Hotpoint 9kg/6kg 1400 Spin Washer Dryer - White

🔑 Key points

• 9kg wash / 6kg dry capacity – suitable for medium to large households.
• 1400rpm spin speed – removes more water from clothes, helping reduce drying times.
• A-rated energy efficiency for washing and D-rated for combined wash & dry cycles.
• Anti Stain technology – tackles 24 common stains (such as coffee, grass, ketchup and makeup) without pre-treatment.
• ColourCare technology – helps keep colours vibrant for longer.
• Steam Hygiene – removes up to 99.9% of bacteria during selected cycles.
• Pet Hair Care – designed to help lift stubborn pet hair from fabrics.
• Full Load 45' – washes a full 9kg load in just 45 minutes.
• Continuous Wash & Dry – automatically washes and dries clothes in one programme.
• Rapid option – can reduce wash times by up to 50% on compatible programmes.
• Digital Inverter Motor – quieter, more durable and energy efficient than a conventional motor.
• 15 wash programmes and 5 drying programmes.

📏 Dimensions

• Height: 84.5 cm
• Width: 60 cm
• Depth: 57 cm

👍 Pros

• Large 9kg wash and 6kg dry capacity.
• Excellent stain-removal features.
• Steam hygiene and pet hair programmes are useful for families and pet owners.
• Fast full-load wash programme.
• Can be used as wash only, dry only, or wash & dry.

⚠️ Cons

• Like all condenser washer dryers, drying is slower and uses more energy than a separate heat pump tumble dryer.
• 76dB spin noise (Noise Class B), so it's not as quiet as some premium models.
• A full wash-and-dry cycle is considerably longer than using separate appliances.

⭐ Verdict

The Hotpoint HBD9681ANTISTAINUK is one of the strongest all-in-one washer dryers in the £400–£500 range. Its 9kg/6kg capacity, Anti Stain, Steam Hygiene, Pet Hair Care, and Full Load 45' programme make it particularly well suited to busy family homes.

Overall rating: 9.2/10

Best for:

• ✅ Families
• ✅ Homes with pets
• ✅ Users who need one appliance with a larger-than-average drying capacity