{"id":1048,"date":"2025-04-09T11:53:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T11:53:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homindia.in\/?p=1048"},"modified":"2025-04-09T11:53:31","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T11:53:31","slug":"washing-machine-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/shopping\/washing-machine-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Washing Machine Buying Guide- Things to Look While Purchasing a Washing Machine"},"content":{"rendered":"

With so many models & brands present in market, It\u2019s very tough to choose a single product.<\/span><\/p>\n

In below section we are going to discuss what you should you look while purchasing washing machine. We are going to list all factors regarding washing machine you should consider. We hope with some knowledge, you\u2019ll invest on right item.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Choose a Washing Machine?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Washing Capacity<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Choosing the right capacity for your home is very crucial because it can save electricity, water as well as effort. If you do a lot of laundry or you have a large family then it is very important to have a large capacity washing machine because it can reduce the number of loads you have to do.<\/span><\/p>\n

Washing Machine in India comes with a large variety of capacity. It varies from 5.8 Kg to 12 Kg.<\/span><\/p>\n

Usually, the front loading washing machine always reduces the number of the load because it has 20%-30% more space than top-loading and it doesn\u2019t have any agitator inside to seize space.<\/span><\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Family Size<\/span><\/th>\nCapacity<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Single or Bachelor<\/span><\/td>\n6 KG<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Couples<\/span><\/td>\n7 KG<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Small Families (3 to 4 members)<\/span><\/td>\n8 KG<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medium Families (4 to 7 members)<\/span><\/td>\n9 KG<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Large Families (more than 7)<\/span><\/td>\n10 KG<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Function Types<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are two types of washing machines in terms of function, one is semi-automatic, and other is fully automatic. In Semi-Automatic you need to add your clothes in one tub for washing and need to transfer these washed cloths to dryer tub for drying.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is no manual intervention in the Fully Automatic washing machine. It is more suited for you if you are very busy at work. Just put all your garments at once and it will automatically do all the washing process. These types of washing machines always have more space inside for clothes than a semi-automatic.<\/span><\/p>\n

Energy Efficiency<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Energy Efficiency is the most important factor to look before buying any washing machine. Front Load washing machines are usually more energy-efficient than top-loading because it has more space inside, it reduces the number of loads you need to do laundry hence it helps in saving electricity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Energy Star Rating Washing Machines always use 30% less electricity than the other washing machines.<\/span><\/p>\n

If there is no Energy Star Rating on the washing machine description, there is always power consumption written on any model.<\/span><\/p>\n

Load Types<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are two types of washing machines load, one is top-loading and the other is front loading. The top loader is very easy to use because you don\u2019t need to bend like we need to bend in the front-loading washing machines to load clothes. It also washes your clothes in a very short time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Front Load washing machine is greater than the top load in many aspects like wash quality, the top load can damage your clothes because of the agitator. You can also adjust the front loader anywhere because of its dimension.<\/span><\/p>\n

Water Efficiency<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Using the right amount of water is very important in every wash of clothes. Water efficiency in the washing machine is important because it saves water bill and sustains water for the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

A front-loading washing machine is ahead of top-loading in water efficiency because front loaders have an inbuilt system to detect the right amount of water required to wash your clothes but top loaders don\u2019t have this kind of facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, front loaders use almost half the amount of water than top-loading washing machines.<\/span><\/p>\n

Electricity Consumption<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Every washing machine has a different electrical power requirement. Especially in India, many houses have not the right power breaker facility for some kind of washing machine.<\/span><\/p>\n

A wrong electrical outlet may heat some components even of the best washing machine and may cause damage.<\/span><\/p>\n

To prevent any kind of electric damage, you need to check the power requirement of your washing machine and then install a power breaker according to requirements. It is the best way to prevent any damage.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t find the machine\u2019s electrical requirements online, call the manufacturer\u2019s technical support team and ask about this.<\/span><\/p>\n

Washing Method<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are five types of washing machine\u2019s mechanisms on which all washing machine work and clean your clothes.<\/span><\/p>\n