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Wonder WL8205AI review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£250Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Wonder WL8205AI Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Wonder WL8205AI
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

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 68% of washing machines
8.4

Value for money

Value for money
8.4/ 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 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

★Better than 92%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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 71% of models
Score components

25%

7.9

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

8.4

Features

10%

8.9

Design

▲Better than 71%
?

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
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<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
✕
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
  • wonder-wl8205ai
wonder-wl8205ai
Best prices
    N/A~ £250
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Ranked #494 of 903 models in Washing machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of washing machine Wonder WL8205AI

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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 71% of models
Score components:

25%

7.9

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

8.4

Features

10%

8.9

Design

8.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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 92% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

8.4
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
1,200 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 71.1% of washing machines and equal to 22.3% 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
?
Annual energy consumption
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
?
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N. of washing programs
12
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 12 wash programmes, which is fewer than 83% of washing machines and equal to 6.9% 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
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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Wonder WL8205AI vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 22.4% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (52 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    52 kg vs 67 kg
  • 11.5 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (45 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    45 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    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
  • 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
  • 64% cheaper
    Wonder WL8205AI is cheaper than the average washing machine (£250 vs £410).
    £250 vs £410
  • 10.1% better value for money
    Wonder WL8205AI has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.43 vs 7.7).
    8.43 vs 7.66
  • 64% cheaper
    Wonder WL8205AI is cheaper than the average washing machine (£250 vs £410).
    £250 vs £410
  • 10.1% better value for money
    Wonder WL8205AI has better value for money than the average washing machine (8.43 vs 7.7).
    8.43 vs 7.66
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    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
  • 22.4% lighter
    This washing machine is lighter than the average washing machine (52 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    52 kg vs 67 kg
  • 11.5 cm shallower
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (45 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    45 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 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
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    12 vs 15
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    12 vs 15

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Overview video

Third-party reviews

What we like about Wonder WL8205AI

  • Only 45 cm deep, so it fits a narrow flat or utility corner.
  • At 52 kg it is easier to move when you clean behind it.
  • The inverter motor is covered for 10 years.
  • Steam and an anti-crease function mean less ironing.
  • The transparent door lets you check the load during a cycle.
  • Pause and add, plus a delay start, give flexible timing.

What we don't like about Wonder WL8205AI

  • There are only 12 washing programs, so special cycles are few.
  • Spin noise of 72 dB is loud in a small room.
  • An 8 kg drum suits a couple or small household, not a big family.
  • Spin at 1200 RPM leaves clothes damp, so they need more drying time.

Verdict

At 45 cm deep, the Wonder WL8205AI suits a narrow flat or a utility corner where a standard machine would stick out. It is 59.8 cm wide, and at 52 kg it is easier to pull out and clean behind. Spin reaches 72 dB, which you will hear in a small room. The motor is covered for 10 years, a long promise on the part that matters most. Steam and an anti-crease function help keep a finished load smooth. The transparent door lets you check the load without opening it during a cycle. The trade-off is the choice of programs: there are 12, so special cycles are few. It suits a single person or a couple who wash everyday clothes and want a machine that takes up little floor space.

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