Review of the Miele W1 WDD030 washing machine for ao.com

This is my review of the Miele Miele W1 WDD030 washing machine.
With its 8kg capacity, this Miele washing machine is perfect for medium-sized households. It’s one of the most efficient machines available because of its A+++ energy rating, and will help you keep your energy bills low. It has Miele’s exclusive CapDosing system, too. Tailor-made detergents are dispensed at the ideal time during the cycle that are designed to care for specialist fabrics like silks and outdoor wear. It has an incredibly quiet, brushless ProfiEco Motor that is perfect for washing in the evening. This model has been tested for 20 years’ use and is built to last.

[@hiho9173]

Just got this machine, thank you for a great review, i love this washer, easy to use,very silent and overall a very good machine in my opinion.

[@bergatube60]

Just bought this maschine, and I want to compliment You for this thorough review. I got tired just to look at the 80 pages manual, but after following Your video, I can start at once after the startup wash with out close in the washer. Thanks Clare(:-))

[@TheKramarpie]

Wow. That was phenomenal. You should be in charge of reviewing EVERYTHING, PERIOD. 😋

[@peterlustig6888]

I love this machine. Our old Miele worked for 25 years👌🏻 It isn't just free, but actually generates revenue by using less energy.

[@CandidClara]

25 years is great! The only thing I have that’s lasted that long is my Dualit toaster!

[@iainmclaughlan1557]

I have ordered mine after my 16 year old Miele washing machine died. Really excited about getting it next week. Thanks for the review.

[@snaponpete9273]

Very good Clare, nice presentation..and got to the point... and the only review we found that mentioned different load weights for different programs...well done

[@experiment54]

Great review. I don't think I could have asked for much more information. I feel like I could operate this machine easily. Nice job 👍

[@kekoski]

Thank you, Candid Clara, we just bought this machine for our home, and your explanation was the most concise and to the point that I was able to find. Kudos!

[@31acruz]

how hot does it get the water, needs to reach 140 deg like the old ones.

[@Audios81]

@@31acruz mine reaches 90C which is 194F, well above the 140F you mention.

[@SOPM2007]

Thank you for that information which the instruction manual don't offer. Very helpful and nice machine!

[@sharonhopton5685]

Just bought one. Best machine out!

[@susanluraschi1400]

This video is so good. One wonders why the manufacturers can't do a series of videos like this. Manuels are another animal.

[@CandidClara]

I’ve just spent all day pulling together information on a vacuum which was in three different places and the instruction booklet was useless, so I do agree, but at least it leaves a gap for me!

[@sharonhopton5685]

Great review of the best washing machines in the world!

[@robinflb8791]

thanks for your great video, very detailed, i was hesitating before now i will buy this one.

[@b3vmm]

Excellent review. Very informative. Thanks.

[@charlesabboud1613]

What a fantastically helpful and concise review this was Clare!!

[@CandidClara]

+Charles Abboud thank you!

[@experiment54]

Couldn't have asked for much more. I now feel like I could operate this machine. Nice job!

[@adrienconnor5440]

instaBlaster...

[@LastLamplighter]

Really useful thanks. Was bugged by two things. The screen not showing a countdown - due to a pointless effort at power saving - and the machine showing 0:00 but still slowly flipping the laundry back and forth. I didn't realise you could stop it and open the door. Anti-crease disabled and screen timeout now both disabled! Thank you.

[@razakaze]

Outstanding review! gj

[@garykarczewski6678]

Thank you! I am considering this machine over LG, GE, Speed Queen, and Electrolux.

[@nigelbath]

Thank you for the review

[@evabrunson8413]

Great review

[@eileenkillen1481]

How do you turn off the anti crease cycle Clara?? Thank you so much for your well and easily explanation of using this machine!! God bless you. X

[@jimbayeh5560]

thanks so much ...... can you please show a demo on how to clean and take care of this machine as I love mine.... had it for 15months best washer I have ever=owned

[@annekatrivedi4448]

Great review. Would love to know if you can turn the beeps off.

[@xcofcd]

Miele is really expensive, but my entire Family buys nothing else. You buy the Machine and then you can forget about it for at least 20 years. My aunt just retired a Dryer that has run for 35 years without any repair or maintenance done to it. Now the mechanical program selector switch didn't work right anymore. It could be repaired, but at this point a new one pays for itself after 2 years in energy savings alone...

[@tracyconnor1849]

A few mysteries sorted thanks.

