Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers & Washer Dryers — choose the right appliance first time.
Master the art of choosing the perfect washing machine, tumble dryer, or washer-dryer combo for your home.
Navigate drum sizes, spin speeds, programmes and energy ratings with confidence. Whether you’re space-conscious or capacity-focused, our engineers’ tips will help you make the right choice.
Understanding your options is the first step to a perfect purchase
Fits under counters, uses less water per kilo and delivers eye-level access.
A front load washing machine is the most common type, with its entrance hole located on the front of the machine. It can fit under worktops and is easily accessed.
Larger drum, gentler on your back – but you’ll need overhead clearance.
A top-loading machine holds bigger loads but requires more space and cannot have items placed on top, as that would block the lid.
Cheapest upfront – needs a wall or window hose.
Extracts damp air via a 2 m hose; the hose must exit through a window or vent.
Collects water in a tank or drains away automatically.
Stores moisture as water; some models can be plumbed for automatic disposal.
Recirculates warm air for up to 50 % lower running costs.
Quieter and more efficient thanks to lower drying temperatures and recycled heat.
Two appliances in one – perfect for flats or utility cupboards.
Runs wash then dry, so no overlapping cycles.
Ideal where floor-space is tight, but simultaneous washing and drying isn’t possible.
Pick the setup that works for your space
Flexible placement (just add water & drain). Easy to replace or upgrade.
Easy to replaceHidden behind a cabinet door for a seamless kitchen look – ideal where style and space matter.
Hidden designThe technical details that make all the difference
Faster rpm = drier laundry = lower tumble-dry costs. Here’s a quick cheat-sheet:
Washing-machine, washer-dryer and tumble-dryer speeds range from 1000 to 1600 rpm.
The capacity of your machine determines how much you can wash in one go.
1 kg ≈ one adult outfit (top, bottom, underwear)
Advanced cycles and running-cost clues
The exact number of cycles varies by model, but these are the staples:
EU labels now span A (best) to G (worst). Aim for A or B if you wash daily – it pays back within about three years.
Multiply annual kWh by your tariff to estimate running costs. Need a hand? Ask our experts.
Master the art of choosing the perfect washing machine, tumble dryer, or washer-dryer combo for your home.
Navigate drum sizes, spin speeds, programmes and energy ratings with confidence. Whether you’re space-conscious or capacity-focused, our engineers’ tips will help you make the right choice.
Choose with confidence
Deciding what type of washing machine, washer dryer or tumble dryer you need in your home is important; choosing one that doesn’t hold all your family’s washing or doesn’t fit in the space you wanted it to in your home can make doing the washing far more difficult than it should be.
To throw another choice into the mix, is the decision to have a tumble dryer or not, or a washer dryer. Our helpful Washing Buying Guide will iron out any queries and uncertainties that you may have when it comes to buying your new washing machine, tumble dryer or washer dryer.
Understanding your options is the first step to a perfect purchase
Fits under counters, uses less water per kilo and delivers eye-level access.
A front load washing machine is the most common type, with it’s entrance hole being located on the front of the machine. It is able to fit under worktops and can be easily accessed.
Larger drum, gentler on your back – but you’ll need overhead clearance.
A top loading washing machine can hold larger loads with it’s larger capacity but this does mean it requires more space and cannot have items put on top of it as this will cover the entrance hole.
Cheapest upfront – needs a wall or window hose.
A vented tumble dryers work by extracting the damp air that is produced during the drying process, and then discharge it through a 2m plastic hose which prevents condensation. The hose will require a window or door to dispose of the damp air.
Collects water in a tank or drains away automatically.
A condenser tumble dryer works similarly to a vented tumble dryer, however it collects the damp air in the form of water which then needs to be manually emptied after drying. Some machines can dispose of the water automatically, if they are plumbed. It can be installed in any room with good ventilation.
Recirculates warm air for up to 50 % lower running costs.
A heat pump tumble dryer performs quieter and more efficiently than a vented or condenser tumble dryer due to it using a lower drying temperature. It also recirculates the warm air instead of discarding it to lower amount of energy used.
Two appliances in one – perfect for flats or utility cupboards.
Runs wash then dry, so no overlapping cycles.
A washer dryer is perfect if you are space saving or do not have the room for both a washing machine and a tumble dryer. They are more beneficial if you have a smaller family and cannot warrant purchasing both a washing machine and a tumble dryer. However, if you have a larger family may struggle with the inability to have a wash and a dry going on simultaneously.
Pick the setup that works for your space
Freestanding washing machines, tumble dryers and washer dryers give you the freedom to put your appliance wherever you want within your home (subject to water supply source)
Easy to replaceIntegrated washing machines, tumble dryers and washer dryers are especially useful if you are conscious of your house’s appearance as they are able to be hidden within cupboards for a tidier looking kitchen. They also allow for extra room if you are low on space.
Hidden designThe technical details that make all the difference
Faster rpm = drier laundry = lower tumble-dry costs. Here’s a quick cheat-sheet:
Washing machine, washer dryer and tumble dryer speeds range from 1000 to 1600 rpm (revolutions per minute). The faster washing spin speed, the more water that is extracted from the wash load, meaning less drying time is required. The faster the drying spin speed, the more moisture that is extracted from your clothes in a shorter amount of time; leaving them dryer after a shorter cycle.
The capacity of your washing machine, tumble dryer and washer dryer will determine how much you can wash in one go; a larger drum capacity, a larger load of washing.
1 kg ≈ one adult outfit (top, bottom, underwear)
Advanced cycles and running-cost clues
The number of programmes your washing machine or washer dryer will vary, but below we have the most common programmes:
EU labels now span A (best) to G (worst). Aim for A or B if you wash daily – it pays back in < 3 years.
Under EU legislation, every new washing machine, tumble dryer and washer dryer must have an energy label showing its energy rating. All our washing machines, tumble dryers and washer dryers are rated in line with the regulations, ranging from C (low efficiency) to A+++ (high efficiency).
You can work out an appliance's annual running costs by multiplying kWh used by 0.1427 (the average national cost of electricity + VAT), however this figure may vary according to how much you pay for your local electricity supply.
For more information please don't hesitate to contact us.
Annual kWh × your tariff = yearly spend. Need a hand?Ask our experts.
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