Overview
The Samsung WW11DG5B25ABEU is a freestanding 11kg washing machine finished in black, with a maximum spin speed of 1400rpm. Its large drum is useful for households with substantial laundry requirements, while the SpaceMax™ design provides the extra capacity within a cabinet measuring 600mm deep.
AI Ecobubble™ creates bubbles to help detergent work through fabrics, while Hygiene Steam provides a dedicated programme for laundry where reducing certain bacteria and allergens is important. Super Speed offers a 39-minute wash for a 5kg load, and the 15-minute Quick Wash programme gives you another option for smaller amounts of suitable laundry.
This Series 5 model has an A energy rating and built-in Wi-Fi for connection to the Samsung SmartThings app. You can monitor energy consumption, access laundry guidance and receive maintenance information. A Digital Inverter Motor, Bubble Soak and Drum Clean+ add further practical features for everyday washing and appliance care.
Cleaning & Fabric Care Performance
The 11kg drum gives you plenty of room for larger quantities of clothing, towels and bedding. This can be particularly useful if you regularly wash for several people or prefer to combine suitable items into fewer loads. The SpaceMax™ design increases the available drum capacity while keeping the cabinet depth to 600mm.
AI Ecobubble™ creates bubbles that help detergent spread through the laundry and penetrate fabrics. On selected programmes, it can detect fabric type and adjust the bubble activity, washing time, temperature and spin speed. This feature is available on specific cycles, including Cotton and Synthetics, rather than operating in the same way on every programme.
When time is limited, Super Speed provides a shorter washing option. It can clean a 5kg load in 39 minutes using a combination of drum movement, water spray and a shortened rinsing stage. The stated duration is based on the programme’s default settings and specified load, so actual cycle times may vary.
For laundry that needs additional attention to hygiene, Hygiene Steam releases steam into the drum during the wash. Samsung’s testing reports the removal of 99.9% of certain bacteria, while the programme has Allergy UK recognition for reducing exposure to specified allergens when used correctly.
Bubble Soak offers another option for more heavily marked clothing. It soaks laundry in active bubbles to help loosen everyday stains such as tea, wine, make-up and grass before the main washing action.
The maximum selectable spin speed is 1400rpm. Its spin-drying efficiency is rated B, with a weighted remaining moisture content of 53.9%. The spin helps remove water before clothes are taken out of the drum, while the 72dB spinning noise level and A noise emission class are useful considerations when deciding where to position the appliance.
The Eco 40–60 programme is designed for normally soiled cotton laundry suitable for washing at 40°C or 60°C. It has a rated duration of four hours at full capacity, with energy consumption of 48kWh per 100 cycles and water consumption of 54 litres per cycle under the energy-label test conditions.
Features That Matter
SpaceMax™ 11kg Capacity
SpaceMax™ provides a larger drum capacity within a cabinet measuring 600mm deep. This gives you room for substantial loads and larger items, including bedding, without requiring a deeper appliance.
The 11kg capacity is worth considering if you regularly have a lot of laundry to wash. It can help reduce the number of separate cycles needed, provided the items in each load are suitable for the same programme.
AI Ecobubble™
AI Ecobubble™ creates bubbles that help detergent penetrate fabrics, supporting effective washing at cooler temperatures. On selected programmes, it can detect fabric type and adjust the amount of bubbles, washing time, temperature and spin speed.
This gives the machine a more adaptable approach to compatible smaller loads. The feature is available on selected cycles, including Cotton and Synthetics. This model does not have the separate AI Wash programme.
A Energy Rating and SmartThings AI Energy Mode
The A energy rating makes this model worth considering if electricity consumption is an important part of your washing machine comparison. Samsung also states that the WW5000D series exceeds the minimum energy-efficiency requirement for an A rating by up to 10%, based on its internal testing.
Built-in Wi-Fi connects the appliance to the SmartThings app. SmartThings Energy provides information about energy consumption and offers guidance to help you manage household energy use. A Wi-Fi connection, compatible mobile device and Samsung account are required for connected functions.
Super Speed
Super Speed provides a 39-minute wash for a 5kg load under the specified default programme conditions. It combines drum movement and water spray with a shortened rinsing stage to reduce the overall cycle time.
This is useful when you have a moderate amount of everyday laundry to wash and do not need a longer programme. The 5kg limit is important to remember, as this is not a 39-minute cycle for the full 11kg capacity.
Hygiene Steam
The Hygiene Steam programme releases steam from the bottom of the drum during washing. It is designed to remove certain bacteria and help inactivate allergens associated with house dust mites.
Samsung’s testing reports the removal of 99.9% of certain bacteria. Allergy UK also recognises the programme for reducing exposure to house dust mite, cat and dog allergens, grass pollen and fungi when used correctly.
Bubble Soak
For clothing with more stubborn everyday marks, Bubble Soak adds a soaking stage using active bubbles. This helps loosen dirt and stains before the main wash begins.
It is intended to help with a range of common marks, including tea, wine, make-up and grass. It provides an additional option for clothing that needs more attention than a standard wash.
Less Microfiber Cycle
Synthetic fabrics can release small fibres during washing. The Less Microfiber cycle adjusts the motor’s speed and washing intensity to help reduce the amount of microfibre released into wastewater.
Samsung reports reductions of up to 54% under its specified test conditions. Actual results will depend on the fabrics being washed and how the machine is used, but the dedicated cycle offers another option when caring for synthetic clothing.
SmartThings Connectivity
Built-in Wi-Fi allows the washing machine to connect to the Samsung SmartThings app. Laundry Recipe can recommend a suitable cycle, while Laundry Planner helps you organise your washing schedule.
