9 best front-loaded washing machines

Front-mounted washing machines are the most recognizable form factor of modern automatic washing machines. It is they who have the characteristic round "window", which is also a door with a seal on the front of the machine. Expertex Exper.com studied the characteristics of many modern frontal models of this type and prepared for you a rating of the best solutions in three price categories.

Ranking of the best front-loading washing machines

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive frontal washing machines - a budget of up to 15,000 rubles	1	Indesit BWSA 61051	13 289 ₽
	2	Hotpoint-Ariston VMSL 501 B	-
	3	BEKO WKB 51001 M	10 918 ₽
The best frontal washing machines in terms of price-quality ratio - a budget of up to 40,000 rubles	1	Samsung WW80K42E06W	25 667 ₽
	2	Bosch WLT 24440	-
	3	Asko W6444 ALE	39 900 ₽
The best front-end washing machines of premium class - a budget of up to 90,000 rubles	1	Asko W6884 W	72 900 ₽
	2	Miele WKB 120 CHROMEEDITION	84 900 ₽
	3	Electrolux EWF 1408 WDL2	64 749 ₽

The best inexpensive frontal washing machines - a budget of up to 15,000 rubles

Let's start with the lowest price segment - front-loading washing machines for up to 15 thousand rubles. General specifications for the first three front-mounted washing machines are as follows:

1. narrow form factor;

2. freestanding installation type;

3. electronic intelligent control;

4. drying is not provided;

5. white body color;

6. tank material - plastic;

7. the ability to adjust the spin speed until canceled;

8. imbalance control;

9. foam level control;

10. partial leakage protection on the body;

11. child protection;

12. possibility of manual selection of the washing temperature.

Indesit BWSA 61051

Rating: 4.8

Washing machines of the Italian brand Indesit BWSA 61051 are assembled in Russia. This is the most capacious frontal model in this group with a load of 6 kg of linen. Its dimensions are 60x43x85 cm, weight - 62.5 kg. Loading hatch with a diameter of 30 cm.

The machine is energy efficient enough (class "A +" with a consumption of 0.17 kWh / kg), washing efficiency class - "A", spin - "C". Spin speed - up to 1000 revolutions per minute. Nominal water consumption for washing - 49 l. There is a compartment for liquid powder.

The functionality of the washing machine includes 16 main programs, including: washing delicate fabrics, cost-effective, preventing creasing, washing sportswear, downy things, super-rinsing, quick, preliminary, stain removal program. There is a program of washing wool. Start any program can be delayed with a timer up to 9 hours.

The nominal loudness of the machine is 61 dB in the washing mode and 83 dB in the spin mode.

Hotpoint-Ariston VMSL 501 B

Rating: 4.7

The second number in our rating - washing machines of the Italian brand Hotpoint-Ariston VMSL 501 B - are assembled in Russia. The dimensions of the unit case are 60x35x85 cm, made in a “mass” design for this kind of technology. The maximum load of linen - 5 kg. The loading door opens to 180 degrees.

In terms of electricity consumption, this model is the most economical - an exceptionally high class “A +++”. The washing efficiency class is “A”, wringing out - “C”. Spin speed - up to 1000 revolutions per minute.

16 basic washing programs are offered, including the following: economical, fast, prewash, delicate items, anti-crease function, super-rinse, program for children's clothes and stain removal, program for washing wool. Any program can be delayed on start up to 24 hours.

The strength of this washing machine - anti-allergic properties, it is directly noted by many users.

BEKO WKB 51001 M

Rating: 4.6

Frontal washing machines BEKO WKB 51001 M are produced in Russia. In this category, this is the only model that comes with a removable cover for embedding. Initially, the car - a separate type. Case dimensions - 60x37x85 cm, weight - 51 kg. The maximum load of linen - 5 kg.

In terms of energy efficiency, the machine belongs to the class “A +” (0.17 kWh per kg), the washing efficiency class is “A”, and the spin class is “C”. Water consumption at par in the washing machine is up to 41 liters. The speed of rotation of the drum during the spin cycle is up to 1000 revolutions per minute.

