Choosing a washing machine Vestel: TOP-5 models

The Vestel brand is inferior in popularity to many European and Korean competitors. Many do not even know who owns this trademark. We will find out why Vestel washing machines are interesting for our consumer and where they are produced.

About the manufacturer of washing machines Vestel

Vestel is a Turkish brand that produces household appliances and electronics, belongs to the group of companies of the same name. All washing machines of this brand are assembled at their own factories (manufacturing country – Turkey).

The production of automatic washing machines (SMA) is only one of the activities of the company, which has dozens of representative offices in different countries. The company is part of the largest Turkish holding Zorlu Group. The company produces household appliances not only under its own brand, but also under a contract.

Technologies

Do not think that Turkish washing machines are at the bottom of the technical rating – Vestel has implemented many interesting solutions that make their work economical and efficient:

• Pyrojet. Thanks to this technology, energy consumption is reduced by 70%. And compared to A+++ class models and devices of similar power, they use 28% less water. In conventional washing machines, water, once in the tank, slowly heats up, and electricity consumption increases. In machines with a Pyrojet, the water is heated in a tank of the same name – it is located at the bottom of the device. Heated water is sprayed directly onto the tank. Such a system reduces the time of heating water, respectively, reduces energy consumption. By spraying hot water on the laundry, it is possible to maximize washing efficiency and reduce water consumption.
• BLDC motor. Thanks to the magnetic motor, the machines run quieter than usual. Such a motor reduces the noise level by half during washing and spinning.

• Stain removal programs The manufacturer offers 22 stain removal options. The choice is made taking into account the temperature of the program and the degree of soiling. The machine can handle soil, sweat, deodorant, eggs, tea, blood, grease, foundation, ice cream, grass, fruits, chocolate, coffee and more.

How much do Turkish SMAs cost?

Price is one of the most important advantages of Turkish washing machines. The assortment presented on the Russian market includes models costing from 10 to 000 rubles. Until 27, the company produced its products in Russia. Due to the crisis, production was curtailed, today the Russian market is dominated by budget models, the stake is on buyers with limited funds. At the same time, the manufacturer claims that its products are characterized by high build quality and durability.

Overview of models and customer reviews

The Turkish manufacturer is trying to please Russian consumers as much as possible – it has to compete with German, Italian and Korean brands that are respected by our customers.

The instructions are written in Russian – from them you can learn how to use the Vestel washing machines, what modes and programs are in a particular model.

Among the models presented by Vestel, white color prevails. All machines are front-loading and have standard height and width dimensions of 85 and 60 cm, respectively. The diameter of the hatch is also standard – 30 cm. The depth is different, there are narrow and full-size modifications. All models are very similar, the difference is only in the nuances – the depth, the size of the load and some other parameters vary.

All Vestel CMAs have plastic tanks – this makes them less heavy and noisy and reduces the cost. Plastic tanks are inferior to stainless steel counterparts in strength – they are characterized by increased fragility. However, polymer tanks are now installed in most washing machines on the world market.

Important! Do not confuse the tank with the drum and do not be afraid. The drum is always made of stainless steel, and the tank is the part in which the drum itself is placed.

F2WM 840 – the most common inexpensive machine

Free-standing narrow SMA with a small load. In one cycle, you can wash only 5 kg of laundry. The capacity of the drum is enough to serve a small family. The control panel has a digital display, rotary knob and conventional buttons.

• Capacity: 5 kg.
• Water consumption: 43 liters per cycle.
• Spin speed: 800 rpm.
• Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, economical, anti-crease, sportswear, quick, soak).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / D.
• Safety: partial leakage protection, child protection, imbalance and foam control.
• Noise level (wash/spin): 58/75 dB.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
• Weight: 60,5 kg.

Pros:

• Consumes electricity economically. Can save 10-20% per month.
• Simple and convenient management – users have almost no questions.
• Qualitatively squeezes, albeit at 800 rpm.
• There is a blocking of unauthorized intervention – an important thing for families with children.
• There are modes for shirts and a casual option – convenient and economical.

Cons:

• There is no time display. A trifle, but users really appreciate the ability to see the time remaining until the end of the cycle.
• Too much weight. For a device with a load of only 5 kg, the weight of 60 kg is a bit much.

WMA 480 – with removable cover

Ultra-slim washing machine with removable cover for embedding. It can be built under the countertop or in one of the kitchen cabinets. The machine has a very small load – only 4 kg, this is enough to serve 1-2 people. The control panel is equipped with a digital display – the user can read the most important information about the current work.

