Gefest dishwasher reviews

The Gefest brand belongs to the large Russian holding company Brestgazoapparat, which until recently specialized in the production of gas equipment, air purifiers, and gas and electric stoves. In recent years, the group has expanded into dishwasher production. The Gefest dishwasher is still relatively unknown. Consumers have only begun actively purchasing this brand in the last 1.5 to 2 years, so we felt it was necessary to compile all available user reviews of these machines, thereby providing you with the opportunity to analyze them.

What consumers say about Hephaestus 45301

Alena Ivanova, Krasnoyarsk

We got this dishwasher on the cheap, bought it wholesale through a friend a few months ago. If it hadn't been for the price, we might not have gone for it, but we needed one and didn't have much money. Right after we bought it and installed it, I started wondering if we'd bought something out of the ordinary. The Gefest stoves seem okay, but the dishwashers are a bit of a mystery. So, I started actively searching for reviews online and found a couple, but they seemed unreliable. I decided to rely on the opinion of the friend who sold it to us; so far, he hasn't had any complaints.

I run the Gefest 45301 once a day. I let the dishes accumulate all day, and then, late in the evening, I run the wash program, usually the "intensive" one. Even though the machine is narrow, it fits all the dishes that my friend and I can accumulate throughout the day, and there’s still room to spare. There was only one situation when there were a lot of guests in the house and I had to run the machine twice. I use the machine strictly according to the instructions:

• I arrange the dishes correctly;
• I pour in and stir Finish dishwasher salt;
• I add good detergents and rinse aid;
• I clean my car regularly.

Basically, I'm doing everything I can to ensure that if the dishwasher breaks, the service center won't blame me. So far, I'm happy with everything, but I'll be vigilant, just in case.

Julia, Pskov

I have nothing but positive reviews for this dishwasher; I bought it six months ago and couldn't be happier. It cleans very quietly, and the dishes sparkle brilliantly afterward. I admit, I didn't even know my saucepan could sparkle so much again. Before I got a dishwasher, I tried washing the pots by hand, but I didn't get half the results I got with an automatic dishwasher.

During the first month of use, I foolishly washed the aluminum ladle in my new washing machine. The ladle turned into a mess, and I had to throw it out. Well, it's my own fault. I should have read the instructions more carefully and generally learned what can and can't be put in the dishwasher. Now I'm smart and don't make such mistakes, so everything is fine. I recommend everyone buy this dishwasher.

Sergey, Moscow

I got my Gefest 45301 dishwasher by chance. There was a giveaway during a shopping center opening, and I won one. I didn't have time to install it right away, so I connected it myself three months later and screwed it up. I didn't know that the hoses couldn't be extended much, so I bought two 1.5-meter hoses for the inlet and drain, connected them together, and started using the dishwasher that way. Luckily, I fixed it in time, otherwise the Gefest 45301 dishwasher that fate had given me would have ended up in the trash.

I rarely use my dishwasher, but when I do, I'm very happy. It cleans dishes well. The last time I loaded my tools and washed them, everything came out perfectly. It's a good thing I read reviews online, and some kind people gave me some helpful tips. So far, I haven't encountered any issues with the dishwasher; everything is perfect, so I give the Gefest 45301 a solid 5.

What consumers say about the Hephaestus 60301

Larisa, Vladimir

My daughter and I have been using a Gefest electric stove for almost six years now, and the reviews are extremely positive, even though we cook a lot and use the dishwasher relentlessly. We recently started thinking about buying a dishwasher and spent a long time deciding. We decided to have appliances from a single manufacturer in the kitchen, and we settled on the Gefest 60301. We were also drawn to the design; the Gefest dishwasher is similar in appearance to the stove, and together they look simply stunning.

The Gefest 60301 is our first dishwasher, so we had to learn how to use it from scratch. It was especially difficult to figure out how to arrange the baking sheets, pots, and pans; for a long time, they just wouldn't clean. Then, through trial and error, we figured out how to arrange everything, and now the cleaning quality is beyond reproach. After the first month of active use, water stopped going down the drain. It seems that the holes in the filter of this machine are too small, so they quickly become clogged with dirt. We cleaned the filter mesh and everything became fine.

We liked all the wash modes except for the delicate program. The instructions say this program is suitable for washing fragile dishes, but in reality, this isn't true. We washed my grandmother's crystal set in the dishwasher and turned on the "delicate" program. Not only did some of the pieces crack, but we also had to scoop up tiny shards throughout the dishwasher. Now we wash all our valuable dishes by hand. Overall, my daughter and I are happy with both the dishwasher and the stove and give Gefest appliances a thumbs up—a reputable brand and a reputable product.

Ivan, Saratov

I bought a Gefest dishwasher a year and a half ago, and it sat there for about a year, unplugged. I invested in the appliance, so to speak, to protect it from the recession. Four months ago, I moved into a new apartment with a large kitchen and decided to install my "investment" under the counter. I connected the water and sewer lines myself, having read several articles online; the job didn't seem difficult.

My wife loves to cook, so we have to wash dishes often. We run the dishwasher about twice a day, after lunch and in the evening. The dishes have become literally unrecognizable—very clean—but the cost of detergent has also increased. Before, you'd buy a bottle of detergent and forget about the expense for six months. Now you have to buy powder, buy rinse aid, buy salt, but all this expense is still worth it. Don't be afraid to trust your money to equipment produced under the Hephaestus brand – you won't regret it.

In conclusion, it turns out that Brestgazoapparat, the owner of the Gefest brand, produces not only excellent hoods and stoves but also excellent dishwashers. Customer reviews helped us reach this conclusion. We believe you'll confirm this by purchasing a dishwasher from this brand and becoming another happy owner of excellent appliances. Happy shopping!

   

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