The Bauknecht washing machine is not very widespread on the home appliance market of the Russian Federation, but nevertheless you will openly find several models for sale, so we consider it our duty to tell you everything about this technique. Moreover, the situation may change at any moment and, perhaps, tomorrow the market will be flooded with washing machines of this brand. You will find out where these AGRs are made, what are their features, which models are found in stores and whether they are worth buying.
Bauknecht: what kind of company, who is the manufacturer?
The Bauknecht machine is well-known to our buyer as German technology, but is that so? Initially, the brand really originated in Germany, but later became part of the world-famous American concern Whirlpool Group. By the way, the Virpul association also owns such well-known brands as Indesit, Ignis, Stinol and others. The country of manufacture depends on the type of equipment - online stores and Russian retail outlets get washers collected in Slovakia offline. Knowing how the Slovaks collect Virpul, Indesit and Bosch well, you can count on good quality, and at an affordable price.
Features of Bauknecht washing machines
Consider the key points regarding the washing machines of this brand. This is not to say that the manufacturer has implemented something special in his technology, but even the demanding customer will discover something new in these washing machines.
Dynamic intelligence
This technology is aimed at flawless washing, providing optimal consumption of water and electricity, depending on the load of linen. We can say that this system is a kind of analogue of 6 Sense from Whirlpool, which is not surprising for the products of one concern.
Green Intelligence - Mind and Saving
Another solution that saves up to 50% of water during washing, accurately determining the load of linen. When the drum is only partially loaded, the machine can save up to 38 liters of water compared to the standard cycle. This is not only beneficial to the user, but also beneficial for nature, because we are talking about significant savings in valuable natural resources!
EcoStyle
In Europe, environmental technologies have always been at their peak. So, the EcoStyle line of cars can save up to 30% electricity in class A - in comparison with similar class A models.
SmartSelect - simple and clear
Operation of the equipment does not cause difficulties due to the simple SmartSelect user interface, which facilitates the selection of the program based on key parameters: fabric type, color, etc. The user can also adjust the spin speed of the drum itself.
Rational use of powder
Detergents - powders and gels simply “melt” with frequent washing. Based on this, the developers have created a special smart dispenser for models with front loading type - with it, powder costs are guaranteed to be reduced by a third. To save on powder, it is enough to determine the program, indicate the type of fabric, choose the degree of contamination and the type of household chemicals - the machine will do the rest by calculating the necessary dosage. In addition to the technology described, the machines use EcoTank and EcoBall systems, which prevent the removal of poorly dissolved powder particles from the tank.
ProSilent Brushless Motor - 10 Years Warranty
Direct drive motors, which LG introduced for the first time, are now installed by many self-respecting companies. Brushless motors are quiet in operation, economical and do not create unnecessary vibrations. Moreover, such a motor is more efficient than a traditional one with a belt drive, therefore it easily gives out up to 1400 revolutions per minute during the spin cycle. The 10-year warranty also duplicates the marketing move of Elji and extends to all direct-drive engines. By the way, models with vertical loading also often have modern engines that reduce the wear of parts and make the equipment even more stable.
The motor, in conjunction with intelligent programs, was called “Zen Technology”, which guarantees noiselessness and energy saving.
Model Overview
Today on the market there are only a few models, both with vertical and front-loading, we will consider how their device differs, what characteristics await potential buyers and what is the pricing policy for the brand model.
TBKR 70220 - vertical automatic machine
A stable snow-white car with vertical loading, which can be found in at least a dozen popular online stores in the price range from 25,000 to 46,000 rubles.
Description of parameters:
- Maximum load: up to 7 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +++.
- Number of programs: 14 pcs., Including Economy 19 L, Office clothes, Wool, Jeans, Sports and others.
- Tank: plastic.
On a note! Do not think that a plastic tank is bad. Yes, it is less durable, but not so noisy, and also has excellent maintainability. Moreover, stainless steel tanks are exclusively in the Premium class in the AGR, and if we are talking about buying in the middle price segment, then plastic is normal.
