Which washing machine is better: Samsung or Electrolux?

Washing machines from Samsung and Electrolux are deservedly popular. Both manufacturers are known for their high-quality assembly, well-thought-out functionality, reliable components, and long service life. The abundance of similar features makes finding the best washing machine difficult: consumers don't know what to choose from the selection available in stores.

A comparison of both companies will make finding the right machine easier: from model range and features to price and common problems. Consider expert opinions and customer reviews.

Special features of Electrolux appliances

To decide which is better, Samsung or Electrolux, it's necessary to carefully examine each manufacturer. Let's start with Electrolux, which stands out for its gentle washing and quiet operation. Both advantages are achieved through its programs and features.

The basic set of washing machine modes from Electrolux includes the most popular and in-demand items:

• delicate;
• cotton;
• wool;
• jeans;
• silk;
• synthetics;
• underwear;
• shirts;
• curtains, blankets;
• sport;
• rinse, spin and drain.

Manual cycle settings are also convenient. You can disable the spin cycle or pause the wash cycle during the rinse cycle with a full drum to remove wrinkles. The machine slows down, periodically rotating the drum to remove wrinkles. Water is drained using a separate program.

The double rinse function is also easy to activate. Simply set it once and then use it in every cycle. This feature helps remove detergent residue, making it useful when washing baby clothes. Electrolux also offers several unique technologies that significantly improve the quality of washing.

• Easy Iron. An option that helps keep your clothes looking smooth. Steam treatment, adjustable water levels, and a specially selected spin speed prevent fabrics from wrinkling and creasing. This helps prevent creasing.
• Direct Spray. Provides gentle cleaning and optimizes utility consumption thanks to targeted water delivery.
• Fuzzy Logic. This feature is essential for automatic drum balancing. It automatically monitors imbalances: if items become lumped together, the machine detects the problem, corrects the situation, or stops the cycle.
• DelayStart. A delayed start option that allows the user to schedule the wash cycle to begin 20 hours in advance. This helps with scheduling.
• Time Manager. Offers the ability to adjust the washing duration using eight modes.
• QuickWash option. Halves the duration of the selected program.

Electrolux isn't crammed with useless features—the technologies offered by the system are truly useful and convenient. Beyond the features that make washing easier, these washing machines offer other advantages.

Pros and cons of Electrolux washing machines

The Electrolux brand is famous for its high-quality assembly. Another advantage is the wide range of models, which includes machines from both the budget and luxury segments. Thus, the manufacturer produces both machines costing up to $250 and washing machines costing $900–$1400.

Electrolux produces both budget and expensive models.

According to consumer reviews, Electrolux is also good:

• intuitive and convenient control;
• long service life without accidents or breakdowns;
• high-quality components that rarely need replacement;
• electronics resistance to failures;
• perfect drying, leaving no creases.

It's impossible not to mention the manufacturer's shortcomings. More precisely, we should examine the typical malfunctions characteristic of Electrolux. Serious breakdowns with this brand are rare; service calls are usually due to normal wear and tear of parts and careless operation. The complaints are as follows:

• the machine stopped heating up;
• the tank does not fill, the cycle does not start;
• no water gets into the detergent drawer;
• the water drainage is disrupted.

Electrolux washing machines, statistically speaking, rarely break down. More often than not, the problem lies not with components or manufacturing defects, but with user carelessness and normal wear and tear. Competitor Samsung fares worse in this regard, with breakdowns occurring 12% more frequently.

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung washing machines

A final look at the second "test subject"—the Samsung—will help us determine which washing machine is best. Let's start with the shortcomings, of which there aren't many. First and foremost, it's worth mentioning the limited model selection—new machines are rarely released, and the store mostly stocks standard, well-established models. Over the past three years, the selection has become even more limited, as many machines have been discontinued.

Consumers also note the high cost as one of the disadvantages. Equipment is often equipped with a multitude of unnecessary features for which you will have to pay a pretty penny. Therefore, many people choose competing brands where price better matches quality and power.

Now about the advantages, of which Samsung has many.

• Stylish design. The machines' appearance is beautifully crafted and thoughtfully designed. Everything fits into a consistent style: from the body color to the dashboard, hatch door, and lighting.
• The loading hatch is convenient. The Samsung's drum diameter is large, making it easy to load dirty laundry. The door components are also excellent – ​​the hinges and lock are reliable, rarely break, and are trouble-free to operate.
• A tightly fitting seal. The rubber seal on the door fits perfectly: the door is completely airtight, the drum doesn't damage the seal when rotating, and the absence of a gaping hole prevents foreign objects from getting into the tank.
• A unique imbalance control system. Samsung introduces a proprietary technology that uses special balls to regulate the drum's balance. This "safety net" ensures even and safe rotation, even when the machine is overloaded or underloaded.
• Reload function. Many Samsung machine users appreciate the ability to add forgotten items.

Samsung offers machines with a reload function.

A controversial issue is Samsung's improved heating elements. The company recently announced a new ceramic coating for the heating elements, protecting them from scale. However, the first batches of machines didn't produce the promised effect, so this "know-how" gained a bad reputation. Now the technology has been refined and has truly become a positive.

Whether Samsung or Electrolux is better is a personal choice. Our vote goes to Electrolux, by a slight margin, for its balanced functionality, system security, model range, price, and long service life. The key is to choose European-made appliances.

   

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