Which German washing machines are better: a comparative review of popular manufacturers

A washing machine is the best assistant for any housewife who has long since forgotten about the grueling hand washing of large quantities of dirty laundry. Therefore, you want it to be reliable, durable and cope with its responsibilities perfectly, don’t you agree?

This is exactly what German washing machines are recognized for, represented on the domestic market by four world-famous brands. What is remarkable about units from Germany, which device should you prefer? All these points are described in detail in the article.

We have compiled a rating of the best German-made offers, described the technical features, competitive advantages and disadvantages of products from different companies, and also noted what users think about the operation and ease of use of such units.

Quality and availability of washing machines from Poland

Hansa is the main manufacturer operating in this state.

This company deals not only with washing machines, but also with the production of other types of household appliances. Reasonable prices and functionality will only please future buyers. Let's consider the characteristics of at least one of the available models.

Navigator PG 5080B712: description

Navigator is the name of a whole series, which consists of models that are interesting in appearance and characteristics. The header model has the following features:

1. Support for 3D Wash System technology.
2. A drum with a certain level of inclination equal to 5 degrees.
3. During washing, the impact on the laundry is carried out both vertically and horizontally.
4. Water is distributed evenly over the entire surface, does not flow out or flow.
5. 15 programs for organizing the washing process.

Additionally, imbalance in the system, foam production, and overloads are monitored. If an emergency occurs, the running process can be easily stopped. Control – with electronic display, supports Russian language. The display shows all information related to the running washing process.

The display also helps to understand why a particular breakdown occurred. The variety of functionality makes this model one of the best purchases.

How to distinguish a fake?

• Pay attention to the price. Compare with offers on the market. If a model that costs 50,000 rubles is sold for 20,000 rubles, there’s probably something fishy going on here.
• Check the documents. Original SMAs brought from Germany are accompanied by high-quality documentation in Russian.
• Ask for quality certificates. Find out in advance what they look like and what should be written there. All goods officially imported from abroad must be certified.
• Assess the level of the outlet. You can't buy good equipment from a bad store. Buying in a hypermarket is not a guarantee, but it is still better than a basement store.

Italian production: quality guarantee

Many, if they haven’t used Italian cars themselves, have probably at least heard about them from friends and relatives. And this country produces products that remain among the most in demand on the market. There are many reasons for this.

Whirlpool

In this area, Whirlpool is one of the most sought-after companies. Surely many have seen advertising from this brand.

Recently, the manufacturer released a new line of equipment, which was designated Carizma. Assembly is carried out on the territory of Naples. In total, the model range consists of six design options. The differences between them are minimal. For example, they relate to the LCD display, touch control, spin intensity.

Two types of products from the manufacturer are recognized as the most advanced:

• Aquasream 1400,
• Aquasream 1200.

The numbers in this case become a designation of the number of revolutions during spinning. The name itself also contains the concept of “washing using steam”. Thanks to the support of such modern technologies, the equipment copes well even with heavily soiled laundry. But the steam enters the drum carefully, so the items themselves are not subject to serious wear. Therefore, you can use the intensive treatment mode, even when there are delicate fabrics inside.

There is also a steam processing function, which also gives customers several advantages:

1. Disinfection.
2. Removing unpleasant odors.
3. Refreshing everyday clothes.

And such functions become available even if the washing process itself does not start. To do this, you just need to click on the Refresh button.

There is another feature called the “Sixth Sense”. Thanks to it, you can save on the consumption of water and cleaning products. The device itself chooses how many resources should be used in a particular case.

The best European brands - review of models

Our customers appreciate European assembly, but it also lends itself to a certain gradation among consumers. For buyers, it is not only the fact that the equipment was produced in Europe that is important, but also the specific country. German-made washing machines are most valued. But besides Germany, SMA is also collected in Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Sweden and other countries of the Eurocontinent.

Hansa ProWash WHP7121D5BSS - from Poland

Hansa is one of the popular German brands that supply inexpensive household appliances to the Russian market. SMA is collected in Poland. But Hansa also has production facilities in China and Turkey, so when purchasing a Hansa device, you need to check the country in which it is assembled.

