Tested in a four-person household, the Miele W1 WSG363 and its large 9kg drum suits families very well. With 12 different programmes, including an Express 20 cycle that washes your clothes in as little as 20 minutes, this washing machine is both versatile and effective. There are a lot of settings (12 programmes and several additional settings, like delaying the programme or making it shorter), which are a game-changer for me and my family. A balance control system will ensure the clothes are evenly distributed inside the drum and a foam control system will activate an additional rinse cycle if too much foam has been detected. We would also like to mention a unique ABT technology - the areas prone to bacterial growth (like a detergent drawer or a door gasket) here are protected by a special material that prevents bacteria build-up. This Anti-Bacterial Treatment (ABT) technology will prevent odour formation and ensure a hygienic cleaning time after time. It will also help you save on washer cleaners. When you’re shopping around for a quality washing machine, you’ll see there are many things you need to take into account.

The Miele W1 WSG363 is one of the brand's best performing washing machines. Its size is an instant plus point for a family of four, and it cleans and rinses so well that I can really notice the cleanliness of my laundry after using this machine. This is the general norm for most washing machine manufacturers and it doesn’t normally pose a problem for most households – if you have a large enough utility/kitchen, you will be able to accommodate the machine easily in any spot. Our tester Zoe says, "Our household consists of four people, and this 9kg machine has proven to be more than capable of meeting our laundry needs. It handles various load sizes with ease, ensuring that our clothes come out clean and fresh every time. The spin rating sits at a B, so the clothes don’t come out as dry as they could but, day in and day out, the Miele WEG665 performs admirably without any hiccups or issues." Offering an 8kg capacity, the appliance has an automatic load adjustment function that will help you save on your electricity and water bills. It adjusts the washing cycle duration and water consumption depending on the fabric type and load capacity. Also, if you do not use the machine for a while, it switches to an energy-saving mode (the displays go out) until you use it again. A SpeedPerfect option will allow you to minimise washing time if you need fast yet quality results. Buying a new washing machine is an investment that requires you to weigh your budget against the features you need and want. Here is our list of the primary considerations you will need to think about when choosing the right washing machine for your family.It also has connectivity with the Miele@Home app, which I’ve personally not set up as I work from home a lot and don’t need it. There is also a pre-ironing function which I’ve never used as I don’t do any ironing, but it’s purpose is to reduce the need for ironing by up to 50%. If you live in the UK, the easiest way to find a washing machine with the door hinge on the right is simply to choose a machine made by Miele. I’ve found the machine to be very intuitive. Every setting is so straightforward to use that I generally haven’t had to consult the user manual. However I did have to look up now to cancel a programme once it had started as it wasn’t easy to work out how to do this myself. If it lasts as long as my previous Miele washing machine (11 years), then the Miele W1 WSG363 offers great value for money. Very small loads (under 1kg) can be washed to the same economy as a larger load, whilst using less time, resources, and detergent to do so

Combining high efficiency with low-noise performance (46 decibels when washing and 72 decibels when spinning), the Miele WSG363 is definitely one of the best quiet washing machines out there. The unit won't take too much space in your bathroom or kitchen, yet featuring a 9kg capacity it can be easily used for washing larger garments and linen, even double duvets. The patented honeycomb drum, in its turn, will guarantee gentle laundry care, while an ergonomic AddLoad function will allow you to add some clothing right during the washing cycle. Conducted our own in-depth, at-home testing with families to bring you the best washing machines for every need, budget and laundry pile.The Miele W1 WSG363 sits in our kitchen and is fairly quiet. Miele says that this machine, like all their washing machines, has been fitted with a PofilEco motor, which makes their machines quieter than those with a carbon-brush motor.