Top 5 Top Loading Washing Machines

Due to its small size (90x40x60 cm), the washing machine of the Italian company Indesit will easily fit both in a small kitchen and in a small bathroom. True, the capacity of the model is not too large: only 5 kg of cotton items.

Indesit BTW D51052 supports 14 automatic programs, including fast (lasts 45 minutes), delicate, manual (30 minutes) and eco-wash. To clean the most popular fabrics - cotton and synthetic - the appropriate temperature is set from 40 to 90 degrees Celsius.

Additional options include prewash, cycle acceleration (only for cotton and synthetics) and intensive rinse. If necessary, the start of the wash cycle can be delayed by up to 12 hours.

Management is carried out using a rotary programme selector and special buttons. Indication and other operating tips are shown on the compact display.

The washing machine is equipped with a powerful motor that can accelerate the drum up to 1000 revolutions per minute. Just during the spin cycle, the model works quite loudly (up to 76 dB, while during the washing process the noise level does not exceed 60 dB), but without jumps and displacement of the device from its place. When limit speeds are not needed, there are other modes available: 400, 600 and 800 rpm.

Indesit BTW D51052 consumes from 41 liters of water per wash cycle, which will minimize utility costs. The level of energy consumption corresponds to class A, but you can reduce the consumption from 0.95 to 0.75 kW by choosing a special eco-mode for cotton.

The features of the model include a short length of the complete hose for connecting to the water supply, but given the affordable cost of the Indesit BTW D51052 and the high-quality performance of the main functions, such a defect is unlikely to become critical for the main target audience: couples and families without children, bachelors.

Candy washing machines are very popular. The CST 372L model, which is one of the top-selling top -loading washers, is no exception.

The device with compact dimensions is characterized by a large working drum, in which it is permissible to place up to 7 kg of cotton items. Such spaciousness will be quite enough even for families with children, where clothes and linen for washing quickly accumulate.

Candy CST 372L supports 15 working programs, including baby, quick, delicate, daily wash, jeans, whites, eco. The desired item is easily selected using the rotary selector on the control panel. There are other buttons and LED indicators nearby, but there is no display.

The washing machine has Smart Touch technology. With its help, you can control the operation of the model from a smartphone that supports NFC. A proprietary application will tell you which washing mode to choose, allow you to set a programme, check the current status of work, and check statistics.

High-quality washing is complemented by an effective spin, which allows you to get things almost dry. The maximum drum speed is 1200 rpm, which is 200 rpm more than the related and comparable model Candy CST G370D-S white .

The noise level during spinning reaches 77 dB (when washing - no more than 61 dB). Controlling the unbalance of the laundry in the drum helps to reduce vibrations and prevents the appliance from jumping or moving.

The washing machine attracts with a small price tag and low energy consumption. The model belongs to class A +++ and consumes about 175 kW for a year of operation.

Candy CST 372L is one of the best low-cost vertical models. The washing machine captivates with good capacity, ease of operation, functionality and economy.

Zanussi positions the washing machine with the ZWQ 61225 index as a simple, convenient assistant. The model is equipped with an intuitive control panel with a display, it offers the ability to set a delay start for 3-20 hours, as well as block the buttons so that inquisitive children do not make adjustments to the selected programs.

The maximum loading of the Zanussi ZWQ 61225 drum is 6 kg, which is the optimal value for many families. Like all vertical washing machines, the appliance has a small body width (40 cm) and convenient access to the hatch. The latter, by the way, after the completion of the washing cycle is always located at the top, so that you do not have to additionally rotate the drum before unloading things.

The set of automatic modes Zanussi ZWQ 61225 is small: only 8 pieces. But the most popular programs are available: "cotton" and "cotton eco", "synthetics", wool, "mix", "refresh", delicate and quick 30-minute wash. The latter can be launched almost immediately: by pressing the "Start" button.

Additionally, for most modes, you can set temperatures, select options for pre-cleaning, rinsing or easy ironing (washing with the prevention of wrinkles). And the Quick Wash function allows you to almost halve the cycle time.