[@angelistico]

Very good and very understandable I'd like to know if it's possible to put less time to a program. I mean : I'm going to wash with a program that it's 1 hour and 40 minutes, for example, I use short option, and time is now 1 hour and 24 minutes. My question is: Can I make shorter this program? Thanks

[@martinas607]

well done, thx!

[@gwendajackson9257]

How much vibration is there when the machine is spinning as it would be on floor boards in our first floor laundry room?

[@user-gw5rs7fp9j]

Awesome clear review.....hopefully you now have a whisper quiet lovely Miele dishwasher next to it now. ;-) Although, really, if you smily face dishwasher is working well, why add throw it away hey. ;-)

[@joseluisartilestirado3688]

Es la segunda lavadora miele que compro y estoy supercontentisimo tambien la secadora estoy muy contento la secadora tiene fragancedos 1maravilla, gracias miele

[@IvanIvanov-oq7wn]

They are great.

[@hilaryarmstrong9729]

Hi there. I have had trouble getting the programmable functions to work. It talks about turning knob to a wash cycle and keeping door open while pressing ‘start/stop’ button. However I have found that the ‘start/stop’ button is not lit up so I can’t work out how to change the settings. Can you help?

[@cngross6861]

Thank you for taking the time to show us! Can’t read the manual

[@CandidClara]

Haha! Thanks for the comment

[@leeryles9357]

Loved your review. I am researching a new washing machine (first time front loader) and saw a current Miele model yesterday (with similar features) that really impressed me, however it was a little more than I was budgeting for. Today I came across an ex floor display model of the WDD030 at another store which is at the top range of my budget and wondered if it was worth considering purchasing Online reviews are hit and miss, so it was good to see how it functions in real life (even if a few years later now)

[@UsmanDar92]

Did you come to a decision as to which machine to purchase?

[@leeryles9357]

@@UsmanDar92 Yes I ended up going with a German made Bosch

[@kellytyrrell1253]

I had a Miele front-loader that was still very functional after 15 years; I upgraded 5 years ago n donated old machine to a friend…..machine is still going strong!

[@vickiparsons685]

Easy review to follow, in all the review I have not heard any one say how clean the clothes are, I have a new Asko and I’m really unhappy with the quality of the wash

[@CandidClara]

I'm still using it three years later and I'm happy!

[@tommasomontagnoli9774]

hi I can make a request I also have this washing machine but I don't understand if it is possible to hear the acoustic warning or the machine does Not

[@cracklingfun]

Would be great to see how to use a Miele WED125 /ccs 8kg

[@ASAFYY]

how do i reset it? i used to saw once a month an alert telling me to do 90 digreese to clean my washing machine now i dont see it

[@johnlynch4878]

Tha was really helpful! Thank you. Could you please advise if there is a spin only cycle for use when one does a hand wash in a laundry sink. Thank you. John

[@AgendaFiles]

There is a 12-minute spin cycle.

[@rachelbrown3013]

Many Thanks problem already solved. 😊

[@islapetreny-mackenzie487]

Thanks for this video ..most helpful ..I am struggling to know what settings to use in order for bleach to be released ..y’day I thought I had it right ..and the bleach was still there after the wash had finished ..any ideas ?

[@CandidClara]

I have no idea I’m afraid, never used bleach in a wash before

[@brickisland6353]

When the display is turned off you can touch it anywhere and it will turn back on again. You don’t need to touch the start/stop part.

[@victoriabutterworth8632]

How do you open the machine after the wash? W classic

[@polirrapo5594]

How do you turn off the beeping noise at the end of the cycle? It is driving me crazy.

[@coralchristensen6385]

Thanks for your review Clara it's excellent. I have just bought this machine. I am very happy with it except that today when I tried to change a program that I realized was wrong I couldn't work out how to cancel the one I'd started. Any tips? Thx Coral

[@CandidClara]

Press the control panel to wake it up (if no lights are showing) then press the off button 👍

[@rimonramis8813]

hi doesit have add wash function

[@LJW1967]

Is the delicates cycle suitable for hand washable silk?

[@runeflindt7796]

Thanks for a great review. Remember to always wash your clothes with a closed zip and it will last much longer.

[@CandidClara]

Mum, is that you? 😆

[@charliemillar4421]

Nice review. Looks a great machine. Love Miele. Can you tell us.... Can you confirm that it does NOT bleep or make a microwave style noise once it's done. (If so can one turn that off?) We were driven mad by a previous machine that bleeped incessantly until you opened the door. Thanks

[@CandidClara]

I can confirm it does not beep!! It also drove me mad with my last machine! Only downside I have found to this machine which I did not mention in the review is that my two year-old can turn the dial and change the cycle..... that won't be a problem forever though!