Some users have small complaints about the functionality of BEKO WKB 51001 M. Indeed, only 13 main programs are implemented here, including economical, preliminary and fast washing, super-rinsing, programs separately for wool and for delicate items. But the main advantage of this frontal model is the most affordable price even in a group of budget options, and limited functionality is done to suit the price compromise.

Other things being equal, this machine is quite quiet, especially when compared with the Indesit BWSA 61051: the volume of work in the washing mode is 59 dB, the spinning is up to 72 dB.

The best frontal washing machines in terms of price-quality ratio - a budget of up to 40,000 rubles

The second group of washing machines in our rating represents the “golden mean” in terms of the ratio of functionality, quality and cost. General specifications for all three front models are as follows:

1. freestanding installation type;

2. electronic intelligent control;

3. drying is not provided;

4. white body color;

5. the ability to manually set the spin speed;

6. child protection;

7. complete leakage protection (except Samsung WW80K42E06W);

8. imbalance control;

9. foam level control;

10. the ability to manually set the temperature of the wash.

Samsung WW80K42E06W

Rating: 4.9

Washing machines of the South Korean brand Samsung WW80K42E06W assemble at the Samsung plant in Russia. Its capacity is the largest in the group - 8 kg, similar only to Asko W6444 ALE. Case dimensions - 60x45x85 cm, weight - 55 kg. On the front panel is a digital display.

A notable feature of this washing machine is the presence of some special functions that give the typewriter additional benefits. This is the ability to control modes from a smartphone, direct drive and exceptional energy efficiency (class “A +++”, consumption 0.15 kWh per kg). The washing efficiency class is “A”, wringing out - “B”. Nominal water consumption is up to 48 liters, the speed of rotation of the drum during spinning is up to 1200 revolutions per minute. Unlike the other two models in the group, only partial leakage protection is implemented here (over the case).

The user has a choice of 14 basic programs, including the following: washing wool, children's clothing, delicate fabrics, black things, downy things, as well as preliminary, fast, soaking, steaming, super-rinsing. Separately implemented a super-bubble wash function. At the end of any program the machine will give an acoustic signal.

The Samsung WW80K42E06W is pretty quiet and stable, not least thanks to the direct drive. The nominal volume in the washing mode is 53 dB, in the spin mode - up to 74 dB.

Additional useful options: ceramic heater, careful handling of bed linen, Swirl Drum drum, self-cleaning function.

Bosch WLT 24440

Rating: 4.8

German front washing machines Bosch WLT 24440 assembled in China. Despite the fact that the dimensions of the unit are almost identical to the previous model - 60x44x85 cm - the maximum load is only 5.5 kg. In contrast, the machine has a number of other important advantages. Made in a classic modern design. Loading hatch with a diameter of 32 cm. Modes are displayed on a digital display with a spectacular backlight.

In terms of energy efficiency, the Bosch WLT 24440 is noticeably weaker than the previous model, but still it belongs to a very high class “A +” (consumption 0.17 kWh per kg). The washing efficiency class is “A”, wringing out - “B”. Nominal water flow - 39 l. The speed of rotation of the drum during the spin cycle is up to 1200 revolutions per minute.

The functionality of the machine is represented by a variety of programs: preliminary, economical, super-rinse, washing jeans, children's clothing, delicate fabrics, wool, silk. Provides a function to prevent crushing things and direct injection. Start can be delayed to days with a simple timer. On completion of the program reports the acoustic signal.

There is one engineering flaw in this washing machine - open and close the loading door should be without undue effort on the handle, otherwise the latter has the ability to easily break.

Asko W6444 ALE

Rating: 4.7

Washing machines of the Swedish trademark Asko W6444 ALE are produced in Slovenia. This is a model with a large load - 8 kg, as in the case of the Samsung WW80K42E06W, but with other dimensions - 60x59x85 cm. The loading hatch with a diameter of 31 cm. The tank material is stainless steel. Concrete counterweights are used for maximum stability in this washing machine.

As well as Samsung WW80K42E06W, this model belongs to the highest energy efficiency class - “A +++”. The efficiency class of washing and spinning is “A”. Energy consumption - 0.13 kWh per kilogram. Nominal water flow - 65 l. The speed of rotation of the drum during spinning - up to 1400 revolutions per minute.

