Not every person has the opportunity to buy a good apartment with the number of rooms he needs and with a spacious bathroom. The last point is the most important, since there are very few apartments with normal bathrooms. Therefore, some people are forced to deny themselves the purchase of a washing machine. But it’s not at all necessary to limit yourself - a low washing machine under the sink will help out. In this review, we will discuss what the technique of this class is and what are its main features and characteristics.
Features of low washing machines
A mini washing machine under the sink is a small class of household appliances designed for operation in small bathrooms. Traditional devices have an average height in the range of 80-85 cm, a width of 60 cm and a depth of 60 to 33 cm. Vertical washing machines are somewhat knocked out of this slender row, characterized by a width of 40 cm, a height of 80-85 cm and a depth of about 60 cm. But for some bathrooms (and kitchens), even this is too much - finding so much free space to accommodate a washing machine can be difficult.
The way out of the situation is a washing machine under the sink. This category includes extremely compact and low height washing machines. There are very few of them, but they can be put into the smallest niche up to 70 cm high and even lower. Some models have a height of up to 60 cm, making them suitable for use in small bathrooms.
A small washing machine under the sink is almost in no way inferior to its "older" counterparts. Let's look at the main features of this technique:
- Lack of pre-soaking in some models - in order to save space, a double tray is used here, and not a triple one, as in traditional machines;
- Reduced dimensions on all sides - necessary in order to hide the washing machine in the bathroom under the sink;
- Almost full functionality - yes, there are additional rinses and a full set of programs.
The disadvantage is the limited capacity, not even reaching 5 kg - most models of low washing machines can hold 3.5-4 kg of laundry.
Popular Models
Let's make the simplest rating of washing machines under the sink, which includes the most popular models. There are not very many of them, so we will go through almost all the units available for sale. By the way, among them we will not find models from Bosch or LG - in any case, they are not produced today.. An under-sink built-in washing machine is another unavailable option, as a thorough search for a similar model has not led to anything. Therefore, we will focus on the found specimens.
Candy Aquamatic 1D835-07
If somewhere on the Internet there are similar ratings of low washing machines, then this model will also take first place with a 99% probability. So, we have one of the most popular devices on the Russian market. The model is designed for 3.5 kg of laundry, which is quite a common indicator for machines from this category. The spin speed is up to 800 rpm, so it is simply impossible to count on the ideal dryness of the clothes and linen taken out of the drum. But maximum dryness is not necessary here.
There is no complete protection against leaks on board, only partial. Management is electronic, but without an information display, which is not very convenient. The set of working programs includes 16 modes, including a pre-wash.If you do not like the minimum amount of water in the drum, Kandy's low washing machine will please you with a washing program in a large amount of water. The diameter of the loading door is standard 30 cm.
Zanussi FSC 1020 C
Before us is a typical narrow and low washing machine under the sink in the bathroom. Due to the fact that it is low, it can easily fit under a special washstand. The capacity of the drum is only 3 kg, with a large amount of laundry, several washing cycles will have to be carried out. But here there is a faster spin - it is performed at speeds up to 1000 rpm, and it is regulated depending on user preferences. In one cycle, the low-slung under-basin washing machine consumes 0.17 kW of electricity and only 39 liters of water.
Consumers are offered a wide range of programs, including a mode for washing wool and delicate fabrics.Therefore, this washing machine is no different from its full-fledged (in size) counterparts. The only complaint will be the lack of child protection - given the small height of the machine, even the smallest child can reach the level of the controls.
Eurosoba 600
In an effort to create small-sized household appliances, some manufacturers go to extremes. An ordinary washing machine under the washbasin takes up a minimum of space and does not create discomfort in the choice of programs. The Eurosoba 600 also boasts of its compactness, but for some reason the control panel is placed on the upper plane - consider it on the top cover. And if you install this low washing machine under the sink, access to the controls will be difficult.
