Why did the washing machine take first place in our test?
Our testers were impressed by the outstanding and unique deep clean provided by the special water vapour process. This meant that even dirty and strong-smelling textiles could be cleaned particularly effectively. It also impresses like no other model with its sustainable and climate-friendly product design and remains inexpensive to buy despite its low consumption of resources. Thanks to its high capacity and excellent energy efficiency, it can be used flexibly and is therefore attractive for single and couple households as well as shared flats and apartment blocks. Unfortunately, this means that the washing machine is often out of stock. So you shouldn't wait too long to buy one!
Up to 40% more laundry could be deep-cleaned in one wash cycle than with competitor products
With a capacity of 8kg, the drum of the washing machine in the test has the largest space for dirty laundry. This is enough for a one to two-person household to only have to switch on the appliance once a week for a large load of laundry. This saved the testers a lot of work and they gave particularly positive feedback across the board.
What about the service life?
The built-in hose burst protection (also known as Aquastop) interrupts the water supply in the event of a sudden water leak. The washing machine proved to be exceptionally robust and durable in both everyday and endurance tests, so that the water protection did not even have to intervene. According to our test procedures, this appliance had the longest service life.
Outstanding ease of use and range of functions
With an easy-to-read display, 12 different washing programmes and an extremely intuitive product design, even users with no technical experience can operate the appliance with ease.
Thanks to its patented AntiAllergy programme, the washing machine is perfect for house dust and bed mite allergy sufferers. The Eco mode also contributes to the already very climate-friendly operation. Gentle and delicate wash programmes can also be used to care for clothes. Our highlight is of course the deep-cleaning steam programme, which cannot be found anywhere else and can be selected together with many other programmes by simply turning the control button. This means that all matters and needs are catered for. Connection and commissioning are also quick and easy thanks to the easy-to-understand operating instructions.
How high is the noise level?
The product is the quietest in the test, so that nothing can be heard when the washroom door is closed and you can pursue other activities with peace of mind. According to the manufacturer, the maximum noise level is 71 decibels, but our testers often measured significantly lower values when the drum was full. This is primarily due to the quiet motor and the sturdy construction, which means that nothing can rattle or rattle.
What is the impact on the CO2 footprint?
It certainly won't increase with this machine in operation. As it belongs to the latest generation of appliances, great importance was attached to a climate-friendly and energy-efficient design for this product. With an annual energy consumption of just 106 kilowatt hours, it is not only easy on the environment, but also on your wallet. The test winner is therefore the most cost-effective to purchase and operate.
Deep cleaning with steam
As our tests have shown, even coarse dirt, unpleasant odours and stains can be easily removed with our test winner. Thanks to the sophisticated deep-cleaning programme, these problems simply dissolve in the steam, which also made the appliance stand out in the test.
