Washing machines with a large capacity wash 2-3 times more laundry at a time than conventional washing machines. Washing machine 13 kg not only can wash a large family, but also can become an excellent assistant in salons, cafes, boarding houses. We will find out which brands offer large CMAs, what their load is and why they are of interest to the average consumer.
Overview of CMA with a load of 13 kg
Blankets, pillows, sleeping bags, pet beds, curtains, travel backpacks, household textiles, rugs and other large items are very difficult to keep clean. They have to be carried to the laundry or cleaned by hand – in the first case, time and money are wasted, in the second, time and effort, and the result of manual labor is doubtful.
CMA with big drums help solve the problem of dirty bulky things. Their features:
- The diameter of the hatch is 1,5–2 times larger than that of conventional full-size washers.
- The capacity of the device affects its overall dimensions, weight, water consumption, energy consumption. SMAs from 13 kg are weighty, and therefore stable, not prone to vibrations.
- Most SMA giants are equipped with a dryer – the machines act as a mini-laundry.
LG F1255RDS7 – with drying and with Smart Diagnosis
Stand-alone frontal SMA with 17 kg load. This is the largest machine on our list of super-capacity washing machines. A direct-drive inverter motor is installed here – this solution makes the operation of the machine almost silent, increases its service life. An apparatus with a large hatch, its diameter is 58 cm, which is almost twice as large as in a conventional SMA. The tank is made of plastic – this has a positive effect on the cost of the machine and its noiselessness.
- Capacity: 17 kg.
- Drying: up to 9 kg.
- Spin speed: 1200 rpm.
- Number of programs: 12 pcs. (including Eco cotton, duvet, daily wash, sportswear, fast 30).
- Energy efficiency class: C.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Safety: Leak proof, child proof, imbalance and foam control.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 69x77x98 cm.
- Weight: 94 kg.
Benefits and features:
- Very large hatch. The door opens 170 degrees. Everything is done in such a way as to make it as easy as possible to load large items – blankets, pillows, down jackets, etc.
- There is a mobile diagnostics Smart Diagnosis. This function allows you to determine the cause of the breakdown of the machine using a smartphone – independently or with the help of a service center operator. This function is able to recognize 85 different breakdowns.
- Technology “6 movements of care”. bubble drum LG 6 Motion is able to perform 6 different movements – this is not the case in other CMAs – this is LG technology. The rotations adapt to different types of fabrics and to different volumes of laundry. The goal is high-quality and at the same time gentle washing.
- There are many informative indicators on the control panel – they notify users about the door lock, about the operation of the machine, about errors, etc.
- There is a steam wash function – perfectly removes dirt.
Disadvantages:
- The device is very large and heavy – users complain. But its loading is 2-5 times more than other SMAs. When buying such a car, you need to have a place to place it. Such an apparatus will not fit into every door – sometimes you even have to disassemble the door frames in order to bring a giant typewriter into the bathroom.
- There are comments on the build quality. So, in particular, the top cover makes noise on the spin cycle. There is also noise and vibration during rinsing.
This huge machine is being sold at a suspiciously low price. At the same time, it is filled with innovations and has luxurious functionality, as befits a representative of the most popular Korean brand. An excellent mini-laundry for a large family – will wash, wring, dry. But the main purpose of such devices is the use for commercial purposes.
The Korean brand LG offers another heavy-loading model, the F1K2CH2T. It is also designed for 17 kg, but its tank is made of stainless steel. It costs four times more than the analogue with a plastic tank – from 83 to 700 rubles.
SMA for 16 kg are found in the German brand Honey. These are models PW6167 and PW6107. These devices are professional and are extremely expensive; it is unprofitable to buy such a washer for home use. So, the cost of PW6167 is approximately 1,2 million rubles.
Daewoo DWC-PHU12Y1P – with bubble wash
Stand-alone frontal machine with 15 kg load. In this spacious machine, you can not only wash, but also dry your clothes. The machine is controlled by touch – just touch the control panel with your finger. There is a display – on it the user sees all the necessary information about the operation of the device. The tank is made of plastic, it is not as strong and durable as steel, but this does not affect the quality of the washer in any way.