But that's not all - the strangeness of the device does not end there. The thing is that the maximum spin speed in the Eurosoba low washing machine is only 600 rpm. At the same time, in one wash cycle, it spends as much as 50 liters of water and 0.43 kW of electricity - and some full-size devices can boast of greater efficiency. There is also no child protection.But the body of this machine is galvanized, with hardy powder coating.
Daewoo Electronic DWD-CV701JC
Before us is one of the most unusual washing machines in the world. Yes, it is low, narrow and shallow. The capacity of its drum is 3 kg, the spin speed is up to 700 rpm. It can really be installed under the sink, or rather, screwed to the wall. The washing machine turned out to be unusually compact, it is even smaller than all the machines discussed above. For the fact that it turned out to be low and shallow, I had to pay with limited functionality - there are only 6 laundry programs on board. Other features:
- Child protection;
- Self-diagnosis;
- Surge protection;
- Remaining time counter.
Disadvantages - you can not select the spin speed, there is no delay start.
Zanussi FCS825C
Before us is another low washing machine from a well-known brand that fits easily under the sink. In addition, she has earned the title of the cheapest model - its cost is only 25 thousand rubles. The drum of the device holds 3 kg of laundry, the extraction is carried out at a speed of up to 800 rpm. Users can choose from 16 different programs for different types of fabric. The noise level is surprisingly low - only 53 dB in the main wash and 68 in the spin cycle. The temperature adjustment range is from +30 to +90 degrees.
There is no complete protection against leaks in the Zanussi low washing machine, as there is no protection against children and a self-diagnosis system - this is probably due to the low price. The loading hatch here is very small, its diameter is only 23 cm.Also, there is no display on board that would show the time remaining until the end of the current wash cycle.
Candy Aqua 2D1040-07
It is impossible to find a low under-sink washing machine with a 5 kg drum. But we found another popular low model from Candy. Please note that this manufacturer is a leader in the production of compact models.And the purchase of this sample will turn out to be a solid cost savings for you - the machine costs about 18-19 thousand rubles. For this money, you get a device with a drum for 4 kg of laundry and spinning at speeds up to 1000 rpm (adjustable).
The appearance of an information display on board will be an undoubted advantage - with its help it is convenient to track how much time is left until the end of the running cycle. Despite the fact that the washing machine is quite low, they did not touch the diameter of the loading hatch, here we see the standard 30 cm. From the functionality, it should be noted that there is a long delay in starting - up to 24 hours. It is also possible to speed up the wash by skipping extra rinses.
Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07
The Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07 low washing machine is endowed with a drum that can hold up to 4 kg of laundry. You can’t wash puffy jackets here, but in most cases this is not necessary. But the machine will be a real discovery for owners of small apartments. Its distinguishing feature is a high-speed spin at 1100 rpm, with the ability to select the speed at your discretion. Linen from such a baby comes out almost dry, the combination of speed and spaciousness is optimal here. In addition, the model turned out to be economical - in terms of energy consumption, it belongs to the A + class.
The Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07 low washing machine was not offended by the functionality - many programs are implemented here, including those with the ability to wash in cold water. For the convenience of users, a 24-hour delay timer is provided on board.Unbalance control, child protection and washing temperature selection are also implemented. If not for the miniature drum, then we would have a full-fledged "adult" washing machine.
Eurosoba 1100 Sprint
Before your eyes is the last low washing machine from our review. Unfortunately, again with the top location of the control panel, but with a normal spin at 1100 rpm (adjustable). The capacity of the drum is 3 kg, but the water consumption in this case reaches 48 liters per cycle. But pleases low power consumption - only 0.13 kW. As a result, the linen is dry, and it takes a minimum of resources (not counting water) to wash it. As in the above model, the drum is made of stainless steel. Housing - galvanized, powder-coated and with partial leakage protection.
Comments
We also have a washing machine (whirlpool) under the sink. in our case, the best place for her. if you do everything right and choose a good machine that will not jump, then this is a great option)
We have a hotpoint machine under the sink. One might think that such a small-sized washing machine has reduced functionality, but no, all the necessary programs are on board, it erases normally, the depth of the drum seems to be enough ..