If your washing machine is near a living area, compare the stated spin noise levels of specific models, then check that their capacity and dimensions suit the space. If your floor is prone to vibrations, stable installation and levelling are essential too: a mat or pads alone won’t guarantee a quieter spin.
If the appliance is next to the lounge or another room you use regularly, compare the stated spin noise levels for the exact models you’re considering. EPREL, using data declared by manufacturers, distinguishes this measurement from the noise you may experience at home.
The type of floor, levelling and how firmly the feet rest on it all matter before you choose an anti-vibration accessory. Electrolux and Bosch recommend following the installation instructions for the specific model.
Check the full dimensions, the clearance needed to open the machine and whether its capacity suits your laundry needs. Electrolux and Haier product information shows different sizes and capacities, but a machine’s size alone doesn’t indicate how noisy it will be.
Best if: you have room for a standard model and are concerned about the spin cycle near a room you use regularly.
Bear in mind: the figure on the product information sheet describes the model under the stated conditions. It doesn’t measure vibrations from your floor or the noise you’ll hear with every load.
Best if: the appliance might transmit vibrations to the floor. First check that it’s installed correctly, the transit bolts have been removed and the feet are adjusted.
Bear in mind: pads must be compatible with the appliance and floor, and their effect in your home isn’t guaranteed.
Best if: the available width or height rules out a standard front-loading washing machine. Compare the dimensions and the clearance needed to open it.
Bear in mind: some compact models may have a smaller capacity, and their dimensions don’t prove that they’ll be quieter.
| What matters | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Noise near a room you use regularly | Exact model reference; spin-cycle noise emissions in dB(A) and noise class on the EU product information sheet. | If I run the machine near the lounge, I want to compare model-specific figures without confusing them with the noise I’ll hear at home. Around 36% of consumers prioritise spin noise. |
| Vibrations transmitted to the floor | Floor type; feet firmly in place and correctly adjusted; compatibility of any pads you’re considering. | If the floor in my home vibrates, I want to check the installation before adding an accessory. Around 29% of consumers prioritise stability and vibration transmission. |
| Available space | Width, depth and height; clearance to open the machine; capacity of the exact model. | In a studio flat, I need to make sure the appliance will fit and that it’ll be practical to load. Around 21% of consumers prioritise the space it takes up. |
| Cost and expected lifespan | Installation services; stated durability index; after-sales service terms. | If I want to plan for installation and expected lifespan, I check this information separately from the noise level. Around 14% of consumers prioritise cost and expected lifespan. |
The stated spin noise level doesn’t describe vibrations transmitted by every type of floor or how disruptive the machine will be in every flat.
Compare the product information for the exact models you’re considering, then assess the stability of the intended location separately.
Feet that haven’t been adjusted properly or transit bolts that haven’t been removed may contribute to movement and noise. Individual accounts from people in France describe different experiences, including vibrations despite using a mat.
Start by following the instructions for your model and checking the feet. Only consider pads after checking that they’re compatible with both the appliance and the floor.
The dimensions and capacity help you work out whether a washing machine will suit your space, but they don’t tell you how noisy it will be during the spin cycle.
Measure the space and the clearance needed to open the machine, then compare the noise information for each model separately.
The front-loading F84N15WHS may be worth considering if a capacity of 8 kg and dimensions of 60 × 53 × 85 cm suit your space.
The top-loading EW6T5621UB may suit spaces with limited width; the E4WHPA02 pads are a separate accessory.
The Mini Drum HW50-BP12307U1 may be worth considering if you need a washing machine with smaller dimensions.
Front-loading models with different capacities give you several sizes to compare. Check the installation instructions for each specific model.
This selection includes a stability mat, compact portable washing machines and Comfee washing machines with capacities of 8 or 10 kg. Compare floor compatibility, size, capacity and noise information separately for each model.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a base for your washing machine, after checking that it’s compatible with the appliance and floor.
The title specifies recycled rubber, dimensions of 60 × 60 cm and a thickness of 0.5 cm; it mentions three thickness options.
Check the dimensions and thickness for the variant you choose.
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Its portable design may suit you if you’re looking for a compact appliance for small loads; check that its capacity meets your needs.
The title lists a capacity of 12 L, three wash modes and a spin-drying basket.
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Worth considering for a small space and small loads, as long as the capacity and intended use suit you.
The title lists a capacity of 15 L, three wash modes and a spin-drying basket; the variant is listed as grey and white.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a stated capacity of 10 kg and the features listed in the title.
The title lists 16 programmes, a steam function, a pet hair programme and an add-laundry function.
The title describes it as quiet but doesn’t provide a noise figure. Check the information for this model before judging its spin noise.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for an 8 kg front-loading washing machine; check the dimensions of the space and access for opening the door.
The title lists 16 programmes, a steam function, a pet hair programme and an add-laundry function.
The title describes it as quiet but doesn’t give a noise figure. Check the model’s information to compare its spin cycle.
Compare the noise emissions during the spin cycle, in dB(A), and the noise class for the exact model. The EU product information sheet for the LG F84N15WHS, published in EPREL using supplier data, states 74 dB(A) and a class B rating; these figures don’t measure vibrations from your floor.
Follow the instructions for your model and check that the appliance is stable and level, with its feet resting firmly on the floor. Electrolux recommends a hard, level floor; Samsung says wooden floors should be suitable and warns against mats and soft flooring. Also check that the transit bolts have been removed.
Not necessarily. First check the installation and levelling, then make sure the accessory is compatible with the appliance and floor. Electrolux describes its pads as suitable for washing machines, but an individual account from someone in France describes vibrations despite using a mat. This doesn’t tell you what the result will be in your home.
No. According to the DGCCRF, a commercial warranty is optional and comes in addition to statutory guarantees. For the statutory guarantee of conformity, claims must be brought within two years of the goods being delivered, subject to the applicable conditions.
European energy labelling requirements apply to household washing machines. In France, according to the ministry responsible for ecological transition, the durability index began replacing the repairability index for washing machines on 8 April 2025. This index provides information about expected lifespan; it doesn’t measure noise levels.