• Capacity: 4 kg.
• Water consumption: 43 liters per cycle.
• Spin speed: 800 rpm.
• Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including delicates, pre-wash, economy, anti-crease, sportswear, quick, mixed fabrics).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / D.
• Safety: partial leakage protection, child protection, imbalance and foam control.
• Noise level (wash/spin): 58/74 dB.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x36x85 cm.
• Weight: 57,5 kg.

Pros:

• Compactness. This narrow device can fit in the smallest apartment.
• If you set the legs correctly, the device works almost silently.
• High quality wash and spin.

Users did not mention the shortcomings, except that they noted not the best design – but this is a matter of taste. The WMA 480 is a great option for people on a budget. This small washing machine takes up a minimum of space – this is perhaps the most compact version in the Vestel model range on the Russian market. Modification also suitable for an elderly person – inexpensive, with ordinary buttons, small in size.

F2 WM 1041 – with a large hatch

Stand-alone front unit. Average capacity – 6 kg, this is quite enough for washing a small family. Control the device using buttons and a rotary knob. This modification has a hatch diameter of 33 cm, which is 3 cm more than other machines of this brand.

• Capacity: 6 kg.
• Water consumption: 47 liters per cycle.
• Spin speed: 1000 rpm.
• Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including for delicate fabrics, for children’s clothes, sportswear, super rinse, quick wash).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / C.
• Safety: partial leakage protection, child protection, imbalance and foam control.
• Noise level (wash/spin): 58/77 dB.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
• Weight: 60,5 kg.

Pros:

• Optimal load level – with small dimensions, this modification can serve the average family.
• Compact – fits in cramped kitchens and bathrooms.
• There is a 15 minute time limit.
• Simple control.

Cons:

• Tinted glass – the washing process is not visible through it.
• There are cases of factory marriage.

Users who encountered marriage were able to change their faulty devices in the store. So, the Turkish brand has marriage, like other more well-known companies, and, as practice shows, there are no problems with the exchange.

Vestel WMA 6100 – with black sunroof

A stylish model in which the first thing that catches your eye is an elegant black sunroof. Otherwise, the model is not much different from other representatives of the Turkish brand.

Options:

• Capacity: 6 kg.
• Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
• Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including Delicate, Economical, Sportswear and others).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / C.
• Safety: Leak proof, child lock, imbalance and foam control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
• Noise level (wash / spin) – 58 / 77dB.
• Optional: Removable lid for under-counter installation

Pros:

• Large capacity.
• Wrings well and washes well.
• Nice hatch.
• With a partial load, it reduces the 3-hour program itself by 1 hour.

Cons:

• If an imbalance occurs, it starts to “jump”.
• On short modes, only one rinse and you can not add more.
• Although there is a display, it does not display the time until the end of the wash.

Vestel F2WM 832 – mini with a small load

In appearance, the machine is unremarkable – the design, to put it mildly, is inferior to more modern solutions. But this model is purchased for small kitchens or small bathrooms. It is also suitable for a single person.

Features:

• Capacity: 4 kg.
• Spin speed: up to 800 rpm.
• Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including Delicate, Economic, Crease Prevention, Fast, etc.).
• Energy efficiency class: A+.
• Washing / spinning classes: A / D.
• Safety: partial leak protection, child lock, imbalance and foam control.
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x36x85 cm.
• Noise level (wash / spin) – 58 / 75dB.
• Optional: you can choose the washing temperature.

Pros:

• Affordable.
• Virtually no noise.
• Easy to install.
• The SMA is equipped with a delay start.
• The display is counting down the time.

Cons:

• Does not signal the end of the program.
• Weak LEDs on display indicators.
• Unrepresentative design.
• Inconvenient cuvette for detergents.

Conclusions

Summing up:

• Consumer reviews are mostly positive. The main focus is on the combination of affordable price and performance.
• The main characteristics of the SMA are close to the average consumer needs. Affordable price and ease of operation make Vestel functional washing machines attractive to customers. But distrust of Turkish products and insufficient brand promotion played a role – the machines of this manufacturer lose in popularity to Italian, Korean and German counterparts.
• There are no models with drying in the presented assortment. On the official website, you can look at washer-dryers, but they are not currently available for sale. Obviously they are too expensive for a Turkish brand. Still, “Vestel” is taken because of the affordable cost, and versions with drying are much more expensive. Here, potential buyers can see photos of all Vestel SMAs and their characteristics.

Washing machines of the Turkish brand Vestel are in demand among consumers who are not chasing super durability. The Turks supply quite high-quality and competitive washing machines to the Russian market, which can not only wash clothes, but also save resources.