The most reliable washing machine

There's no such thing as a perfect household appliance, as any washing machine can eventually break down during use. However, manufacturers strive for perfection, constantly improving build quality, inventing new useful features, enhancing reliability, and many other characteristics. This naturally impacts the price of these devices, but high quality comes at a price, especially since such a "home assistant" will help you save on repairs and utility bills. Let's find out which washing machine is the most reliable today.

Asko W2084.W/3

First, let's take a closer look at a premium-grade washing machine with a stainless steel tub from Sweden's Asko brand. It is distinguished by its laconic, strict design, which allows it to fit into any interior. On the body you can find a neat, narrow electronic panel, a minimalist programmer and a convenient elongated display.

There are no text prompts or familiar symbols on the machine—everything is done to preserve the device's premium appearance, so it's best to keep the user manual handy for the first few days after purchase.

This marvel of modern technology can wash up to 8 kilograms of laundry at a time, using one of 15 different programs, most of which can be delayed for up to 24 hours. It's also worth noting that the model is equipped with a powerful inverter motor capable of spinning the drum at up to 1,400 rpm, ensuring flawless spinning.

Remarkably, such a high drum speed doesn't compromise the machine's acceptable noise level, which is quite low. Furthermore, the washing machine boasts a remarkably low energy consumption rating of A+++. Additionally, we'd like to highlight the high-quality leak protection, ensuring you don't have to worry about your flooring or the neighbors below.

Finally, it's worth mentioning that this model rarely breaks down, and if it does require repairs, they're easy to do yourself. This is because most key components are easily accessible. For example, the bearing assembly, which doesn't require complete disassembly or any additional tools, is easily accessible. This is why bearing repair on the Asko W2084.W/3 model takes less than two hours for a novice, and less than an hour for a professional. And you don't have to worry about the bearing at all, as this component rarely fails in this "home helper" more than once every 10-15 years.

Miele WTD163WCS

Now let's look at German-made equipment, which also features a high-quality stainless steel tank. Its drum can wash up to 8 kilograms of clothes at a time, and then spin them at a speed of 1500 rpm. This exceptional spin speed significantly speeds up natural drying. The machine is equipped with a powerful inverter motor with direct drive, and it also features a reloading feature through the main door, a rare feature in such washing machines.

Another key advantage of the Miele WTD163WCS is its drying function, which can dry up to 5 kilograms of laundry at once. It features nine preset washing and nine drying cycles, most of which can be delayed for up to 24 hours. This "home helper" operates quite quietly, reaching only 74 dBA even at maximum speed.

The machine features an audible notification when the cycle is complete, a dedicated compartment for liquid detergent for pre-soaking, and convenient remote control via mobile devices. Like the previous model in our top picks, this washing machine is very easy to repair yourself thanks to its simple design and high-quality components.

LG F2J3NS2W

In our final section, we'll look at a reliable and affordable washing machine from a popular South Korean brand. It features a powerful direct-drive inverter motor, and the drum is concealed within a durable plastic tub with protective stainless steel dividers.

This machine can wash up to 6 kilograms of laundry at a time, followed by a spin at 1200 rpm. This is sufficient for a small family that does laundry once a week on average. The machine features 10 different wash modes, sufficient for gentle cleaning of all types of fabric. As with most washing machines, a distinctive beep alerts the user when the cycle is complete.

Safety is also high thanks to the foam control system and adjustable control panel lock. The appliance is very easy to use thanks to its intuitive controls, convenient loading of clothes through the 30-centimeter diameter loading door, and can be used even in the evening, as the noise level during operation is recorded at just 73 dBA.

   

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