How to choose a cheap washing machine in 2018?

As you know, in the modern world of household appliances there is a technique for washing various types of loads, dimensions, energy consumption class and maximum capacity. We will talk in more detail about how to choose a washing machine in 2018 in terms of price and quality!

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Download Type

There are two main types of downloads:

  • Frontal. A more popular option, on the account of which a huge number of different models and manufacturers of equipment. Front loading in terms of washing quality is no worse than vertical. In this case, the technique is more functional, but there is no way to add / stretch things during the washing process. In addition, opening a car door will require a certain part of the free space in the room, which sometimes may not be.Front loading
  • Vertical. It is recommended that you select a top-loading washing machine if there is very little free space in the bathroom. Typically, top-loading models have few modern features and are rarely used. An important drawback is the inability to use the top cover as a shelf. As for the merits of such products, it should be noted that with the lid vertically located, the control panel is also on top, which will provide a kind of protection against small children (they will not be able to reach the buttons).Vertical loading

To choose the right washing machine by type of load, you need to rely on what free area you have. Of course, the first option is preferable with the calculation of functionality.

Dimensions

Case dimensions may vary depending on load type and capacity. As a rule, for washing machines with a front cover, the standard dimensions can be:

  • width - 60 cm;
  • height - 85 cm;
  • depth 32-60 cm.

As for the second option (with vertical loading), the standard sizes are:

  • width - 40-45 cm;
  • height - 85 cm;
  • depth - 60 cm.

It all depends, again, on the size of the room. If there is free space, it is better to buy a full-fledged model 60 cm deep. For small bathrooms, it is recommended to choose a narrow washing machine with a depth of 33 cm, which will save enough space!

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Maximum capacity

Another important criterion that directly depends on the purpose of the equipment and the number of people in the family.

The maximum clothing capacity may be:

  • 3.5 kg (at a depth of 32 cm)
  • 4.5 kg (depth 40 cm)
  • 5-7kg (60cm depth)

The first two options are best chosen for a small family (2-3 people). The latter is for a family of 4 people, as well as for businesses.

Tank material

The quality of the washing, the quiet operation and the durability of the equipment will depend on what material the machine tank is represented. Now we will consider what material of the tank is better to choose so as not to regret after purchase.

There are three main manufacturing materials:

  • Stainless steel. The most durable (up to 80 years of service), but at the same time the worst in terms of noise during operation and has a high cost. We do not approve of the choice of a washing machine with a stainless steel tank at all.
  • Enamelled steel. It is not used in modern models, moreover, it has negative reviews not only from buyers, but also from specialists selling this equipment.
  • Plastic (polyplex, polynox, carbon). A worthy alternative to stainless steel if the issue of money matters. Modern composite materials do not make washing silent and also, due to their thermal conductivity, save a little electricity. The only drawback is the service life of no more than 25 years, although this minus is quite insignificant (few people buy equipment for a quarter of a century).

When choosing between the first and third options, rely on your material capabilities. Both tanks can be quite high quality, the main thing is to check the integrity of the coating before buying, so that there is no marriage. This moment is relevant if you decide to choose a cheap washing machine, for example, to the cottage.

We also advise you to pay attention to the design features of the drum. It is good if it has a hilly back wall, which effectively increases the interaction of linen with a washing solution, making the wash better!

Type of connection

There are two main ways to connect:

  • to cold water;
  • to cold and hot water.

In the first case, the energy costs will be higher, but the washing will be better (because the machine itself heats the water to a suitable temperature). When both hot and cold water is connected, there may be a problem with unstable temperature in the hot circuit (especially relevant for rural areas), which will undoubtedly affect the washing of linen. Based on this, we advise you to choose a more reliable washing machine, which connects only to the HVS.

Control method

The control panel can be mechanical or electronic. Mechanical buttons and rotary switches are more reliable in use, moreover, they will not affect the cost of equipment.

Mechanical control

Modern electronic control - the touch display is a step into the future, but it does not have decent quality (the sensor quickly fails). In addition, the electronic version can strongly affect the cost of the washing machine that you decide to choose.Touch control

Of course, it is better to give preference to classic buttons, the main thing is to check how well they are pressed even in the store. If you still decide to choose a more modern option, then view the menu on the display so that it is understandable, and most importantly - in Russian!

Classification of the main parameters

There are three main parameters: power consumption, spin and washing. They all have their own class, denoted by the English letters from A (i.e. high) to G (low). It is clear that the higher the class to choose, the better the characteristics of the washing machine.

