Comparison of the best washing machine brands in terms of price and quality - Bosch, Samsung or LG?

If you study the range of different online stores, it becomes clear that two brands are most widely represented on sale - Samsung and LG. In addition to the largest number of offers from sellers, these two brands are distinguished by the widest selection of models. This gives certain advantages - it is easier to choose the best option in terms of price and quality, and in the event of a breakdown it will be easier to find the right spare parts.

Significantly smaller, but still fairly widely available for sale are Bosch brand machines. The lineup is not as wide as that of Samsung and LG, but there are still plenty to choose from. Indesit and Electrolux have about the same range of diversity, a little more modest compared to Bosch. Haier can offer the fewest models, but they are widely represented on sale - there are a lot of offers from stores.

The quietest washing machines come across in the assortment of the Hyer brand. For example, the Haier HW60-BP10929A model, which costs about 24,000 rubles, has a noise level during washing and spinning of only 51/73 dB.Such silence of work was achieved by using inverter motors, which are really silent. During the operation of the machine, mainly splashing water is heard. The volume of models from LG is approximately at the same level. They also use an inverter motor, as well as a direct drive system that does not have brushes that create noise. These two brands have the same problem - against the background of the quiet operation of the engine, the sound of the pump stands out sharply when water is filled or drained.

Bosch and Electrolux are not as silent, but users find the volume level quite acceptable - they are usually not heard behind closed bathroom doors. Washing is quiet for models from both manufacturers, but on the spin cycle, the noise can be thorough. This is partly due to the use of conventional, non-inverter motors. It is also worth checking the correct installation - leveling and using anti-vibration stands usually helps to solve the problem of loud spinning. Although in the range of models of these brands you can find quiet washing machines. For example, users praise the Bosch WLG 20060 for not silent, but quite quiet operation. The cost of the model is about 23,000 rubles.

If there are increased noise level requirements, Samsung and Indesit washing machines should not be considered. Indesit, even in terms of characteristics, has the highest noise level among the compared brands - up to 62 dB during washing and up to 83 dB during spinning, and users often complain about the loud operation of Samsung washing machines.

According to the balance of the number of programs and their usefulness, Electrolux brand washing machines can be distinguished. This is one of the few brands that users have no complaints about functionality. The number of programs depends on the model, on average it ranges from 12-14. For example, Electrolux PerfectCare 600 EW6S4R27W has 14 programs. And also weighing laundry with automatic determination of the duration of the wash. At the same time, the cost is low - about 24,000 rubles. Judging by the reviews, all programs are really needed and frequently used. There is a complete set of basic programs - cotton, synthetics, hand wash, delicate fabrics. And some modes are not found in all washing machines of other brands - curtains, shirts, blankets. So Electrolux offers some of the best models in this regard.

The Indesit brand in terms of a set of programs is almost as good as Electrolux.Depending on the model, the manufacturer's washing machines have from 14 to 16 programs, you can find both basic and additional modes - from cotton and synthetics to sports shoes, curtains, jeans. It is possible to set additional rinsing, soaking, prewash. But two programs are most valued by users. This is Push & Wash, which is the start of a washing cycle by pressing one button, as well as a stain and odor removal mode. A good example is Indesit BWSA 61051 at a price of about 20,000 rubles. Its functionality includes 16 programs and all the options listed. But most of them are quite long, which buyers attribute to disadvantages.

Bosch washing machines are also functional - they have a sufficient set of necessary programs that are often used in everyday life. Of the interesting ones, one can name the removal of stains or the washing of heavily soiled clothes, shirts, jeans, night mode. But some models of the brand have a significant drawback - for delicate fabrics, intermediate cycle spins cannot be turned off, a full-fledged delicate wash is not always available.

