BBy Bikram Nath·Researched from UK Amazon listings·Updated 2026-10-19·5 products compared
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What are the best 9kg washing machines to buy in the UK?
Our top pick for 9kg Washing Machines in the UK is the Hisense WF1I9042BBP 9kg Washing Machine, 1400rpm, Black.
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP suits medium-sized households wanting a 9kg machine: 1400 RPM, 15 programmes, 72 decibels, A class energy and a 2 year manufacturer warranty on the listing.
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP 9kg washing machine is our top pick because its listing states a 9 kilogram stainless steel drum, a 1400 RPM maximum spin speed, 15 washing programmes, an A class energy rating, operation at 72 decibels and a 2 year manufacturer warranty. For a narrow space, the COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK lists a 9kg capacity and a depth of 50cm. For phone control, the Hisense WF3S9043BB3 lists the ConnectLife app and 19 programmes.
This guide compares five machines of this size from Hisense, Gorenje, COMFEE' and Hoover, using what each listing states: spin speed, energy class, programme count, quick wash times, noise, depth and warranty. Four listings state energy class A and the Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 states A-40%.
Buying guide
What should you look for in 9kg Washing Machines?
1Spin speed: the Hisense WF1I9042BBP, Hisense WF3S9043BB3 and COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK listings state 1400 RPM, and the Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK states up to 1400 rpm. The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 listing does not mention a spin speed in the features we read.
2Energy class: the two Hisense machines, the Gorenje and the COMFEE' state class A; the Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 title states A-40% Energy Class. None of the five listings gives an annual energy or water consumption figure.
3Programmes and quick wash: the Hisense WF1I9042BBP and the Gorenje state 15 programmes and the Hisense WF3S9043BB3 states 19. Both Hisense listings and the Gorenje (QuickWash 15') name a 15-minute quick wash; the COMFEE' lists 15min and 45min quick wash options. The COMFEE' and Hoover listings state no programme count.
4Depth: the COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK states a depth of 50cm in its feature list and names spaces such as under kitchen cabinets. The other four listings do not state a depth in their feature lists.
5Warranty: the listings state a 2 year manufacturer warranty (both Hisense machines and the COMFEE'), 1 year labour and 10 years parts (Hoover Pro Wash Series 1) and 1 year manufacturer (Gorenje).
Our process
How do we choose our picks?
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise current Amazon UK listings and published specs into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We check each pick against live Amazon UK catalogue data rather than last year’s model lists. Stock moves fast, so a listing can sell out after we publish.
Published specs
We compare manufacturer specifications so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage and plug/fitting standards — details that generic global lists miss.
9 kg rated capacity; 54 litre RainDrop stainless steel drum
9kg
9kg
9kg
Energy Class
A
A
A
A-40%
A
Warranty
2 year manufacturer
1 year manufacturer
2 year manufacturer
1 year labour, 10 years parts
2 year manufacturer
Spin Speed
1400 RPM maximum
Up to 1400 rpm
1400rpm
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1400 RPM
Programmes
15, including Cotton, Active Steam, Quick Wash, Wool and Baby Care
15, including Cotton, Synthetics, Wool, Baby clothes, QuickWash 15', Eco 40-60 and Power…
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The rankings
The best 9kg Washing Machines, ranked
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Hisense
Top Pick
Hisense WF1I9042BBP 9kg Washing Machine, 1400rpm, Black
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP suits medium-sized households wanting a 9kg machine: 1400 RPM, 15 programmes, 72 decibels, A class energy and a 2 year manufacturer warranty on the listing.
Capacity
9kg, stainless steel drum
Spin Speed
1400 RPM maximum
Energy Class
A
Programmes
15, including Cotton, Active Steam, Quick Wash, Wool and Baby Care
Noise
72 decibels
Warranty
2 year manufacturer
What we like
+States a 72 decibel noise figure and an inverter motor
+15 programmes, including a 15-minute quick wash
+9 kilogram drum made from stainless steel, per the listing
+2 year manufacturer warranty
Worth noting
–The listing states no annual energy or water consumption figure
–App control is not mentioned in the features we read
£269.00£279.00−4%Amazon.co.uk price as of 03 Nov, 18:00 (London time). Details
Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK 9kg 1400rpm Freestanding Washing Machine, White
The Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK suits buyers who want a stated drum volume (54 litre) and a 135 degree door opening alongside 15 programmes and up to 1400 rpm, with a 1 year manufacturer warranty.