- TEN: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: against leaks, from foaming and imbalance of the drum.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / B.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided.
- Delayed launch: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Additional functionality: preservation of freshness, prewash, intensive rinsing, Pro Silent motor, active door handle, cancellation of the spin, the function of reloading linen.
- Warranty: 1 year.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 90x40x60 cm.
Note that this is one of the few vertical boxes with a large digital display that will show you the remaining wash time and help fine-tune the program settings.
Pros:
- Lots of programs.
- Direct drive motor.
- Easy operation.
Minuses:
- Partial leakage protection (housing only).
Bauknecht WCMC 64523 - saves water
Frontal classic SMA with good parameters:
- Maximum load: up to 6 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy efficiency class: A +++ (A - 30%).
- Number of programs: 18 pcs., Including Fast 15 minutes, E-Cotton, Wool, Hand and others.
- Tank: plastic.
- TEN: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: from leaks (partial), from foaming and imbalance of the drum.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / B.
- Water consumption per cycle: 45 liters.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed launch: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Noise washing / spin: 59/75 dB.
- Additional functionality: chromed sunroof, Eco Ball, Green Intelligence.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 85x60x47 cm.
Pros marked by customers (reviews):
- Decent European assembly.
- It’s clear how to use it - a simple instruction.
- Modern design.
- When spinning, it does not skip even at maximum speeds.
- Truly 15 minute fast wash.
- Deep drum.
Of the minuses, users noted the cost, which is at the level of 18,500 rubles - having analyzed the market, our experts did not particularly agree with this opinion.
WA 954 - quiet, roomy model with fast spin
Another front camera, but more expensive - with a definition Premium In the title.
- Maximum load: up to 9 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1400 rpm.
- Spin adjustment: 400–800–1000–1200–1400 (step - 200 revolutions).
- Energy efficiency class: A +++ (A - 50%).
- Number of programs: 19 pcs., Including Delicate, Economy, Jeans, Sports, Stain Removal, etc.
- Tank: plastic.
- TEN: stainless steel.
- Quick wash: provided.
- Types of protection: against leaks (partial), against foaming and imbalance of the drum, protection against children.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / A.
- Management: selector and buttons (electronic).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed launch: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Noise wash / spin: 48/68 dB.
- Additional functionality: direct drive, eco-monitor, Green Intelligence, washing temperature selection.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 85x60x64 cm.
On a note! On the Czech site offering this model, it is indicated that the engine warranty is not 10, but as much as 20 years. As with the guarantee in the Russian Federation, it is worthwhile to find out directly when buying from a particular seller.
WAT 820 - vertical 6.5 kg
Another SMA with a non-standard, but so desirable for many buyers loading from above. It costs almost twice as much as the above model, but it can be a little more:
- Maximum load: up to 6.5 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1200 rpm.
- Energy Efficiency Class: A ++.
- Number of programs: 17 pcs., Including Delicate, Fast, Stain Removal, etc.
- Tank: plastic.
- TEN: stainless steel.
- Types of protection: against leaks (partial), against foaming and imbalance of the drum, protection against children.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / B.
- Management: selector and buttons (intelligent).
- Display: provided, digital.
- Delayed launch: yes, up to 24 hours.
- Noise washing / spin: 51/72 dB.
- Additional functionality: selection of washing temperature, wheels for transportation, Soft Opening (smooth opening of the cusps of the drum).
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 90x40x60 cm.
If we compare the 2 described vertical AGRs, then this one only has 3 programs more, and the display is smaller, and you can not find this vertical in every store, and there are practically no reviews on the network. So you have to take it at your own peril and risk if you decide to buy.
Conclusions
We summarize our study:
- “Bauknecht” is the same as “Virpul”, you can safely choose from a wider range of “Virpul” and do not chase 4 models from the same concern.
- There are very few models; there are 4–5 variants on sale.
- All AGRs are economical.
- A large set of useful programs.
- Inverter motors with a long warranty.
- Cheap BMA Bauknecht can not be called, rather, this is the middle price segment.