Is it worth buying a Biryusa washing machine?

Several years ago, when choosing washing equipment, most buyers preferred brands Bosch, Miele, LG, Siemens, etc. Today, the price of such equipment has increased, so many have to look for an alternative. For example, consider household appliances from Russian or Chinese manufacturers.

Is it worth buying a Biryusa washing machine? How reliable is the equipment produced under this brand? What do experts, as well as ordinary users, think about this? Let's look into the nuances.

What do the experts think?

At the moment, Biryusa washing machines are one of the most inexpensive in the household appliances market. The Russian brand acts as the customer, and the washing machines themselves are assembled in China. The company provides a two-year warranty on its equipment.

It cannot be said that the Biryusa line of washing machines is quite diverse. There are about 20 models available for purchase. However, among them you can choose devices with different maximum permissible loads - from 5 to 12 kg. Therefore, there will be no problems with selecting the “ideal” washing machine.

The build quality, functionality and appearance of Biryusa automatic machines are in no way inferior to more expensive washing machines from foreign brands.

Biryusa washing machines are assembled with dignity. The housing of the devices is reinforced, the internal metal parts are treated to prevent corrosion. The wiring is laid straight. The SMA electronic module is located in the upper part of the housing, which prevents damage to it in the event of a leak.

The most budget models have a standard engine - a commutator, with a metal pulley. The washing machines are equipped with motors from the well-known Welling company.The heating element is located at the back - this provides easy access to the heating element.

More expensive Biryusa washing machines have an inverter motor. Direct drive models start at $250. This is quite a bit compared to similar machines from foreign brands.

There are plugs on the shock absorber holes, and the drain hose has a special vibration-proof gasket. A reinforced bar is used to secure the pump. All this speaks about the decent quality of the assembly of Biryusa washing machines.

It is also worth noting the maintainability of Biryusa washing machines. The manufacturer made sure that diagnostics could be performed without any problems. Access to all internal components is easy. The washing machine tank is collapsible, so if necessary, replacing the drum bearings is not difficult.

It will not be difficult to order components for repairing washing machines. The cost of spare parts is low, so in the event of a breakdown, you won’t have to spend a lot of money to fix the washing machine. Typical malfunctions of SMA Biryusa are the same as those of devices of other brands, these are:

• wear of electric motor brushes;
• failure of the heating element;
• clogged filters;
• damage to drum bearings;
• stretching the drive belt.

Sales of Biryusa washing machines began relatively recently, so there are no statistics on electronics failures and bearing “survivability” yet.

However, much will depend on the operating conditions of the device. It is important to install the machine at a level, observe the maximum permissible load weight, avoid imbalance, and protect the CMA from voltage surges in the electrical network. Then the repair of these parts will not take a long time.

Biryusa washing machines look very stylish. The line includes devices in white and gray colors.The design is modern, most models are equipped with a digital display. The hatch hook and door hinge are made of metal, which is very rare; usually these parts are made of unreliable plastic.

The software “stuffing” is varied. Some models have 14 washing modes, others have up to 23 algorithms. Finding the appropriate settings for caring for different types of fabrics will not be difficult.

Should I buy a Biryusa washing machine? It's worth a try. Judging by the build quality, the machine will last a long time, with proper care and user compliance with operating instructions. Low cost is another argument in favor of washing machines from the Russian brand.

Positive opinions from owners

The cost of models from a Russian manufacturer is low in comparison with similar machines from foreign brands. You can buy a Biryusa washing machine for 5-6 kg of laundry with a good program “filling” for $150-170. Many people are attracted by the price of the equipment, but how is it used? Customer reviews will help you figure this out.

Victoria Trefilova

I bought the machine a long time ago, there were no reviews for it. It didn’t take long to choose, since the budget was limited. I settled on the inexpensive Biryusa WM-ME610/04. I ordered this washing machine at my own risk and have never regretted it.

A very good machine, assembled with high quality, looks stylish. During operation it does not make noise or shake. Despite its small size, it holds enough laundry (up to six kilograms) and has many washing programs. There is a delayed start option for 3, 6 and 9 hours, which is important to me.

Turquoise WM-ME610/04 does not spoil things, and at the same time removes any dirt well. I am happy with the purchase and now recommend this brand to my friends. During the entire period of operation, I did not reveal a single flaw in my machine.

Alien-RK3225

I have been using a Samsung washing machine for 15 years. When the time came to buy a new washing machine, I couldn’t choose for a long time. The prices for equipment from this brand are now very high, and many cheaper, but no less interesting models have appeared on the market.

I decided to go with SMA Biryusa WM-MK714/03. This is a machine with an inverter engine, a touch LED display, a drum for 7 kg of laundry, a steam function and many more “goodies”. The washing machine looks very stylish, you don’t even want to hide it from prying eyes. I bought this model for $250.

You can buy a Biryusa multifunctional washing machine with an inverter and a steam treatment option for $250-270.

What I want to say is that my new Biryusa washing machine is in no way inferior to Samsung. Neither the quietness of operation, nor the number of modes, nor the quality of washing. A nice bonus is a large and convenient display, which displays all the information about the stages of the cycle.