- Capacity: 15 kg.
- Drying: up to 8 kg.
- Spin speed: 1200 rpm.
- Number of programs: 14 pcs. (including direct injection, economy wash, baby wash, down wash, super rinse, quick wash).
- Energy efficiency class: C.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Safety: Leak proof, child proof, imbalance and foam control.
- Weight: 84 kg.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 63x77x99 cm.
Advantages:
- Drying by residual moisture, not by timer. The linen is dried qualitatively – to a certain percentage of humidity. There are 5 programs for drying.
- There is a bubble wash that allows you to delicately remove the most difficult dirt.
- There is a spin cancel.
- There is a compartment for liquid powder and automatic dosage of detergents.
- Works very quietly.
- Intuitive control – users write that “everything is clear without instructions.”
Users have not yet reported about the shortcomings of this model. It is noted that she has “an unrealistic value for money” – in a positive sense.
The brand has an almost similar model, but without drying – Daewoo DWD-PHF12ZP. She has a higher energy class – A. It costs less than CMA with a dryer – from 47 to 090 rubles.
Samsung WD1142XVR – with drum illumination
This bright SMA for 14 kg is also from a Korean manufacturer. “Самсунг» represents the model with drying and inverter motor. Today, almost all Korean washers are equipped with such a motor – silent and capable of quickly changing the speed of rotation. The control panel is equipped with a digital display.
- Capacity: 14 kg.
- Drying: 7 kg.
- Spin speed: 1200 rpm.
- Number of programs: 13 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, economical wash, washing children’s and sportswear, super rinse, quick wash, stain removal program).
- Energy efficiency class: C.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Safety: Leak proof, child proof, imbalance and foam control.
- Weight: 102 kg.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 69x82x99 cm.
Advantages:
- Thanks to the inverter motor and direct drive, the machine is highly efficient and runs almost silently.
- There is a fast program.
- There is a drum light.
- There is a self-cleaning function Eco Drum Clean. Here you don’t have to empty the SMA without underwear and with special liquids to clean the internal surfaces. The machine cleans itself, and for this it does not need chemicals.
- There is an air-bubble wash – a technology that improves the quality of washing. It consists in saturating the water with air bubbles.
- Stylish design and quality build.
Disadvantages:
- This machine holds less laundry than the previous ones, but surpasses them in weight, its weight is more than a centner.
- There is no memory in case of a power outage – if the lights are turned off, the programs are canceled, then you have to turn them on again.
- High water consumption – for a full cycle, the device spends 379 liters.
- Very large dimensions – does not pass through the doorway 60 cm.
Samsung is always at the forefront of innovation. Large, medium, or small SMAs are all state of the art technology. At first glance, the version is great, and consumer reviews confirm this. But there are economic issues. The machine is expensive for water – it is more suitable for those who do not have water meters.
Hoover DWFT 413 AH – economical and with steam function
Machine for 13 kg from the American brand Hoover. It can be controlled via the Internet. On the panel – touch buttons. This control option is more “advanced”, but older people do not like it. However, few pensioners will be interested in a 13 kg washer – this model is more suitable for a large family.
- Capacity: 13 kg.
- Spin speed: 1400 rpm.
- Number of programs: 12 pcs. (including quick wash, for heavily soiled items).
- Energy efficiency class: A+++.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / B.
- Safety: Leak proof, child proof, imbalance and foam control.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x67x85 cm.
Advantages:
- There is a weighing – the water and the program time are calculated by the system, taking into account the amount of laundry placed in the drum.
- Informative display – shows the time until the end of the cycle and other important information.
- High-quality spin – at a speed of 1400 rpm, the laundry is almost dry.
- The body is assembled with high quality, there is an inverter motor.
- You can manually adjust the settings.
Disadvantages:
- It is noisy when spinning. The device is powerful, noise is also heard during filling and draining.
According to reviews, SMA, designed for 13 kg, is enough to serve a small cafe – they wash staff uniforms, tablecloths, and other textiles. To work every day for several hours, you need to be a reliable and hardy machine. The main disadvantage of this model is a noisy spin (80 dB, other models usually have 71-74 dB), because of this, it is not suitable for people who react irritably to noise.
