Take the no-fuss approach to the laundry with the Candy CSO1493DWCE. This freestanding washing machine comes with a generous capacity, an impressive spin speed, and a multitude of programmes to get your clothes cleaned to perfection. Wash Programmes It also can troubleshoot small problems and can be voice controlled via an Alexa or Google Assistant. With a delay start the laundry will be ready just when you want it. It allows you to program the start of the washing cycle with a maximum delay of 24 hours. No more worries of unpleasant odours created by wet laundry that has been left inside the machine. No more wasting of the energy consumption, setting the laundry when the electricity is more convenient.

Capacity: Machines can range from 6kg to 12kg capacity. Most models will determine the load of laundry, and use the right amount of water and energy. Described by Candy as a personal assistant, Smart Touch is available via its simply-Fi app and is the first voice-assisted washing machine. Candy claims its smart technology can help you choose a wash program, give you a maintenance guide and give you further hints and tips to get through your laundry. Hoover was one of the first manufacturers to adopt smart tech. Hoover claims that its Wizard app enables you to set and save your favourite wash cycles, so you will be able to start them without any effort. The 'care advisor' will ask you a handful of questions about the load, including the fabric, colour and stain before washing accordingly. As it’s rated A+++, with an A-rated spin, the Candy Smart Pro should be efficient on most cycles. I started with a cotton wash at 30ºC to test this. This cycle used 0.58kWh of power and a minimal 26.6l of water. While the maximum spin speed was only 1400rpm, it still managed to wring out an impressive amount of water – only 1.02kg remained, which equals 37.23% of the load’s original weight.Miele’s Miele@home smart connectivity lets you control your device through the Miele app, voice control or other smart home solutions, networked via a home wi-fi router and the Miele Cloud. Safety: The cycle won't start if the door is open or the machine isn't connected to the water supply.

The drum felt very roomy, however – loaded with almost 3kg of washing, there was plenty of space left. Candy Smart Pro CSO 16105DC3 features – Confusing controls are likely to limit straying away from your favourite settings Candy has equipped the CSO1493DWCE with smart features so you can get the best out of your washing machine. Active Motion technology boosts the detergent action by raising the rotation speed of the drum. The result is enhanced washing results, saving you time and reducing machine vibrations. Here, we run through what different brands are offering in this space and how they compare with their competitors. Bosch, Home Connect You can also find general advice on getting rid of stains and how to use detergents, too. And, like its competitors, it will troubleshoot any issues and learn your washing habits.

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Candy Smart Pro is equipped with the new Simply-Fi technology, discolsing additional and unique features as voice tips, efficiency enhancer and wifi remote function intended to make washing even more smooth and convenient. To work out yearly figures, I used the average number of washing machine loads in the UK (274 per year), and multiplied by three different load amounts (6kg for high, 4.5kg for medium and 3kg for low) to get a total amount of washing per year in kg. Coming with dial controls and a built in display, choosing the correct cycle is a breeze. And, its white finish ensures it will suit any kitchen décor. The stain strip featured, left to right – red wine, vegetable oil, tomato sauce, orange juice and gravy, all left to dry into the fabric. At the end of the cycle, the red wine remained, though fainter, and there was a trace of ketchup in the fabric. Alongside the basic functions, Miele@home can extend the Anti-crease phase by 30 minutes up to a maximum of three times and let you know when your machine needs cleaning.

If your children have been playing outside and they’ve got a little messy, then the Extra Rinse setting will blast away any caked-on dirt. Plus, you can even delay the start of your wash by up to 24 hours, so a load will be ready at a convenient time. Smart Pro Remote control using an app: Start, pause and stop your wash using your smartphone, tablet, Alexa or Google Assistant. Featuring a 9kg capacity and an impressive spin speed of 1400 rpm, this Candy washing machine will have your family’s garments clean and fresh in a flash. Discover 14 programmes to suit all kinds of fabrics, including: Once you've loaded up your washing machine, Samsung's SmartThings app can take full control. From cycle selection to making washing suggestions, the app is fully integrated with the machine. Where to buy it: Appliance Centre , John Lewis or Buywise Who makes smart washing machines and how much do they cost?As the Smart Pro is a more affordable machine, I expected that it would make more noise than a more expensive model, although it actually wasn’t that bad. Normal washing recorded a level of just over 60dB, while the spin was noisier at 72.7dB. Both readings were taken from 30cm from the middle of the door The app will choose the most appropriate cycle for the load and tell you if there's an item that should come out and be washed a different way.