Hotpoint H8 W946WB UK
- Washing machines
- 9 kg
- Free-standing
- 1,351 rpm
Uses about as much energy as the average for 9 kg washing machines on Wattabill (4838 models).
Running cost at a glance
- €30.53 per year
- €305 over 10 years
- 108 kWh per year
- 23 kg CO₂e per year from electricity use
- 9,900 litres of water per year
Your country and usage
- Electricity at €0.2832 per kWh (household price with taxes, Eurostat 2026-S1).
- 210 g CO₂e per kWh generated in 2023 (European Environment Agency). Counts use only, not manufacturing.
We assume prices stay the same over the years.
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About this model
Text from the manufacturer, via Icecat.
- Direct Drive - The innovative Direct Drive motor replaces the traditional belt driven motor with a high-performance direct drive motor that rotates the drum directly, offering quality, reliability and minimum noise levels
- Load detected - "Load Detect technology precisely understands the quantity of laundry placed inside the drum, and automatically adjusts the water and energy needed for each cycle. By continually monitoring the amount of water absorbed by the load, only the precise amount of water and energy is used, saving 45% in energy and 50% of water*.*Tested on Mixed cycle with and without Load Detect"
- Steam 3.0 - "Steam 3.0 technologies provide ultimate cleaning results with three options to choose from. The Steam Hygiene cycle remove 99.9% of bacteria* thanks to a prolonged high temperature; the 20 minute Steam Refresh cycle refreshes clothes without washing; and finally the Steam Finish option keeps your laundry soft, for up to 6 hours after the end of the cycle. *Tested by Allergy UK"
- AutoDose - "An ally for the environment and also protects your purse, the AutoDose function uses the perfect amount of detergent for every cycle, so you can wash up to 26 loads* without refilling, saving up to 30% of detergent**.**Compared to reco dosage of most sold (concentrated) liquid detergents (Euromonitor, Germany 2019) "
Achieve impeccable cleaning with maximum energy and water efficiency. The Hotpoint H8 W946WB UK 9kg washing machine boasts an authentic design and a large drum capacity. GentlePower technology delivers a high standard of cleaning performance whilst saving 65% energy and 59% of water*. GentlePower technology carefully sprays water onto your laundry like a waterfall, providing a thorough wash, whilst Load Detect precisely understands the quantity of laundry placed inside the drum and automatically adjusts the water and energy usage. This model also features the AutoDose function, so you don't have to think about how much detergent to use for each wash. The Direct Drive motor replaces the traditional belt-driven motor that rotates the drum directly, offering quality, reliability and minimum noise levels. When all you need is silence, the extra silent cycle takes care of laundry, at any time of the day, without disturbing you. For added versatility, discover the power of steam and achieve ultimate cleaning results and peace of mind, Steam 3.0 technologies provide ultimate cleaning results with three options to choose from. The Steam Hygiene cycle reduces bacteria thanks to a prolonged high temperature; the 20-minute Steam Refresh cycle refreshes clothes without washing; and finally, the Steam Finish option keeps your laundry soft and crease-free, for up to 6 hours after the end of the cycle.
*Tested on ECO 40-60 cycle with and without GentlePower and Load Detect
Specifications
| Brand | Hotpoint |
|---|---|
| Model | H8 W946WB UK |
| Energy class | A |
| Capacity | 9 kg |
| Energy per 100 washes | 49 kWh |
| Energy per wash | 0.494 kWh |
| Water per wash | 45 L |
| Spin-drying class | B |
| Max. spin speed | 1,351 rpm |
| Remaining moisture | 53 % |
| Noise when spinning | 71 dB(A) (A) |
| Eco 40-60 programme | 3 h 45 min |
| Type | Free-standing |
| Height × width × depth | 85 × 60 × 64 cm |
| Off mode | 0.5 W |
| Standby | 0.5 W |
| On the market since | April 5, 2021 |
| EPREL registration number | 385431 |
Source: EPREL, European Commission. Data updated October 13, 2026.
Product description and images: Icecat (Open Icecat), provided as is, without warranty.