How to choose a washing machine with additional laundry?

A washing machine is a necessary assistant for any housewife. But it often happens that after starting the program, there are small things that also need to be washed. We have to postpone them for later, since it is no longer possible to stop work. Taking into account this problem, many brands began to produce appliances with the ability to add laundry after the start of washing. In this article, we will review the most popular such machines, as well as consider the selection criteria.

There are 2 types of machines with additional loading of linen. The first is a standard device that is equipped with a pause function. By pressing the button, you start draining the water, after which the unit allows you to open the hatch in order to add things. Then the door closes and washing continues from the same place where it was stopped.

In inexpensive products, the parameters are reset to zero, and you have to configure everything from the very beginning. Of course, this is convenient, but not always, since you have to wait for the machine to completely drain the water. If you open the door immediately, all the liquid will spill out. Another disadvantage of such products is the ability to add clothes only in the first 15 minutes of washing.

Essentially, this detail is the only thing that distinguishes such models from standard washing machines. Units with a reloading hole are more convenient, since you do not need to wait for the water to drain or open the hatch completely. It is enough to pause the washing program, pull out the door, throw in forgotten things and, by closing the window, restart the washing process. This will not reset any settings, all parameters will be saved and the unit will continue to operate in the selected mode.

Such a useful function is simply necessary for families with children, because someone may forget to bring small things to the wash. Of the minuses of such devices, only increased price and small assortment, since this innovation has not yet received widespread popularity.

Modern stores offer a rather limited number of models with an additional hatch, since this trend is not yet so popular. Products with the function of additional loading of linen have just begun to enter the household appliance market. Consider the most popular models of well-known brands.

The drum volume of this product is 6.5 kg, and 12 washing programs allow you to take full care of things from any fabric. There is separate mode for washing soft toysduring which they are treated with steam to remove all allergens. Bubble Soak Technology in combination with the soak function will remove stubborn stains even in cold water. Energy efficiency class A will help save money on electricity bills. The spin speed is adjustable from 600 to 1200 rpm. The digital display shows the setting options.

As additional functions there is child lock, leakage protection, foam control... The product can be synchronized with a smartphone using a special program that displays the state of technology. The cost of the model is 35,590 rubles.

This product belongs to the economy class and costs only 7,539 rubles. It does not need constant synchronization with the water supply. The device has a vertical loading, the working tank and drum are closed with a plastic cover, it can be opened slightly for additional loading when the device stops. The product has a capacity of 8 kg and is equipped with two washing programs. The device is very mobile, weighing only 20 kg. The spin speed is 1400 rpm, which allows you to take out practically dry laundry.

Instructions for using the machine "Slavda WS-80PET" are extremely simple. Clothes are put into the drum and water is poured. After adding washing powder, close the lid and press the "start" button.

Another top-loading model with a 5 kg capacity. Using the electronic control panel, you can select one of 18 wash programs. Energy class A ++ speaks of the lowest electricity consumption. Noise level 59 dB, while spinning - 76 dB. The spin speed is adjustable from 600 to 1000 rpm, during the spinning process the product does not vibrate, which is very important.

The compact washing machine will fit perfectly on any footage. The quick wash program will allow you to refresh the laundry within 15 minutes, there is an economical mini & fast mode, designed for 1 kg of items. Its peculiarity lies in the water consumption of 25 liters, which is very small. Eco mode is designed to save energy, but it is not suitable for all programs. If there is a need to reload clothes, press the pause button, wait for the drum to stop and do whatever is necessary.

The price of the model varies from 20,000 to 25,000 rubles.

The front-loading washing machine with a drum capacity of 6.5 kg is equipped with a small window on the hatch for additional loading of clothes. Wherein Add Wash allows you to add an already washed shirt or wool for wringing and rinsing somewhere in the middle of the process.

There are separate programs for delicate fabrics and steam care. The water heating temperature can be adjusted independently. There is a timer delay function. The spin speed is adjustable from 600 to 1200 rpm.

