How you use the buying a washing machine section depends on what you are looking for and how much of a hurry you are in. I've listed below all the scenarios I can think of, and the recommended paths to follow.

Even if you aren't currently looking to buy a washing machine, you may still find most of the information very useful, and hopefully interesting

Research buying a new washing machine

• Washing machine reviews
• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 1)
  1. New washing machines aren't made as well as they used to be
  2. Are new washing machines only built to last 5 years?

• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 2)
  1. Do washing machines have built-in obsolescence?
  2. What's the difference between the basic and the top model of a range of washing machines?
  3. If I buy a more expensive washing machine, do I get a better washing machine?

• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 3)
  1. Which are the most reliable and the least reliable makes of washing machine?
  2. Which is the best washing machine to buy?

• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 4)
  1. Where can I compare washing machine prices?

• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 5)
  1. Buying washing machines online
  2. Special offers on washing machines and other white goods (As an affiliate, certain retailers regularly notify me of special offers, discount codes and money off vouchers for washing machines, dishwashers, tumble dryers, fridges, fridge freezers and cookers. This section is where I post these offers)

• Buying a new washing machine advice (part 6)
  1. Washer-dryer, or separate washing machine and dryer - which is the best?
  2. Should I buy a reconditioned washing machine?

Compare washing machine prices, or buy a washing machine online

• Compare prices on Washing Machines using Kelkoo (Compare washing machine prices easily at dozens of shops & online stores. Be amazed at the price differences)
• Compare home appliance prices (at PriceRunner)
• Comet online special offers and store prices(Comet have stores everywhere too, with special online deals)
• Appliances Online (Quote: "Thousands of kitchen appliances at unbelievable prices")
• Find washing machines less than £260 (specialised price comparison search)
• Special offers on washing machines and other appliances (As an affiliate, certain retailers regularly notify me of special offers, discount codes and money off vouchers for washing machines, dishwashers, tumble dryers, fridges, fridge freezers and cookers. This section is where I post these offers)
• Compare prices on American style washing machines sold in the UK
  • Very cheap washing machines: These are the only "cheap" washing machine I would consider because they are made by the same company that makes AEG and Zanussi, they are basically budget versions of Zanussi washing machines. Contact me if you have any questions about these budget washing machines
  • Tricity AW1001 (1000 spin) washing machine (around £200)
  • Tricity AW1401 (1400 spin) washing machine only £249 with Free delivery AND a 2 year guarantee (at John Lewis)

Help and advice about issues related to buying a new washing machine

Topics covered in related buying washing machine advice

• Related buying a washing machine advice (part 1)
  1. What do the new energy labels mean?
  2. Are all new washing machines the same size?
  3. Do all new washing machines use the same pipes and plumbing?
  4. Should I buy an extended warranty / guarantee?

• Related buying a washing machine advice (Part 2)
  1. Should I buy a cold fill washing machine or hot and cold fill?
  2. How to install a washing machine

Small washing machine. Compact washing machines

Small washing machines (mini / portable) washing machines

Top loading washing machines

The vast majority of UK washing machines are front loaders. If you are interested in comparing top loading washing machine prices you can do so at kelkoo Top loading washing machines (UK)

Which is best, a top loader or a front loader? (Blog article)

Please Note

All information is meant to be fair and balanced and is my own personal opinion based on 30 years experience. All advice is given in good faith and without liability, and is meant as a general guideline only.