Altimo vs Hisense Washing Machines

Altimo and Hisense both aim at buyers who want a lot of washing for not much money, but Hisense goes bigger. Altimo's range runs from the AWM6122W 6kg 1200rpm at £229 to the AWM10142W 10kg 1400rpm at £299. Hisense starts with the WFQA8014EVJM 8kg 1400rpm at £259, moves to the WF3S1043BW3 10.5kg smart model at £329, reaches the WF3S1243BB3 12kg black model at £399, and includes the WF5S1045BW 10.5kg auto-dosing machine at £449.

Hisense's advantages are capacity and convenience features. Its 12kg and 10.5kg drums take bedding and towels in one go, and the larger models use inverter motors for quieter, more efficient running. The WF5S1045BW is a 5S series model with AutoDosing, which doses detergent automatically from a built-in tank, and several models add steam cycles. The 8kg WFQA8014EVJM is rated A for noise at 72dB and includes a 15-minute quick wash and a Pause and Add function. Altimo keeps to conventional washing, with no steam, smart or automatic dosing features and 1200rpm spin on its smaller drums.

Altimo suits smaller homes, rental properties and buyers who want the lowest purchase price and do not need extras. Hisense suits larger families and anyone who regularly washes bulky items, because a 10.5kg or 12kg drum can prevent split loads. The WF3S1243BB3 costs only £100 more than the 10kg Altimo, which is why it appeals to big households. Larger drums are only efficient when they are filled, so buyers who wash small loads should weigh whether the extra capacity will be used. Check the depth too, because 12kg models need more space.

Bottom line: choose Altimo if you want the cheapest everyday washer and do not need more than 10kg. Choose Hisense if you want a 10.5kg or 12kg drum with smart or auto-dosing options, and the WF3S1243BB3 at £399 is the strongest value for a large family.