Which washing machine is better: Ariston or Indesit?

The line of washing machines of the Indesit brand is presented on the domestic market in a wide range and at an affordable price. Along with the well-known inexpensive brand, domestic consumers, thanks to a wide advertising campaign, are offered more expensive, but quite similar units under the Hotpoint Ariston trademark. Accordingly, a reasonable question arises about how they are similar and how they differ. Washing machine Ariston or Indesit: it’s time to understand the intricacies and find out which is better.

Detailed differences between Ariston and Indesit

Before answering the questions posed in the introduction in detail, the masters suggest not being lazy and seeing everything from the inside, i.e. disassemble equipment from both brands. In this case, even the average person will be able to give an accurate answer, which shows the absence of obvious differences in the disassembled mechanisms.

Despite the difference in the external design of the units, their internal contents are almost identical.

It is worth noting that spare parts for these machines, with rare exceptions, are interchangeable. Users of Ariston and Indesit household appliances (we are talking about washing machines) will not have problems replacing faulty spare parts. If there is a clear visual difference in some components (doors), parts of one brand can be used to repair faults of another (glass, cuff). Next, we will consider in detail the main characteristics of the Aristons and identify their originality.

1. Tank. There are no visual differences between a similar container located on Indesit. Elements such as bearings and oil seals are considered identical.Machines presented on the domestic market are equipped with 202/203 bearings, while machines assembled at Italian factories are equipped with 204/205 bearings. The craftsmen claim that it is 202/203 that is recognized, in the brands under consideration, as the most vulnerable parts.
2. Control panel (front). This structural element in the debate is better than Ariston, even despite the significantly higher cost of the board.
3. Hatch door. The differences are found in the plastic from which the housing is made. Ariston has better quality. The glass, with the exception of some models, is identical.
4. Control module. No differences were found. Modern automatic machines of both brands are equipped with Arcadia boards.
5. Drain pump. The mechanisms of the above models have pumps with universal characteristics (Askol). Mounting method: self-tapping screws.
6. Valves. These consumables are identical to Indesit.
7. Engine. The parameters are comparable.
   

   It must be remembered that different types of motors are used on different machines of the Indesit and Hotpoint Ariston brands.

8. Hatch locking device. The designers of many modern washing machines sometimes install pulse-type locks on the hatches, which can open the machines immediately after the end of the set program. The positive side of such a design solution is the ability to quickly unlock a jammed hatch, the negative side is that it reduces the level of safety.
9. Pulley. This wheel-shaped element is used in equipment of both brands and is absolutely no different.
10. Water level switch. With the exception of some models, in washing machines of both brands, the pressure switch is identical. Alternatively, an electrical sensor can be installed.

If you do not take into account minor differences and parameters of such elements as the hatch door, the front panel and the firmware of the control unit, then we can definitely say that Hotpoint Ariston and Indesit are twin brothers. If we take into account that the models are assembled in domestic factories, then it is not difficult to make a choice between the quality of an expensive one and its cheaper counterpart.

Typical disadvantages of Ariston and Indesit machines

We offer a short overview of typical problems inherent in domestically assembled units. The data we provide is based on the experience of our technicians and other service centers.

Like any household appliance, washing machines of the Hotpoint Ariston and Indesit brands are subject to breakdowns. The most common cause of failure is bearing failure. It is this type of component that is recognized as one of the weak points of the brands in question. With an average intensity of use of washing machines (2-3 times a week), bearings, in 25% of cases, wear out in approximately two years.

After analyzing all the probable causes of this phenomenon, experts came to the conclusion that the problem was caused by the long spin process. By installing components of the exact size and high quality, the problem could be half solved. For comparison, we can cite a Samsung brand washing machine designed to process 5.5 kg of dry clothes. It also contains bearings 203 and 204. Despite this, this consumable is replaced after 5-10 years. The masters explain this fact by the shorter duration of the intermediate spin and the lower number of revolutions that Samsung has.

Self-draining in Ariston and Indesit is another key problem.In this matter, the mechanisms require a special approach and, often, a different approach to connecting machines to the sewer system. Only a special approach and correct connection can guarantee uninterrupted operation of the units. You can avoid “whims” from branded home appliances by raising the hose intended for draining up approximately 80 centimeters.

A special feature is a self-diagnosis system that checks the operation of the valve before starting the process. This type of testing takes about 10 seconds. But this is enough to supply a certain amount of water and subsequently activate the pump (2-3 seconds).

This inclusion is necessary so that the pump “throws out” water in a small amount and controls the presence of such a phenomenon as “gravity flow”. But with high water pressure, the short time period allotted for diagnostics and the start of the laundry washing program does not allow the excess volume of liquid to drain (15-20 seconds), which causes a malfunction of the machines. To get rid of such a phenomenon as gravity, you can use a simple action - raising the drain hose to the previously designated height.

Having dealt with the drainage problems, you need to point out one more drawback - “intolerance” to hard water. Not only Indesites and Aristons react negatively to the increased hardness of the water environment in which washing is carried out. However, these are the brands that are the most sensitive and capricious. For users of the above brands of household appliances, it is recommended not to put off the issue of using water softeners. It is not difficult to choose a good product; the range on the market allows you to do so.

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