Whirlpool Cabrio Top Load Washer

• Care Control Temperature Management
• ENERGY STAR® Qualified
• 6th Sense™ Technology - Sensors determine the size of the load and precisely how much water is needed to clean it. Heat sensors then monitor the temperature, and make sure water is warmed gradually to make cleaning enzymes optimally effective.
• Stainless Steel Wash Drum
• Direct Inject Wash System - A highly concentrated dose of detergent is injected into fabrics, working to penetrate stains and pre-treat soil.
• 4 Temperature Selections
• Automatic Water Level Settings
• 7 Automatic Cycles
• Whitest Whites Cycle
• Add-A-Garment Indicator
• Estimated Time Remaining with Cycle Status Lights
• Quiet Wash Plus Noise Reduction
• Height 42"
• Width 28"
• Depth 27 1/4"

Hotpoint wd640

I have had this Hotpoint WD640 machine for over three years now and have had no problems whatsoever . It is on almost every single day, sometimes three or more times a day. It copes with delicate hand-wash items and muddy childrens clothing. I thoroughly recommend this machine and would happily buy another. Perhaps, as one reviewer pointed out, people only leave comment if they are unhappy.

Bad Points: There isn't a rinse and fast spin so if you wanted to do an extra rinse and fast spin you would have to do an extra 15min fast spin at the end of the rinse/spin programme. The auto dryer would go on forever! The dryer isn't the best but washer/dryers tend not to dry as well as stand-alone dryers.

Good Points: Quiet, washes excellently, easy to use, good delayed timer, great digital display which counts down the wash time and also lets you know what stage the washing is at, does hand wash items very well, good choice of programmes, easy to change wash temperature on every programme, 25 degree wash.

Whirlpool AWZ510E Washer & Dryer

Simple to use appliances that ensure excellent savings in time and energy and priced competitively can only be expected from the Whirlpool Company. Beautifully crafted in white colour the trendy Whirlpool AWZ510E Washer Dryer White is designed in dimensions of (H) 85 cm x (W) 59.5 cm x (D) 56cm.

Sturdy and Smart!
Rated ‘A’ in wash performance with its immensely smart technology to clean clothes, ‘C’ in energy rating, and ‘C’ in spin efficiency, excellent care for the clothes are assured. Facilitating 5 kilograms of wash load and 3 kilograms of drying, 1000-RPM spin speed requires much lesser time to complete the cycles.

The 19 numbers of programs include

• delicate wash program for lighter delicate clothes
• easy iron program to lessen creases when drying
• hand wash for clothes marked “hand wash only”
• rinse hold to remove clothes before spinning so as to avoid creasing
• wool program for woollen items
• variable spin to remove every droplet of water from the clothes
• delay timer to take advantage of the low electricity rates of the day
• super or extra rinse to remove every stubborn stain or dirt from precious clothes

The machine used cold water to wash clothes effectively without spoiling the texture of clothes. Quick wash program for a quick refreshment of clothes or for lightly soiled ones assures immense savings in power and energy while clothes are cleaned easily.

This front load Whirlpool appliance has wide opening door to facilitate easy and comfortable loading and removal of clothes. The stainless steel tube material has longer life and it can never ever damage precious clothes. Longer life even after rigorous usage makes this smart Whirlpool AWZ510E Freestanding Washer Dryer the ideal economical appliance that can be used without the help of manuals. Its 0 to 150 minutes drying time dries clothes of varied fabrics without much creases and crinkles and excellent results are assured. With the assurance of the company with 1-year guarantee on labour and parts, this machine weighing 80 kilograms also has spin imbalance correction that can redistribute loads automatically to protect the washer dryer.

LG Electronics WM3988HWA Washer/Dryer

The first combination washer/dryer with steam, the LG Electronics WM3988HWA is one of just a handful of models where washing and drying are both done in the same tub. We recommend this model, which is a novel machine for residences with limited space, only for homes where there is no possible way to vent a dryer.

