The Best 9kg Washing Machines For Every Household

With a sleek black exterior, the Beko WTL94151B 9kg Washing Machine has 15 programmes, including a quick 28-minute cycle, a sports programme, delicates, and the Fast+ function that'll shorten the length of your chosen programme by up to 70%. Thanks to the ProSmart Inverter Motor, this machine is nice and quiet. It's great for open-plan living, with a super quiet 75dB noise output on a spin. If you want to wash a half load or happen to be a smaller household, you can select the Half Load function to thoroughly clean your clothes whilst saving on water and energy. 

Our review: "I know a good-looking washing machine isn't super important but this Beko 9kg is seriously nice to look at and sits alongside my matching Beko fridge freezer. What I noticed immediately about using a brand-new washing machine is how quiet it is compared to the old one I have been so used to, even when it's completing a spin cycle. The menu settings are simple to decipher after a quick read of the instruction manual. And as I am a one-person household I can still be eco-friendly and efficient with my smaller loads by making sure to click the 'Fast+' button to half the time and everything is still perfectly clean. I particularly like the 'Sports' setting for all my gym gear, which puts it on a gentle spin without worrying I will damage the delicate fabrics."

For a washing machine that'll blitz your clothes with care, the Samsung Series 5 WW90TA046AX 9kg Washing Machine will make sure stains don't stand a chance. Whether it's cotton, synthetics, or baby clothes, the Bubble Soak feature will loosen dirt for an extra thorough clean. Or - you could use the Hygiene Steam cycle to remove up to 99.9% of common bacteria, all while the ecobubble generator gets detergent right to the fibres without the need for higher temperatures. Not only that, but this machine has A-class energy efficiency and a quiet spin cycle.

Customer review: "A large capacity washing machine that cleans brilliantly, with a good rinse, a superb spin, is easy to use and is reasonably economical. There's a good range of programs with the useful option to vary temperature, number of rinses and spin speed independently, for full flexibility. The ecobubble and intense cleaning options are available to remove lingering stains. But the general wash cycles are so effective that I haven't needed to use them, so far."

The mid-range LG AI DD V3 F4V309SNE 9kg 1400 Spin Washing Machine is a worthy contender for our list with its built-in technology designed to protect your clothes and your wallet. LG's DirectDrive technology helps you to save energy while still delivering great washing results, with the AI analysing each load and adjusting the setting to suit. It'll minimise noise and vibration, optimise the washing motion, and offer your clothes intelligent care with reportedly 18 per cent more fabric protection. Alongside this, the washer has 14 specific programmes, including baby care.

Customer review: "I had an LG washing machine before this one and it was great. It was quiet and lasted over 11 years. So when the door went on my old washing machine, the obvious choice was another LG. This new one has the added benefit of being able to add things during the cycle, which has been very handy. The capacity is larger than my old machine. It is still extremely quiet. It also plays a cute little tune when the cycle has ended. I love this machine."

If you want to keep your washing machine neatly hidden away behind a cabinet door in your kitchen, the Haier Series 4 Integrated 9kg Washing Machine is the best 9kg washing machine for the job. Energy-efficient and with a maximum spin speed of 1600rpm, you can expect dryer clothes when unloading. It's great for a quick laundry turnaround. Despite the fast spin, this machine is still quiet, with a max noise level of 76dB, making it just slightly louder than the Beko. Available programmes include a 14-minute quick wash, a sports programme and a steam programme.

Customer review: "It is quiet through the majority of the cycle apart from when it lets water in and the spin. It vibrates quite a lot during the spin cycle but it isn't too noisy. I have an open-plan kitchen/living room and watch TV through most of the cycle without the machine bothering me. It seems pretty economical with regard to electricity and I like the size of the drum. Great for a family of four."

While the Hoover H-Wash 500 9kg Washing Machine isn't designed to be integrated, for a 9kg washing machine it has a very slim depth. So, it can neatly slot under your kitchen counter without jutting out from beneath. Some great features include the Eco-Power Motor that's durable, long-lasting, and quiet, the All-in-One programme to wash your whites and colours together, the ActiveCare setting to remove stubborn everyday stains, and the energy-efficient KG mode that'll weigh your load at the start of the cycle to adjust the cycle time, water, and energy consumption. 

