8 best vertical washing machines

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The variety of shapes and types of washing machines that the modern market offers allows you to ideally integrate a home assistant into any interior. In confined spaces, top-loading washing machines are especially relevant. Experts have compiled for you a rating of the best washing machines, guided by the most important signs. For your convenience, we have divided the review into two parts according to the volume of the machine load and the type of wash.

Rating of the best vertical washing machines

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best vertical washing machines (depth up to 45 cm.)	1	Snow White XPB 45-968S	–
	2	Assol XPB50-880S	–
	3	VolTek Rainbow CM-2 Blue	RUB 2,578
The best vertical washing machines (depth up to 60 cm.)	1	Zanussi ZWQ 61226 WI	RUB 25,590
	2	AEG L 56 126 TL	RUB 41,823
	3	Indesit ITW D 51052 W	RUB 23,763
	4	Electrolux EWT 1066 EOW	RUB 29 630
	5	Slavda WS-80PET	RUB 5,449

The best vertical washing machines (depth up to 45 cm.)

To begin with, consider the three models of domestic-made vertical washing machines. All of them are of the activator type. This type of machine has its own advantages over drum machines, contrary to stereotypes. Last but not least, their advantage is their affordable price.

The general features of the machine models listed in the group are as follows:

1. freestanding installation type;

2. activator type of washing;

3. vertical loading of linen;

4. possibility of additional loading of linen during washing;

5. no drying;

6. plastic tank;

7. mechanical control;

8. no protection against water leaks.

Snow White XPB 45-968S

Rating: 4.8

The washing machine of the domestic trade mark Snow White XPB 45-968S is made in China. Its dimensions are 63x39x76 cm (super slim, less than 40 cm wide), weight – 24 kg. Body color – white.

The type of washing in it is activator, the maximum load of laundry is 4.5 kg. When operating at full capacity, it consumes up to 150 kW of electricity. This is a pretty good indicator, allowing it to be classified as energy efficiency class 'A'. The duration of the normative cycle is 15 minutes.

The total capacity of the tank is 30 liters, the maximum loading capacity of the centrifuge for spinning is 3.8 kg. The maximum spin speed is 1500 rpm.

Advantages

• elementary operation;

• high-quality spin;

• optimal for temporary use;

disadvantages

• flimsy build.

Assol XPB50-880S

Rating: 4.7

Another domestic activator-type washing machine is also produced in China. Made in an unobtrusive white color from composite plastic with dimensions 69x40x84 cm and weighing 18 kg. Divided into two compartments – for washing and for spinning. Operated by three mechanical rotary controls. Energy class – 'A'.

Maximum load of laundry – 5 kg. Loading of the centrifuge for spinning – 4 kg (spin class – B, 1320 rpm). The machine has a fluff filter for coarse filtration of coarse fractions in water.

This model has the feature of a water drain hose. Depending on the location of the drain, it may need to be modified or altered.

Advantages

• reliable and trouble-free;

• washes and squeezes with high quality;

• high-quality wash in cold water;

• affordable price;

disadvantages

• confuses small things.

VolTek Rainbow CM-2 Blue

Rating: 4.6

Washing machine of activator type VolTek Raduga CM-2 Blue is produced in Russia. This model is very budgetary even compared to other samples, but it is capable of a lot. Its dimensions are 42x35x62 cm, it is made in blue in a plastic-metal case. The unit weighs only 8 kg.

The machine consumes 175 W of electricity at full power and is mechanically controlled by means of switches (push-button, rotary-push-button, rotary). It should be noted right away that this model is compact, and the load volume of linen is limited to two kilograms (technologically, half load is allowed). The duration of the standard wash cycle is 15 minutes. The temperature can be set separately using a mechanical regulator.

VolTek Rainbow CM-2 Blue has water and foam level controls. There is a reversible mode and a rotary-short-time. The control panel is not child-proof.

Advantages

• ease of use;

• delicately washes linen;

• affordable price;

disadvantages

• build quality.

The best vertical washing machines (depth up to 60 cm.)

The second group of washing machines in our rating is machines with a depth of up to 60 cm. The shape and dimensions of most of them allow them to be installed in conditions of a lack of free space and are convenient to operate without restrictions. All of them include the following general technical characteristics: <

1. vertical loading type;

2. additional loading of linen;

3. no drying function;

4. there is a digital display;

5. touch intelligent control (except Slavda WS-80PET).

