Washing machine buying guide
Waching machine guide
Washing machines these days come laden with a lot of features and functionalities. Most machines come packed with features such as quick wash, protective rat mesh, child lock, hot wash/ temperature control, digital display and so on. Choosing the right one that meets your requirements can be a very time-consuming and tough task.This washing machine buying guide helps make it easier to choose a washing machine.
Types of washing machines
When buying a new washing machine, the first thing is to understand the 3 types of machines available. This buying guide will help you to find one that best matches your requirement.
Semi-automatic washing machines
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Separate tubs for washing and drying
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Pause the machine to scrub clothes manually
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Requires human intervention
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Lesser power consumption
Top-load fully automatic washing machine
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Easy to use
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Economical
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Consume less space and power
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Fewer wash programs
Front-load fully automatic washing machine
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Gentle on clothes
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Able to handle larger loads
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More wash programs and faster drum rotating speed
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Advanced features like child lock, hot water supply, etc.
Tips for buying a washing machine
Washing machine tips to find out which one is the best for you
| Type of washing machine | Opt if you are |
|---|---|
| Semi-automatic washing machine | On a tight budget and are prioritising energy saving |
| Top-load fully automatic washing machine | Looking for great value for money |
| Front-load fully automatic washing machine | If you are looking for the best wash quality and convenience |
How to determine the best capacity washing machine for your home
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Capacity
Number of clothes
Ideal family size
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6 – 6.5 kg
1 bed sheet
2 shirts
2 jeans
2 small towels
2 pillowcasesBachelor or couples
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7 kg
3 shirts
3 jeans
1 bed sheet
2 small towels
2 pillowcases3-4-member small family
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8 kg
4 shirts
3 jeans
1 bedsheet
3 small towels
3 pillowcases4-5-member family
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10 kg and more
3 shirts
3 jeans
2 bedsheet
6 small towels
6 pillowcasesLarge Indian family with 5 plus members.
Check the wash programs in your washing machine
This is meant for your everyday fabric. It removes stains and dirt from cottons, linen, bedsheets, towels, shirts, jeans, underclothes, etc.
This is meant for delicate fabric. It gently washes fabrics like silk, wool or anything that has a gentle wash on the tag.
This is meant for small load of lightly soiled clothes. It has a faster spin speed, that washes and dries quickly. It is generally a 30 minutes cycle.
This wash type is suitable for fabrics that are breathable, waterproof or windproof.
This is a much milder version than the regular wash cycle. The temperature in being lower makes it more gentle on your clothes.
It is meant to be used for woollen garments. The load is typically very less in this cycle. It washes the clothes gently and on lower water temperature.
This wash cycle is suitable for washing baby’s clothes. It ensures that no detergent residue is left on clothes and they remian odour and bacteria free
Features to look for when you’re buying a new washing machine
The higher the RPM, the faster it rotates to remove water from clothes. It is especially useful during monsoon season.
This feature automatically manages wash cycle, water temperature, spin and rinse speed.
It gives one the option to wash their laundry quickly. Depending on the machine, it can wash and dry clothes in 15 to 30 minutes.
Bubbles produced help to go deeper into the fabric for a better quality wash
Most machines have 3 temperature options for washing. Cold: For fabrics that are delicate, Warm: for everyday wash and Hot: Hot wash for hard stains
Some machines come equipped with displays that convey information such as time left till cycle completion and washing stage.
Time delay is a great feature for those who want to customise their washing time. It helps delay washing up to 0 to 24 hours.
Extended warranty
Once you’ve identified the washing machine of your choice, ensure that it comes with a good after-sales service. If you can, do opt for additional warranty too. Read on to know how these 2 factors can help you.
- With all defects and malfunctions covered, use your device for longer
- At-home service by professional technicians
- Help you to lower additional costs/expenses
How to shop on the Bajaj Finserv EMI Network
Step 1: Visit a partner store and pick the latest washing machineStep 2: Use your EMI Network Card at the checkout or opt for in-store financing
Step 3: Select a repayment tenor and convert your purchase into easy EMIs
To avail this service, you can check your pre-approved offer and get instant approval within minutes. Following this, all you need to do is submit basic KYC documents and a cancelled cheque to complete your application.
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