Top 5 Washing Machines

You're getting an A+++ efficiency rating here, so it uses very little energy. To put it in simple terms, you'll save over £100 during the life of the machine, compared to a standard A rated model. That's fantastic value considering it’ll wash 40 T-shirts per load in the big 8kg drum.

The 3D Aqua Spa feature system gives you a thorough clean by using extra water jets to soak your clothes, which gets your detergent working faster. With VarioPerfect techology you can choose between the energy efficient EcoPerfect cycle or the faster SpeedPerfect option. Just push a button and it'll work out the best speed, water level and temperature for each wash. Clever.

For smaller washes of around 5 to 10 shirts, the Super Quick 15' cycle is ideal, and very handy if you’re rushed for time. The special padding in the AntiVibration Design absorbs the sound of your wash too - at 54 dB it's barely louder than your fridge freezer.

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You'll save up to 30% on your wash costs, thanks to the 6th Sense technology in my number 2 Whirlpool. By measuring your load and changing the temperature, water level and cycle length, it gives you a great clean at a lower price. You'll make some fantastic savings too; over £200 during the life of the machine.

You’ll get the equivalent of 35 T-shirts in the 7kg drum, so it’s brilliant for 3 or 4 people. And for smaller loads you've got a Daily Wash which easily cleans 20 shirts in an hour. For saving even more time, you're also getting a 30 minute Quick Wash. It’s best for around 5 shirts, though both cycles come in very handy if you need your wash done in a hurry.

Protecting your fabrics from damage is easy too with the Hand Wash and Wool cycles. By using slower drum movements and lower temperatures, your clothes get cleaned gently and won’t stretch, so they stay looking wonderful for longer. This Whirlpool is even endorsed by Woolmark themselves, so you’ll have total peace of mind that your delicate clothes are in good hands.

I love my number 3 model because it's full of features that make laundry day that little bit easier. Not only will the massive 9kg drum hold 45 T-shirts at once, but the 1400 spin speed will get rid of excess water so your clothes won't take long in the tumble drier. It’s amazing if you’re looking to save money too, as the A++ efficiency rating means it’ll use 20% less energy than standard washers.

If savings on your wash are really important, the Eco Wash cycles will be right up your street as they’ll reduce your wash costs by up to 70%. You can knock minutes off any cycle with the Time Saver function and you can even count on your new washer to be discreet, thanks to the Super Silent motor - it uses magnets not brushes, so you don't get the annoying friction noises. Smarter still, the Allergy cycle uses extra rinses to flush away excess detergent and pollen, protecting those with hay fever or sensitive skin.

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Rated A++ for efficiency this Zanussi is only going to cost you £26.93 a year to run, which works out to just 12p per wash. The 7kg drum means you’ll get up to 35 T-shirts in at once, but if you need to run a smaller load, you’ve also got a Mini 30Quick Wash too. It’ll get 5 or 6 shirts clean in just 30 minutes – ideal if you’re rushed for time.

To make chores simpler the Easy Iron feature turns your clothes at regular intervals after your wash finishes.  They won’t sit and crease in the drum, so your iron takes less time and effort to breeze through the wrinkles.

A lot of customers who bought this model say how quiet it is in their reviews. There’s no fancy tech or expensive features that do this, just good quality parts and extra care in putting this washing machine together. For such a good price, I think it’s a great investment.

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For this amazing price you are getting a great deal on this well kitted out Beko. It washes the equivalent of 40 T-shirts thanks to the 8kg drum and if you’re short on time, it’ll clean a full load at 30°C in just 39 minutes – really useful if you've got lots to do and not much time to do it.

If you only need to wash a smaller load of 5 or 6 shirts, you’re also getting a 14 minute Xpress Quick Wash. You won’t find a quicker clean anywhere else on the market, so it’s fantastic for getting a load done before running out to work. To save money on your wash, the brilliant Eco Wash option uses less electricity than standard cycles, yet still cleans your clothes really well. It’ll take a little longer than other washes but considering you’ll save around £5 extra a year on your bills, it’s definitely worth it.

There’s even a Self Cleaning cycle, which is great for keeping your machine in good condition. Without regular cleaning your machine can start to smell, which makes your clothes smell too. Running this cycle around once a month means you’ll never have to worry about it.

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