LG, Samsung and Hyer have one common problem - the lack of a 30-degree wash mode in some models. As a study of reviews shows, this is important for many buyers, since most synthetic fabrics are washed at this temperature. Samsung additionally sins with too long modes and sometimes a meager set of programs. And LG, on the contrary, stands out against their background with slightly better functionality - in some modes in the washing machines of this brand there is steam treatment, washing children's clothes with enhanced rinsing. There are also special programs for duvets, dark clothes.

Loading volume is one of the criteria that buyers pay attention to in the first place. It is purely individual - users determine the required capacity of the washing machine based on their preferences. All brands produce models of different sizes, but for an amount within 30,000 rubles it is not always possible to buy a machine with a large load. Indesit stands out favorably in this regard - among the selected models in terms of price and quality, one has a truly capacious drum. This is an Indesit BWSE 81082 L B with a capacity of 8 liters, and even at an attractive price of about 25,000 rubles. The choice of buyers is wide - in the assortment of the brand you can find cars of various sizes.

Good options are offered by manufacturers Electrolux and Haier - for moderate money you can buy a high-quality model with a load of 6-7 liters.But Hayers are usually narrower, which is why users sometimes think that their real volume is slightly less than the declared one. For most families, this is the best solution - the cars are roomy, but not yet too large in size. The LG range also includes washing machines with a drum up to 7 liters - among the models selected for comparison, this is the LG F-2H5HS6W at an affordable cost of about 28,000 rubles. Samsung has a little less - up to 6.5 liters. The Bosch brand loses somewhat in terms of loading volume. Most popular models up to 30,000 rubles, optimal in terms of price-quality ratio, have a capacity of only 5 kg. Really good washing machines with a larger load will already cost more.

Comparing the cost of the washing machines selected for comparison and their characteristics, we see that sometimes you don’t need to pay more for a good quality model. For example, Lji stands out favorably in all respects - at a low price, the company's models have sufficient capacity, many washing programs, spin class B, which means that the moisture content of the laundry after the cycle will not exceed 54%. Water consumption for washing depends on the capacity, but does not exceed 56 liters. A good option is the LG F-2H5HS6W. The model consumes only 48 liters of water, has 14 programs, spin class B.

Bosch, despite the fact that only models with a load of 5 kg are presented in comparison, pleases with a good set of programs, economical water consumption of 40-45 liters. The washing class, depending on the specific machine, can be B or C. B is better, but class C equipment does a pretty good job of spinning.

Hyer washing machines are distinguished by low water consumption with a large drum capacity. For example, an inexpensive model for 24,000 rubles Haier HW60-BP10929A only 35.5 liters is enough for a cycle. Samsung consumes a little more water with a similar drum volume - from 39 liters. In both cases, the washing class can be B or C.

Despite the fact that all the washing machines taken for comparison have the same washing efficiency class, some of them cope better with dirt. This can be tracked by user ratings. The highest score given by Bosch customers is 4.9. This assessment was received by the Bosch WLG 2426 W model, costing about 29,000 rubles.Typically, washing machines from a German company are not burdened with unnecessary programs and options; the manufacturer pays special attention to the quality of washing. These "workhorses" will easily cope with any pollution, although they will consume a little more electricity compared to models from other brands.

LG achieves high quality not with simplicity, but with the use of modern developments. The manufacturer's washing machines use the "6 movements of care" technology - the basic rotation is combined with additional algorithms - wiggle, twist, smooth, reverse rotation and saturation. The type of drum movement depends on the selected washing program. Judging by user reviews, this technology really works - most models are washed cleanly and rinsed thoroughly.

Samsung is distinguished by stable washing quality. Whichever model you choose, the result will be good. Washing machines of this brand often use bubble technology to easily penetrate the detergent particles into the fibers of the fabric. Noteworthy is the Samsung WF60F1R2E2W. At a very affordable cost of about 21,000 rubles, the described bubble technology is used in it. Indesit machines are praised by users for their ability to handle tough dirt. The special "stain removal" program works perfectly on any fabric. The other compared brands also cope with the task, but do not have any striking features.