[@charliemillar4421]

:)

[@ezitobezito5251]

@candid Clara what program do you advice for normal anyday washing sweaters and to keep them nice looking?

[@CandidClara]

It’s the one two to the left, but I keep forgetting to look at the machine to see what it’s called! 😆 Cottons I think on the short cycle!

[@joycearmel1600]

Hello, thank you for your good review! I have just purchased this machine, and am basically very happy with it. However, I am having difficulty starting a second load of laundry after the present load is done. After a "standard" load of clothes on the "Shirts" cycle, I wait until the anti-crease cycle finishes. Then I put the dial back to the top, and hear a click, and try to open the door. But it often does not open, until I move the dial back and forth many times. This causes me to have to wait sometimes hours until I can put in my second load. What am I doing wrong? Thank you if you can advise me.

[@CandidClara]

+Joyce Armel the machine stays locked for a little time after the cycle has completed. To bypass this, press start/stop once to turn the display on and a second time to unlock.

[@tombarca100]

Just got my new miele. What is the secret to turning it off... before the end of the cycle? or should I wait till that 30 minute sometime spin cycle to end?

[@CandidClara]

Press the control panel to wake it up, then press the off button (don't touch the dial)

[@kartikatluri1004]

How does this drain? Does it drain through the filter? Do we have to manually empty the water or is there hose available for attachment?

[@richarddunn369]

It's a build like any other standard issue washing machine, as so will drain through the waste pipe - no manual emptying needed. The waste pipe should come with the machine.

[@jamesbackhurst7177]

🔥👍🙏

[@trinhthuyquynh7560]

Do you have experience to instruct me What I have to do if WDD030 miele washing machine stop working (I tried to stop it when it's working and now I can not restart it). Thank you.

[@CandidClara]

+Trinh Thuy Quynh I’m afraid not

[@patthewoodboy]

turn it off at the mains plug , wait 1 minute , try that

[@barrydavis5294]

Should there be an 'end of cycle' buzzer/alarm to let me know that the washing is complete

[@CandidClara]

There isn’t one

[@user-lz6dm5lk9y]

This is the best video I have seen on this washer, but have questions. I know a lot of people love these machines, but I absolutely hate them. The one in my rented house does not have the dial on the right like the one in this video. It just has a touch screen. I do not know what I am doing. I do not use caps or dos. I use regular washing powder. How do I know how much powder to use? How do I know what is a full load in one of these machines? I need to wash double size sheets and a queen size blanket and towels. These are all white. I want to use a "normal' wash time of perhaps 26 minutes and HOT water. I see no way to choose that on this machine in this house. I wash almost all of laundry on a "normal" setting. Sometimes I use delicate, but that is all. Can I just choose either a "NORMAL" wash or a "DELICATE" wash? And, can I choose my temperature myself, i.e. either Hot, Warm, or Cold? In other words, I want to use this machine like a normal, traditional washing machine. I have no idea how much these machines cost, but as far as I am concerned, they are not worth if it you cannot choose your wash as normal or delicate and then choose your own temperature---Hot, Warm, or Cold. These machines are ridiculously complicated. I have used traditional, normal machines for over 50 years, and they work FINE to clean anything I put in them.

[@CandidClara]

Yes you can choose temperature and delicate on THIS machine, but without knowing what model you have (and perhaps even when I do!) I’m afraid it’s impossible to advise you how to program it. As regards load, it really depends on how dirty the laundry is, a load with less in gets to move around more and circulate the water and detergent which obviously matters more for really dirty fabrics and dosing quantity should be on the detergent bottle/bix, but I’m in the UK and that’s just how it’s done here…

[@klauscembike]

I was surprised to see that it doesn't beep when finished. All the washing machines I had before used to do it. Do you know if there is a way to change that in the settings? Thanks.

[@mariaibabel12]

Hi Pablo, did you manage to figure out how to make it beep at the end of the cycle? I just got this model have the exact same question, thanks!

[@fehmiwaja6919]

Hi, I have a question please. I always find water in the cap compartment even though the cap feature is deactivated and not ticked! Any reason to this please?

[@CandidClara]

I haven’t experienced that

[@lynndrumm6313]

I'm trying to decide what size would be good for a family of 5. Any suggestions?

