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The white case is the most common, but not the only solution in the manufacture of dishwashers. Brands also offer color options. There are not so many red models among dishwashers – only some consumers decide to purchase a machine in such a defiant color. Let’s try to choose a red dishwasher.
Overview of red PMM models and consumer reviews
Manufacturers, knowing the interest of a certain part of consumers in original color solutions, offer color dishwashers (PMM). Let’s see which brands you can find dishwashers with a red case.
Electrolux ESF 2400 OH – mini PMM with display
This desktop model from the Swedish brand Electrolux washes half as many dishes in one cycle as a standard size PMM. Stylish machine with display, timer, salt / rinse aid indicators and partial leakage protection. Due to its low weight, the device is easy to move, it can be placed on a table or mounted in a cabinet. Washing time on a regular program is 190 minutes.
- Type: compact.
- Drying: condensation.
- Number of sets: 6.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Power consumption: A+.
- Washing/drying: A/A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 6,5 liters.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 55x50x43,5 cm.
- Programs: 6 (including daily wash, economical, pre-soak).
- Number of temperature modes: 4.
- Noise: 50 dB.
- Weight: 21 kg.
- Average cost: from 20 to 480 rubles.
Pros:
- There is a digital display – on it the user can see the remaining time until the end of the cycle, the selected program, the water temperature.
- There is a sound signal – the machine reminds the user that the process is over and you need to open the door.
- Washes dirt well. Especially on an intensive program – at 70 degrees.
Cons:
- No automatic door opening. If you do not open it in time, the dishes will become damp again – these are the features of condensation drying.
- Unreliable. After a few years of work, the pump burned out – the user complains. Obviously, the Chinese assembly affects. There is evidence that similar models, but assembled in Sweden, worked for 15 years.
- Poor quality components. There are complaints about the appearance of rust on the basket – after a year of operation.
- Too loud for such a small machine. We have to close the door to the kitchen.
- There is no way to use 3 in 1 tablets.
Bosch SKS 51E22 – compact with 3 in 1 tablet tray
This miniature dishwasher in red is represented by the German brand Bosch. It, like most compact machines, is designed for 6 sets of dishes, it does not have a display and child protection. You can use detergent tablets. The control panel is equipped with salt and rinse aid indicators.
- Type: compact.
- Drying: condensation.
- Number of sets: 6.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Power consumption: A+.
- Washing/drying: A/A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 8 liters.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 55x50x45cm.
- Programs: 5 (including intensive, economical, delicate).
- Number of temperature modes: 5.
- Noise: 48 dB.
- Weight: 22 kg.
- Average cost: from 25 rubles.
Pros:
- Cleans up contaminants well. Many convenient programs, including high-temperature ones – up to 70 degrees.
- Soft opening and closing of the door.
- There is a self-cleaning filter. The crushed remains of food are drained into the sewer. This filter does not need to be cleaned regularly.
Cons:
- Spends 8 liters per cycle – this is comparable to the consumption of full-size analogues.
- Works too noisy.
- Not suitable for serving more than 1-2 people.
- There is no instruction in Russian.
- Drying is not particularly high quality – water remains on the surface. In order for the dishes to dry qualitatively, it is necessary to leave 10-15% of the chamber space empty – one of the owners of the red Bosch shares his experience.
- There are no legs, and the bottom is not strong enough – the user is dissatisfied. This may cause problems when installing the machine on corner brackets.
- Part of the washing chamber made of plastic is not the most reliable and durable material.
Smeg BLV2P-2 – 60 cm wide with turbo dryer
Italian PMM premium. Hot air drying is used here – it is more efficient than condensing. A spacious dishwasher in which you can wash the dishes after a small banquet. This is a reliable device that is able to compete with professional equipment. The control panel is equipped with a digital display. There is a timer and all the necessary indicators. Washing on the standard program lasts 150 minutes. There is a tray for 3 in 1 tablets.
- Type: full size.
- Drying: hot air.
- Number of sets: 13.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Power consumption: a.
- Washing/drying: A/A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 9 liters.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x68x89 cm.
- Programs: 9 (including intensive, economical, delicate).
- Number of temperature modes: 5.
- Noise: 42 dB.
- Weight: 53 kg.
- Average cost: from 108 rubles.
Pros:
- There is a 50% load. You can start washing without accumulating dishes – the machine in half mode will save water and electricity.
- A large set of programs – it is possible to choose the optimal mode for specific pollution.
- The device is completely protected from leaks – this ensures maximum safety of equipment in terms of flooding.
- There is a water purity sensor. Thanks to sensors, the system completes the wash ahead of time – if the water becomes clear. This approach also saves resources.
It was not possible to find shortcomings in this high-quality and expensive PMM. Unless there is an automatic determination of water hardness in it and the cost is high for the average consumer.
Conclusions
Summing up:
- The choice of red lovers is small – a few brands offer dishwashers of this color.
- All PMMs with red cases are free-standing models. Most of the red cars are compact.
Those who want to add bright accents to the interior of their kitchen should choose PMM from a modest assortment. Most consumers prefer white, black and silver cars, red ones are much less – obviously, this explains the meager choice.