To your attention a detailed decryption:

Energy classes for household appliances

Spin Classes

Manufacturer

It is very important to choose the right washing machine by manufacturer, as its reliability, durability and, as you know, price will depend on this.If you do not know which company is the best machine, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the most popular brands in 2018:

  • AEG, Miele - occupy the top of the rating and are the most expensive and high quality.
  • Bosch, Electrolux, Siemens - in the category “price quality” are the most optimal brands of imported assembly.
  • LG, Ariston, Samsung, Indesit, Beko - a popular medium-class equipment, inexpensive but good quality.
  • Atlant, Baby, Vyatka are the most famous domestic manufacturers with positive customer reviews and a relatively cheap price.

It is impossible to say unequivocally which brand is more durable and better than all others, because All of the above manufacturers produce fairly reliable equipment. For home use, it is necessary to opt for washing machines of the second and third row. They have a fairly good assembly, a long service life and at the same time a reasonable price. In addition, budget models are suitable for use in the country, because Spend money on multifunctional equipment in this case it makes no sense.

Additional features

The versatility of the washing machine is not a significant parameter during the selection. This is due to the fact that all models have a single standard set of functions that will be enough for home use (synthetics, wool, quick wash, cotton, colored fabrics, washing children's things, etc.).

Very often, the buyer overpays a sufficient amount of money for completely unnecessary functionality, for example, drying clothes. On the one hand, it’s a convenient function, and on the other hand, it is used extremely rarely. This is due to the fact that with a fully loaded drum, drying is impossible, you need to pull out half of the things, and then only turn on this function. Now we will tell you what to look for when choosing a washing machine in order to do without overpaying extra money.

We recommend that you give preference to the following additional features and features:

  1. Fuzzy logic - based on what type of things are loaded into the drum and how many, selects the most economical type of washing, which reduces energy costs and water consumption.
  2. Intensive Washstain remover.
  3. Bubble Wash - a technology that allows you to create a large number of bubbles, contributing to better dissolution of the powder and removal of dirt from things. It should be noted that bubble washing allows stains and dirt to be removed even when washing in cold water.
  4. The number of revolutions during the spin should be at least 800 rpm, which is quite enough for the gentle extraction of water from things.
  5. Child protection (control panel lock).
  6. Direct drive - rather refers to the design features of the washing machine, because It is a direct drive, instead of an obsolete belt drive; Direct Drive makes washing without noise, and the housing of the washing machine more compact.
  7. Delayed start - you can start the machine with a time delay, which is very convenient if you need things to be clean by the morning or at the time you get home.
  8. Aquastop - protection against water leaks, an equally important function that must be present.
  9. Imbalance control - the washing machine automatically monitors the drum balancing during the spin cycle.
  10. Foam control - automatic control of foaming during the washing process.
  11. Noise level - less is better. A good result is considered to be up to 50 dB when washing.
  12. Extra loading of linen - A useful opportunity for those who constantly forget some dirty things, while already turn on the washing mode. Additional loading of linen allows you to open the lid at any time and report the necessary things to the drum.
By the way, choosing a washing machine, we additionally recommend purchasing and installing a water leak protection system next to the washing machine. In the event of a malfunction of the water supply system and the machine itself, a special protection system will protect your housing and the neighbors' housing from flooding. In the CIS market, Neptun water leakage protection systems are popular, you can learn more about it from the article:https://my.electricianexp.com/en/neptun-prow-wi-fi.html.

2018 Model Rating

So, you have familiarized yourself with the main varieties of products, and now you probably know how to choose a washing machine for the price and quality. Finally, I would like to bring to your attention a rating of inexpensive, but reliable washing machines that have a fairly large number of positive reviews on the Internet. To the right of the model, in parentheses, is the current price in rubles to date.

Vertical loading:

  • Indesit BTW E71253 P (24 500)
  • Electrolux EWT 1066 ESW (32,500)
  • Whirlpool TDLR 70 220 (34 500)

Narrow, up to 40 cm deep:

  • Hotpoint-Ariston VMSG 601 B (16,000)
  • LG F-1096SD3 (23,000)
  • Candy CS4 1052D1 / 2 (14,000)
  • Bosch WLG 20160 (23,000)
  • LG F-10B8SD0 (21,000)

40-50 cm deep:

  • Samsung WW65K42E08W (28,000)
  • Haier HW60-BP12758 (from 22,000)
  • Hotpoint-Ariston VMSL 5081 B (from 14,000)
  • LG FH-0C3ND (20,000)
  • Indesit BWSA 51051 1 (16 000)

We hope that now it has become clear to you how to choose a washing machine in 2018 and what to look for in order to choose the best option for price and quality!

