Hotpoint 8kg Washing Machine 1400rpm NSWE846WSUK White Review, Prices & Score
Compare current retailer offers alongside a detailed BestBuysUK product review and Score.
🏆 Review & price summary
The Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine is a capable freestanding 8kg model with an A energy rating, a 1400rpm maximum spin speed and an unusually broad selection of dedicated programmes. Anti Stain 40°, Anti Allergy, Steam Hygiene and Full Load 45-minute options give it practical appeal for busy family laundry.
The Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine at a glance
This Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine currently scores 84/100 in the BestBuysUK assessment, one of 42 washing machines we compare. The score is based on our weighted product-comparison framework and verified product specifications rather than retailer star ratings.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ A energy-efficiency rating with 47kWh per 100 Eco 40-60 cycles
- ✓ Dedicated Anti Stain 40° and Anti Allergy programmes
- ✓ Full Load 45-minute programme for a full load of moderately soiled cotton clothing
- ✓ Steam Hygiene, Rapid and Extra Rinse options add useful programme flexibility
- ✓ Includes Wool, Duvet, Baby, 20°C and White cycles alongside standard cotton and synthetic programmes
Worth considering
- Spin-drying efficiency is rated B with 53% weighted remaining moisture, so laundry can retain more water than it would from an A-rated rival
- The 76dB spin noise rating and B noise class are not ideal for buyers seeking a particularly quiet washing machine
- The full-load Eco 40-60 programme takes 3 hours 38 minutes, making it a lengthy choice when a quick energy-efficient wash is required
- The 8kg drum is smaller than 9kg or 10kg alternatives, so very large or bulky laundry loads may require more than one cycle
Key Specifications
- Colour
- White
- Display
- Digital countdown display
- Net weight
- 68.5kg
- Delay Start
- Yes
- Drum volume
- 54 litres
- Foam control
- Yes
- Loading type
- Front loader
- Rapid option
- Yes
- Water intake
- Cold water only
- Rated capacity
- 8kg
- Installation type
- Freestanding
- Removable worktop
- No
- Control-panel lock
- Yes
- Extra Rinse option
- Yes
- Maximum spin speed
- 1400rpm
- Spin speed options
- Variable
- Dimensions H x W x D
- 85cm x 59.5cm x 60.5cm
- Load-balance control
- Yes
- Noise emission class
- B
- Number of programmes
- 16
- Steam Hygiene option
- Yes
- Anti Allergy programme
- Yes
- Energy efficiency class
- A
- Anti Stain 40° programme
- Yes
- Manufacturer product code
- 869991688910
- Eco 40-60 water consumption
- 48 litres per cycle
- Spin-drying efficiency class
- B
- Full Load 45-minute programme
- Yes
- Weighted remaining moisture content
- 53%
- Weighted Eco 40-60 energy consumption
- 47kWh per 100 cycles
- Eco 40-60 full-load programme duration
- 3 hours 38 minutes
- Eco 40-60 spin speed at rated capacity
- 1351rpm
- Airborne noise emissions during spinning
- 76dB
Who is this washing machine best for?
- ✓ Medium-sized households wanting an 8kg front-loading washing machine for everyday laundry.
- ✓ Families dealing with regular stains who will use the dedicated Anti Stain 40° programme.
- ✓ Households that value a full-load wash programme designed to complete in 45 minutes.
- ✓ Users who want dedicated Anti Allergy, Wool, Duvet and Baby programmes alongside standard cotton and synthetic cycles.
Washing Machines to compare with the Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine
These alternatives are selected from our current ranked washing machines, prioritising shared verified comparison traits and comparable BestBuysUK Scores.
| Model | BestBuysUK Score | Profile | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Smeg WNP96SLAAUK1 9kg 60cm Freestanding Washing Machine In White
|
86/100 | Large Capacity · Quiet · Energy Efficient | Compare review → |
 AEG LFSR7484U4B 7000 ProSteam 8kg Washing Machine in Anthracite
|
86/100 | Laundry · Energy Efficient | Compare review → |
 Miele WEK365 WCS PWash 10kg Lotus White W1 Front-Loader Washing Machine
|
86/100 | Large Capacity · Quiet · Energy Efficient | Compare review → |
Washing performance and stain handling
The Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine combines an 8kg drum with a maximum spin speed of 1400rpm, giving it a useful balance for routine family laundry and heavier cotton loads.
Its Anti Stain 40° programme is designed for heavily soiled, colourfast garments, while the Anti Allergy cycle is intended to help remove common allergens such as pollen, mites and pet hair. These are useful dedicated programmes rather than relying solely on temperature adjustments.
The machine also includes a Wool cycle approved by The Woolmark Company for suitable machine-washable wool garments.
Programmes and convenience
There are 16 listed programmes, including Eco 40-60, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, Baby, Duvet, White, 20°C, 30-minute, Full Load 45-minute, Anti Stain 40°, Spin & Drain and Rinse & Spin cycles.
The Full Load 45-minute programme is designed for a full load of moderately soiled cotton clothing, making it more useful than a quick cycle restricted to a small load. A Rapid option can also reduce the duration of compatible cycles.
Steam Hygiene, Extra Rinse, variable temperature and variable spin settings add flexibility, while the digital countdown display, delay start and control-panel lock make the machine straightforward to manage in a busy household.
Efficiency, noise and cycle times
The Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine has an A energy-efficiency rating, with regulated energy consumption of 47kWh per 100 Eco 40-60 cycles and water consumption of 48 litres per Eco 40-60 cycle.
The trade-off is that the full-load Eco 40-60 programme takes 3 hours 38 minutes. This is typical of modern low-energy washing programmes, but it is not a short cycle when time matters.
Spin-drying efficiency is rated B, with 53% weighted remaining moisture content. Clothes should come out reasonably well spun, although they may retain more moisture than they would from a machine with an A-rated spin-drying class.
Spin noise is rated at 76dB with a B noise class, so it is better suited to homes where the machine is not immediately beside a living area or bedroom than to buyers specifically seeking an especially quiet appliance.
Installation and everyday use
This is a freestanding, front-loading washing machine measuring 85cm high, 59.5cm wide and 60.5cm deep. Its 68.5kg net weight should help provide stability, but the delivery route and final installation space still need to accommodate a full-size appliance.
The machine has a 54-litre drum, a UK plug and a cold-water-only connection. Its display provides a remaining-time countdown, and the control-panel lock helps prevent accidental programme changes.
The overall specification is focused on practical washing performance rather than connected features, with a useful selection of dedicated cycles and straightforward physical controls.
Who should buy it
The Hotpoint NSWE846WSUK washing machine is a sensible fit for households that want an energy-efficient 8kg appliance with strong programme coverage, a stain-focused cycle and a genuine full-load rapid programme.
It is less compelling for buyers who prioritise the quietest possible spin, the driest laundry straight from the drum or a larger-than-8kg capacity.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.