Combined washer/dryers have a smaller capacity than stand alone units. Ok if you have little space, but if you have separates perform far better. Combined are also far more mechanically complex and more $$$ if and when they need a repair.PrakashSG wrote:Hello All.
Am looking to change my top loading washer to a front loading one (mainly driven by need for a dryer).
Couldn't find much useful reviews online. Have been struggling between European Brands v/s Asian ones. Liked the Panasonic EcoNavi but read some reviews about bearing issues. Like the Samsung now but cant seem to find much reviews about it. Then there is Electrolux and Bosch. More expensive and the Courts guy says they are all made in Thailand/China anyway.
Does anyone have experience with any of these brands, good or bad? Any recommendations will be really helpful.
Thanks!
We used to have Bosch, some basic models ca $1100 for both the dryer and the washing machine. They survived 8yrs and probably could serve even more if: a) not the bra fishbones/wires that damaged the washing machine front gasket; b) screws holding the dryer's drum got loose and I overlooked this - the screw holes in the back plate holding the drum were already too large for any practical repair.Joeite wrote:Got the Electrolux EDV705. It's power die just after 2 years old (just after the warranty is over). Service "estimate" at least 50% of the dryer cost. The service center's attitude.. take it or leave it. I will stay away from Electrolux in the future.
I disagree (respectfullysundaymorningstaple wrote:It makes not difference what brand you buy. Invariably it will cost 50% of the cost of a new upgraded one OR they no longer stock the parts for such an "old" machine.
I think you are both right and also the parallel with the shoes applies, but the problem is, for the popular brands (so not the most expensive ones) the difference is just statistical. Me, as a consumer, if I have to chose between all the reasonably priced products present on the market, regardless this isJR8 wrote:I disagree (respectfullysundaymorningstaple wrote:It makes not difference what brand you buy. Invariably it will cost 50% of the cost of a new upgraded one OR they no longer stock the parts for such an "old" machine.). Reliable brands seem to break down far less often, and parts are available for far longer. Such makes pride themselves on quality/longevity so facilitate that happening. Cheaper brands appear to rely on outright replacement more frequently.
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