[@CandidClara]

We are a family of 4 if that helps?

[@benlangfield367]

Would like to know your pros and cons of the machine, what don't you like about it?

[@peterallam6494]

16/3 23, lf you know the usual dry weight of items that includes outerwear ciothing adding up to the 3kg limit but they become rain-soaked resulting in extra total weight will this exceed the usual maximum loaded weight to put into the machine - that will become soaked during the washing cycle ?

[@CandidClara]

I’m afraid I don’t know the answer to that one

[@mattheaton7165]

Hi there Is it possible to set a timer so we can use the washing machine after midnight Kind regards

[@CandidClara]

Yes, delayed start is an option

[@hearliam]

How do you turn on the beep when the cycle is finshed, thanks. if it has one,

[@CandidClara]

It doesn’t have one

[@snusmumriken232]

I want one

[@subhadeepsn1]

I have started the machine its showing Soak and no time is showing..almost 2hours gone, we are not able to take out the cloths as door is locked.NOt sure what is going on and when it will stop and start the wash and the spin is set to express 20,

[@CandidClara]

Suggest you contact Miele

[@fayemartinez328]

Hi, do you happen to know how to switch on the programmable section. Been following the steps but cant seem to get P13 function up? I'm trying to switch off the touchscreen sound...

[@LiamMoyna]

mine went after 3 years and well maintained. £279 for a fix. Can get a different branded new one cheaper. Not happy as I bought it on the robust claims to be environmentally friendly. So do I get it fixed and it breaks or be throw away generation or get a new one.

[@CandidClara]

That’s a shame, mine is still going strong after 6 years

[@31acruz]

HOW HOT DOES IT HEAT THE WATER? DOES IT REACH 140 deg Fahrenheit like the old ones? less than that it won't activate the whitening agent on today's detergents.

[@AgendaFiles]

90

[@jackm1399]

Does it have a end of cycle signal? Like a beep.

[@chriswilson1853]

My Miele does.

[@jackm1399]

@@chriswilson1853 yeah not the classic models though

[@kellytaramaschi83]

Hi! A quick question. Here we got the same washing machine since yesterday and I love it! The only issue I cannot seem to figure out is when I wanna choose the time myself. Let's say cotton wash (the light one) 40 on 1400 short prog and instead of the given time I pick 1h... as soon as i press start. It locks and such.. but then it just doesnt start washing... I DO see the minutes go down... it'll basically only work on the 'preset' times and never on the time I manually put in myself... I tried other times and programs with that as well... nothing. What am I possibly overlooking??

[@CandidClara]

Kelly Taramaschi the time you are putting in is a delayed start time, you can’t change the duration of the cycles!

[@kellytaramaschi83]

@@CandidClara Hello! Thank you SO much for the information! Someone else told me that this could be the possibility and it did make sense, now you of course so kindly confirmed that information by getting back to me. Thank you very much! Anyhow, the video review was great besides you helping me out.

[@CandidClara]

No problem at all, so glad I could help!

[@carstenhansen5757]

Hello ma'am/miss/mrs. Are you still happy about it?

[@rytisdzirka5087]

Does it have a child protection? So that no one can accidentally bump and switch off

[@DocFirewire]

Simply hold the start button depressed for a few seconds

[@lovellmer]

This is an older video. How well do you feel this washer does with getting clothes properly and completely rinsed?

[@CandidClara]

Hi, I haven't had any problems with washing things. My only frustrations people (children!) Leaning against the touch display and turning it off mid-cycle 😩

[@Groveland64]

I always use bleach - Clorox - with my white laundry. How would I add it?

[@CandidClara]

I'm afraid I have no idea 😕

[@loribeci234]

Have u ever used the pre-wash?

[@CandidClara]

Not that I can recall

[@heavenrainheaven]

where do you put your liquid detergent?

[@CandidClara]

In the drawer or in a ball in the drum

[@user-lz6dm5lk9y]

I wish I could post a photo. The washer says W1 Excellence or Extreme or something like that (will have to look at it again). I will not use the dos system. I only use laundry powder, Gain if you have it there. The machine here does not have a dial on the side. It just has a panel in the middle that lights up like yours. This is far too complicated for me. I just want a normal, traditional machine where you manually choose your cycle and water temp.

[@CandidClara]

I would suggest you ask you landlord for the model name and Google ti find the instruction book online, they are all available. Good luck

[@DINAMARA1967]

just got this machine a bit disappointed that it does not have the buzzer option, to warn me at the end of washing

[@CandidClara]

I agree!

