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The Bauknecht washing machine is not very common on the Russian household appliances market, but nevertheless, you will openly meet several models on sale, so we consider it our duty to tell you everything about this technique. Moreover, the situation can change at any moment and, perhaps, tomorrow the market will be flooded with washers of this brand. You will find out where these SMAs are made, what are their features, what models are found in stores and whether they are worth buying.
Bauknecht: what is the company, who is the manufacturer?
The Bauknecht machine is heard by our buyer as German technology, but is it? Initially, the brand really originated in Germany, but later became part of the world-famous American concern Whirlpool Group. By the way, the Virpul association also owns such well-known brands as “Indesite“,”Ignis“,”Stinol” and others. The country of manufacture depends on the type of equipment – online stores and Russian offline outlets get washing machines assembled in Slovakia. Knowing how Slovaks collect well “Whirlpool”, “Indesit” and “Bosch”, you can count on good quality, and at an adequate price.
Features of Bauknecht washing machines
Consider the key points regarding washing machines of this brand. It cannot be said that the manufacturer has introduced something special into its equipment, but even a demanding customer will discover something new in these washing machines.
Dynamic Intelligence
This technology aims at a flawless wash, ensuring optimal water and energy consumption, depending on the load of the laundry. We can say that this system is a kind of analogue of 6 Sense from Whirlpool, which is not surprising for the products of one concern.
Green Intelligence – smart and economical
Another solution that allows you to save up to 50% of water when washing, accurately determining the load of the laundry. When the drum is only partially loaded, the machine can save up to 38 liters of water compared to a standard cycle. This is not only beneficial for the user, but also beneficial for nature, because we are talking about significant savings of valuable natural resources!
EcoStyle
In Europe, technologies that care about the environment have always been at the peak of popularity. Thus, the EcoStyle line of machines is able to save up to 30% of electricity in class A – in comparison with similar models of class A.
SmartSelect – simple and clear
The operation of the equipment does not cause difficulties thanks to the simple SmartSelect user interface, which makes it easy to select a program based on key parameters: type of fabric, color, etc. The user can also adjust the number of revolutions of the drum during the spin cycle.
Rational use of powder
Laundry detergents – powders and gels simply “melt” with frequent washing. Based on this, the developers have created a special smart dispenser for front-loading models – with its help, powder costs are guaranteed to be reduced by a third. To save on powder, it is enough to decide on the program, indicate the type of fabric, select the degree of contamination and the type of household chemicals – the machine will do the rest by itself, having calculated the required dosage. In addition to the described technology, the machines use the EcoTank and EcoBall systems, which prevent poorly dissolved powder particles from being carried out of the tank.
ProSilent brushless motor – 10 year warranty
Motors with direct drive, which were first introduced by the company LG, are now installed by many self-respecting firms. Brushless motors are quiet, economical and vibration-free. Moreover, such a motor is more efficient than a traditional belt drive, so it easily delivers up to 1400 revolutions per minute during the spin cycle. The 10-year warranty also duplicates Algy’s marketing ploy and applies to absolutely all direct drive motors. By the way, in models with vertical loading, modern motors are also often installed, which reduce the wear of parts and make the equipment even more stable.
The motor in combination with intelligent programs was named “Zen Technology”, which guarantees noiselessness and energy savings.
Models overview
Today, there are only a few models on the market, both with vertical and front loading, let’s look at how their device differs, what characteristics await potential buyers and what is the pricing policy for the brand model.
TBKR 70220 – vertical automatic machine
A stable snow-white top-loading machine, which can be found in at least a dozen popular online stores in the price range from 25 to 000 rubles.
Description of parameters:
- Maximum load: up to 7 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy efficiency class: A+++.
- Number of programs: 14 pieces, including Economy 19 l, Office wear, Wool, Jeans, Sports and others.
- Tank: plastic.
