When washing mountains of dishes gets boring, the family thinks about buying a dishwasher. Among the huge number of brands, the Weissgauff dishwasher stands out. Stylish design, average price make it popular in the Russian market. In this article, we have selected the most popular models and found out where this technique with a clearly German name is produced.
About brand
The Weissgauff brand appeared on the Russian sky only in 2013. All sources vied with each other to tell the legend of how two engineers Johann Gauff and Hans Weiss combined their developments at the beginning of the XNUMXth century and began to produce household appliances. According to all the same sources, Johann Gauff still lives in Bavaria, which makes him at least a long-liver.
The company works with factories in Turkey, Russia, China and Romania. The production of dishwashers is located in Turkey at the Simfer plant in Kayseri, although the official Russian website blatantly lies about the German assembly.
By the way, it was also not possible to find confirmation of the existence of Johann Hauff and Hans Weiss, as well as the German official website.
Features of the Weissgauff range
Weissgauff manufactures built-in, freestanding and countertop dishwashers. The built-in ones come in two sizes: 45 cm and 60 cm, for two or three baskets. Each machine is equipped with electronic control, has several programs for different types of dishes.
The company has 63 service centers throughout Russia. You can contact with a question by phone +7 (495) 737-67-13 or send an email [email protected] The official website has all the technical documentation, instructions, you can order original spare parts.
Review of the most popular models
From the Weissgauff range, some PMMs are more popular.
The most budget model – Weissgauff BDW 4004
The chamber is made of stainless steel, there is a salt and rinse aid indicator, the middle basket is easily adjustable in height. The machine is leak-proof, has 4 programs and a stylish design. There is no child protection, water purity sensor, automatic water hardness setting and half load. This machine has a twin sister BDW 4124, which differs only in capacity for 10 sets.
Features:
- Type: narrow, fully recessed.
- Capacity: 9 sets.
- Energy efficiency class: A +.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Water consumption: 9 l.
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 0,74 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 3 h 10 min.
- Noise level: 49 dB.
- Number of programs: 4 (standard, for heavily soiled dishes, quick wash and economical program for lightly soiled dishes).
- Number of temperature modes: 3.
- Timer: yes, delayed start 3, 6, 9 hours
- Drying type: condensation.
- Additional accessories: glass holder.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 44,8x55x81,5 cm.
- Price: from 16 to 000 rubles.
Pros:
- Budget price.
- Compact, installation takes less than an hour.
- Washes qualitatively, a good alternative to Zanussi and Ariston.
Cons:
- Few programs.
- The powder should be poured only in a measuring cup, if you pour more, then it is not washed off and the dishes remain dirty.
- There is no way to know when the cycle will end. No countdown or laser beam on the floor.
Economical and full-size Weissgauff BDW 6138 D
This dishwasher is clearly a higher class than BDW 4004: the number of programs has increased, internal lighting has appeared, the “Beam on the floor” function and the ability to use 3 in 1 products have appeared. The tank is made of stainless steel, there is full leakage protection, salt and rinse aid control.
Features:
- Type: full-size, built-in.
- Capacity: 14 sets.
- Energy class: A++.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Water consumption: 9-12 l (depending on the program).
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 0,93 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 2 h 55 min.
- Noise level: 47 dB.
- Number of programs: 8 (standard, for heavy soiling, for fragile dishes, express wash, pre-soak, automatic program detection, economical wash).
- Number of temperature modes: 4.
- Half load mode: yes.
- Timer: delay from 1 to 24 hours.
- Drying type: condensation.
- Optional accessories: glass holder and cutlery container.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x55x82 cm.
- Price: 26 000 rub.
Pros:
- Washes dishes well if the water hardness is adjusted correctly.
- Economical water consumption, large capacity, you can adjust the height of the shelves.
- Quiet at work.
- It is convenient to follow the end of the cycle with a beam on the floor.
Cons:
- The door is easy to scratch during installation: it is made of very thin metal.
- You can’t choose between 3-in-1 washing and washing with rinse aid: the machine still dispenses rinse aid unnecessarily.
- Salt must be in the compartment, even if it is in the powder.
Buyers choice Weissgauff BDW 4134 D
This model has the most reviews from customers, and, as a rule, positive ones. The machine is narrow, but holds 10 place settings. Users note the high quality of washing at a fairly low price of PMM. It does not provide for the “Ray on the floor” function, but there is protection against leaks, an indicator of salt and rinse aid, and the ability to use a 3 in 1 product.
Features:
- Type: narrow, recessed.
- Capacity: 10 sets.
- Energy efficiency class: A +.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Water consumption: 13 l.
