The best washing machines with low water and energy consumption

The Gorenje front- loading washing machine represents the mid-price segment. It is suitable for relatively small families (up to three people), since it is permissible to wash up to 6 kg of cotton items at a time in a 43-liter drum. At the same time, it should not be difficult to find a suitable place for the device even in a not very spacious home, because the depth of the body is a moderate 43.5 cm.

Gorenje WNHPI 62 SCS/PL is equipped with a PowerDrive inverter, characterized by minimal wear compared to traditional motors. Its presence makes the model work quieter (up to 74 dB when spinning at 1200 rpm) and more economical. Energy consumption corresponds to the C (new) rating, which is even better than A+++ according to the previously used classification: for 100 washes, it will wind up 56 kWh on the counter. Water consumption is also low - an average of 37 liters per cycle.

The washing machine supports 15 programs, the main ones being cotton, synthetics, mixed fabrics and wool, as well as a quick wash and a mode for sportswear. In two cycles - AllergyCare and hygiene (children's clothes) - the SteamTech steam treatment stage is added by default. Due to the steam, creases are smoothed out, unpleasant odors are removed and things are disinfected. The SterilTub drum self-cleaning program also deserves a special mention.

Among the additional options, flexible washing planning options stand out, since both a delayed start and a cycle end timer are declared. The controls are quite standard and support a child safety lock.

Gorenje WNHPI 62 SCS/PL is a reliable, economical and moderately functional washing machine.

The Hisense brand washing machine, introduced in 2023, offers a set of 15 programs. In addition to the typical cycles, there is a quick wash, a mode for dark items, sportswear and down products, as well as self-cleaning. Two programs - Allergy Steam and Baby Steam Care - add a steam stage that removes allergens and reduces the number of creases.

Hisense WFQP 6012 EVM users can also set the end time of the wash (Delay End) or save any settings for the Favourite button, i.e. create their own program. Other settings are also available, including the choice of pre-soaking, extra rinsing, intensive removal of dirt.

The washing machine has acquired an inverter motor, which is designed to increase reliability and durability, reduce vibrations and noise levels (does not exceed 74 dB when spinning at a speed of up to 1200 rpm). The presence of the inverter also has a positive effect on resource consumption. Thus, on average, 37 liters of water and 0.56 kWh of electricity are consumed per cycle. This indicator corresponds to class C (new).

The washing time for standard programs and a full load is about 200 minutes, but thanks to the automatic weighing system, the device itself determines the duration of the cycle, reducing it for a small amount of laundry.

The controls of the model are simple and clear: a rotary lever, buttons and a display, which, among other things, shows the countdown to the end of the wash. To protect against children, the panel can be locked, and to check the functionality, use the self-diagnosis option. As a result, it is often easy to determine the causes of the problem in the instructions using the error code.

Hisense WFQP 6012 EVM is a balanced washing machine for reasonable money, which is capable of competing with models from famous Korean and European brands.

The Samsung brand washing machine with a body depth of 45 cm is “ready to accept” up to 6 kg of things at a time. The model is made in a traditional white color, but a related version in dark gray is also on sale - WW62J42E0HX.

The Samsung WW62J42E0HW features EcoBubble air-bubble wash. The corresponding cycle claims effective fight against dirt while being gentle on fabrics (including due to lower water temperatures). The "bubble" effect can also be optionally added to remove difficult stains.

In total, users are offered 12 programs, including quick wash, drum self-cleaning, and Bedding and Hygiene Steam. The last two modes have a steam stage designed for disinfection and removal of allergens. There is also an optimal program for mixed fabrics and delicate textiles.

The washing machine has acquired a Digital Inverter, the warranty for which is valid not for 10, but for 20 years, which indirectly confirms the increase in the reliability of the device. The model is characterized by low energy consumption ( class A+++) and low water consumption - about 33 liters per cycle or 5.5 liters per 1 kg of load. The noise level during spinning at 1200 rpm should not exceed a reasonable 73 dB.

The washing machine's pleasant bonuses include the Volt Control system and the Smart Check function. The first protects the household appliance from voltage surges, and the second allows you to diagnose faults using a mobile application. In general, the Samsung WW62J42E0HW is an interesting choice for small households and those who value minimal operating costs when washing.

The 7 kg washing machine from Beko offers different control methods. The traditional panel with sensors and a rotary switch is ready to be duplicated by the HomeWhiz mobile application. It even has extended functionality, including loading additional cycles, but you should take into account the short communication range, because Bluetooth is used for data transfer, not Wi-Fi.

Beko SteamCure WUE 7626 XBWS has 15 programs, including standard modes for cotton, synthetics and wool. Separate cycles are offered for the care of shirts, sportswear, dark items. Two programs have a steam stage by default, namely Baby protect+ and self-cleaning. A special cycle for removing various stubborn stains, StainExpert, deserves special mention. The memory of the washing machine has algorithms “sewn” into it to combat 24 typical “enemies” of clothing, such as coffee, chocolate, ketchup, grass, etc.

In addition to the usual choice of temperature or spin intensity (up to 1200 rpm), the washing machine also supports other interesting options. For example, steam (SteamCure) can be added to many programs. If necessary, the standard washing duration can be easily reduced using the Fast+ function.

The noise from the model during operation is relatively low - at an adequate level of 74 dB. Water consumption is on average 36 liters, and electricity - 0.44 kWh, which corresponds to the standard by today's standards rating A (new).

Beko SteamCure WUE 7626 XBWS is an economical washing machine with an attractive set of programs and useful options.

The washing machine belongs to the basic AEG 6000 series of models, but it is not cheap. Although the price is justified by good equipment. We should immediately note the presence of an inverter motor, the main advantages of which are efficiency and reliability. It also ensures a long service life of the equipment. The machine uses water and electricity economically: approximately 40 liters of water are used per washing cycle, which is a rather modest indicator, and energy efficiency class C (according to the new classification) indicates not too large electricity bills. In addition, the inverter motor works quite quietly - the noise level during spinning does not exceed 73 dB, and this is especially important for families with small children and people with light sleep.

The capacity of the tank allows you to load up to 6 kg of dry laundry at a time, which means that the washing machine is suitable for both bachelors and small families. There are not so many washing modes - only 10. These are programs for washing cotton, jeans, jackets and outerwear (including waterproof fabric), synthetics, wool and delicate materials. A quick wash mode is also available, which lasts only 20 minutes. But keep in mind that it is only suitable for a small number of not very dirty items. In addition to these programs, there are manual settings for temperature and spin speed (maximum 1200 rpm) and additional options that make interaction with the equipment and washing in general more efficient. The Soft Plus function provides optimal dosing of conditioner so that the laundry remains soft and fresh longer. The time-saving button allows you to reduce the duration of the cycle. But again, this only works with a small load. The anti-allergy program uses an extra rinse and temporarily increases the temperature to remove detergent residue, bacteria and allergens. The ProSense system prevents unnecessary waste of resources by determining the weight of the laundry and adjusting the water consumption accordingly. And the wrinkle reduction function changes the washing parameters so that the clothes are not too wrinkled.

As for the appearance, the model has an attractive design and will complement the interior of any apartment or house. And the touch control panel is not only convenient, but also easier to clean from dust and dirt than regular buttons. Although the classic controls are also here: a rotary knob for selecting programs and several buttons for additional functions. A small display shows information about the load, selected settings and time until the end of the cycle. If necessary, the control panel can be locked (child protection function) so that accidental pressing does not interrupt the wash or change the set parameters.