You can independently choose and buy a washing machine in the corresponding catalog. And below we will talk about what is important to pay attention to when choosing a device.

The choice of a washing machine can be represented as a solution to several major issues and a number of minor ones. Based on the answers, you can choose the most suitable solution for yourself.

The most important thing to decide on is the type of loading and the volume of the drum. It should be noted here that all modern washing machines are divided into two main types: vertical and front loading. The second is the most common.

There is an opinion that top -loading machines wash worse than front-loading models. In fact, this is not the case, the main difference is only the difference in the installation. Vertical cars take up less space and can be installed in a tight corner, this is a good solution for small apartments. In addition, when removing or loading laundry, there is no need to bend over, which means that such models are more suitable for people with back problems. Yes, and it will be more problematic for children to get to the lid, located high enough.

Frontal models can be placed under any shelf or sink. They usually have a larger drum capacity for a similar cost and more options. And, what may seem important to many users, a front-loading machine can be used as a stand. For example, for a dryer or something else. But it should be remembered that there should be enough space in front of such a machine to open the hatch without problems. By the way, about the hatch itself — the larger its diameter, the more convenient it will be to remove and load the laundry. However, more space is required to open it.

As for the volume of the drum, then everything is clear — the larger it is, the more laundry can be washed at a time. However, the size of the machine itself will also change accordingly. For a family of three, a model with a drum for 3-5 kg of laundry is quite enough (it is these models that are most common). But on the market you can find more compact solutions, as well as bulky models that can hold more than 10 kg of laundry.

Contrary to popular belief, chasing a high number of revolutions per minute when spinning does not make sense. Models with a spin speed of 800 to 1000 rpm are more than enough in most cases. After all, too fast spinning can simply ruin the laundry, some things should be wrung out at a speed no higher than 400-600 rpm. However, models with speeds of 1400 rpm and even higher are commercially available. Such a model will perfectly wring out not only a very thick terry towel, but even a canvas tent. Decide first whether you need such speeds.

Most of the models on the market are equipped with a standard and sufficient set of programs — delicate wash, quick wash, for white clothes, for colour ... Sometimes manufacturers begin to come up with additional modes, trying to increase their number, thereby making their device more attractive in the eyes of the consumer. Here it is necessary to note only one thing — chasing numerous programs does not make sense. Even the simplest model is equipped with an ample set. And one more thing: similar modes can be called differently by different manufacturers.

But all sorts of protection and control functions can be absolutely not superfluous. So, a good machine should be equipped with leakage protection, unbalance control and child protection. Also, in our conditions, protection against voltage surges will not damage at all.

As for additional features, there are many of them today. In fact, each manufacturer strives to present its own unique technology, designed to expand the capabilities of the device or improve the quality of washing. At the same time, the company, of course, claims that it is its technology that is “the best”. An example is direct drive, which is claimed to reduce noise and provide greater reliability. Or ceramic heating elements(heaters — in the vast majority of models they are just steel), on which scale does not collect. At the same time, there are also features that are common to many models on the market. And some of them can be very useful.

For example, in places where water shortages are frequent, the presence of a water tank is useful — a special reservoir, the capacity of which is enough even for the longest wash. The presence of an air-bubble wash will allow you to safely wash even very delicate linen. And the start timer will allow you to start washing at the most convenient time for the user. The list of additional features goes on. That's just to make a choice based only on the principle of "the more features — the better" should not be. The fact is that this can have a significant impact on the cost. And sometimes completely unjustified. As practice shows, most users end up using only a few basic functions and programs. And all sorts of additions, such as large screens, can look very attractive in appearance, but their practical value is not at all as high as it seems at first glance.

It is also worth paying attention to the material from which the tank is made, in which the drum is placed. It can be stainless steel or some composite material. Stainless steel tanks are more reliable and last for years, but they make more noise during operation. As for the drum itself, it is always performed only from stainless steel.

If you have to wash often and a lot (for example, in cases where there is a small child in the house), and drying clothes is problematic, then it may make sense to purchase a model with a built-in dryer. This is a very useful option. But it should be remembered that it is not able to replace the usual drying in the fresh air. Yes, and the consumption of electricity will increase significantly.

What else is worth talking about is the design and ergonomics of the machine, which today have ceased to be just “white boxes”. On the market, you can find models of a variety of colours — red, blue, beige ... And the design often differs quite noticeably, although designers have nowhere to turn around here. There are also models decorated with all sorts of flowers and patterns. It all depends solely on your preferences.

As for ergonomics, it is impossible to single out any most convenient solution. There are, of course, sophisticated devices with so many buttons and lights that they vaguely resemble a spaceship control panel from a science fiction movie. But most models have only a couple of buttons and a rotary knob for selecting the mode — this is quite enough and convenient for everyday use.

Unfortunately, it is impossible to write an article containing a universal answer to the question of how to choose the right washing machine. You can only give a few simple tips, which in the end will help you decide. We hope that the information provided here will be useful to you. Enjoy the shopping!