SmartThings Energy provides information about appliance energy consumption, and SmartThings Home Care can offer maintenance notifications and troubleshooting guidance. A compatible mobile device, Wi-Fi connection and Samsung account are required.
Digital Inverter Motor and Drum Maintenance
The Digital Inverter Motor uses electronic control and is designed to operate efficiently with reduced noise compared with a conventional universal motor. Samsung specifies a 10-year parts warranty for the inverter motor only; this does not cover the entire washing machine for that period.
Drum Clean+ provides a dedicated cleaning cycle for the inside of the appliance. It also gives a reminder after every 40 cycles. The StayClean Drawer uses a water-flushing system to help remove detergent residue, reducing the build-up that can occur in the detergent compartment.
Everyday Benefits
The 11kg capacity gives you flexibility when managing larger amounts of laundry. It is useful if you regularly wash for several people, have substantial weekly loads or need extra room for suitable bedding and bulky items.
The programme selection helps you choose a wash to suit different requirements. Super Speed offers a shorter cycle for a 5kg load, while Quick Wash 15′ provides another option for smaller quantities. Hygiene Steam and Bubble Soak give you additional choices for laundry that needs more specialised treatment.
SmartThings connectivity is useful if you want to check energy consumption, organise your washing schedule or access maintenance guidance through your phone. The Drum Clean+ reminder and StayClean Drawer also help with routine appliance care.
With its A energy rating, Delay End function and range of washing settings, this Samsung model gives you several ways to organise laundry around your household routine.
Who Is It Ideal For?
The Samsung WW11DG5B25ABEU is worth considering if you:
- Need an 11kg washing machine for larger household laundry loads.
- Regularly wash bedding, towels and substantial quantities of clothing.
- Want an A-rated model with additional energy-efficiency performance.
- Would make use of AI Ecobubble™ on compatible programmes.
- Need a shorter wash option for a 5kg load or smaller quantities.
- Want a steam programme for reducing certain bacteria and allergens.
- Regularly wash synthetic clothing and would use the Less Microfiber cycle.
- Prefer app connectivity for energy monitoring, laundry guidance and maintenance information.
- Like the look of a black washing machine with a matching black door.
Why Choose This Product?
The Samsung WW11DG5B25ABEU combines an 11kg capacity with a useful selection of washing and fabric-care functions. Its SpaceMax™ design provides extra room inside the drum while keeping the cabinet depth to 600mm, making it worth considering if you want a larger load capacity without a deeper appliance.
AI Ecobubble™, Bubble Soak and Hygiene Steam offer different approaches to everyday cleaning, while Super Speed provides a shorter cycle for a 5kg load. The Less Microfiber programme adds a dedicated option for synthetic fabrics.
Its A energy rating, SmartThings connectivity and Digital Inverter Motor make it an interesting choice if you want a large-capacity washing machine with connected functions and a focus on energy use. Practical features such as Drum Clean+, StayClean Drawer and Add Garments also help with everyday use and maintenance.
The black finish and matching door give the appliance a distinctive appearance, making it a useful option if you want your laundry appliances to complement a darker kitchen or utility room.
What’s Included
– Samsung WW11DG5B25ABEU washing machine
Frequently Asked Questions
How much laundry can the Samsung WW11DG5B25ABEU wash?
It has an 11kg drum capacity, providing room for substantial household loads. The SpaceMax™ design creates this larger capacity within a cabinet measuring 600mm deep.
What is the maximum spin speed?
The maximum selectable spin speed is 1400rpm. Its spin-drying efficiency is rated B, with a weighted remaining moisture content of 53.9%.
How quickly can it wash a load?
The Super Speed programme can wash a 5kg load in 39 minutes under its specified default settings. There is also a 15-minute Quick Wash programme for smaller amounts of suitable laundry.
Does this Samsung washing machine have a steam programme?
Yes. Hygiene Steam releases steam into the drum during washing. It is designed to remove certain bacteria and help reduce exposure to specified allergens, and has Allergy UK recognition when used correctly.
What does AI Ecobubble™ do?
AI Ecobubble™ creates bubbles that help detergent penetrate fabrics, supporting effective washing at cooler temperatures. On selected programmes, it can detect fabric type and adjust the amount of bubbles, washing time, temperature and spin speed. This model does not have the separate AI Wash programme.
Can I control the washing machine from my phone?
The machine has built-in Wi-Fi and supports the Samsung SmartThings app. Connected functions include energy monitoring, laundry guidance, schedule planning and maintenance information. A Wi-Fi connection and Samsung account are required.
How much electricity and water does it use?
It has an A energy rating, with energy consumption of 48kWh per 100 Eco 40–60 cycles and water consumption of 54 litres per cycle under the energy-label test conditions. Actual consumption will depend on the selected programme, load and how the appliance is used.
What space do I need for this washing machine?
The appliance measures 850mm high, 600mm wide and 600mm deep. Its full depth, including protruding parts, is 640mm. Allow additional room for hoses, water connections and access to the door when planning the installation space.
Why Buy from Snelling Gerald Giles?
Choosing a washing machine involves more than comparing drum capacity, spin speed and energy ratings. At Snelling Gerald Giles, our knowledgeable team can help you understand the differences between models and choose an appliance that suits your laundry requirements and available space.
As an independent electrical retailer serving Norfolk since 1948, we believe in friendly advice and personal service. We can also help with practical arrangements for your new appliance, including delivery and professional installation where applicable.
If you are replacing an existing washing machine, recycling options may also be available. Our team is here to provide helpful after-sales support following your purchase.
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