[@booky8456]

You didn’t mention the very, very long wash cycles of 2-3 hours - apart from the 20 minute quick wash which is inadequate for cleaning normally worn clothes.

[@CandidClara]

Thanks for your comment, you inspired my follow up video!

[@rachelbrown3013]

Hi I have this machine it’s wonderful. Can anyone help me I have a Red Cross that’s shows up? How can I get Reid of this 😊

[@spencerwilton5831]

Rachel Brown Read the instructions! The Red Cross indicates that the machine is overdue for a sanitising wash. All you need to do is run a 90 degree cotton wash with standard powder detergent. This should be done monthly to help reduce build up inside the machine. The cross indicates you have not done so.

[@LesWilis]

That is a massive laundry load. Does it get all of those clothes clean? How long does it take? If you need to wash only a few items does it wash those? I had an LG washer in 2016 that sensed the load size and wouldn't work if the load were too small.

[@CandidClara]

In hindsight it was too big a load, I do less now

[@melaynie1984]

Any idea on how to lock machine when it’s on? x

[@CandidClara]

I don't believe it is possible.

[@chriswilson1853]

On my Miele, you press the Start/Stop button after the wash has started and it asks you "Activate Safety Lock?" Mine is a slightly different model to this one though.

[@stephenridout28]

You couldn't come and us demo please

[@Dree_98]

How can I cancel a program I started?

[@CandidClara]

Just press stop and wait for it to wind down and release the door

[@hhh-ev9yh]

Тоже такую купили супер.

[@marinaalex0510]

You do realize that the reviewer doesn't speak Russian, yes?

[@JoshuaGeake]

is there any kind of child lock? or at least anything to stop meddling kids stopping it mid cycle?!

[@CandidClara]

No there isn't I'm afraid

[@JoshuaGeake]

nothing at all?!

[@CandidClara]

the door locks during the cycle, but there is nothing to stop the dial being turned on buttons pressed

[@Nokky]

Hold the start button for 5 seconds...

[@Gmerg895]

How much does it cost in Euros €€ ???😉

[@brickisland6353]

Gmerg895 around 1000€

[@kathleenmastrogiacomo2747]

No sound on video

[@CandidClara]

Just checked and it’s all working ok, hope you managed to resolve it!

[@websurfin9575]

I see NO WATER sloshing-around on the window of the washer! Where is the water?!

[@CandidClara]

Haha, it’s in there!

[@booky8456]

The so called “features” of nappy soak, delay timer and Miele detergent pods are irrelevant for most users of washing machines. It needs some variations of wash times in addition to the current limited times of 30 - 180 minutes.

[@CandidClara]

I agree.

[@carolineliu5506]

where to add bleach？

[@CandidClara]

Hi Caroline, I’m afraid bleach isn’t something we use here in the UK, so I can’t answer that

[@hhh-ev9yh]

По Русски можно? Или перевод.

[@nancydc7942]

The Miele App don’t do anything

[@bartcadogan8985]

You shouldn't be using express everyday.

[@TheHiducky]

Why can’t I use every day.

[@rhiancrossthwaite8574]

Does this machine have a child lock on?

[@CandidClara]

No

[@MarioRossi-xo6im]

Hi! Miele washing machines and washer-dryers cost more in spite of other brands for nothing as even Miele always have problems and often very serious ones especially in the electronics which always has failures and burning problems of the electronic boards themselves. Their very high price is truly unjustified and unjustifiable! The electronic boards are not made in Germany and the spare parts cost almost as much as a new washing machine! Other less expensive brands work great and never have any problems of any kind! Furthermore, it must be added that the much vaunted honeycomb drum does not wash well at all, indeed if you make a comparison with the old Mieles that used the drum with holes, the latter wash much much better! The honeycomb drum was just a publicity stunt and nothing more!! Regards!

[@CandidClara]

You say “always have problems “ but I’ve had this machine for six years with no problems (you can see an updated review on my channel)

[@zaih932]

Made in Germany? Nah, i want the ones that are made in China...

[@Bosch_Guy]

hi my name is Clare, I get paid by Miele, to show off this product

[@lawrence9275]

She did well than the sellers at the shops. This is the concept of MIELE (" für hausfrau gemach") bulid for housewives. I will recomend this video to Miele.

[@Gmerg895]

Hahahaha hahahaha 😂

[@luvyou-baby]

Great review