Hotpoint Review WMUD962 and WMUD942 Ultima Washing Machine Comparison

The New Hotpoint Ultima Washing Machine Comparison Review

Celebrating the 100 year anniversary of Hotpoint has been a very momentous occasion and what a great way to celebrate the occasion by announcing the launch of an exciting new range to secure another 100 years.

Hotpoint has taken its top of the range Ultima appliances to a whole new level by improving; build quality, energy efficiency, availability, functions and increased drum capacity.

The new Hotpoint WMUD962 V WMUD962.

The new Hotpoint WMUD942 V WMD942.

See the table below to see a comparison of the two models.

Model	WMD962	WMUD962	WMD942	WMUD942
Energy Rating	A+	A++	A+	A++
Drum Capacity	8Kg	9Kg	8Kg	9Kg
Spin Speed	1600 RPM	1600 RPM	1400 RPM	1400 RPM
Available Colours	White (WMD962P) Graphite (WMD962G)	White (WMUD962P) Graphite (WMUD962G)	White (WMD942P) Graphite (WMD942G) Black (WMD942K)	White (WMUD942P) Graphite (WMUD942G) Black (WMUD942K) Stainless Steel (WMUD942X)
Number of Cycles	16	16	16	16
Warranty	5 Years Parts 1 Year Labour	5 Years Parts 1 Year Labour	5 Years Parts 1 Year Labour	5 Years Parts 1 Year Labour
New Cycles	N/A	Anti- Allergy Anti-Stain	N/A	Anti- Allergy Anti-Stain

You can also see the models below:

   
   New Hotpoint WMUD962P                                                              Discontinued Hotpoint WMD962P

Conclusion

As you can see Hotpoint have pulled out all of the stops with their 100 year anniversary model by completely redesigning the chassis and offer more features. Being eco-friendly is something which Hotpoint have taken very seriously throughout their new product range, at an affordable price.

Not only have Hotpoint increased the drum capacity on their latest model and make the washing machine more energy efficient, but they have taken into account practicality also. By including a handle style door mechanism, you can easily open and securely close the door and experience the much improved built quality. Also you will notice that the size of the door has been significantly increased, to allow sufficient space for duvets and other thick fabrics.

Pros

-          Increased drum capacity.

-          Improved energy efficiency.

-          Improved build quality.

-          Now available in stainless steel.

-          New practical cycles.

-          Larger door and handle design.

Cons

-          Much more expensive than its predecessor.

-          Very similar lay out to old model on the control panel.

Ultimate appliances have voted the new Hotpoint Ultima Washing Machine: