Compact front-loading washing machines

Living in an apartment with a cramped kitchen and a small bathroom, you will inevitably think about which washing machine to buy. Such a machine should not only fit in a limited space, but also perform all its functions efficiently. In this case, compact models of front-loading machines become an appropriate option. What kind of washing machines they are, what are their features, what brands they are - we’ll talk about this.

Dimensions

In most cases, sales consultants divide all washing machines into: full-size, narrow (super-heavy) and compact. Some sellers call compact narrow models of cars, which in our opinion is not accurate. That is why you need to immediately say which cars will be discussed in this article.

So, if a full-size washer has a height of 80-85 cm, a width of 55-60 cm, and a depth of 55-60 cm, then compact models should be an order of magnitude smaller. This means that small washing machines have the following dimensions:

• height up to 79 cm;
• width up to 50 cm;
• depth up to 50 cm.

Important! So that the seller deliberately does not sell you a narrow washing machine as compact, take a tape measure with you to the store and measure the dimensions of the equipment, this is how you check whether it suits you or not.

Advantages and disadvantages

The undeniable advantage of compact washers is their size. Thanks to this, such washing machines are installed not only in the kitchen, but also in the bathroom under the sink. Some manage to put a typewriter in the toilet. This technique is easy to hide in a closet.

Compact washing machines consume less water and energy, which makes them economical.

However, there are more drawbacks to such machines than advantages, they should be paid special attention to:

• firstly, the drum volume of such washers does not exceed 4.5 kg, which does not give you the opportunity to wash a large duvet or down jacket;
• secondly, the price of such machines is still high, for the same money you can purchase an aggregate with the best characteristics only full-size;
• thirdly, the choice of compact cars is very limited, you still need to search to find what you need;
• fourthly, in doubt the quality of washing, spin and other characteristics in these machines, it is worth noting the complexity of their repair;
• fifthly, when installing and connecting this type of machine under the sink, a special siphon and sink are required, and this is an additional cost.

Ordinary mini cars

Well, now let's see what manufacturers can boast of the presence of compact washing machines. The leader in this regard is a Swiss company. EuroSoba, which offers the following machine models:

• EuroSoba 600 is a small machine with a load of only 3 kg of dry laundry. Its exact dimensions (WxDxH) are 46x45x68 cm. It spends about 50 liters of water for one wash cycle. Squeezes at 600 rpm.
• EuroSoba 1000 is another compact washing machine for 3 kg of laundry. Differs from the previous spin speed of 1000 rpm.
• EuroSoba 1100 - this model is designed for the same load as the two previous models of machines, only spin at 1100 rpm.

Note! The tank of Swiss washing machines is made of stainless steel. Such cars are expensive, and therefore almost not in demand among the Russian consumer.

Compact washing machines are offered by such a well-known manufacturer as Electrolux, these are models:

• Electrolux EWC 1150 - This machine is designed to load 3 kg. Its size (WxDxH) is 50x52x67 cm. The laundry is wrung out at a speed of 1100 rpm. Less in the absence of protection from children and from leaks.
• Electrolux EWC 1350 is a washing machine that does not wash more than 3 kg of laundry. It has good protection. Squeezes the laundry at 1300 rpm. Its dimensions (WxDxH) - 50x51x67 cm.

Italian manufacturers Zanussi offer a compact model Zanussi FCS 1020 C, it is not much different from competitors. Drum loading up to 3 kg, spin speed 1000 rpm. Its width is 50 cm, depth 52 cm, height 67 cm. But here it costs much cheaper than other representatives of this class.

Compact technology with dryer

Some are interested in not just small-sized washing machines, but machines with a drying function. And here it must be said that the most compact units have a depth of 41 to 45 cm, a width of 50 to 60 cm and a height of 81 to 85 cm. These dimensions correspond to narrow washing machines.

Here are some models of small front-loading washing machines with a drying function:

• Candy GVW 264 DC - a machine with loading up to 6 kg and drying up to 4 kg. This is not only a compact model, but also the cheapest. With dimensions (WxDxH) 60x44x85 cm, she copes well with her tasks. Has 12 washing modes.
• LG F-12U1HDM1N is a front-loading machine capable of washing 7 kg of dry laundry and drying 4 kg. There are 5 drying modes and 14 washing programs. In general, a washing machine is good, which will cost about 50 thousand rubles.
• Samsung WD806U2GAGD - washer-dryer with a load of up to 8 kg for washing and 4 kg for drying. The model can be considered compact, while its functionality is impressive. Economical in energy consumption. But there is a minus, the lack of full protection against leaks. Yes, and this model is more expensive than competitors.

As you can see, depending on the functionality, compact washing machines can have different sizes. Models with a depth and width of less than 50 cm will have a modest set of programs. But sometimes even a minimum is enough to do the laundry.