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An automatic washing machine (AWA) makes laundry spotless and makes the life of its owners more comfortable. But only if it is reliable and durable. What is the use of many functions, programs and modes if their carrier constantly creates problems with its breakdowns and malfunctions. It is not surprising that buyers faced with a choice look through various ratings to choose the best option in terms of price and quality. The most reliable automatic washing machine is a status that the best models from leading manufacturers strive for. Let's figure out how to choose a reliable car and between which brands there is competition.

SMA selection criteria

To understand which washing machines are the most reliable, you need to consider the offered options and their characteristics. The washing machine is evaluated according to the following criteria:

• Load type. Here everyone chooses to their own taste. Some focus on design, others on convenience. In vertical versions, laundry is loaded from above - this is much more convenient than bending down and putting things into the hatch as in front-type devices. In Europe they prefer models with vertical loading, in Russia - with front loading. The latter are more impressive in appearance, but take up more space. There is no connection between reliability and loading type.
• Dimensions. Dimensions for vertical versions (WxDxH) - 40x60x85 cm, front - 60x45x85 cm.
• Spin class. The higher it is, the less damp the laundry is after washing. The tallest is A.
• Energy efficiency. The amount of your electricity bills depends on it. The highest is A+++.
• Washing quality. Modifications with class A are best erased.
• Loading. It determines how much laundry can be washed in one cycle.
• Number of modes and programs.
• Spin speed - 400-1700 rpm. Affects laundry dryness and vibration levels.

Country and brand

For most buyers, this is the first guide to choice. The most expensive models do not always top the durability rating. To buy a good machine at an affordable price, you need to know what the market offers and which company deserves attention. There are well-deserved and well-advertised brands, well-known to everyone, and the more often you hear their name, the more expensive the products are - for example, Bosch or Siemens. However, there are brands that produce cars that are no worse, they are just younger than their famous competitors. You can save money if you buy SMA from brands such as Beko, Whirlpool or Candy.

Often the buyer focuses on the country of origin. In principle, this approach is rational - goods from the same country usually have similar indicators of quality, reliability, and durability. If you take into account the geography of production when choosing, take into account:

• Siemens, Bosch, Miele, AEG - made in Germany. Reliability is top notch. Some of the best devices. They constantly top all sorts of ratings.
• Zanussi, Sandy, Ardo, Ariston, Indesit - from Italian manufacturers. They are in no way inferior to the Germans. Decent technology.
• Asko, Electrolux, Hansa, Reeson, Gorenje, Hoover - products from other European countries. Here you can find models of different quality levels.
• Maytag, Whirlpool, Frigidaire - cars from America.
• Samsung and LG - South Korea.
• Vestel and Beko - Türkiye.
• "Vyatka" and Evgo - Russian assembly.

If you organize brands according to reliability, the order will be approximately the same.

Price level table

Each of the presented brands has a wide range of washing machines. However, in the table we have presented the price range for products as of 2021.

The washing machine will serve you for many years if you researched the market and read consumer reviews before visiting the store. Our review well reveals all the features of popular brands and makes it clear whether a washing machine from a particular company is suitable for you. Choose a suitable model from a good manufacturer, and then your purchase will be a joy.

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Price

The second guideline for the buyer. Cheap cars are rarely models of reliability. But high cost does not guarantee durability. Here you need to take into account the brand and the main price category in which it operates:

• Dear: AEG and Miele. They work for 15 years, no less. Economical and silent.
• Average price: Bosch, Siemens, Candy, Whirlpool, Electrolux perfectly combine price and quality. They have disadvantages - for example, high noise levels.
• Budget: Samsung, Indesit, Ardo, Beko, LG and many others. The main advantage is the affordable price. Ariston is the leader in this subgroup.
• SMAs produced and assembled in Russia are placed in a separate category. In terms of technical level, they cannot compete with imported SMAs.

Model overview

If you have decided on the brand and price category, all that remains is to find a suitable SMA. To decide which model is worth considering, evaluate the capabilities and characteristics of those at the top of the reliability ratings. Let's consider several models from each price group.