There are few reviews about this model, the brand is not the most famous, it is not available everywhere. Usually such machines are bought on a reliable recommendation. In families with children, these cars just “found themselves”. Where you need to wash a lot and with high quality, Hoover DWFT 413 AH is in its place. The machine is ideal for a home that has a lot of large light things.
Whirlpool 3LWTW 4705 – vertical
Vertical washing machine 15 kg. In machines with this type of loading, laundry is loaded through the top – for many it seems more convenient than crouching and bending down to fill the drum. A machine for those who prefer push-button control – there is no touch panel, only buttons and a rotary knob.
- Capacity: 15 kg.
- Spin speed: 660 rpm.
- Number of programs: 11 pcs. (including quick wash 15′, light iron, extra rinse, intensive program, delicate fabrics, durable fabrics).
- Energy efficiency class: A+.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / E.
- Safety: partial leakage protection, imbalance and foam control.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 70x69x107 cm.
Advantages:
- Does not need to be anchored to the floor. Stable and does not vibrate.
- The tank and drum are made of stainless steel with the addition of titanium. Thanks to the latter, the strength and durability of steel products are increased.
- The technology “sixth sense” is used, which optimizes resources in accordance with the load.
Disadvantages:
- High price.
LG TWINWash TW7000DS – set of two machines
This model has two drums. Here, a large load is obtained thanks to two machines – one of them is full-size – for 17 kg, the second – mini for 3,5 kg. You can wash two drums at the same time. There are no mechanical buttons, the device is controlled by a light touch – sensors are installed. The tank is plastic – due to this, there is less noise during operation.
- Capacity: 17 + 3,5 kg.
- Spin speed: 1400 rpm.
- Number of programs: 14 pcs. (including night wash, anti-crease, sportswear, down wash, super rinse, quick wash, stain remover, steam).
- Energy efficiency class: A.
- Washing / spinning classes: A / C.
- Safety: Leak proof, child proof, imbalance and foam control.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 70x84x135 cm.
Advantages:
- Direct drive, inverter motor – high efficiency, low noise, drum speed control.
- There is self-cleaning. As needed, the drum is self-cleaning – there is no smell, germs, mold, and at the same time the user does not need to use special cleaning products.
- Possibility to create your own program.
- High quality washing, also thanks to TrueSteam steam washing.
- High-quality rinsing of clothes – thanks to TurboWash jet rinsing.
Disadvantages:
- Big weight. The device weighs almost 150 kg.
- Overpriced – according to consumers.
- Large consumption of water and electricity.
As long as you have to wash whites separately from colored ones, and wool and silk separately from cotton, everyone would like to have a two-compartment machine. In one – for 17 kg – you can wash large things, in the other – for 3,5 kg – expensive linen, T-shirts or shirts. Linen does not have to “stand in line”, and the user saves time. On the other hand, for the money spent, you can buy 3-4 ordinary washers.
This is an expensive device and it will suit those for whom its cost will not be critical. The device is controversial – some like its beauty, practicality and functionality, others consider it a waste of money. If it is convenient for you to put two washings at a time, then this model is for you.
Conclusions
Summing up:
- There are enough SMA models on the market from 13 to 17 kg. Most of them are from Korean manufacturers, and the undisputed leader in the production of large-volume washers is the brand Daewoo.
- Heavy-load machines can be professional and versatile, the latter can be used for home laundry or to service a small business. SMA with a capacity of 13 kg or more are in demand in large houses, boarding houses, cafes, beauty salons, etc. The main difference between professional machines and household washing machines is higher reliability.
- Almost all SMAs with a load of 13 and above are frontal. This is due to the design of vertical machines. If there are rare models of vertical heavy trucks, then these are professional cars.
- The bed linen set weighs about 2 kg. Loading 13 kg will allow you to wash several sets of clothes at a time, and there will still be room for towels.
SMA with a load of 13-17 kg are characterized by increased reliability – they are designed not only for large volumes of washing, but also for many years of service. The leaders in the production of washing machines with large drums are Korean brands, their machines are functional, full of innovations and at the same time affordable.