycles suit delicate and special loads.

What we don't like about Willow WWMA81400IB

  • The 8 kg drum needs a second load for bulky items.
  • At 84.7 cm tall it may need a larger gap under a counter.
  • The black finish is plain and may not suit lighter kitchens.
  • As a front loader it needs room in front to open the door.

Verdict

A shallow kitchen is where the Willow WWMA81400IB makes the most sense, since its 52 cm depth tucks in tight. It is a budget self-standing front loader with 8 kg capacity and 1400 RPM spin, and its 16 programs cover most fabrics. The shirt, wool and baby care cycles sit alongside an anti-allergy cycle for sensitive skin. An inverter motor and a load balancing system help keep the spin steady, and the child lock keeps little hands off the controls. The trade-off is the 8 kg drum, so a big duvet may need a second load. At 84.7 cm tall, it may need a gap under the counter, so measure first. It suits a single person, a couple, or a small family who want a tidy machine for everyday washing.

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