The reason for this is simple. Although the WM3988HWA offers one-tub convenience, the dryer is challenging to use. As anyone familiar with condensation dryers knows, it takes a long time to dry clothing in this type of machine. Because the hot, moist air is not vented and relies instead on the condensation principle, a lot more time is needed to thoroughly dry a load.

Although we would suggest this model only for non-vented installations, it does have some unique features. These features may be of particular interest to you if a condensation unit is right for your home. LG's WM3988HWA is the first all-in-one model to feature a steam wash. Adding steam to a washer enables it to achieve heightened whiting without bleach. It also improves washer performance and may save on water and energy usage. Lastly, steam can be used to reduce wrinkles and refresh clothes without running them through an entire wash cycle. In fact, a refresh cycle can be run in as little as 20 minutes.

This washer offers LG's new Allergiene cycle. A cycle that is offered on this as well as other LG models, this setting activates a hot steam cycle that eliminates many allergens from fabrics. It works by heating the load with the added steam this model is designed to produce. For this reason, the Allergiene setting is available only on steam washers.

Both the steam concept and this all-in-one configuration are new to the market, making it difficult to access the long-term durability of this combo machine. We would consider purchase of the LG WM3988HWA cautiously for this reason and consider it for installations where a condensation dryer is the only alternative.


Pros: Uses steam to refresh and remove allergens, one tub does it all, many value-added features help justify high price
Cons: Dryer is slow, model uses lots of new and as yet unproven technology, an expensive option

How to Select Dryer

All dryers spin clothes around and blow hot air on them. How to select a dryer depends on your needs. The details are what drive the choice of a machine:

• Energy source: Whether you choose a gas dryer or an electric one will be based largely on what kind of hookup is available at the new dryer's location. Gas appliances usually cost slightly more initially, but tend to be more energy- efficient. A leading consumer affairs magazine estimates that a gas dryer costs 30 cents less per load to operate.
  
  
• Capacity: Since manufacturers define capacity differently, one "extra large" dryer might not be the same as another.When choosing what dryer to buy, compare capacity using the cubic foot measurement. If your space is limited, stackable washer-dryer units are available.

Coordinate the capacity of your dryer with that of your washer. You'll defeat the purpose of increased efficiency if you have a super-sized dryer but a washer that can only supply a half-capacity load (or vice-versa). The general rule is to have about twice as much capacity in the dryer than in the washer. So if you buy a 3.3 or 3.5 cu. ft. washer, you will need a 7 cu. ft. dryer. (You need more dryer space because the clothes need room to flop around.)

• Controls: As with washers, controls on dryers have become more sophisticated, yet easier to use. Digital displays and one-touch selection can be programmed and preset to meet your drying needs. For a simpler operation, choose dial or push-button controls.

• Temperature settings: Different fabrics require different drying times and temperatures. Your clothes will look newer longer, plus have fewer wrinkles, if they are dried using the correct settings. At a minimum, most machines offer "cotton" and "permanent press" settings, with "more dry" and "less dry" options. Choose a dryer with settings that meet your needs.
  
• A cool-down cycle will keep the drum spinning for a certain amount of time after the clothes are dry in order to prevent wrinkling.
  
  
• Noise level: Choose a quiet machine if your dryer will be in or near a living area. Some newer models have additional insulation and reinforced frames to reduce operating noise.
• Moisture sensors: While older dryers use thermostats or timers, newer models have moisture sensors that stop the cycle when the humidity in the drum falls below a certain level. This prevents over-drying and extends the life of your garments. This feature can also make ironing easier and save energy.
• Drying rack: This feature allows you to dry heavier or bulkier items — such as canvas shoes — without tumbling.
• Drum light: Socks and other small items can "disappear" in the back of the machine. A drum light makes it easier to find them.
  
  
• Lint filter: Higher-end models have sensors that warn you when the lint filter is blocked. Whichever model you choose, make sure to vent the dryer properly and clean the lint filter regularly to avoid a risk of fire.