Updated 6 Nov 2026
How to choose a washing machine: what today's catalog shows
Type, load and today's price.
Not sure which washing machine to buy?
See the guideStep 1 of 3
First, the type
Each type has its own price range.
Each type of washing machine costs something different, so we only compare within the same type.
| Type | Models today | Median price | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washer dryer | 10 | £424 | Hoover H-WASH&DRY 350 Freestanding Washer Dryer, £369 |
| Top load | 1 | £1,399 | Maytag MAT23MNAGW 10.5Kg American Style Top Loader Washing Machine, £1,399 |
| Front load | 114 | £329 | Comfee 7kg Front Load Washing Machine 1200 RPM White A Rated, £199 |
Step 2 of 3
Then, the load
More is not always better for everyone: it is what you pay for.
Load is what separates prices most within a type.
| Load | Models today | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 7 kg | 11 | £280 |
| 7 to 9 kg | 73 | £329 |
| 9 to 11 kg | 34 | £369 |
| Over 11 kg | 4 | £387 |
Step 3 of 3
Finally, today's price
Compare with similar items, not with just any.
Today there are 125 washing machines in the catalog, with a median price of £349, read on 06/11/2026. The chart on the main page shows how far each washing machine costs below others of the same type: that is the fair comparison.
Today's cheapest:
What the catalog shows
- 125washing machines in the catalog
- 06/11date of the prices
Choosing a washing machine starts with the type and load; the price is compared with similar items. Catalog of 06/11/2026: 125 washing machines, median price £349.
The best by price range
Next step
See the washing machines that fit your criteria
Each point is a new washing machine, by price and spec score.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a washing machine cost today?
Read on 06/11/2026, there are 125 washing machines, with a median of £349; the cheapest costs £199. It is the catalog product price.
How do I know if a washing machine price is good?
Compare it with washing machines of the same type: the chart on the main page shows how far each washing machine is below the median of similar items.
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Where the numbers come from
The guide only states what the day's catalog shows: each number comes from the reading on 06/11/2026, and the median is for washing machines with the data.
The guide helps you decide and doesn’t recommend a washing machine for you: the final price is the one at the store, and the spec score doesn’t measure how clean it gets clothes or how long it lasts or durability.
Data from 6 Nov 2026.