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38 comments

  • Inna
    12/19/2014 at 08:53

    I have an Italian Candy, she is almost 10 years old and everything is OK!

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  • Averyanova Lena
    12/19/2014 at 08:59

    Yes, progress has stepped far forward. The washing machines began to not only think, but also to see, even with the help of sensors. We have such a Siemens IQ series with iSensoric technology, it has been working for a month now, we can’t get enough of it. Workaholic is still that, and very quiet and very economical.

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  • Nastya
    12.20.2014 at 15:29

    For a long time we were looking for a good machine, decided not to be trifled, and took a WM12Y591OE with 9 kg. download and varioPerfect function. All washing programs in this unit are controlled by sensors. The iQdrive motor is durable and quiet. The cat sometimes falls asleep near the machine and does not respond to it even during the spin cycle.

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  • Nina
    12/22/2014 at 00:15

    In the meantime, we are renting an apartment and are content with Samsung.

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  • Sophia
    12/22/2014 at 00:23

    Siemens wash the parents, I don’t even remember how old she is, exactly over 10, but she still erases like a new one. That's what a reliable and quality thing means. Paid once and then use for years.

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  • Zara
    02/11/2015 at 12:22

    Two years ago, I bought an Lg washer with a turnover of 1220 ... The drum began to knock, the master says it is necessary to change the headaches ... bought for 20,000 + repair 5500rub expensive pleasure for a pensioner ... They ask for expensive, at least they would do it qualitatively ...

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    • Admin
      02/11/2015 at 12:36

      Perhaps the machine was initially incorrectly installed and after a certain time of operation it failed. Although, as we have already said more than once, each well-known manufacturer in the lineup of models has several not quite successful ones. Before buying, it is better to read reviews about the chosen option so that you do not overpay on expensive repairs later!

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      • Anna
        09/01/2017 at 22:53

        I got a machine with a defect in my store (I had a plastic rib on the drum with a hole, I found it already at home, the next day I changed the hotpoint to Ariston for the same model, I used it for 10 years without complaints, I was very happy, and recently my “favorite” stopped rinsing It works like a clock, but the program rinses on the rinse and spin functions. The machine works, but the water does not come into the drum, and on the spin all indicators start to blink. We looked wherever possible - everything is clean. So it’s a pity, apparently it expired operation.

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    • Borya
      02/25/2019 at 22:02

      You were simply deceived. This washing machine repair business is under construction. The more they wind up the client, the more profitable

       

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  • Elena
    03/27/2015 at 20:00

    and we have Indesit for 15 years

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  • Elena
    09/10/2015 at 16:48

    We have samsung 7 years worked, now in search of a new

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  • the guest
    11/24/2015 at 12:40

    my ardo had a washing machine. 12 years worked and the unit burned down.

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    • the guest
      01/05/2017 at 19:30

      The same ardo has been working for 13 years now ... they didn’t know the problem .... ... they didn’t have one repair ... Now in search of a new machine ... ..

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  • Olyusya
    12/19/2015 at 17:41

    Only 8 years the LG car worked! The disgusting quality of washing, after 2 years after the purchase broke down (the ten burned out), it was repaired and here again - breakdown! Throw it away! I do not advise taking the Art. LG machine

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  • Pavel
    07/08/2016 at 17:32

    Good afternoon! I bought a Miele washing machine, I am very pleased with the choice for 5 years now it has been working like new.

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  • Yuri R.
    07/29/2016 at 08:55

    advise with the choice of cars in 2016, and komenty since 2014. Every two years, changes in quality occur, for example, they say that the Boshes are not the same and they have to overpay for the brand ...

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    • Admin
      07/29/2016 at 09:36

      The article was written in 2014, respectively, and comments have remained since then. But the information is updated every quarter, a maximum of 2 times a year, so the tips were also slightly corrected. Bosch has a good build quality, but due to the fact that there are a lot of models of washing machines, not always “successful” configurations come across. Personally, I like the Indesit technique. Really the best option in terms of price and quality.

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  • Valentina Basova
    07/31/2016 at 22:54

    excellent article, all in detail. I have a new SAMSUNG WF60F1R0F2W from all-styled.com. Very pleased with her, quiet. Long chose a model, settled on it, a lot of good reviews and reasonable price

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  • Kate
    08/29/2016 at 21:16

    We took a CENTURY, a good machine, not expensive, it works properly, quietly, it erases perfectly. What else do you need from the typewriter ?! We are satisfied with the quality of the cars and the laundry.