Free-standing, front-loading SMA. A relatively inexpensive model by European standards. There is a backlit digital display. Control in a classic style - using regular buttons and a rotary switch. There is a timer with which the wash is postponed for a certain time.

• Capacity: 7 kg.
• Drying: no.
• Water consumption: 45 l per cycle.
• Spin speed: 1200 rpm.
• Number of programs: 16 pcs. (including economical, for jeans, black clothes, sportswear, outerwear, fast, preliminary, stain removal program, steam).
• Energy efficiency class: A+++.
• Washing/spin classes: A/B.
• Safety: partial protection against leaks, child protection, imbalance and foam level control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x50x85 cm.
• Noise (wash/spin): 54/76 dB.
• Weight: 61 kg.

Pros:

• Low noise level. The tank is made of plastic - this is one of the factors reducing the noise level.
• Quite a large loading hatch. Diameter - 33 cm.
• There is a self-cleaning drum - thanks to this function, there is no unpleasant odor inside the machine and mold does not grow.
• Combines compactness with drum capacity.
• Cleans things well.
• Steam washing improves the quality of washing and disinfects.

Minuses:

• Long programs.
• No wash program at 90°C.

"Hansa" are economical - they consume a minimum of water and electricity, operate quietly, are easy to operate and can last for many years even with intensive use.

Bosch WIW 24340 - from Germany

Bosch is the largest German brand. Production facilities are scattered throughout the world. SMAs are produced in Germany, China and Russia, as well as in European countries - Slovenia and Poland. Our customers value German assembly most of all, the countries of Eastern Europe come in second place, and the superpowers Russia and China close the ranking.

This model is made in Germany. Built-in frontal SMA. There are no ordinary mechanical buttons here; the controls are touch-sensitive. The tank is made of durable plastic. On the control panel there is an LED display, which displays information about the progress of the process, time until the end of the cycle and other information.

• Capacity: 7 kg.
• Drying: no.
• Water consumption: 50 l per cycle.
• Spin speed: 1200 rpm.
• Number of programs: 14 pcs. (including economy wash, night cycle, mixed fabrics, super rinse, quick, pre-wash, stain removal program).
• Energy efficiency class: A+++.
• Washing/spin classes: A/B.
• Safety: complete protection against leaks, child protection, imbalance and foam level control.
• Noise level (wash/spin): 42/66 dB.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x57x82 cm.
• Weight: 76 kg.

Pros:

• High level of safety - complete protection against leaks.
• There is a drum light.
• It works very quietly. Thanks also to the brushless EcoSilence Drive motor. In night mode, the device is even quieter.
• Saves resources. SMA automatically dispenses water - taking into account the weight of the laundry and the type of fabric.
• VarioDrum installed. Its surface is covered with drop-shaped protuberances. This solution ensures soft sliding of the laundry and minimal wear of the fabrics.
• Speed ​​Eco program - speeds up washing.

Users did not find any disadvantages with this model. On the contrary, as they use it, they discover more and more new capabilities of their assistant. Bosch WIW 24340 is a worthy representative of German quality. Bosch SMAs assembled in Germany last 15–20 years. Their cost is not lower than the middle segment, from 30–50 thousand rubles and above.

Electrolux EWT 1062 IFW – Polish assembly

Electrolux is a well-known Swedish brand that produces a wide variety of household appliances. There are enterprises in China, Turkey, and many European countries. Washing machines are assembled in Italy, Poland, France, and there is also production in Ukraine.

A compact device with a medium load - it can easily fit into the tightest bathroom. Control is carried out by a rotary knob and touch buttons, there is a digital display.

Options:

• Capacity: 6 kg.
• Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
• Number of programs: 14 pcs. (including Delicate, Economical, Wool, Silk, Nightwear, Sportswear and others).
• Energy efficiency class: A++.
• Washing/spin classes: A/C.
• Safety: partial protection against leaks, child lock, imbalance and foam level control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 40x60x89 cm.
• Noise level (wash/spin) - 57/74 dB.
• Additionally: wheels on the body for moving, programs for curtains and shirts.

