Deciding on whether to buy a product like BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX or perhaps HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX vs HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine

BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX specs

BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX
 HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine specs

HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine
Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Type: Freestanding

Energy efficiency rating: A+

Colour: Graphite

Annual energy consumption: 418 kWh

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 1 year

Fridge / Freezer configuration: – Side-by-side fridge doors
– Bottom left freezer door
– Bottom right multi-zone door

PERFORMANCE
Type of door handle: Integrated

Total gross capacity: 480 litres

Capacity: 7 kg

Total storage capacity: 450 litres

Energy rating: A++

Storage volume: – Fridge: 300 litres
– Freezer: 150 litres

Wash performance: A++

Suitable for outbuildings: No

Annual energy consumption: – 192 kWh
– 10623 litres

Climate class: SN – T

Spin performance: B

Optimum ambient temperature range: 10 – 43°C

Maximum spin speed: 1400 rpm

Noise level: 42 dB(A)

Noise level (wash): 58 dB(A)

Colour / Finish: Stainless steel

Noise level (spin): 80 dB(A)

FRIDGE INTERIOR

WASHING PROGRAMS

Number of shelves: 3

Variable temperature: Yes

Number of salad crispers: 2

Number of programs: 16

Number of door compartments: 6

Wash programs: – Anti Allergy
– Anti Stain
– Auto Clean
– Eco Cycle
– Ultra Delicates
– Whites
– Baby, Bed & Bath
– Delay Timer
– Intensity Options
– Woolmark Platinum Care
– Fast Wash 30

Interior light: LED

WASHING TIMES
Adjustable shelves: Yes

Storage features: – Egg rack x 2
– Bottle rack x 1

60° wash time: 180 minutes

FRIDGE FUNCTIONS

40° wash time: 145 minutes

Quick wash time: 30 minutes

Fridge auto-defrost: Yes

FEATURES
Fast chill function: Yes

Food preservation technology: – Neofrost
– Active Fresh Blue light

Water remaining after spin: 53%

Air-flow cooling: Yes

Loading: Front loading

Hygiene features: Antibacterial door seal

CONTROLS
Other functions: Holiday mode

CONTROLLABLE TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT

Program selector: Dial

Delay timer: Yes

Temperature range: -24 – 8 °C

Time remaining indicator: Yes

FREEZER INTERIOR

GENERAL

Compartments: – Drawers x 4
– Shelves x 2

Dimensions: – 850 x 595 x 517 mm (H x W x D)
– 33.46 x 23.42 x 20.35 inches (H x W x D)

Clear drawer fronts: Yes

Boxed dimensions: 890 x 645 x 590 mm (H x W x D)

Interior light: No

Weight: 65.8 kg

Ice cube trays included: Yes

Boxed weight: 67.3 kg

FREEZER FUNCTIONS

Stacking option: Yes

Price: £599

Price: £249

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 9.3 / 10

Review Score: 9.9 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX or HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 534 products in the same category as BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX, which is the Fridge freezers category. Of these 534 products the average price was £656.71, the most expensive was £5909 and the cheapest was just £79. We then looked at the price of the 250 in the same as the HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine, which of course the average was £421.17, top price was £1379.99 and cheapest £4.99.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Beko and Hotpoint, the average was £317.31 for Beko, £343.60 for Hotpoint. The max for each was £949/£1169 and minimum was £54.99/£90

