It is impossible to imagine a modern apartment or house without a washing machine. It greatly facilitates life and eliminates unpleasant domestic problems. The technique of such a plan can be different and differs not only in size, loading method and other technical parameters, but also in cost.
You can buy yourself a simple machine for eight thousand and do not know grief. Rather, dirty laundry. Well, it’s possible for 100 thousand. In principle, the result will be the same - clean shirts, trousers, t-shirts and other things. But the feeling of buying and owning a premium washing machine will be completely different than from the budget model.
Such expensive equipment is presented on the market in much smaller quantities and is much less popular. Nevertheless, she finds her buyer, otherwise it would not make sense to produce it. Those who can afford expensive equipment are asking a perfectly logical question: “Which premium-class washing machine to choose, and which ones are better to bypass?” Despite the fact that the high price is an indicator of the guarantee of quality and prestige, some still doubt the advisability of buying a particular model.
We will try to understand this issue and outline the list of the best premium washing machines. For a more visual picture, this will be presented in the form of a rating. The participants themselves can be found both in specialized offline and online stores, so there should not be any problems with “feeling”.
Manufacturers
Before designating specific models of premium washing machines, we will deal with manufacturers. There are brands that release what is called the best of the best and do not associate with other price segments. Among them are Miele, Siemens and SCHULTHESS. The latter is completely engaged in the development and production of professional laundry equipment.
Reviews of premium washing machines from these brands are completely positive. Of course, there are consumers who do not fit the color, shape or dimensions, but there are no questions to the technical part, because it is implemented at an exceptional level. The same can be said about the ergonomic component.
But in the premium segment, there are quite a few models from brands that are “by ear”: “Bosch”, “Kandy”, “Electrolux”, “Asko” and others. The latter company, by the way, not only makes high-quality equipment in many respects, but also does not bend prices with an eye to belonging to a noble segment. So, Asko premium-class washing machines are well-deservedly popular among domestic consumers.
As for the reviews, then everything is also good. The technique turns out to be of high quality, reliable, functional, convenient and also pretty. Minor flaws, if they occur, are only with rare exceptions.
Next, we move on to specific models.
The rating of premium washing machines is as follows:
- Siemens WM 16Y892.
- Miele WDB 020 W1 Classic.
- "Electrolux EWW 51676 SWD."
- Asko W6444 ALE.
- "Kandy Bianca BWM4 147PH6R / 1."
Consider the participants in more detail.
Candy Bianca BWM4 147PH6R / 1
This is a narrow premium washing machine from a well-known Italian brand. And although the majority of TM conveyor products are by no means produced on the Apennine Peninsula, but much east of the PRC, this does not prevent it from being extremely high-quality, as well as prestigious.
The first thing worth mentioning is the presence of smart technologies on board. They allow to significantly improve the functionality of the equipment, as well as its ease of use. The first generation "speaks" only English, but this year the manufacturer took care of the Russian-language localization of the machine.
Distinctive features of technology
Users especially liked the design of the model. The device looks somehow cosmic and looks more like a fantastic technique than a familiar household one. The machine holds up to 7 kg of laundry at 40 cm depth and squeezes it at a speed of 1400 rpm. And it does it all very, very quietly.
You can manage this miracle in the usual way - by manually entering parameters, or from a smartphone or tablet using wireless protocols. For the latter, you need the proprietary Simply Fi application.
Advantages of the model:
- fast, quiet and high-quality washing;
- wide range of options;
- steam refreshment;
- the presence of a cyclic mode Zoom;
- economical power consumption.
Disadvantages:
- the smart interface is in some places clumsily translated.
The approximate cost of the model is about 30,000 rubles (Italian assembly).
Asko W6444 ALE
This is a classic size machine from a popular Scandinavian brand. The design is very stable thanks to concrete counterweights and four shock absorbers. They ensure the absence of vibration even at maximum speed.
The machine takes up to 8 kg of laundry and squeezes it at 1400 rpm. I was also pleased with the energy class - A +++, so you can not worry about the frantically spinning electric meter during washing. Also, the model boasts a good set of programs, and full, and not just for show. There are 10 of them, and one is fully automatic. That is, I loaded the laundry, clicked on the start and forgot.
