In the good old Soviet times, it was very easy to choose a washing machine: without extra thinking, they grabbed some "Baby", gotten by the brunt, and rather fled home until they changed their mind in the store.
In the present days of abundance the task has become more complicated many times and the buyer spends more than one hour in the store, circling like a kite around the exposed washing units and getting confused in the price tags. How to decide which brand of washing machine is best to choose? After reading this article, you will be able to give the correct answer.
Step 1 - Dimensions
Depending on the installation site, determine the machine size. If there is nowhere to put a standard unit, pay attention to narrow models( depth 32 cm and height 80 cm).Please note that the maximum weight of laundry in them is about 3 kg.
Step 2 - download type
Choose the download method. Any manufacturer of washing machines has in its range of machines with vertical and front loading. In the first you can add laundry during washing, besides they do not require additional space in front of you. But machines of the second type( front) can be used as a shelf, or placed in a niche of low height.
Step 3 - maximum permissible weight
An important parameter is the weight of a portion of the laundry. For a large family, a small car will be uncomfortable, it is better to take a car, designed for 4.5-5 kg. A small family can save a certain amount of space by installing a three-kilogram machine.
Step 4 - additional functions
Decide which features you need. Many inexperienced buyers, not knowing which brand of washing machine is best to choose, after communicating with the manager in the store are paid exorbitantly for an automaton with 16 programs, while only five of them will be used. The same goes for the built-in drying( not to be confused with pressing), which sellers often position almost as a vital function.
Trying to convince the consumer that their washing machine is the best, the companies stuff their products with a lot of attractive options, in actual fact being a dummy. So, we recommend that you consider this issue in advance, consulting with friends and reviewing user reviews on forums on the Internet.
Step 5 - classification
Study the classification and marking of washing machines. You need to know that some characteristics can be labeled according to the class. Most often, the letter designation from A( best) to G( the worst) is used. Thus indicate:
- washing class: displays the quality of washing and the humidity of the laundry after it;
- spin class: indicates how carefully the machine performs this operation with respect to things;
- energy class: the letter "A" indicates that the unit is among the most economical.
The spin speed is indicated in rpm. The optimum value is 400-600.A washing machine with a large number of revolutions during spinning will make the laundry more dry, but not easy to iron.
Step 6 - choose the manufacturer
The market of washing machines, like any other home appliances, can be divided into three segments: the elite class, the middle class and the budget class( in the popular way - "consumer goods").In a separate category can be taken out by domestic manufacturers. Perhaps these companies are going to seize once the dominance in the world economy, but washing machines do not yet have a very high quality, so as not to disclose their plans.
Elite brands
This category was shared by such manufacturers as "AEG" and "Miele".Of course, this is the most reliable home appliances. Reputation for these companies is not an empty phrase, so they make enormous efforts not to drop their name in the eyes of consumers. The inscription "AEG" or "Miele" on the washing machine casing is not just a brand name, it is a worldwide recognized quality mark, a synonym for reliability and a guarantee of trouble-free service for a long period of time( the equipment operation period of these brands is from 10 to15 years).
In addition to the highest quality of assembly, washing machines "AEG" and "Miele" are also famous for their unique engineering solutions, which make their work almost silent even during spinning. As for the quality of washing, then be sure: this technique will treat your things as your own.
And these are not just words. To dispel any doubts, the company "AEG" shows in its presentations such a trick: in the washing machine, place a number of live roses and start washing, presetting a delicate mode. When the hatch is opened, amazed spectators see that the flowers have remained intact and safe, without losing a single petal.
If you decide to buy a washing machine of a company belonging to the premium class, then be ready to pay a considerable amount( the machine from Miele with drying costs $ 2000).Objectively speaking, you will give a part of this money for the little-needed "bells and whistles" and the promoted brand. Pragmatically-minded buyers often turn to the next class.
Middle class
Washing machines by Bosch, Electrolux, Whirlpool, Candy are reliable, very practical equipment. If you do not pursue prestige, then the most good washing machine you will find in this segment. The cost fluctuates around 600-800 dollars, but this money you pay for the functionality and excellent performance of the machine.
Available segment
If your financial capabilities are limited, at your service are the technicians of companies "Ariston", "Indesit", "Samsung".Let's be frank, this product is far from the products from AEG or Bosch, but the price / quality ratio will pleasantly surprise you. In our country, where the average income remains low, this technique is most in demand. By purchasing an Indesit or Zanussi machine, you get a home helper with acceptable quality and the most necessary functions. Estimated cost is 300-400 dollars.