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Translated from German, Kraft means strength, power and energy. These three words best reflect the message that manufacturers put into their product and household appliances. Strength indicates the conformity of devices to European standards; power is a rich experience and original ideas of designers and designers, and behind the energy lies a team of young like-minded people who do their work with pleasure and create equipment that is designed to satisfy the needs of the buyer. Sounds good in words, but in reality? We offer you to find out what a Kraft washing machine is and whether it is as good as the representatives of the company say. From the review, you will find out where washing machines are made, what are their main features and which models are especially appreciated by users.
Kraft – whose company?
Let’s not beat around the bush and say right away what lies behind the beautiful German name Russian brand of household appliances – small and large. Products differ from German firms not only in Russian roots, but also in the price segment – Kraft devices are available to the average consumer.
Despite the fact that the company is trying to meet the quality standards of its products as much as possible and is actively expanding its range, there is one significant drawback in all this – the country of origin. Kraft cars, like other brand equipment, are assembled in China.
Of course, goods from the Celestial Empire are sometimes no worse than their European counterparts, and in terms of manufacturability they are often many times superior. But one thing remains unchanged – the Chinese build quality often leaves much to be desired. This is how the Russians think, and it is difficult to convince a society with established concepts. Therefore, we propose to find out whether the purchase is not at all German, morally Russian and actually Chinese Kraft washing machines.
Features of Kraft washing machines
Only automatic washing machines (SMA) enter the market – the brand does not have semi-automatic models.
Design
The first thing a potential user pays attention to is the design. If this were not so, there would be a vertical washing machine in every apartment. Ask any front camera owner why he didn’t buy a more reliable and convenient vertical SMA? And most will answer that it’s in the design. So there is no point in arguing here – design is important, and Kraft knows this. Because this is how you can explain why all the models are so strikingly different from each other – one is not like the other. One gets the impression that the designers have borrowed ideas from other companies – in the assortment you will see designs exactly like Whirlpool, Hansa и LG.
Perhaps, with such a cunning trick, the company wants to mislead the buyer by slipping an external analogue of the CMA of a well-known company. Another version is that such machines will be taken by those who dream of a beautiful washing machine, but are not ready to buy a more expensive Algy. Although Kraft has a line with a unique design, in which the menu on the control panel wraps around the program switch in an original way, it looks strict and stylish in combination with the black edging of the hatch.
Roominess
The company has a fairly wide choice of the maximum volume of the drum. Today you can choose any of the options (in kg):
- 5;
- 6;
- 6,5;
- 7;
- 8;
- 8,5.
According to statistics, most often they buy the average volume.
Spin speed
The priority, of course, is the fastest models that can spin at speeds up to 1400 rpm. But for those who have a dryer or need things to remain slightly damp for further ironing, options up to 800 rpm are suitable. There are also a number of models with speeds up to 1000 and 1200 rpm.
Other important points:
- Display. Available on some models.
- Energy efficiency (actually, the efficiency of the machine) – the highest classes from A + to A +++.
- Feed opening diameter. Do you wash small items? Choose machines with a hatch diameter from 27,8 to 29,5 cm. Do you often wash down jackets, blankets and other large items? Large-format hatches with a diameter of 30 to 33 cm are suitable for you.
- Programs. For different users, the company has created machines with a different set of programs: with a small selection of 8 and 12 modes and more functional ones with 16 and 23 programs. These are different modes for cotton and synthetics, Quick wash (15, 30 or 45 minutes), Delicate and others.
- Some models have an innovative Crystal Care honeycomb drum – an analogue of the famous Diamond Drum drum from Samsung.
- Гарантия. Some SMAs have a 1-year warranty, and for a part of the range, the duration of the warranty card is 2 years.
Range overview: models, specifications, reviews
We offer you a description of the features and parameters of the most popular models. And so you don’t have to re-read hundreds of reviews, we took the most important of them and put together lists of pros and cons – make sure it’s convenient.
The top 5 included the following models:
- With automatic drum cleaning.
- With the largest set of programs 23 pcs.
- With super rinse.
- With a 2 year warranty.
- With leak protection.
Important! On the official website of the company Kraft states that the equipment is insured for 10 rubles by Rosgosstrakh. Whether there are happy millionaires among the buyers – one can only guess, since the button that refers to the details of insurance did not work at the time of the creation of the review.
KRAFT KF-EN5101W – with automatic drum cleaning
One of the most inexpensive models in the line from Kraft. The machine is made in a discreet design, but almost all the basic functions are available.
Options:
- Drum volume: up to 5 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 23, including Delicate, Economic, Preliminary and others.
- Energy efficiency class: A+.
- Washing / spinning class: A / C.
- Control type: electronic.
- Manhole diameter: 30 cm.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x47x85 cm.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 9 hours.
- Protection: foam and imbalance control, child proof.
- Noise wash / spin: 59/74 dB.
- Tank material: plastic.
- Optional: washing temperature selection, program end signal.
- Warranty: 1 year.
Pros:
- Convenient to use.
- Good energy saving.
- Large drum despite 5 kg load.
- Not very noisy.
- There is a fast cycle of 15 minutes.
- Lots of programs.
- Removable cover.
Cons:
- Not leak proof.
- It is not always possible to install under the countertop due to the counterweight.
KF-MD8201BW – the most functional, for 23 programs
In addition to a huge set of modes, the model has the following characteristics:
- Drum volume: up to 8 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Number of programs: 8, including Delicate, Economic, Mixed, Wool, Pre-Rinse, Super Rinse, Quick, etc.
- Water consumption per cycle: 50 liters.
- Energy efficiency class: A++.
- Control type: electronic (rotary knob and buttons).
- Display: provided.
- Washing / spinning class: A / B.
- Hatch diameter: maximum, 31 cm.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 85x60x50 cm.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Protection: foam and imbalance control, child proof.
- Noise wash / spin: 59/76 dB.
- Tank material: plastic.
- Optional: washing temperature selection, program end signal, auto-cleaning, pause in work.
- Warranty: 2 years.
On a note! Kraft is one of the few companies that provides all the exact data in the description of its products, even such as the dimensions of components. So, the length of the inlet and drain hose for this model is 1 and 1,6 meters, and the length of the power cord is 1,5 meters. This is very convenient when planning – we chose the CMA on the site, got acquainted with the length of communications and figured out in advance whether this option would suit you.
Pros:
- Rich functionality.
- High quality wash.
- Easy management.
Cons:
- Lack of protection against leaks – if it is, it is not indicated on the company’s website.
KRAFT KF-EN6101W – with super rinse
The model looks unremarkable, repeats the parameters of other machines in the Kraft line, however, it is inexpensive, and it copes with basic tasks. Like other models, it has a huge arsenal of modes.
Features:
- Drum volume: up to 6 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 23, including Delicate, Economic, Preliminary and others.
- Energy efficiency class: A+.
- Washing / spinning class: A / C.
- Control type: electronic.
- Manhole diameter: 30 cm.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x47x85 cm.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 9 hours.
- Protection: foam and imbalance control, child proof.
- Noise wash / spin: 59/74 dB.
- Tank material: plastic.
- Optional: washing temperature selection, program end signal, automatic drum cleaning.
- Warranty: 1 year.
The only drawback is the lack of protection against leaks. To compensate for this shortcoming, you will have to buy a hose with an aquastop, which will shut off the water supply in case of a leak.
KRAFT KF-MD7101BW – 2 years warranty
We will immediately outline the pros and cons of the model. The main advantage, as in other SMAs of this brand, is 23 programs. The delayed start here is longer – up to 24 hours instead of 9, and the hatch is 1 cm wider than the first models and is 31 cm. Another plus is added to energy efficiency. The warranty on this machine lasts not 1, but as much as 2 years. The minus is unchanged – no protection against leaks is provided.
Options:
- Drum volume: up to 7 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 23, including Delicate, Economic, Preliminary and others.
- Energy efficiency class: A++.
- Washing / spinning class: A / C.
- Control type: electronic.
- Manhole diameter: 31 cm.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x47x85 cm.
- Delayed start: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Protection: foam and imbalance control, child proof.
- Noise wash / spin: 59/74 dB.
- Tank material: plastic.
- Optional: washing temperature selection, program end signal, automatic drum cleaning.
- Warranty: 2 years.
KRAFT KF-AKM65103LW – with leakage protection
Still, Kraft has cars protected in case of a leak. The model is made in a silver case and looks generally more stylish than other inexpensive devices from Kraft. The main drawback is that the software functionality has been cut down by almost 2 times. Apparently, either 23 programs and without leakage protection, or with protection, but there are only 12 programs – you choose.
Options:
- Drum volume: up to 6,5 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 12 pieces, including Delicate, Sportswear, Quick, etc.
- Energy efficiency class: A++.
- Washing / spinning class: A / C.
- Control type: electronic.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x48x85 cm.
- Delayed start: yes.
- Protection: foam and imbalance control, childproof and LEAKAGE.
- Noise wash / spin: 60/74 dB.
- Tank material: plastic.
- Optional: choice of washing temperature, auto-cleaning of the drum.
- Warranty: 1 year.
In general, Kraft washing machines are budget options from the cheap and medium price segment. You should not expect anything special from them, but almost any model will do as a “workhorse”. Share your opinion about Kraft washing machines in the comments to the review!