On a note! Don’t think that a plastic tank is bad. Yes, it is less durable, but not as noisy, and also has excellent maintainability. Moreover, stainless steel tanks are exclusively of the Premium class in CMA, and if we are talking about buying in the middle price segment, then plastic is normal.
- Heating element: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: against leaks, against foaming and imbalance of the drum.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Additional functionality: freshness preservation, prewash, intensive rinse, Pro Silent motor, active door handle, spin cancellation, reload function.
- Warranty: 1 year.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 90x40x60 cm.
Note that this is one of the few verticals with a large digital display, which will show you the remaining washing time and help you fine-tune the program parameters.
Pros:
- Lots of programs.
- Motor with direct drive.
- Easy operation.
Cons:
- Partial leakage protection (body only).
Bauknecht WCMC 64523 – saves water
Frontal classic SMA with good parameters:
- Maximum load: up to 6 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy efficiency class: A+++ (A − 30%).
- Number of programs: 18 pcs., including Fast 15 minutes, E-Cotton, Wool, Handmade and others.
- Tank: plastic.
- Heating element: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: against leaks (partial), against foaming and imbalance of the drum.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Water consumption per cycle: 45 liters.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Washing / spinning noise: 59/75 dB.
- Additional features: chrome sunroof, Eco Ball, Green Intelligence.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 85x60x47 cm.
Pros noted by buyers (reviews):
- Decent European assembly.
- It is clear how to use – simple instructions.
- Modern design.
- When spinning, it does not jump even at maximum speed.
- Really 15 minute quick wash.
- Deep drum.
Of the minuses, users noted the cost, which is at the level of 18 rubles – after analyzing the market, our experts did not particularly agree with this opinion.
WA 954 – quiet, roomy model with a quick spin
Another front camera, but more expensive – with a definition Premium in the name.
- Maximum load: up to 9 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1400 rpm.
- Spin adjustment: 400-800-1000-1200-1400 (step – 200 revolutions).
- Energy efficiency class: A+++ (A − 50%).
- Number of programs: 19, including Delicate, Economic, Jeans, Sports, Stain removal, etc.
- Tank: plastic.
- Heating element: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: against leaks (partial), against foaming and imbalance of the drum, child protection.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / A.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Washing / spinning noise: 48/68 dB.
- Additional functionality: direct drive, eco monitor, Green Intelligence, wash temperature selection.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 85x60x64 cm.
On a note! On the Czech site offering this model, it is indicated that the warranty for the engine is not 10, but as much as 20 years. How the warranty is in the Russian Federation, you should find out directly when buying from a particular seller.
WAT 820 – vertical 6,5 kg
Another SMA with a non-standard, but so desired for many buyers loading from above. It costs almost twice as much as the model discussed above, but it can also be a little more:
- Maximum load: up to 6,5 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy efficiency class: A++.
- Number of programs: 17 pcs, including Delicate, Quick, Stain Removal, etc.
- Tank: plastic.
- Heating element: stainless steel.
- Types of protection: against leaks (partial), against foaming and imbalance of the drum, child protection.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Management: selector and buttons (intelligent).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Washing / spinning noise: 51/72 dB.
- Additional functionality: choice of washing temperature, wheels for transportation, Soft Opening (smooth opening of the drum flaps).
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 90x40x60 cm.
If we compare the 2 vertical CMAs described, then this one has only 3 more programs, and the display is smaller, and you can’t find this vertical in every store, and there are practically no reviews on the network for it. So you have to take at your own peril and risk if you decide to buy.
Conclusions
Let’s summarize our research:
- “Bauknecht” is the same as “Whirlpool”, you can safely choose from a wider range of “Whirlpools” and not chase after 4 models from the same concern.
- There are very few models, on sale there are at most 4-5 options.
- All SMAs are economical.
- A large set of useful programs.
- There are inverter motors with a long warranty.
- You can’t call Bauknecht cheap SMAs, rather, this is the middle price segment.