Model Features
The wash can be called extremely effective, in addition, there is a 7-cycle advanced rinse. There are no problems with the reliability of equipment. The presence of six-fold protection against accidental leaks, as well as an advanced fuse system, soothes. Some though complain about the "outdated" dimensions (60 x 60 x 85 cm), which do not always fit different sorts of evrovan and European kitchens, but this moment cannot be called a critical flaw.
Advantages of the model:
- effective washing;
- advanced rinse mode;
- 6x leakage protection;
- excellent build quality;
- low power consumption.
Disadvantages:
- dimensions are not suitable for everyone.
Estimated cost of the model is about 40,000 rubles.
Electrolux EWW 51676 SWD
This is a comparatively small premium washer-dryer from a renowned Swedish company. The model boasts not only excellent technical characteristics, but also an attractive appearance.
The machine offers a classic wash with a spin of 1,600 rpm, as well as an additional drying mode for products made of wool and cotton. Moreover, there are combined programs that significantly speed up the entire process of washing and drying. It is also worth mentioning the presence of steam modes for processing dry products in order to soften, smooth and even disinfect.
In addition, the premium washer-dryer has a Time Manager function. The latter allows you to control the process in time and adjust the readiness of linen for a particular hour.
Pluses of model:
- efficient and quick wash;
- drying;
- steam modes;
- attractive appearance;
- "Convenient" dimensions.
Minuses:
- There are no fast wash programs.
Estimated cost of the model is about 60,000 rubles.
Miele WDB 020 W1 Classic
For several decades now, household appliances of this German brand have been considered the standard of quality and reliability. Here we have exclusively build quality, a chic set of programs for all kinds of occasions, quiet operation and, of course, flawless washing.
The model can take on board up to 7 kg of laundry and squeeze it at a speed of 1400 rpm. I was pleased with the class of energy consumption - A +++, which, among other things, makes the machine also super-economical. There are no questions to the management and the programs themselves: everything is simple, intuitive, there is nothing superfluous.
Distinctive features of the model
Although some complain about the conservative design, you don’t even remember about it after the first wash. The model is not fastidious to linen and downloads and will choose the optimal mode of operation itself. All that is required of you is to put dirty things in the drum and wait for the results. The machine works barely audible, so you will not experience any discomfort from being in the same room with it.
In a word, this is an impeccable model from a reputable German manufacturer, which will cope with any task in the shortest possible time and will do it as efficiently as possible. There are simply no shortcomings in the model, but for such a price they should not be.
Pluses of model:
- flawless washing;
- a huge selection of various programs for all occasions;
- excellent automation;
- intuitive and simple controls;
- exceptional build quality;
- energy class A +++.
No cons revealed.
Estimated cost of the model is about 60,000 rubles.
Siemens WM 16Y892
This is a clear premium segment with a price tag for more than 100 thousand rubles. This model from Siemens is the flagship of the series, and it boasts excellent functionality, full control over all processes, convenient and intuitive controls, as well as an attractive exterior. Well and, of course, extremely high-quality washing.
You can list all the advantages of this premium washing machine for an arbitrarily long time, so we will concentrate on the main ones. The first thing that attracts consumers is the i-Dos system. In the cuvette of the device there are two special compartments for detergents. This is more than enough for 20 washing sessions. During the activation of the machine, the sensors automatically determine the degree of contamination of products, their volume and absorbency. And then the system itself dispenses the required amount of detergents, and with high accuracy, up to 1 ml.
Features of the technique
That is, there is no need to worry about whether enough powder is poured into the receiver and calculate the amount of laundry. You can wash at least one sock, the machine itself will figure out what's what and start up the necessary modes in this case. All you need to do is load the laundry into the drum and click on “Start”.
It is also worth noting competent automated programs to remove as many as 16 kinds of spots. Moreover, the function is implemented by no means for show, but works as it should. The machine takes on board up to 9 kg of laundry and squeezes it at a speed of 1600 rpm. The washing process is almost silent.
Advantages of the model:
- sensible automation (turned on and forgot);
- an abundance of programs;
- high rate of profitability;
- only build quality;
- quick and silent washing;
- backlighting of everything and everything, even the drum.
No flaws identified.
The approximate price of the model is about 110,000 rubles.