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HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK noise level
The HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK is louder than the category median of 74 dBA. It carries EU energy class A.
Full specifications
| Brand | HOTPOINT |
|---|---|
| Model number | NSWA 946 WW UK |
| Category | Washing Machines |
| Sound level | 76 dBA during the spin cycle (EU energy-label declared) |
| EU noise class | B (scale A–D) |
| EU energy class | A |
| Capacity | 9 kg |
| Width | 60 cm |
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| Haier HW70-B14636N A | 67 | A | 7 kg | specs |
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Frequently asked questions
How many decibels is the HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK?
The HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK has a declared sound level of 76 dBA during the spin cycle (EU noise class B). That is loud enough to intrude on conversation in the same room.
Is the HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK quiet?
At 76 dBA, the HOTPOINT NSWA 946 WW UK is quieter than 20% of the 571 washing machines with published sound ratings that we track, and louder 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.