Samsung WW65K42E08W

Equipment from the Samsung brand is one of the favorites of Russian buyers, because this brand produces not only high-tech household appliances, but also high-quality electronics that seriously compete with the market “sharks”. Buyers chose this model based on several criteria - washing quality and low noise level, but what makes it reliable is its design and build quality.

Look at the price in: Beru, Yandex.Market, Eldorado, e-Katalog.

More details about the parameters:

Assessing the performance of the device, users who purchased this model noted a number of advantages of Samsung’s brainchild:

• Possibility of reloading things.
• Well balanced, does not jump (if installed correctly).
• Steam treatment.
• Child protection.
• Quiet operation.
• High quality washing.
• Saving resources.

There were also disadvantages:

• Steam is only available for some modes.
• Not the most ergonomic and simple control panel - it takes some getting used to.
• Unusual temperature conditions: 20, 40, 60 (for most models it is 30, 60, 90).

Candy GVS34 126TC2/2

The electronically controlled machine from Kandy captivates with its variety of programs (a total of 15 modes, including Children’s, Economy, Steam and others). A large hatch with a diameter of 35 cm allows you to load especially large items - jackets, down jackets, blankets, blankets. Other parameters:

Benefits noted by users:

• Quiet operation, no spin surges.
• Program settings can be adjusted even during washing.
• There is no need to buy an anti-slip stand, because... the legs are already rubber.
• Convenient control - a well-thought-out knob for selecting modes.
• Design.
• Price.

Flaws:

• There are models with poor-quality welds on the drum.

We recommend checking it by touch when purchasing for the presence of burrs. Also, in this case, you can easily contact service centers and demand that the device be replaced under warranty.

• Does not boil water - maximum heating is up to 75 degrees.
• SMART TOUCH only works if your smartphone has NFC.

Bosch WLG 20060

Look at the price in: Yandex.Market, Eldorado, Beru.

German version of reliability. Equipped with a removable lid - can be built under the sink. Intelligent control. Has all the necessary protection and a set of programs.

Pros noted by users:

• Narrow;
• Works quietly;
• Fast and high-quality washing;
• Shoe program;
• Spacious and compact at the same time.

Disadvantages noted by owners:

• Imperfect leakage protection system;
• It did not turn off when the door was not tightly closed.

When purchasing an SMA, be sure to check the location of assembly. “Boshi” are actively assembled at factories located in Russia - the quality of such devices lags significantly behind the “originals”. The service life of Russian-assembled models is 2-3 times less than that of analogues assembled in Germany.

AEG L 6FBI48 S

Look at prices on: Yandex.Market

This brand represents expensive German cars. Touch control. White body. Compartment for liquid powder. Specifications:

The reviews are mostly enthusiastic, which is not surprising - this is AEG. What users noted:

• Cost-effective;
• Spotlessly clean linen;
• Separate rinse cycle for 40 minutes;
• Large load;
• Silent;
• Displays the time until the end of the process;
• Large diameter hatch.

Noticed disadvantages:

• The minimum speed is 800.

This version has practically no disadvantages; there is no talk of breakdowns in the reviews. Such a machine can easily claim the title of the most reliable machine.

Electrolux EWT 1567 VIW

Vertical models are a priori recognized as one of the most reliable due to the special fastening of the tank. Of course, this still does not guarantee operation without other failures, but numerous reviews from owners of vertical devices, even not the most expensive ones, speak of long-term operation of 10-15 years or more. Electrolux EWT 1567 VIW has a nice design, is equipped with a display and takes up very little space, so it will fit even in a small bathroom.

Model parameters:

As you can see, it is distinguished from other models by its very fast, top-class spin, and maximum savings of water and electricity. And users also discovered the following advantages:

• Ease of use.
• Easy setup of many modes.
• Availability of short cycles.
• Perfect spin.
• Steam function.
• Inverter motor.
• A well-thought-out tray for detergents - water and residues of detergent/rinse aid do not spill onto washed items.

And the cons:

• Noisy during power saving mode.

