Compact above all else: 5 top-loading washing machines

On the centenary of the founding of the Zanussi company, the range of vertical washing machines from the Italian brand, the rightholder of which is the Electrolux concern, was replenished with an inexpensive model with the ZWY 61025 index.

The compact washing machine is designed for small baths or small kitchens — in this matter, everyone is free to decide for himself where to install the machine. Through the top cover on the body, access to the drum that automatically turns up with the flaps opens, which is implemented in order to increase the convenience of loading and unloading laundry. In one session, the washing machine is able to wash up to 6 kg of things and "overfeed" it with excess weight is not worth it.

The low-cost of the model gives a reduced number of laundry programs sewn into memory: there are only 8 of them. Nevertheless, the preset modes are able to satisfy the vast majority of washing needs, whether it is the need to get rid of delicate things from contamination, or to wash coarse denim. The optimal washing parameters are selected by the machine depending on the load, type of fabric and other conditions in an automatic manner (Fuzzy Logic intelligent control technology).

During the operation cycle, the model will consume an average of 43-47 liters of water, winning by this parameter from the main competitors. And she loses to them in the functionality of the display, which can only display the time until the end of the washing session. The remaining parameters are shown by indicators on the control panel. Of the useful additional "buns" of the Zanussi ZWY 61025, the vibration suppression system is of interest (the machine will not have to be caught around the perimeter of the room during operation and spin), leak protection and a children's lock — decent equipment, taking into account the democratic cost of the model.

In conditions of extremely cramped space, the model of the vertical type Indesit ITW E 71252 is designed to become an assistant in washing things — with compact dimensions, it has all the attributes of a modern washing machine.

In the arsenal of washing modes of the model, there are 14 preset programs from the factory with support for manually changing the temperature and spin force parameters (up to 1200 rpm).. The maximum loading of the drum (7 kg) can be carried out in the modes of washing cotton fabrics, as well as when selecting the rinse and spin functions. Other programs prescribe other loading requirements, which is spelled out in detail in the operating instructions of the washing machine along with recommendations on the use of laundry detergents.

During the cycle of operation, the machine will use up to 52 liters of water — not the most economical indicator in the class, however, you can not call the model wasteful. But in terms of saving electricity, the Indesit ITW E 71252 attracts much more — the washing machine belongs to the class of devices with A++ energy consumption. The choice of an energy-saving function in cotton, synthetic and denim washing programs will help to further reduce light consumption (consumption is reduced by 50-70% depending on the specified conditions).

If an imbalance occurs, the drum of the machine temporarily suspends its work so that the laundry is evenly distributed around its perimeter. Also in the category of utilities, it is worth recording a quick washing programme in 15 minutes, a timer function to delay the start, protection against leaks and a child lock that prevents curious children from changing parameters. Taking care of the wardrobe with such equipment of the machine brings great pleasure.

In parallel with taking care of the cleanliness of things, the Whirlpool washing machine is worried about the safety of the thickness of your wallet — the energy efficiency class of the model is marked with the highest grade A +++, which allows you to save on expenses for utility bills.

Whirlpool TDLR 70110 selects the optimal washing parameters automatically, relying on the "Sixth Sense" — proprietary technology for monitoring each stage of the cycle and optimizing resource costs. The user only needs to set one of the 14 washing modes and, if necessary, set a timer to delay the start of the programme, relying on the digital display on the control panel.

Traditional washing modes are diluted with special programs for the care of delicate fabrics, as well as things that are subject to hand washing. Separate items on the rotary mode selector switch are programs for washing coloured and mixed fabrics, jeans and an express washing mode that is not acceptable for cars for things with light dirt.

The spin rate of the laundered laundry is regulated in the range from 400 to 1000 rpm. At the same time, the spin class corresponds to the C mark — it will take a little more time to dry things after washing than the relatives of the model with the spin class B. According to other parameters, the Whirlpool TDLR 70110 repeats the characteristics of its main competitors (for example, its noise levels are 59/75 dB), being a "tough nut" in the middle segment of vertical-loading washing machines.

The Swedish Electrolux concern is among the cohort of world leaders in the production of household appliances for the home. Several famous "daughters" (Zanussi, AEG, etc.) work under his wing, but products under the brand's own name are in the most stable demand among mass consumers.

With compact dimensions (85x40x60 cm), a vertical-loading washing machine can wash about 6 kg of laundry in one sitting. Laundry is done in one of the 14 pre-installed programs. Of the interesting modes of attention, "5 shirts 30" and "Duvets" are bothered. The first programme, as the name suggests, is adapted for a half-hour washing of men's shirts, and the second will help with special delicacy to wash quilted, synthetic or duvets (up to 2 kg).

In general, the washing machine treats many types of fabrics with care. She carefully handles with dirt on silk and cotton things, and for careful washing of woolen products, the model received a separate Woolmark Blue certificate at all. The corresponding mode is also suitable for washing products made of fine fabric marked with the symbol "Hand wash" on the label.

The duration of each of the modes can be adjusted manually without compromising the washing efficiency using the Time Manager function. However, this is inevitably accompanied by an increase in the "voracity" of the machine in terms of electricity consumption. Other controls on the touch control panel allow you to set a timer for delaying the start, add a pre-washing or additional rinsing phase to the programme, and also install protection from children.

The model produces laundry wringing at a maximum speed of 1200 rpm. / min. Moreover, reviews often speak favorably about the noise level accompanying the process — sometimes it is even less than a sound signal about the end of the washing cycle. At the end of the work, the drum automatically turns the flaps up, which ensures the convenience of unloading laundry. And at the same time it will be qualitatively washed and practically dry (in the mode of maximum spin efficiency).

A functional and economical washing machine with vertical loading from a German brand that needs no introduction — the name Bosch has long been synonymous with high quality and reliability.

A smaller number of programs than the majority of Odnoklassniki (11 pcs.) is compensated by flexible settings of washing parameters in the selected modes. The user has the right to increase the water temperature (in the presence of heavy pollution), reduce the cycle time by almost half, or force the machine to slow down when pressing, so that the washed clothes are less wrinkled and it is easier to iron.

The usual modes of washing things are diluted with just a couple of special programs, the first of which will take care of denim fabrics, and the second will allow clothes to get rid of substances that can cause allergies in people with a corresponding tendency (AllergyPlus function). A half-hour programme is available to the user from the fast modes of washing things with light dirt.

In the gradation of energy efficiency classes, the washing machine is assigned the highest designation — A +++. In figures, the energy consumption of the model is about 164 kW / year, but in fact the result will depend on the frequency of use of the machine and the choice of specific washing modes. Anyway, the washing machine will not leave anyone from the household indifferent, delighting them with high build quality and an abundance of functions for the most thorough washing of any type of fabrics.