Of the total mass of washing machines, Haier and Electrolux stand out in design. Both brands often make a large sunroof, and generally give attention to the appearance of all models. Hayer still looks more interesting - the manufacturer often uses gray shades and plays on the contrast of dark and light colors. Fans of non-standard solutions can pay attention to the Haier HW60-BP12758 - the model looks very unusual. Electrolux are somewhat similar, but have a more elegant design. You can evaluate it by the Electrolux PerfectCare 600 EW6S3R07SI model - a huge sunroof, a large display, but at the same time a discreet and neat look.

Some models of Samsung washing machines look somewhat unusual due to the presence of a separate hatch designed for reloading laundry. One of them is Samsung WW65K42E08W. But even standard models can hardly be called ordinary - contrasting colors, a large hatch and other interesting details can also be present in the design. Inexpensive LG models are simply aesthetic - neat, not cluttered with unnecessary details, they fit perfectly into any interior. Bosch and Indesit are not particularly chasing beauty, most models are quite standard, typical.

As we can see from the table, the warranty period for washing machines is often the same, but it may depend on the store. Manufacturers claim different service life, but usually these are just numbers that are completely dependent on the intensity of use. For reliability, it is best to focus on the reviews of users who purchased a washing machine several years ago.

Bosch models are considered the most reliable. The relative simplicity of design, good workmanship, quality factor increase the service life of these machines. Many models are available with a collapsible tank, which makes them more maintainable and greatly simplifies bearing replacement. This design feature is used in the inexpensive (about 23,000 rubles), but reliable Bosch WLG 20060 model. A collapsible tank can also be found in Samsung washing machines, in general they are reliable, but here it is better to read the reviews carefully, since this criterion is very strong from model to model. varies, which may depend on the build quality. A good option with a collapsible tank is Samsung WW65K42E08W.

Quite reliable washing machines are offered by LG and Electrolux. Many Electrolux models have full protection against leaks, they are safe in this regard, but users often complain about the quality of materials, mainly the thin metal of the case. Yes, and their tank is not collapsible, so in the event of a bearing failure, you will have to change it entirely.

Lji are reliable according to user reviews, but there are disadvantages - some models lack leakage protection, and there is no collapsible drum in any of them. But Haier has it, but the quality in general of these machines suffers - not the best assembly, weak rubber cuffs of the hatch. You may run into other problems as well. Indesit were once considered reliable and solid. They really worked for more than one decade, while Italy was the country of assembly. At the moment the quality is not the same.

To determine brand popularity, we analyzed the total number of requests for three models of each manufacturer in the Yandex search engine using the wordstat.yandex.ru service. LG washing machines turned out to be the most popular, and by a wide margin from competitors. The reasons are one of the few direct drive washing machines. In addition, users value modern technology and a wide range.The second place in popularity is confidently occupied by Haier, as a relatively young and technological brand offering narrow models with a large load.

Also, potential buyers are often interested in the Samsung brand. Perhaps because of the wide range, good quality and reliability of technology. Approximately at the same level in popularity are Bosch and Indesit, as the brands are proven, well-known to buyers. But Electrolux is the least searched, although the manufacturer's washing machines have good ratings from users.

Both in terms of user rating and the number of wins in the comparison criteria, the first place is confidently occupied by LG. In addition to a wide range, popularity, excellent characteristics, it performed well in terms of noise and washing quality.In second place, Samsung is not the absolute winner in any of the criteria, but in each of them it is far from last. If you need a reliable, practical machine with good washing quality, the brand is definitely worth paying attention to. The most solid, high-quality washing machines are manufactured by Bosch - this is indicated to us both by victories in important criteria and by high user ratings.

Haiers are good with quiet operation and modern design, but far from being the most reliable. Indesit washing machines are spacious, wash well, cope with difficult dirt, but work noisily. Models from Electrolux are functional, quiet, not bad in design, but not very well made. In general, they are largely inferior to the top three winners.