A clean thing (s) at a low price: 6 inexpensive washing machines
Do you need a new washing machine, but don't want to spend 1,000 euros or even more? Fortunately, there are also inexpensive, good devices. Here are six washing machines for a small price.
Beko WML 81434NPS1
BEKO WML 81434NPS1 Image: © Saturn 2021
Model: front loader
Energy efficiency class: C
The Beko washing machine cleans up to eight kilograms of laundry per wash. The maximum spin speed is 1,400 revolutions per minute. With 72 decibels, the device is about as loud as the competition in the spin cycle.
The 15 programs of the Beko washing machine include a sports program, a hygiene wash cycle and a delicate wash program. The express program takes around 14 minutes. When the child lock is activated, the little ones cannot change the settings. The Watersafe + function automatically locks the inlet on the tap as soon as the inlet hose leaks or shows signs of damage.
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Koenic KWM 7122 B INV
KOENIC KWM 7122 B INV Image: © Saturn 2021
Model: front loader
Energy efficiency class: B
The free-standing front loader from Koenic swallows up to seven kilograms of laundry, the device spins at up to 1,400 revolutions per minute. With a volume of 79 decibels, the machine is in the higher range during the spinning process.
The Koenic washing machine is equipped with 16 washing programs. In addition to the standard programs, there is an express program that rinses your laundry through in 15 minutes, a sports program and a special wash cycle for baby laundry. Speaking of youngsters: The machine has a child safety device, the AquaStop function protects against water damage.
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Bauknecht WAT Prime 652 DI N
BAUKNECHT WAT Prime 652 DI N Image: © Saturn 2021
Model: top loader
Energy efficiency class: D
Do you have limited space for a washing machine? The Bauknecht device is a narrow top loader, only 40 centimeters wide. For comparison: most front loaders are around 60 centimeters wide. The Bauknecht machine holds 6 kilograms of laundry due to its compact dimensions, and the maximum spin speed of 1,152 revolutions per minute is lower than the other models in this list. When spinning, the machine should come to 76 decibels.
In addition to the standard programs for whites and coloreds, the device also offers a wool program and a 30-minute short program. The short button can also be used to shorten other washing programs. Multiple water protection protects the top loader from water damage.
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Bosch WAN 28122
BOSCH WAN 28122 Image: © Saturn 2021
Model: front loader
Energy efficiency class: D
The Bosch washing machine can handle up to seven kilograms of laundry. The front loader spins at a maximum of 1,388 revolutions per minute, the volume is around 75 decibels.
The washing machine offers the classic washing programs for delicates, whites and coloreds or hand wash. A crease protection as well as an automatic quantity control is also available. An AquaStop hose protects against water damage.
Siemens WM14N122 iQ300
SIEMENS WM14N122 iQ300 Image: © Saturn 2021
Model: front loader
Energy efficiency class: D
The Siemens washing machine has a capacity of seven kilograms, the variable spin speed is a maximum of 1,388 revolutions per minute. The volume when spinning is in the medium range at 75 decibels.
Among other things, the model offers programs for delicates and coloreds, as well as anti-crease at the end of the program. The spin speed can be selected. Did you forget an important part? No problem, the machine has a reload function: The current washing program is interrupted and you can add more clothes. According to the manufacturer, the Vario-Speed function also shortens the washing time by up to 65 percent. Child safety and AquaStop are also available on the Siemens machine.
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LG F2V4SLIM7
LG F2V4SLIM7 Image: © Saturn / LG 2020
Model: front loader
Energy efficiency class: E.
The LG model manages seven kilograms of laundry per wash and spins at 1,200 revolutions per minute. The noise level is 75 decibels.
A child safety device and the AquaLock function with a sealed floor pan and AquaStop hose ensure safety. The device has special washing programs for sportswear, baby clothing and duvets, a total of 14 programs.
Special feature: The LG washing machine is smart, you can also control it with your smartphone using the Smart ThinQ function. You can also transfer additional washing programs from the Internet to the device.
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Cheap Miele washing machine?
The manufacturer Miele is known for high-quality household appliances, but they are relatively expensive. As a result, no Miele machine made it onto this list. The cheapest model from SATURN, the Miele WCA 030 WCS Active Classic , costs around 700 euros. The seven-kilogram front loader scores with a honeycomb drum.