Washing machine with ironing function
Many housewives dream of automatic washing machines providing a full cycle of laundry care. That is, they washed, rinsed, wrung out, dried and ironed. However, for now this remains only a figment of the imagination. Automatic washing machines wash, rinse, spin and even dry clothes, but they have not yet learned how to iron them. The modern “easy ironing” function, like an iron, does not iron things, it only helps to facilitate this process. Let's talk about this function in more detail.
Machines with “easy ironing” advantages and disadvantages
Washing machines with the “easy iron” function do not subject the laundry to heavy creasing during the spin cycle, making them easier to iron later. Items washed using this function do not have strong wrinkles or folds and can be ironed without steaming. At first glance it seems like a very good function, not an iron of course, but it makes life easier for housewives! However, it is better not to rely on superficial judgments, but to consider the main pros and cons of “light ironing”. So, the advantages of this function.
- Items washed using this function are actually easier to iron, especially denim.
- Linen that is constantly washed using this function lasts longer, since the machine wrinkles and twists it less during the spin cycle.
- This function allows you to save energy by reducing the time you use the iron and steamer.
Note! On different models of washing machines, the “easy ironing” function manifests itself differently, but in general, the essence is the same.
This is where the advantages of the “easy ironing” function that manufacturers of such washing machines offer us end. Even if some of these advantages are frankly far-fetched, but oh well, let’s take it at face value. Now let's talk about the disadvantages of this function.
- The first thing that catches your eye when you activate this function and complete the wash cycle is that the laundry that comes out is very damp, to say the least, wet. Apparently, gentle spinning turns out to be less effective, so the laundry will take many times longer to dry.
- When the “easy ironing” function is activated, the washing machine increases the duration of washing clothes, even in the super-quick wash mode. Under normal conditions, washing is completed after 30 minutes, with “light ironing” after 45 minutes.
- In the “light ironing” mode, the washing machine uses more water per wash cycle. For example, in several models of Electrolux washing machines, consumption increases by almost 25%.
- In the “easy ironing” mode, the laundry is rinsed at low speeds and in a large amount of water. How effective such rinsing can be judged by the items removed from the machine drum after washing. In most cases, traces of detergents are visible on them.
- To implement the “easy ironing” function, the user only needs to load the washing machine drum 2/3 full. Otherwise, the laundry will not only be wet when it comes out, but also wrinkled, as with a regular automatic wash and spin at high speeds.
These shortcomings of the “easy ironing” function were identified as a result of laboratory tests and confirmed by numerous reviews of people who use this function. As they say - draw your own conclusions!
Review of machine models with this function
Now let’s look at specific models of washing machines that have the “easy ironing” function. We deliberately chose two models as an example, since these were the models that experts gave the highest ratings. In our opinion, if you pay attention to automatic machines with this function, then it’s these two, although, of course, there may be other opinions.
The automatic washing machine was recognized by experts as the best in terms of the “easy ironing” function. Samsung WW12H8400EX/L.P. As a result of laboratory tests, it showed the best values for spin time and quality with the “easy ironing” function activated. In addition to “easy ironing,” this washing machine has an impressive package of other additional functions:
- Fuzzy Logic;
- Eco Bubble;
- delayed start;
- half load;
- accelerated wash;
- washing without spinning;
- soak.
It cannot be said that all these functions work flawlessly, and frankly speaking, not all of them are in demand. However, you can use each of these functions at least once, because situations vary.
The Samsung WW12H8400EX/LP washing machine is recognized by experts as one of the most economical, because its energy consumption class is A+++, which is considered the best achievement to date.
Among the general technical characteristics, I would like to note a comfortable wide hatch (46 cm), a honeycomb drum capable of rotating at speeds of up to 1400 rpm. The maximum load is also impressive – 12 kg. In this case, the manufacturer did not sin at all against the truth, since the machine actually washes 12 kg of laundry. In addition, the machine is programmed for 15 washing modes, has an ergonomic display and child protection. The average price of such equipment is 1000 USD.
The “easy ironing” function is implemented slightly worse in the washing machine LG F1495BDS. However, compared to models from other companies, the performance of this model is very decent; the laundry is a little damp when it comes out. “Easy ironing” is not the only additional function that this washing machine has. In addition to it there are functions:
- automatic laundry weighing;
- delayed start;
- half load;
- accelerated wash;
- washing without spinning;
- automatic water level adjustment.
In terms of safety, this machine occupies one of the leading places. It implements imbalance control, foam formation, leakage protection, lint filter and child protection. In addition, the high-quality ergonomic display and pleasant design catch the eye. Among the basic technical characteristics, noteworthy are the spacious drum with a load of up to 12 kg and the low noise level during operation - 54 dB. This “miracle of technology” costs about 750 USD.
Is it worth buying a machine with a similar function?
Carrying out an analysis aimed at studying washing machines with the “easy ironing” function, we checked the efficiency of washing, spinning, the speed of such operations, as well as the condition of the laundry at the exit. As a result, we came to the conclusion that it is not worth purchasing a washing machine just because of this function. In fact, you gain nothing, the consumption of water and electricity, as well as the washing time, increases, and the output is almost wet laundry, which then needs to take a long time to dry. And all this for the sake of easier ironing?
It turns out there are more technical disadvantages than advantages.Add here the high cost of washing machine models with a well-implemented “easy ironing” function, and you will get a net loss on all counts, without really achieving anything useful.
To summarize, we note that the advertised “easy ironing” function of automatic washing machines is nothing more than another clever trick by advertisers that makes people pay money for a mythical benefit. Whereas in reality this function brings almost no benefit to the owner of the machine!
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1 reader comment
I have an LG washing machine with easy ironing. She is already 10 years old. Very good, the linen is not wet. A friend of mine has a machine that is not ironed and their laundry is very wrinkled.