Studying visual parameters

Modern manufacturers take into account the small space in the bathroom, and in the household appliance market you can often find small machines with great functionality.

Therefore, we advise you to first decide on the size of the equipment.

Depth and loading

It will be narrow (no more than 45 cm) or standard (from 55 cm). To do this, you need to choose a place where it will stand, and also understand what you will wash.

When looking for an assistant, it is important to know the parameters that you need to focus on when choosing.

Most machines have drums with a load of no more than 6 kg, but if you plan to wash a lot or pillows and blankets, then it is more advisable to purchase a machine with a capacity of 7 kg or more.

Since we're talking about drums, it's worth mentioning tanks, or more precisely, what material is best for a washing machine tank. There are polymer and stainless steel.

Polymer tanks are light, silent, do not corrode and retain heat well, but are easily damaged.

And stainless steel is a time-tested part that has surpassed plastic in terms of performance.

By the way, the easiest question: which drum in the washing machine is better? The answer is simple, because drums are always made of stainless steel.

Vertical or frontal?

By design, washing equipment can be front-loading or top-loading. Both options are popular and each has its own pros and cons.

Let's try to figure out which load the washing machine is better with.

Overview of frontal machines

The front-loading automatic washing machine is the most common type. Manufacturers are constantly trying to improve washing machines with this type of loading and are working to increase their potential.

The advantages of purchasing such equipment include:

1. Low price compared to a top-loading machine.

2. 
   Possibility of embedding into furniture (kitchen set, washbasin). For example, Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07 easily fits in a small bathroom under the sink. It features an anti-allergic setting and thorough rinsing.

3. Quiet operation, which, if installed correctly, will not wake up even a sleeping small child.
4. The presence of a hatch allows you to control the washing process.

The disadvantages include two points: the inability to reload laundry during the washing process and the problem with the rubber gasket, which ensures the sealing of the hatch during the washing process.

Which front washing machine is better?

The model LG M10B8ND1 , which is characterized by efficiency, reliability and functionality.

Super narrow machine with a loading capacity of up to 4 kg and a spin speed of 1000 rpm.

Most often the choice falls on the Candy GV34 126TC2. An ideal assistant for a small apartment with a capacity of 6 kg and low power consumption. Packed with 15 programs and special functions.

Another model Bosch WLG 2416 MOE will fit perfectly into a small space. It is distinguished by intelligent Volt Check protection, decent characteristics and 3D-Aquaspar mode.

For older people, a budget option is ideal - Bosch WLG 20060 . The most reliable and easy to operate model. Not a bad load - 5 kg and spin 1000 rpm, 3D-Aquaspar.

The best narrow machines also include Vestfrost VFWM 1041 WE , the quality and reliability of which is beyond doubt. A large number of good reviews confirm this. Loading up to 6 kg, energy saving A++, spin 1000 rpm.

If we consider medium-sized machines, then the Bosch WLT 24440 with a 10-year engine guarantee, a load capacity of up to 7 kg, a drum with teardrop-shaped protrusions, a digital display, and electromagnetic protection against leaks is an excellent option.

Not far behind is the Korean model LG F – 12U2HFNA with a wide range of capabilities.

Overview of top loading machines

Top-loading machines first appeared in Soviet times. Ideal and indispensable equipment for small apartments. Today they are no less popular than front-loading machines.

Significant advantages include:

1. 
   Possibility of additional loading of laundry during washing.

2. Small dimensions.
3. Low vibration.
4. Child lock (control at the top).

The following are considered disadvantages:

1. low cost;
2. lack of design refinements;
3. lack of spare parts, which affects the cost of repairs.

What are the best vertical washing machines?

Zanussi ZWQ 61216 WA is a popular model with good capacity, spin speed up to 1200 rpm, energy consumption of 20%, drum ventilation system, delayed start and much more.

Electrolux EWT 1064 ERW with loading up to 6 kg and spin speed 1000 rpm, electronic control, 14 programs, Time Manager function, European assembly, etc. The downside is that it is noisy.