In the framework of the presented functional, 10 main programs were implemented: delicate fabrics, sportswear, wool, stain removal, super-rinse, pre-wash and fast. There is a compartment for liquid detergent. Any program can be delayed with a timer for up to 24 hours. Modes are displayed on the digital display of the control panel.

Nominal noise in the model in washing mode - 54 dB, in spin mode - 75 dB.

The best front-end washing machines of premium class - a budget of up to 90,000 rubles

And at the end of our rating, we consider three top-end models of the premium class. These are quite expensive cars, but a number of their features regarding functionality, convenience and quality, more than justify the price.

General specifications for all three front-mounted washing machines the following:

1. freestanding installation type;

2. drying is not provided;

3. electronic intelligent control;

4. mostly white body color;

5. ability to select spin speed or cancel;

6. partial protection against leakage of water (in Asko W6884 W - full protection);

7. imbalance control;

8. foam level control;

9. selection of water temperature;

10. delayed start function;

11. Child protection (except Asko W6884 W).

Asko W6884 W

Rating: 5.0

Washing machines known Swedish brand Asko W6884 W produced in Slovenia. Maximum load - 8 kg of linen. Dimensions - 60x59x85 cm. Charging hole with a diameter of 31 cm. The tank is made of stainless steel. This is the only model in the top three, which implemented a full six-fold protection against leakage AquaBlockSystem.

The energy class of this unit is “A ++” (0.15 kWh per kilogram), the efficiency class of washing and spinning is “A”. Water consumption averages up to 65 liters. The speed of rotation of the drum during the spin cycle is up to 1800 revolutions per minute.

The functionality of the machine is represented by a variety of programs: soaking, quick or prewash, large amount of water mode, sportswear, delicate fabrics, wool, stain removal program, super-rinse. There is a function to prevent creasing. Modes are displayed on a text display with backlighting on the control panel. Asko W6884 W also allows you to create and save individual washing programs in memory.

This is one of the quietest washing machines in our ranking. In washing mode, its volume does not exceed 46 dB, and in spin mode - up to 75 dB.

Miele WKB 120 CHROMEEDITION

Rating: 4.9

Washing machines of the German brand Miele WKB 120 CHROMEEDITION are produced in Germany itself. In this model, there is a feature - although initially the type of installation in it is free-standing, there is a removable cover included in the delivery set. General dimensions of the machine - 60x65x85 cm. Maximum load - 8 kg of linen. Tank material - stainless steel. An important structural moment - in this model, the boot hatch opens to the right.

Miele WKB 120 CHROMEEDITION is even more economical in terms of energy consumption than the previous model, belongs to the class "A +++". Classes of effectiveness of washing and spin - "A". The speed of rotation of the drum during spinning - up to 1600 revolutions per minute.

The functionality of the machine includes a complete list of the main processing modes of linen, which are familiar to the mass user: programs for wool, silk, delicate fabrics, black clothes, sportswear and outerwear, jeans, washing in a large volume of water, quick washing, soaking, stain removal program. Programs and modes are displayed on a text display. At the end of the program a beep sounds.

Useful options: impregnation function, touch keys, PIN-code control lock, backlit cell drum, container for liquid detergent.

Electrolux EWF 1408 WDL2

Rating: 4.8

Washing machines Electrolux EWF 1408 WDL2 produced in Italy. This is the most capacious model among the machines of the premium segment in our rating. Its maximum load is 10 kg. Dimensions - 60x61x85 cm. Tank material - plastic. The design of the motor system uses a direct drive.

Like the previous frontal model, the Electrolux EWF 1408 WDL2 belongs to the highest energy class - “A +++” (consumption 0.113 kWh per kg). The washing efficiency class is “A”, wringing out - “B”. The speed of rotation of the drum during spinning - up to 1400 revolutions per minute.

The machine is equipped with a direct injection system. A wide range of typical programs is offered: for wool, for delicate fabrics, jeans and sportswear, economy washing, fast, preliminary, steaming.

Thanks to the direct drive Electrolux EWF 1408 WDL2 extremely quiet in wash mode - no more than 51 dB. In spin mode, the volume can increase to a limit of 76 dB.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.