Top narrow front-loading washing machines

The problem of choosing a product is acute for most consumers. Many people do not understand what to rely on when choosing narrow washing machines, some look at the general technical characteristics of the model, some trust the advice of the seller, and some are simply fooled by advertising. Our experts rightly believe that only a comprehensive analysis of a number of models of narrow washing machines will help you make an objectively correct choice. Well, to make life easier for consumers, they reflected the results of this analysis in the author’s rating.

The result was a rating consisting of two parts. The first part reflects the models of the best narrow front-loading washing machines based on the results of 2015. Well, in the second part we can see the rating of narrow front-loading washing machines based on the results of the outgoing 2016. Let's present these ratings in this publication, and at the same time talk about the criteria that experts relied on when compiling such ratings.

The best washing machines of 2015

Our experts compiled the first rating in 2015. More than 80 models of narrow and super narrow washing machines, from which the 5 best models were selected. In this case, user ratings were taken into account, but were not decisive. So, the top 5 best front-loading automatic washing machines.

1. LG F-80B9LD. This model was the best in its class in 2015. If you look at its design, the eye will not catch anything; as they say, the washing machine is just like a washing machine, but from a technical point of view it is an excellent, reliable device.If you choose from among the best narrow washing machines, you will end up choosing this one. Characteristics: dimensions WxDxH - 60x40x85 cm, drum - 5 kg, speed - 1000 rpm, 10 most suitable washing programs, price - $300. In short: the washing machine takes excellent care of your laundry, is very reliable and is extremely repairable.
   
2. Candy GC41062D. But this washing machine was included in the top 10 best washing machines in the national rating of European consumers for 2 years in a row. This rating is now one of the most authoritative. The characteristics of the washing machine speak for themselves: body WxDxH - 60x40x85 cm, capacity - 6 kg of laundry, drum rotation - 1000 revolutions, stable, washes perfectly. It is relatively difficult to repair, and its service life is relatively short, so only 2nd place. Price: $243.
   
3. Hotpoint-Ariston VMSF6013B. This is an undisputed leader that quickly entered the user ratings and has remained there. In many user ratings, this washing machine is the undisputed leader, however, in our rating it only came in third place. Hotpoint-Ariston VMSF6013B, costing only $230, has a stable body 60x40x85 cm, a 6 kg drum, a spin speed of 1000 rpm and a number of special programs. Cons: noisy, difficult to repair, expensive spare parts.
   
   

Advertisements claim that Hotpoint-Ariston washing machines are among the quietest. You can believe it while you listen to the machine washing, but when the spin starts, it is comparable to an airplane taking off.

4. Zanussi ZWSG7121V. A very economical and fairly quiet narrow washing machine in terms of quality and reliability, not much inferior to the above models. Its characteristics are notable: dimensions 60x38x85 cm, load 6 kg, intelligent control, spin speed at 1200 rpm, 14 washing programs. The average cost of the model is $385. Maintainability is a mess, so if it breaks, you'll have to spend a lot of money to fix it, although, of course, it depends on what breaks.
   
5. Bosch WGL In 2015, this model was awarded only fifth place in the ranking, and even then with a stretch, since it received a very high rating from users. Objective technical analysis and testing showed normal maintainability, but low reliability. 10 similar models of Bosch washing machines were tested, and the results were very disastrous, In general, Russian-assembled Boshis are something special; in some cases it’s better not to buy them at all.
   
   

Top 2016

Now let's look at the top 5 most magnificent washing machines with front loading and a depth of no more than 40 cm. It should be noted that a serious struggle has unfolded here. First, our experts noted the top 20 best washing machines, then selected the top 10 most worthy ones, and then painfully managed to distribute places in the top five. This is what came out of it.

Surprisingly, the first place was once again fought out by a washing machine produced under the LG brand, namely the LG F-1096SD3. The disadvantage of this brand is that the drum is not spacious enough - only 4 kg, but that is where the disadvantages end. The exceptional reliability and maintainability of the model make it one of the 10 best Korean washing machines of the outgoing year. Dimensions 60x36x85 cm, spin speed at 1000 rpm, good tank and drum bearings, partial protection against leaks, 13 excellent washing programs and exceptionally high consumer ratings make this machine an unsurpassed leader in this segment.

Second place was awarded to the brainchild of the German concern Siemens WS 10 G160OE. The machine has an average load, and generally average characteristics, but it is very reliable, which captivates the consumer. In addition, the price of this model is very reasonable, which cannot but captivate the consumer. Dimensions 60x40x85 cm, spin speed - 1000 rpm, intelligent control and complete protection against leaks. Price: $380.

Our experts placed the Zanussi brand washing unit – Zanussi ZWSG 7121 VS – in third place in the ranking. This brand has many advantages, which allows it to be included in the top 10 user ratings from Yandex Market. The machine is capable of washing 6 kg of laundry at a time and spinning it at a speed of 1200 rpm. Energy class A++ and 48 liters of water per cycle, which makes it super economical. There are 14 useful programs, including the anti-crease program, which is very popular among users. Maintainability is low, price - $384, case 60x38x85 cm.

In fourth place, our specialists placed the Candy GV4 127DC, which is unusually spacious for a narrow washing machine. With the overall body dimensions of WxDxH 60x40x85 cm, the model has a drum that can hold 7 kg of laundry, which is even surprising. The washing machine is quite stable, even at a spin speed of 1200 rpm, moderately noisy and moderately economical. There are 16 washing programs and a primitive display. It is on average difficult to repair, but maintainability is considered quite high.Price: $330.

This machine has all the necessary washing programs. This fact in itself makes the model very attractive.

Rounding out the top five best narrow washing machines of 2016 is a new product released this year under the Candy brand – Candy GVS4 127DWC32. This super-economical new product, when it first appeared, created a sensation among users, and even impressed our experts, which is why they found a place for it in the rating. Although the repairability of the new product is questionable, it is too stuffed with various electronics. What does it contain?

• Drum for 7 kg of dry laundry.
• Intelligent electronic control.
• Wi-Fi, which allows you to control the washing machine using a smartphone and download software updates via the Internet.
• Stable case dimensions 60x40x85 cm.
• Spin at 1200 rpm.
• Partial protection against leaks, children and foaming.
• There is drum imbalance control.

In addition, the washing machine is very economical, no less than 0.13 kWh/kg, which corresponds to energy consumption class A+++. And she takes a maximum of 52 liters of water per wash, which is quite good for a seven-kilogram drum. In general, a worthy new product at a decent price - only $340.

How the ratings were compiled

Finally, let’s say a few words about how our rating was compiled. Above we described the 10 best washing machines, the depth of which does not exceed 40 cm. However, in order to do this, our specialists dug through a bunch of information, relying on their own experience and the experience of familiar craftsmen.

Almost any rating published on the Internet (top 20, top 10, top 5 best stirlock) is just rethought versions of user ratings collected by selling sites.In our case, this is a much more objective rating, which is based on a comprehensive analysis of the characteristics of the washing machine, its maintainability, technical reliability, design and design. The user factor is also taken into account, but only among other factors.

According to the experts, this rating turned out to be very objective, although it does not claim to be 100% reliable. There is, of course, an error.

In conclusion, let us note which of the models of narrow washing machines differ in quality and reliability for the better compared to all other washing machines? The top 10 compiled by our specialists can answer this question more or less objectively. This rating, with all its shortcomings, may well become a guideline that will help you buy the best “home assistant” in terms of quality and reliability. Good luck!

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