Price analysis of BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX

Price analysis of HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine

  • BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX
  • 192 x 76 x 74 cm (H x W x D)
  • Fridge: 300 litres / Freezer: 150 litres
  • No need to defrost with frost free technology
  • Convertible fridge & freezer zone for extra storage
  • Food freshness feature to keep your fruit and veg fresh
  • Top features: – Flexible fridge to freezer compartment – Active Fresh Blue Light keeps food fresher for longer – Fast Freeze and Quick Cool for speedy chilling – NeoFrost technology maintains humidity – Easy to use and operate Flexible fridge to freezer Whether you need more room in the fridge space for a big summer party or have a load of extra food that needs freezing over Christmas, the Beko GNE480E20FX Fridge Freezer’s MultiZone compartment can become a fridge or a freezer at the touch of a button. Active Fresh Blue Light Active Fresh Blue Light in the Beko GNE480E20FX’s crisper drawer keeps your fruit and veg fresher. The blue light continues your fruit and veg’s natural photosynthesis, so they retain their vitamins and nutrients for longer. Fast Freeze and Quick Cool When you need to get your foods chilled fast, this fridge freezer has both Fast Freeze and Quick Cool settings, which also helps preserve the taste and nutrients of freshly bought meat and veg. There’s also a chiller compartment that’s ideal for meat, fish and dairy.NeoFrostNeoFrost technology throughout the fridge freezer maintains humidity for faster cooling and no frost build up. And Multi Air Cooling makes sure all sections are at an even temperature. This all helps to keep your foods chilled and tasting fresh for longer.Easy to use You can easily control the Beko GNE480E20FX without needing to open the doors. The external touch control display lets you select Quick Cool, Fast Freeze, and more. You can even set it to use less energy when you’re on holiday. And you can always see clearly inside your fridge freezer thanks to internal LED lighting. ___________________________________________________________________________ PLEASE NOTE: Use in outbuildings: This refrigerator is not designed to be used in an outbuilding – both your food and the appliance can be damaged. Do not use it in any unheated area.
  • Product codes: 5023790045926
  • HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine
  • Capacity: 7 kg
  • Spin speed: 1400 rpm
  • Quick wash time: 30 minutes
  • Energy rating: A++
  • One-year manufacturer’s guarantee
  • The Hotpoint WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine offers convenient features and an efficient performance. Smart features Expect better wash performance and cut down on the amount of energy and water you use thanks to the WMFUG742G’s innovative Smart features. Delivering maximum fabric care and rinsing performance, the WMFUG742G uses Auto+ to recognise the size of a load and manage water levels and drum action for optimum results. Speed+ automatically raises the water temperature and increases movement in the drum to get the most out of detergent. Any excess residue is removed at the end of the cycle for better results. The Performance+ feature can intensify the wash, optimising the effectiveness of the wash to deal with more stubborn stains.Everyday washing The Hotpoint WMFUG742G offers a generous 7 kg wash capacity along with an energy efficient A++ performance to keep costs low. This eco friendly washer gives you the ultimate energy saving convenience without compromising on performance. A Fast Wash 30 function gets your garments swiftly refreshed and ready to dry in just 30 minutes, and the Woolmark Platinum Care programme uses an extra gentle drum action and low spin speeds to keep your woollens looking as good as new.Anti-stainWith anti-stain technology, the WMFUG742G removes tough every day stains at a simple touch of a button. This wash technology intelligently manages water, agitation and temperature to beat the hardest of stains. A 40¬∞C phase removes enzymatic stains before the washer maintains a constant 43¬∞C temperature for the most effective wash performance.Anti-allergyWith anti allergy washing, the Hotpoint WMFUG742G Washing Machine removes dirt and 99.9% of major allergens contained within fabrics. This is achieved by heating up the water at the beginning of the cycle and then maintaining a 60¬∞C temperature for allergy-friendly results.Recipient of Allergy UK approval, the washer effectively reduces pollen and dust levels as well as eliminating mites.FunctionsThere are 16 wash programmes to enjoy including a handy Bed and Bath function that ensures the perfect balance of heat, tumble and cooling for bulky bedding and towels.Get the best out of your laundry load with functions for your delicates, whites and options for an intense washing to rid harder stains. Woolmark Platinum Care prevents your delicate thermal clothing from bobbling by using low spin speeds and gentle drum action. Sweaters, blankets and knitwear emerge just like new. With a delay timer, you can set the Hotpoint Washing Machine to run on your schedule and be sure your favourite outfit is ready when you are.Enjoy simple, stress-free and efficient laundry with the Hotpoint WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine in graphite.
  • Product codes: 5016108862490

What’s better BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX or HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine?

There are obviously a number of differences between BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX and HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £599 cost of BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX is closer to the expectation you had than the £249 pricep point of HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX and HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas HOTPOINT WMFUG742G SMART Washing Machine scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Fridge freezers as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



BEKO Slim American Style Fridge Freezer GNE480E20FX



Rating:
8.90 out of
10