RahmZeus

When choosing a new washing machine, we decided to go with Biryusa WM-ME712/04. This model attracted me with its spacious drum, low cost and large number of programs. The washing machine has been in use for less than a month, and during this time no shortcomings have been identified.

The machine came with foam blocks. At first we couldn’t understand what they were for, but after reading the instructions, we found out that the washer does not have a bottom, and these elements are glued to the bottom, like sound insulation. After this, the device really began to work quieter.

Dina Y.

I purchased Biryusa WM-MK814/03, and I can’t get enough of my new “assistant”. I give it 5 out of 5, or even 10 out of 10. I have something to compare with - I used Bosch, Beko, and a sophisticated Electrolux (moving to rented apartments). But this machine is just space.

Among the main advantages of Biryusa WM-MK814/03:

• possibility of reloading things;
• spacious drum for 8 kg of laundry;
• very quiet operation;
• many washing programs;
• inverter motor;
• steam processing function;
• low power consumption.

All prejudices regarding the Russian brand Biryusa were destroyed immediately after the first wash. My machine is not standing on a flat floor, but at the same time it spins very quietly, does not jump or shake. The appearance of the washing machine is simply bomb. It looks very stylish, as if it costs not 250 $, but 500 $.

I am very pleased with the functionality of the machine. There are a huge number of modes in memory, both for children's things, and for cotton, and for synthetics, and for outerwear. And washing at 90 degrees with steam is just a lifesaver when you need to clean dog beds. There is an option for delayed start, dashboard locking, imbalance control and other interesting additions.

If you are still in doubt about whether to buy Biryusa washing machines, then I can dispel your fears. At least my machine is no worse than the more expensive Bosch or Electrolux that I used before. The quality of washing, functionality, and appearance of the Biryusa WM-MK814/03 are excellent. And the price, $250, for an inverter SMA with such capabilities, in my opinion, is even underestimated.

Negative opinions from owners

Not all users are 100% satisfied with their purchase. Some models of Biryusa washing machines also have negative reviews. What don't customers like?

Valery Pavlov

I purchased the Biryusa WM-ME610/04 washing machine relatively recently. I'll start with the advantages, since there are significantly fewer of them than disadvantages. Pros:

• price – at the time of purchase it was one of the cheapest automatic machines, it cost $160;
• absence of strong vibration - the washing machine practically does not shake during the spin cycle.

I have identified many more shortcomings in this model. Firstly, a washing machine arrived from the store with a dangling front panel. The wall was simply not secured on one side, which caused a misalignment in the front plane. Therefore, the main disadvantage is the assembly.

Secondly, the machine makes a lot of noise during operation. She is not shaking, but there is always a knocking or a whistling sound coming from somewhere. Probably, besides the front panel, there is nothing else screwed into the washing machine that constantly dangles while the cycle is running.

Thirdly, at the spinning stage, the machine emits a persistent smell of burnt plastic. One gets the impression that it can not only fall apart, but also burn. After 10 washes, the bearing began to whistle.

I don’t even know whether to contact the service center or ask to change the washing machine. I think it’s unlikely that another automatic machine in this price category will work better. Perhaps I'll finish this one by attaching the front panel. But if you don’t want to follow the Russian-Chinese manufacturer, then it’s better to immediately buy another SMA, not Biryusa.

Elena

I purchased the Biryusa WM-ME610/08 machine in December 2022. I read customer reviews and saw that sometimes the washing machine does not spin well. However, I didn’t pay attention to this and thought that there was a manufacturing defect. Otherwise, I was satisfied with everything - cost $190, drum for 6 kg of laundry, energy efficiency class “A+”, number of washing programs.

The machine washes really well, but the problems with the spin cycle are apparently not a manufacturing defect, but some kind of pattern. After two months of regular use, the washing machine refused to spin clothes twice. It would seem like nothing terrible, although this shouldn’t happen at all.

At the beginning of March, the machine stopped spinning altogether.I found the phone number of the nearest service center, but got busy and forgot to call them. After 2 days, I tried to run the wash again, and the cycle was successfully completed, along with a spin at maximum speed.

Two weeks later, on March 25, the washer stopped spinning again. This really stresses and irritates me. I will definitely contact the service center - let them repair or replace the machine under warranty. With my review I want to warn people - this model really has problems with spinning. It’s better to take a closer look at another Biryusa machine without such “surprises”.

Olga B.

It turned out that my Hotpoint Ariston, after 14 years, stopped working. Friends recommended Biryusa. I listened and bought the model WM-MG914/07. A similar Haier was 10 thousand more expensive - why overpay, I thought.

I ordered Biryusa on the official website - it arrived to me in 2 weeks. I was surprised by the huge drum for 9 kg of laundry, the touch screen and appearance. That's all. The powder compartment is extremely inconvenient - too narrow. We struggled for a very long time with connecting the machine to the water supply, but in the end we connected it through a hose from an old washing machine.

Of the 16 programs available in memory, only 3 work! Other modes give an error. Even rinsing and spinning leave much to be desired. Therefore, I closed the Biryusa topic for myself forever.

   

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