Beko vs Hisense Washing Machines

Beko covers £239 to £399, with the 7kg BM1WT3721W at £239, the 9kg BM3WT3941B EnergySpin washer in black at £309 and the 9kg B5W59411AW AquaTech model at £399. Hisense offers drum sizes up to 12kg from £259 to £449, including the 8kg WFQA8014EVJM at £259, the 10.5kg WF3S1043BW3 smart washer at £329, the 12kg black WF3S1243BB3 at £399 and the 10.5kg WF5S1045BW with auto dosing at £449.

Beko's distinct features are AquaTech, EnergySpin, IronFast and an Anti-Allergy programme on the 9kg BM3WT3941B, while the 7kg BM1WT3721W adds a Fast+ option and DrumClean. Hisense leans on capacity and convenience: the WF3S1043BW3 has a big LED control display and 19 programmes, the WFQA8014EVJM offers a 15-minute quick wash and Pause and Add, and the WF5S1045BW includes automatic dosing. Every Hisense model here spins at 1400rpm, while Beko's 7kg model drops to 1200rpm. Hisense's inverter motors on larger models are designed for quieter running than standard motors.

Beko suits renters and first-time buyers who want a dependable 9kg machine at £309 or £399. Hisense suits large families who want the biggest drum for the money: the 12kg WF3S1243BB3 at £399 costs the same as Beko's 9kg AquaTech model. Buyers should check the depth of the 12kg model, since larger drums need more space, and should only buy the bigger drum if they regularly fill it. The 8kg WFQA8014EVJM at £259 undercuts both 9kg Beko models. Buyers with a small utility room should check the 12kg model's depth first.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want a smaller 7kg or 9kg machine with EnergySpin and hygiene programmes for £239 to £399. Choose Hisense if you want a 10.5kg or 12kg drum, smart features or auto dosing for £259 to £449.