Pros:

• Convenient, intuitive controls.
• Compact body dimensions.
• Excellent wash.
• The cuvette is easy to clean – just remove and wash.

Minuses:

• Short hoses and short power cord.
• The display does not show the remaining time until the end of the wash.
• There is no auto-parking of the drum (when it stops with the doors up, you need to tighten it manually).

Whirlpool FWSG 71053 WV - American Flag

With Whirlpool it’s the other way around; it’s not a European brand—it’s an American one. But washing machines are made in Slovakia. Today, the Whirlpool Group includes such well-known brands as Indesit, Hotpoint and other “Europeans”.

FWSG 71053 WV is a narrow, free-standing, side-loading machine. The control panel has a digital display, regular buttons and a rotary knob.

• Capacity: 7 kg.
• Drying: no.
• Water consumption: 49 l per cycle.
• Spin speed: 1000 rpm.
• Number of programs: 13 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, economical, for jeans, sportswear, down items, program for mixed fabrics, pre-wash, steam).
• Energy efficiency class: A+++.
• Washing/spin classes: A/C.
• Safety: partial protection against leaks, child protection, imbalance and foam level control.
• Noise level (wash/spin): 62/83 dB.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x44x84 cm.
• Weight: 64.3 kg.

Advantages:

• 6th Sense technology - automatically sets the optimal temperature and water flow. An individual program is selected for each item of clothing and each fabric at all stages - from soaking to rinsing.
• FreshCare+ technology. Allows you to delay the removal of laundry for a certain time - up to 6 hours. The device will maintain the freshness of washed laundry.
• There is steam refreshment. You can refresh lightly soiled T-shirts - it’s more economical and gentle than express washing.
• Very high quality rinsing, including bulky and dense items.

Flaws:

• If the floor surface is uneven, the device will make noise. There is a solution to the problem - call a technician and level the car.

Excellent price for a machine of this class. High-quality washing, an individual approach to things, quiet operation - this machine from an American brand worthily represents European quality.

Features of the production of washing machines

Reputable brands try to give preference to countries where there is a workforce with a high level of skills, but with low wages. The launch of factories itself is quite a serious undertaking. Only special people who have undergone additional training are responsible for debugging production lines and all processes. Each enterprise must undergo certification according to international standards. Until the end of this process, no one launches anything, even if everything is ready.

One plant can produce products belonging to several brands at once. This applies to both budget options and premium ones.

For Bosch and Siemens alone, assembly is carried out in several countries:

1. China.
2. France.
3. Poland.
4. Spain.
5. Germany.
6. Türkiye.

At the same time, European technology is almost as good in quality as its counterparts from Asia. Sometimes they are superior to available models from other companies. Especially when it comes to introducing new technologies. Samsung, LG, DAEWOO are Asian brands that have managed to become leaders in their segment. Chinese manufacturers are also becoming more and more famous, among them Gree, Haier, TCL. Direct drive together with inverter technologies are solutions that first appeared in Asian countries.

We must also remember that the production of spare parts and components can be established in one country, and the assembly of the entire unit in another. Then it is difficult to say for sure who exactly is responsible for creating the technology. The main thing is that only professionals with sufficiently high qualifications do this.

Distinctive features of washing machines from Germany

Even during the times of the Soviet Union, there was an opinion on its territory that equipment from Europe, and in particular from Germany, was the best among analogues. In the post-Soviet space, this opinion has remained virtually unchanged, and remains unchanged today.

The reason is very simple: among the Chinese and domestically assembled household appliances that have flooded the market, German appliances stand out for their genuine quality. In addition, German brands are distinguished by thoughtful functionality, stylish appearance, efficiency and practicality.

Well-known companies that have been making a name for themselves for decades are ready to be responsible for every sample of their products, which cannot be said about brands from other countries that have appeared on the market relatively recently.

Washing machines from Germany are distinguished by their laconic design, thoughtful functionality, the latest technologies and the highest quality of assembly and components.

Turkish, Chinese, Korean equipment is more affordable, but cannot boast of high quality of both assembly and components.