Washing machines have become an integral part of our daily lives, and manually washing clothes has become a thing of the past. With new advanced features, washing machines significantly reduce the effort that goes into washing clothes. With various models and brands available in the market, it can be a daunting task to pick the best one.
You have to consider several factors such as the front load washing machine price, its features, frequency of use, size, etc. A few things you have to keep in mind before making your first purchase are:
- Loading type: There are two kinds of washing machines: top load and front load washing machines. As the name suggests, is a top load washing machine, the clothes are loaded from the top, and in the front load machine, the drum sits horizontally, so you can load the machine from the front. While both have their own advantages and disadvantages, front load washing machines are more advanced in terms of their features like timer, child lock, hot/cold water supply and more than 30 wash programs. Front-load washing machines' prices range from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 50,000 for the top brands.
- Function type: Based on their functionality, washing machines can be divided into semi-automatic and fully automatic machines. The former falls in the more economical price range but requires more manual work and human intervention. It has two tubs -- a dryer and a washer, and clothes have to be physically removed from one and put in the other. The 7.2Kgs top load Samsung semi-automatic washing machine with a center jet pulsator comes at a price of Rs. 13,100.
- Capacity: Depending on your needs and requirements, you can go for a small or large capacity machine. Typically, for a family of four, 6 to 7 kgs capacity should suffice.
Various brands like Whirlpool, Samsung, LG, and Bosch provide advanced washing machines to consumers. Keeping the above points in mind, you can make a better, more informed decision while purchasing your new washing machine.
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