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 0,83 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 2 h 55 min.
- Noise level: 49 dB.
- Number of programs: 4 (for fragile dishes and glass, express washing, automatic program detection, economical washing).
- Number of temperature modes: 4.
- Half load mode: yes.
- Timer: delay from 1 to 24 hours.
- Drying type: condensation.
- Additional accessories: glass holder.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 45x55x82 cm.
- Price: 19 000 rub.
Pros:
- Good quality wash at an affordable price.
- In the lower section it is convenient to wash the lids for dishes.
- It works silently, you can run at night.
Cons:
- There is no end-of-cycle indicator.
- It is difficult to wash glasses: they constantly fall, do not wash.
- If you arrange the dishes incorrectly, traces of food may remain.
- Many people miss the program for dirty dishes at a high washing temperature.
Built-in for 14 sets – Weissgauff BDW 6134 D
This brand does not strike the imagination with innovations, but presents its equipment in two price segments. So, with almost the same set of functions, you can buy a car for 5000-6000 rubles cheaper.
Features:
- Type: full-size, built-in.
- Capacity: 14 sets.
- Energy efficiency class: A +.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Water consumption: 12 l.
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 1,03 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 2 h 50 min.
- Noise level: 44 dB.
- Number of programs: 4 (for fragile dishes and glass, express washing, automatic program detection, economical washing).
- Number of temperature modes: 7.
- Half load mode: yes.
- Timer: delay from 1 to 24 hours.
- Drying type: condensation.
- Accessories: glass holder, cutlery container.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x55x82 cm.
- Price: 19–000 rubles.
Pros:
- Budget price for a full size car.
- Works quietly, most buyers are happy with the purchase.
Cons:
- The pill box slams shut.
- There may be problems with the seal, which may cause leakage.
- There is no program at high washing temperatures, so burnt fat may not be washed off the pans.
Tabletop dishwasher Weissgauff TDW 4017 D
The Weissgauff brand also produces free-standing models in addition to built-in ones. They have similar functions, but do not require fastening of the kitchen facade, they are compact and can even fit on the table. This model has a self-cleaning function, an indicator of the presence of salt and rinse aid, full protection against leaks. The inner surface is made of stainless steel, the maximum inlet water temperature is 60 degrees.
Features:
- Type: freestanding, compact.
- Capacity: 6 sets.
- Energy efficiency class: A +.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Child protection: yes.
- Water consumption: 6,5 l.
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 0,61 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 3 hours.
- Noise level: 49 dB.
- Number of programs: 7 (daily wash, for heavily soiled dishes, for fragile dishes and glass, express wash, economical bioprogram, economical for lightly soiled dishes).
- Number of temperature modes: 5.
- Half Load Mode: No.
- Timer: delay from 1 to 24 hours.
- Drying type: condensation.
- Additional accessories: glass holder.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 55x50x43,8 cm.
- Price: 15 500 rub.
Pros:
- High energy class, low water consumption.
- Compact, ideal for a small apartment.
- Low price, many programs.
- There is protection against children and leaks.
Cons:
- Not found.
Spacious freestanding Weissgauff DW 6015
If the family is large and you need a roomy PMM, then the DW 6015 is ideal. It has all the necessary programs and a classic white design.
Features:
- Type: freestanding, full size.
- Capacity: 12 sets.
- Energy efficiency class: A +.
- Washing/drying class: A/A.
- Child protection: yes.
- Water consumption: 11 l.
- Energy consumption for 1 cycle: 0,9 kWh.
- Washing time with standard program: 3 h 10 min.
- Noise level: 47 dB.
- Number of programs: 5 (daily wash, for heavily soiled dishes, express wash, economical for lightly soiled dishes, pre-soak).
- Number of temperature modes: 4.
- Half load mode: yes.
- Timer: delay from 1 to 24 hours.
- Drying type: condensation.
- Additional accessories: glass holder.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 59,8x60x84,5 cm.
- Price: 19 000 rub.
Pros:
- Washes dishes well.
- Budget price for a full size car.
- You can use 3 in 1 tablets, there is a half load.
- There is a washing program at high temperatures.
Cons:
- Not always available for sale.
Summary
- The Weissgauff company positions itself as German, although reliable facts confirming this have not been found.
- Dishwashers of this brand are sold at an average price, most buyers are satisfied with the quality of the equipment.
- The country – the manufacturer of the entire line – Turkey.
- PMM Weissgauff have only basic programs, easy to manage.
- To install the Weisgauf PMM, it will take no more than an hour: it has a simple device and a clear connection diagram.