The washing machine dries things thoroughly, because the maximum spin speed is 1200 rpm. In this aspect, it is superior to another popular model Zanussi ZWY 61025CI white . Despite the high speed of rotation of the drum, the noise level during the spin cycle does not exceed 76 dB.

Zanussi ZWQ 61225 consumes from 43 liters of water per cycle, and in terms of energy consumption it corresponds to class A ++. When fully loaded in energy-saving mode, the meter winds 0.8 kW.

Note that it is not so easy to clean a clogged drain filter: it is necessary to remove the side wall of the case, which is not recommended to be done on your own. The instructions say that if the Zanussi ZWQ 61225 gives an E20 error, then you need to call the service wizard. Otherwise, the model is justifiably one of the most popular vertical washing machines on the market at the junction of the low-cost and mid-price segments.

The model represents the Electrolux TimeCare line and is designed not only to wash with high quality, but also to take care of the user's time. For these purposes, the device with the index EWT 1066 ERW received a delay start timer (from 30 minutes to 20 hours) and the Time Manager function. The latter allows you to manually adjust the washing time without sacrificing efficiency.

It is only necessary to take into account that by reducing the duration of the basic cycle, you increase the consumption of water and electricity. True, according to these parameters, the washing machine is very economical. For one wash, it consumes respectively 41 liters of liquid and 0.8 kW of electricity ( class A++).

Electrolux EWT 1066 ERW has 14 washing programs. Along with the traditional ones (fast, delicate, etc.), there are also several specific modes, such as “curtains”, “sport”, “blanket”, which are “sharpened” for the corresponding things. The maximum load of the model is 6 kg (applies to cotton products) and the spin speed is 1000 rpm.

For most programs, you can set special options: set the desired temperature, activate prewash and / or extra rinse.

The washing machine has been awarded the Woolmark Blue certification. It confirms the careful handling and high-quality cleaning of woollens and items made of other delicate fabrics, which are recommended for hand washing.

The Electrolux EWT 1066 ERW controls are represented by a rotary switch and a touch screen. After selecting the desired settings, you can activate the child lock by locking the buttons. An audible signal indicates the completion of a cycle or errors in operation. Safety is ensured by protection against leaks, and vibrations are dampened by the automatic balancing system of the drum.

The noise level during drying is acceptable and does not exceed the performance of analogues (74 dB), plus you can reduce the spin speed or turn it off altogether (when washing, the model is almost inaudible - up to 57 dB).

Electrolux EWT 1066 ERW is a worthy representative of the middle price segment with an interesting set of features.

The washing machine of the American brand Whirlpool uses Zen technology. Its essence is the rejection of a conventional motor in favor of a direct drive inverter motor. The model vibrates less, runs quieter (noise during spinning up to 72 dB, and during washing - up to 51 dB) and more economical (energy class A +++ and water consumption from 40 liters), it is durable and highly reliable.

The maximum recommended load of the Whirlpool TDLR 65230 is 6.5 kg. For washing, 14 automatic programs are offered, for each of which the proprietary 6th Sense technology determines the main operating parameters by analyzing the load on the drum.

There is a quick and delicate wash, a programme for the care of coloured clothes, separate modes for cotton, synthetic, wool, denim fabrics. Plus, you can choose the option of accelerated washing, intensive rinsing, preliminary removal of dirt and delayed start (from 1 to 24 hours).

The motor of the washing machine is capable of spinning the drum up to 1200 rpm. Turnovers are reduced if necessary. The spin class of the model corresponds to the highest rating A, so the clothes will be drier in the end compared to a related appliance Whirlpool TDLR 70230 white with the same maximum turnover.

The round programme selector, buttons and a digital display, which displays information about the current washing stage, the remaining cycle time, and errors, helps to set up the washing machine. As protective functions, a child lock, leakage protection and imbalance control are provided.

Whirlpool TDLR 65230 is an advanced representative of vertical washing machines. You will have to pay extra for a direct drive inverter motor, but this rise in price will pay for itself with an economical and durable operation of the model.