Customer review: "I love using my app to tailor the washing cycles. When I first saw all of the washing cycles, I laughed thinking I wouldn't use them, but I find myself using quite a few of them."

With the Samsung Series 5+ AddWash WW90T554DAW 9kg Washing Machine, we really have been spoilt for choice. Not only does it have a nifty door where you can add extra items during the cycle, but it comes with a whopping 22 programmes, more than any other on our list. Programmes include a 15-minute quick wash, delicates, economy wash, extra rinse, and wool, to name a few. Designed to work around you, the accompanying SmartThings app will recommend settings based on what you're washing. And - it lets you choose the time you want your wash to end. 

Customer review: "This is the first Samsung laundry product I've purchased, and I'm really pleased with it. It appears to be solidly constructed, it's very quiet during washing programmes, and is easy to program. I like at the end of the wash program it omits an alarm to let you know that it's finished, and it also switches itself off - so no wasted energy. I find that the washes and particularly the rinses are performed well. The wash dispenser drawer is also kept clean by the machine jet-rinsing it out on every wash - so no having to wash the residue out every so often. All-in-all I'm more than pleased with my purchase, and it's not every day you can say that. Well done Samsung and ao.com electricals."

Bosch's EcoSilence Drive motor uses magnets instead of brushes for less wear and tear over time and a quieter machine. The Bosch Series 6's spin cycle is just a mere 71dB. Quiet and reliable, the BOSCH Series 6 WGG24409GB 9 kg 1400 Spin Washing Machine is fitted with ActiveWater Plus, which will calculate how much water is needed for each load to save you energy and money. Some of its fantastic functions include SpeedPerfect to reduce wash cycles by 65 per cent and Reload to add missed clothing into a cycle. Plus, there is DrumClean, which will remove bacteria.

Customer review: "Very pleased with new machine. It's quiet too which is always a bonus!"

If you're looking for an affordable machine that won't compromise on programmes and features, the Beko WTL92151W 9kg Washing Machine is the best 9kg choice available for under £350. It has a super-quiet 72dB spin cycle, powerful jets to give your clothes a deep clean, and plenty of useful programmes for all families. There's the Super Short cycle that can tackle a smaller load in just 14 minutes. Plus, if you suffer from itchy skin, the Anti-Allergy uses higher temperatures and extra rinses to make sure every speck of detergent is flushed out.

If you're looking for the best of the best and have the budget to accommodate, the Miele WEG365 Freestanding Washing Machine has it all. Awarded the Quiet Mark, the Miele's noise levels max out at 68dB. This is only just louder than a human voice. Plus, it has an extensive range of 17 programmes, including delicates, wool and quick wash. Compatible with the Miele@home app, you can access and control this washing machine from your Smartphone, and the machine comes equipped with a honeycomb drum that creates a cushioned effect to protect your clothes.

Customer review: "We had our last Miele washing machine for 18 years! It was reliable, well-built and sturdy. When the time came for a new one, we were concerned that Miele may have compromised on the quality of their products. We are delighted to find they haven't. The machine is quiet, efficient and spins well. It has a 9kg drum, holds a lot of washing, which is great for the weekly bedding wash - everything fits in. Highly recommend."

The Hotpoint ActiveCare NM11946BCAUKN 9kg Washing Machine is one of Hotpoint's new range of appliances and offers superlative stain removal and steam hygiene. We love Hotpoint as a trusted, affordable and reliable brand for over 110 years. Its latest washing machines and dryers with ActiveCare have PRO-Inverter motor technology, resulting in quiet, efficient and durable appliances. These machines look good too; take this sleek and stylish black washing machine as a case in point. Ideal for a family, the 9kg capacity comfortably takes a 55-litre basket of laundry with room for more. Outstanding features include Active Care, 30-minute Rapid Wash, Eco 40-60, Anti Stain Removal and Steam Hygiene.

Read our full Hotpoint ActiveCare 9kg Washing Machine Review.