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  • Maria
    09/02/2016 at 20:36

    We took Gorenje W 76Z23 L / S, We are not overjoyed, even my husband is interested (it was the first time))))) The machine is quiet and does not vibrate, and the controls are easy to understand, again, the husband can start to wash children's clothes without prompting. Although before they called the store and did not think about this brand, the guys told everything there, offered a choice of several models of famous brands and this model, among others. In the end, they leaned towards Gorenie and did not regret it)))

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  • Yulia
    09/20/2016 at 23:28

    And my swirl Wirlpool (washing-drying), plowing on a family of 6 people (washing daily, sometimes more than once) 18, 5 years today ordered to live long ... Now I am tormented by a choice

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  • Dmitry
    09/22/2016 at 17:11

    There were similar torments) I wanted to take LG F-12U1HBS4, but they dissuaded me because of the touch panel. I called the LG service and pretended to be a client who had already bought. He said that I had this ski track and said that repair was needed. Not having time to clarify the reason, the master immediately asked "sensor?" As a result, they took LG F-12U2HBS4 from them.

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  • Sergey Averenko
    10/05/2016 at 16:50

    I also have Gorenje W 76Z23 L / S, but I was not lucky with the online store, I ordered it through Vasco ru, I waited for the machine for at least a week and did not wait, but there were a lot of promises and discounts from the manager, he calculated it to me almost Not for nothing I wanted to give, it is a pity that it was all in words, but in reality they could not bring it even as they promised, and then they fed it with promises for another week !!!

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  • Marina
    05/18/2017 at 14:23

    I washed on different washers because I often moved to rented apartments. Most of all I liked the indesit washing machine. It launches very well and puts a lot of laundry into it, well, of course, it depends on the amount of load. Now I’ve moved to my apartment. I’m still choosing. I want to buy and to work for a very long time!)

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  • Maria Shuvalova
    05/25/2017 at 19:03

    of the Italian, I consider hotpoint-ariston the best, IMHO, they have very high quality and modern technology for both washing and machine functionality

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  • Alina
    06/23/2017 at 20:24

    My choice, too, as a result fell on the indesit, I chose between several companies, but the indesit made the most for the price and functionality, I do not regret buying

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  • Mila
    06/24/2017 at 19:01

    Our clever assistant Ardo worked for 17 years without a single repair! Washed cleanly, squeezed to a semi-dry state of linen, no complaints, only thanks! Maybe it depends on the fact that she is Italian and gathered her at home.

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  • Inga
    07/31/2017 at 17:41

    I have a washing machine from a hotpoint for about 6 years, a very cool machine for me. Over the 6 years of all operation, it has never broken down, the powder rinses well, launders perfectly, does not jump around the apartment. It works quite quietly, which is very pleasing

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  • Vika
    09/23/2017 at 20:50

    I also like Hotpoint very much, I have a washing machine and a refrigerator at home, I really like the washing quality of the machine, and the availability of the drying function makes life easier :)

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    • Zoya
      10/17/2017 at 21:25

      And we have Video! I took it for a summer residence, therefore I didn’t bother myself much in choosing. But it turned out that this is a very cool machine. It also washes very well) Now I’m thinking about taking the same company home, but more sophisticated.

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      • Nika
        11.28.2017 at 15:06

        Is it China? Chet is somehow afraid) I'm still for the tested options, I like Indesit) Still, Italy!

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  • Yulia
    12/11/2017 at 19:09

    It seems to me that you need to buy small options, if there is absolutely no space either in the kitchen or in the bathroom. In other options, not less than 5, or even 6 kg. I did so, because even one set of bedding does not fit in small washers. I also like drying in mine - no problem at all now. And I bought inexpensive, brand new on Avito.

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  • Igor
    03/31/2018 at 19:05

    As long as I remember, I’ll use the Hotpoint washer, that's who serves faithfully for a long time

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  • Kate
    04/03/2018 at 21:58

    My last love is Wirlpool washing machine. So quiet, beautiful, she carefully treats my little things)

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  • Valya
    04/10/2018 at 13:48

    I was looking for a beautiful washing machine as a present for my grandmother and was afraid that it would be hard for her to get comfortable with it. I decided to take an indesit, my grandmother figured out quickly, so I'm quite happy.

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