Capacity
9 kg rated capacity; 54 litre RainDrop stainless steel drum
Spin Speed
Up to 1400 rpm
Energy Class
A
Programmes
15, including Cotton, Synthetics, Wool, Baby clothes, QuickWash 15', Eco 40-60 and Power 49'
Warranty
1 year manufacturer
Door Opening
135 degree
What we like
+States a 54 litre stainless steel drum with Jet Assist
+Inverter PowerDrive motor with LED display and DelayEnd
+Steam functions, self-cleaning programme, extra rinse and pre-wash, per the listing
+135 degree door opening angle
Worth noting
–1 year manufacturer warranty
–The listing states no noise figure
–App control is not mentioned in the features we read
£249.00£259.00−4%Amazon.co.uk price as of 03 Nov, 18:00 (London time). Details
COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK 9kg Slim Washing Machine, 1400rpm, White
The COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK suits narrow spaces such as under kitchen cabinets: the listing states a 50cm depth, 9kg, 1400rpm and a 2 year manufacturer warranty.
Capacity
9kg
Spin Speed
1400rpm
Energy Class
A
Warranty
2 year manufacturer
Depth
50cm
Temperatures
Cold/20℃/40℃/60℃
What we like
+States a depth of 50cm
+Quick Wash options of 15min and 45min
+BLDC inverter motor and a Steam Wash function, per the listing
+2 year manufacturer warranty
Worth noting
–The listing states no programme count
–The listing calls the motor quiet but gives no decibel figure
£228.98£269.99−15%Amazon.co.uk price as of 03 Nov, 18:00 (London time). Details
Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 9kg Washing Machine, A-40% Energy Class, White
The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 suits buyers who want an A-40% energy class and a 10 years parts warranty, though the listing does not state a spin speed.
Capacity
9kg
Energy Class
A-40%
Warranty
1 year labour, 10 years parts
Drum Cleaning
60° Drum Cleaning Cycle
Drum
Soft Drum
What we like
+A-40% Energy Class stated in the title
+1 year labour and 10 years parts warranty
+Clean Shield gasket protection and Smart Spray door-glass cleaning, per the listing
+AI Silent Motion, which the listing says reduces vibrations
Worth noting
–The listing does not mention a spin speed in the features we read
–The listing states no programme count
–The listing gives no decibel figure
£319.00Amazon.co.uk price as of 03 Nov, 18:00 (London time). Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of 03 Nov, 18:00 (London time) and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Editor's Note
None of these five listings states an annual energy or water consumption figure, so the energy class (A on four, A-40% on the Hoover) is the only efficiency measure given. Only the Hisense WF1I9042BBP states a noise figure (72 decibels), and the COMFEE' is the one listing that states a depth in its feature list (50cm). The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 listing does not mention a spin speed or programme count in the features we read.
Our Take
As a default, pick the Hisense WF1I9042BBP: a 9 kilogram stainless steel drum, 1400 RPM, 15 programmes, 72 decibels and a 2 year manufacturer warranty, all on the listing. For a tight space, the COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK lists a 50cm depth; for a longer parts term, the Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 lists 1 year labour and 10 years parts with an A-40% energy class.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
What spin speed do 9kg washing machines have?
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP, Hisense WF3S9043BB3 and COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK listings state 1400 RPM, and the Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK states up to 1400 rpm. The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 listing does not mention a spin speed in the features we read.
Which 9kg washing machines can be controlled from a phone?
The Hisense WF3S9043BB3 lists the ConnectLife app for control from your phone. The Hisense WF1I9042BBP, Gorenje, COMFEE' and Hoover listings do not mention app control in the features we read.
Is there a slim 9kg washing machine for narrow spaces?
The COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK states a depth of 50cm, and its listing names spaces such as under kitchen cabinets, bathroom corners or narrow corridors. The other four listings do not state a depth in their feature lists.
How quiet are 9kg washing machines?
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP listing states 72 decibels, the only decibel figure on these five listings. The COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK describes its BLDC inverter motor as quiet and the Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 lists A-class quietness, without a decibel figure.
Do 9kg washing machines have a quick wash?
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP and Hisense WF3S9043BB3 list a 15-minute quick wash, the Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK lists QuickWash 15', and the COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK lists 15min and 45min options. The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 listing mentions rapid cycles without a time.
What warranty do 9kg washing machines come with?
The Hisense WF1I9042BBP, Hisense WF3S9043BB3 and COMFEE' CFE12EW90/W-UK listings state a 2 year manufacturer warranty. The Hoover Pro Wash Series 1 states 1 year labour and 10 years parts, and the Gorenje WG2P94A22/UK 1 year manufacturer.
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