Candy vs LG Washing Machines

Candy and LG differ mainly in drum size and motor technology. Candy's EY49B8-80 costs £269.99 for a 9kg wash at 1400rpm. LG's F4Y510WBLN1 at £419 offers a 10kg capacity with AI Direct Drive and a 14-minute quick wash, the F4X1008NMK at £419 is an 8kg 6Motion model with LG ThinQ Wi-Fi connectivity, the F4Y513WWLN1 at £499 gives 13kg with TurboWash, and the F4X7011TBB at £949 adds TurboWash360 and deep-learning AI Direct Drive.

LG's technology is built on direct drive motors. AI Direct Drive detects the load and fabric type and adjusts drum movement, and TurboWash can complete a full wash in around 39 minutes. Steam+ reduces allergens and creases on steam-enabled models, and the F4Y510WBLN1 carries an A rating at 71dB. Candy relies on smartphone control via NFC and the Simply-Fi app, with up to 16 pre-set programmes. The gap between the EY49B8-80 and the F4Y510WBLN1 is £149.01.

Candy suits buyers on a tight budget who want a 9kg machine and smartphone control, especially for a small kitchen where a 9kg drum is enough. LG suits households needing a 10kg to 13kg wash, or buyers who want quiet, smart machines with quick 14-minute cycles and app-based control through LG ThinQ. The F4X7011TBB at £949 is the premium option for buyers who want the most advanced features, while the F4Y513WWLN1 at £499 offers 13kg for a moderate premium. The F4X1008NMK at £419 is £149.01 more than the EY49B8-80, and the F4Y513WWLN1 at £499 is £229.01 more.

Bottom line: choose CANDY if you want a 9kg machine for £269.99 with smartphone control, and choose LG if you need a 10kg drum with AI Direct Drive for £419 or a 13kg wash for £499 with TurboWash.