ASKO vs Hoover Washing Machines

ASKO sits at the premium end of this category, with the 9kg W1094W.UK at £929, the 8kg W2086C.W 1600rpm at £999, the 9kg W4096R.W at £1,499 and the stainless steel W6098X.S 1800rpm at £1,899. Hoover is far more accessible, with models from £289.99 to £499, including the 12kg H7W 412MBC-80 H-WASH 700 smart washer at £499, the 11kg HWB411AMC WiFi model at £399 and the 10kg H3WPS4106TRR6-80 graphite machine at £349.

The two brands take different routes. ASKO's appeal lies in construction and spin, with steel in key components and up to 1800rpm extraction on its top model, which leaves washing drier before it reaches a tumble dryer. Hoover focuses on convenience: most of the models compared here spin at 1400rpm, hOn app control features on the 12kg H7W and the 10kg graphite model, and the 11kg and 12kg drums give it the edge for bulky loads, where ASKO's largest drum is 9kg.

ASKO suits people who wash often, value quiet, stable running and plan to keep a machine for a decade or more. Its faster spins suit households that tumble dry regularly, though the price gap is large. Hoover suits families who want a big drum and app control at a sensible price, such as homes with sports kit and bulky duvets. The 12kg H7W measures 605mm deep, so check it fits your kitchen space before ordering, since the ASKO W2086C.W is shallower at 585mm.

Bottom line: choose ASKO if you want high-speed spin, a sturdy build and long service, and can accept paying from £929. Choose Hoover if you want the largest drums for the money, with app control on the H7W at £499 or the 11kg HWB411AMC WiFi model at £399.