Beko vs Hotpoint Washing Machines

Beko and Hotpoint both offer a good spread of 7kg to 10kg washing machines at budget prices. Beko's models here include the Beko BM1WT3721W 7kg at £239, the Beko BM3WT3941B 9kg at £309 and the Beko B5W59411AW AquaTech 9kg at £399. Hotpoint's range runs from the Hotpoint NM11948BCAUK 9kg freestanding machine at £347 and the Hotpoint NSWF 946 W UK 9kg anti-stain model at £349, to the Hotpoint NSWM1046GGUK 10kg at £349 and the Hotpoint NSWM965CBSUKN 9kg with inverter motor at £339.

Beko's technology centres on its ProSmart Inverter Motor, which carries a 10-year warranty, and its AquaTech system, which uses water movement to wash gently. Its Steam Cure Hygiene+ programme is designed to reduce bacteria and allergens, and DrumClean runs the drum at 70°C. Hotpoint's signature is its anti-stain technology, which adjusts temperature and drum movement to tackle stubborn marks. Most Hotpoint models offer steam hygiene and start delay options, and the premium versions connect to the Hotpoint Home Net app. Hotpoint quotes a 10-year parts guarantee.

Beko suits households who want a long-warranty inverter motor, a gentle wash and budget pricing, particularly those managing allergies. The 9kg BM3WT3941B at £309 is a good everyday family machine, and the 7kg BM1WT3721W at £239 suits smaller households. Hotpoint suits people who deal with stains regularly, such as families with young children or anyone who washes sports and work clothes. The NSWF 946 W UK at £349 and the NSWM965CBSUKN at £339 are both 9kg machines with steam hygiene, and the 10kg NSWM1046GGUK gives a little more room for bigger loads.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want an inverter motor with a 10-year warranty, a gentle AquaTech wash and a 7kg or 9kg machine from £239 to £399. Choose Hotpoint if stain removal and steam hygiene matter most, particularly the 9kg NSWM965CBSUKN at £339 or the 10kg NSWM1046GGUK at £349, which give slightly more drum space for a similar price.