Thanks to the inverter motor the device works quietly and can be turned on even at night... There is no vibration during spinning. The steam mode removes all allergens from the surface of the garment, an option for families with children. The additional rinse function allows you to completely rinse out the remaining detergent. Thanks to the Smart Check program, the user will be able to independently adjust the state of the device directly from the smartphone screen. The price of the device is 33,790 rubles.

The washing machine with a drum capacity of 7 kg has a touch control panel. The spin speed is adjustable from 600 to 1200 rpm, 15 wash programs provide care for any type of fabric. Additional functions include child lock and foam control. In this technique, the Add Wash option is valid only for the first half hour, then the hatch is completely blocked. Washing modes are designed for all types of fabrics, there is also a quick cleaning program, as well as for delicate types of materials.

The inverter motor ensures quiet operation of the unit and no vibration. The special design of the drum prevents the laundry from curling during spinning. Interesting design, ease of use and high quality of the product made it one of the bestsellers in its niche. The big plus is the ability to synchronize the device with a smartphone, the program will carry out a complete diagnosis of the device. The cost of the model is 30,390 rubles.

To choose the right washing machine with an additional door for loading items, there are a number of criteria to be considered.

• Boot type. There are 2 types of loading in washing machines. It is vertical when the hatch is on top of the unit, and frontal - models with a standard hatch in the front. This item is selected on an individual basis, depending on convenience.

• Dimensions. Immediately before purchasing the device, you should measure the place where it will stand with a tape measure. Be sure to measure the width of the doorway so that in the future there will be no problems with bringing the product into the room. The standard width of all devices is 60 cm, but there are also special narrow models designed for small footage.

• Drum volume. This parameter is selected depending on the number of family members. A washing machine with a capacity of 4 kg will be enough for two people. If you have 4 people living and you are going to wash large items, purchase a model with a drum volume of 6-7 kg. For a large family with many children, a device with a capacity of 8 kg and more will be the best choice.

• Control method. According to the control method, washing machines are divided into mechanical and electronic. The first type involves adjusting the washing parameters using a round knob and buttons. In the electronic type, control takes place using a touch screen. Such models are more modern, but more expensive. LED display is commonly found in all types of modern washing machines. It displays the settings you have selected and shows the remaining wash time.

• Energy saving class. Many brands are trying to produce high energy-saving clothes cleaning devices. They cost a little more than usual, but in the future they allow you to save a considerable amount on paying electricity bills. The best option would be a class A or A + unit.

• Additional functions. Multifunctional products are not needed by everyone - for many, the standard programs built into the basic package are enough. The more additions, the higher the price of the product. The main thing is the reliability of the device and the availability of programs designed for different types of fabric. Drying and steam treatment of things will be a useful function. This will save you a lot of time. From the washing machine, you will get dry items that are completely hygienic thanks to the steam. Often in such units there is an ironing mode, which makes the fabric less wrinkled, and later it is easier to iron it with an iron.

• Pay attention to the presence of really useful modes that may come in handy. It is important to have a wash program with a special intensity - it will help remove stubborn dirt. Bubble technology will allow better dissolution of the powder, which will be easier to remove from clothes during rinsing. This option will help remove stains even in cold water.

• Very important spin speed, preferably adjustable. The optimal parameters will be from 800 to 1200 rpm. The door lock will prevent the door from opening during the wash process, and the child lock will prevent the settings from being changed if interested kids climb to press all the buttons. The delayed start function will allow you to postpone the operation of the unit to the time you need. This is convenient if, in order to save electricity, you turn on the device only after 23 hours, and go to bed earlier.

• Noise level. In the technical characteristics of the models you have chosen, be sure to pay attention to the noise level of the device. This parameter will show whether the washing machine can be installed in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom or living room. It also denotes the possibility of using the product at night.

The following video presents a presentation of Samsung's AddWash washing machines with additional laundry.