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FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2 noise level
The FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2 is quieter than the category median of 74 dBA. It carries EU energy class A.
Full specifications
| Brand | FISHER & PAYKEL |
|---|---|
| Model number | WM1490P2 |
| Category | Washing Machines |
| Sound level | 72 dBA during the spin cycle (EU energy-label declared) |
| EU noise class | A (scale A–D) |
| EU energy class | A |
| Capacity | 9 kg |
| Width | 60 cm |
Quieter alternatives
| Model | dBA | Noise class | Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haier HW100-B14876N A | 65 | A | 10 kg | specs |
| Bosch WIW284HC C | 66 | A | 8 kg | specs |
| Siemens WI14W549FF C | 66 | A | 8 kg | specs |
| Haier HW70-B14636N A | 67 | A | 7 kg | specs |
| Haier HW70-B14929 A | 67 | A | 7 kg | specs |
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| Beko LLF10W6 B | 72 | A | 10 kg | specs |
| Beko UWR71436AI D | 72 | A | 7 kg | specs |
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Frequently asked questions
How many decibels is the FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2?
The FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2 has a declared sound level of 72 dBA during the spin cycle (EU noise class A). That is loud enough to intrude on conversation in the same room.
Is the FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2 quiet?
At 72 dBA, the FISHER & PAYKEL WM1490P2 is quieter than 63% of the 571 washing machines with published sound ratings that we track, and quieter than the category median of 74 dBA.
Data provenance: Sound levels (dBA) are taken from the EU EPREL energy-label registry, where airborne noise emission is a legally required, regulator-verified field on every dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer sold in the EU. We surface globally-sold brands and link each model to its official EU energy label. Model identifiers follow EU registrations; US model numbers for the same product can differ. Last fetched 2026-07-27. View the official EU energy label for this model. See our methodology for how this differs from our certified fan data.