Beko vs Candy 80 — Comparison

The Beko BW1O3741W at £269 and the Candy EY49B8-80 at £269.99 are both 1400rpm washing machines at the same price. The key difference is capacity: the Beko offers a 7kg drum, while the Candy offers a larger 9kg drum.

Both machines spin at 1400rpm, extracting enough water to keep drying times reasonable. The Candy EY49B8-80's 9kg drum handles family loads, towels and bedding, suiting households of up to four or five people. The Beko BW1O3741W's 7kg drum suits couples and small households, with Beko's practical programme selection. Both are budget machines focused on core washing performance.

At the same price, the Candy offers 2kg more capacity, making it the better value for most households. The Beko suits buyers with smaller households who prefer the brand or need a machine for a second home or rental. Larger drums let you wash more per cycle, saving time and potentially water and energy over the week.

Bottom line: choose the Candy EY49B8-80 at £269.99 if you want a larger 9kg 1400rpm machine for the same money. Choose the Beko BW1O3741W at £269 if a 7kg capacity suits your smaller household.