Head to head

Candy CSS1414TWMBE or Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR: which should you choose?

Comparison of the two washing machines using our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.

Candy CSS1414TWMBE, studio product shot

Candy CSS1414TWMBE

8.4/10
Overall rating

Main drawbackLoud spinning makes late evening apartment laundry a poor match

Read the full analysis →
Haier HW90-B14939S8, studio product shot

Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR

8.8/10
Overall rating

Main drawbackB spin efficiency limits the appeal of its high rotation speed

Read the full analysis →

Our verdict based on your priority

  • Priority: “Washing capacity”Candy CSS1414TWMBE 9.5 / 10 vs 8.2
  • Priority: “Noise level when spinning”Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR 9.2 / 10 vs 6.6
  • Priority: “Drum volume”Candy CSS1414TWMBE 9.5 / 10 vs 8.4
  • Priority: “Equipment”Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR 9.5 / 10 vs 7.4

By criterion

Comparison of Candy CSS1414TWMBE and Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR by criterion
Criterion Candy CSS1414TWMBE Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR
Washing capacity 9.5 advantage 8.2
Spin speed 8.8 8.8
Noise level when spinning 6.6 9.2 advantage
Drum volume 9.5 advantage 8.4
Equipment 7.4 9.5 advantage

A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply a level of precision we cannot offer.

Side-by-side specs

Specifications for Candy CSS1414TWMBE and Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR
SpecificationCandy CSS1414TWMBEHaier HW90-B14939S8-FR
Washing capacity14 kg9 kg
Dimensions: width60 centimeters59,5 centimeters
Dimensions: height85 centimeters85 centimeters
Spin speed1400 rpm1400 rpm
Noise level when spinning80 decibels67 decibels
Drum volume83 liters65 liters
Repairability index7,8 out of 108,8 out of 10
Durability index7,0 out of 109,3 out of 10
Door typeFront loadFront load
InstallationFreestandingFreestanding
Washing energy classAA
FeaturesSteamRemaining time display, Child lock, Delay end, Steam
ProgramsDelicateAnti-allergy, Delicate, Quick
ColorWhiteAnthracite
Spin efficiency classBB
Spin noise classCA

Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, compiled in our reviews. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.

Which is right for you?

Candy CSS1414TWMBE

Tied, leading on 2 of the 5 criteria compared

  • Washing capacity: 9.5/10 vs 8.2/10 (14 kg vs 9 kg)
  • Drum volume: 9.5/10 vs 8.4/10 (83 liters vs 65 liters)
View Candy CSS1414TWMBE →

Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR

Tied, leading on 2 of the 5 criteria compared

  • Noise level when spinning: 9.2/10 vs 6.6/10 (67 decibels vs 80 decibels)
  • Equipment: 9.5/10 vs 7.4/10
View Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR →

Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Which is rated higher, Candy CSS1414TWMBE or Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR?

They're neck and neck: 8.4/10 for Candy CSS1414TWMBE, 8.8/10 for Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR. A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage.

Which wins on “Noise level when spinning”?

Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR wins on “Noise level when spinning”: 9.2/10 compared with 6.6/10 for Candy CSS1414TWMBE. Recorded values: 67 decibels versus 80 decibels.

Which wins on “Equipment”?

Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR wins on “Equipment”: 9.5/10 compared with 7.4/10 for Candy CSS1414TWMBE.

Which wins on “Washing capacity”?

Candy CSS1414TWMBE wins on “Washing capacity”: 9.5/10 compared with 8.2/10 for Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR. Recorded values: 14 kg versus 9 kg.

Which wins on “Drum volume”?

Candy CSS1414TWMBE wins on “Drum volume”: 9.5/10 compared with 8.4/10 for Haier HW90-B14939S8-FR. Recorded values: 83 liters versus 65 liters.

More useful comparisons

Spotted an error on this page? Report it