Zanussi ZWQ 61226 WI

Rating: 4.9

Washing machines of the Italian brand Zanussi ZWQ 61226 WI are produced in Poland. This is a high-quality and reliable unit made in a laconic design in a white casing with dimensions of 40x60x89 cm. The tank material is durable plastic.

The maximum load capacity of this model is 6 kg. There is a program for washing wool and a number of specialized programs: wash for delicate fabrics, economy wash, wash program for mixed fabrics, quick wash, prewash. The spin speed is up to 1200 rpm. The spin speed can be selected or canceled altogether.

The machine has built-in leakage protection sensors, imbalance control, and foam level control. The start of work can be delayed using a timer. The water temperature can also be adjusted with a simple regulator.

Zanussi ZWQ 61226 WI belongs to the high energy efficiency class 'A ++'. Washing efficiency class – 'A', spin efficiency class – 'B'. Nominal noise – 57 dB, at spinning – 76 dB.

Advantages

• stable;

• squeezes well;

• easy to use.

disadvantages

• annoying, incessant signal of the end of washing.

AEG L 56 126 TL

Rating: 4.8

AEG is an international manufacturer of a variety of household appliances, including washing machines. The AEG L 56126 TL model is produced in Poland. This is a classic unit with a white top cover in a 40x60x89 cm case. This model is slightly more functional than the previous two, and it will become clear why later.

The maximum load of laundry into the machine is 6 kg. The machine washes well (washing class 'A') and extracts (washing class 'B'). Extremely economical in terms of electricity consumption (class 'A ++'). In the spinning mode, the centrifuge rotation speed reaches 1200 rpm. The rotation speed can be changed or completely canceled.

The AEG L 56126 TL has improved safety compared to many other budget models. So, here is implemented partial protection against water leaks from the body, there is an imbalance control and protection from children. The foam level is also controlled by special sensors.

The preset wash programs are as follows: Wool, Delicates, Economy, Anti-crease, Jeans, Mixed, Super Rinse, Quick Wash, Prewash. The start of any program can be delayed using a timer (up to 20 hours). The temperature can be selected automatically. An acoustic signal sounds at the end of the wash.

This model also has such convenient options as a compartment for liquid detergent, automatic positioning of the drum and smooth opening of the flaps.

Advantages

• extremely quiet;

• simple and intuitive control;

• the drum itself 'parks'.

disadvantages

• the power button does not immediately turn on the device.

Indesit ITW D 51052 W

Rating: 4.7

Washing machines of the Italian machine-building company Indesit of the ITW D 51052 W brand are produced in Slovakia. Externally, it is a traditional vertical 'washer' in a snow-white case measuring 40x60x90 cm. The tank is made of high-quality durable plastic.

The maximum load of laundry in this model is 5 kg. There are the following modes (18 programs in total): delicate fabrics, jeans, mixed fabrics, quick wash, prewash, silk, wool program. The start of any program can be delayed up to 24 hours using a timer.

In a separate compartment, spinning is carried out at a centrifuge speed of up to 1000 rpm (efficiency class 'C'). The spin speed can be adjusted or canceled completely.

Washing efficiency class – 'A'. In terms of energy efficiency, this model is similar to the previous one – 'A ++'. The temperature can be freely adjusted.

Of the useful options, this model contains almost all those that are in the AEG L 56126 TL with minor differences. This model also implements partial protection against water leaks, there is an imbalance control, there are foam level sensors.

Unlike the previous model, there is no child protection here.

Advantages

• very quiet operation;

• stable;

• trouble-free.

disadvantages

• no sound signal of the end of work;

• faulty rinse.

Electrolux EWT 1066 EOW

Rating: 4.7

Washing machines of the Swedish brand Electrolux EWT 1066 EOW are produced in Poland. This unit also differs little fundamentally in appearance from other modern top-loading washing machines. Its dimensions are 40x60x89 cm, the body color is white. The tank is made of reinforced plastic.

The maximum load of laundry in this model is 6 kg. The functionality includes many programs and modes: washing delicate fabrics, economical washing, preventing creasing, washing jeans, sportswear, down clothes, super rinsing, quick wash, prewash, wool, silk. The start of work can be delayed using a timer. The water temperature can be manually selected. At the end of the work, an audible signal sounds.

This model is slightly less energy efficient than the previous two – it belongs to the 'A +' class. As for the efficiency of the washing itself, here the class is the same – 'A'. Spin efficiency – 'C' with rotation speed up to 1000 rpm. The spin speed can be manually adjusted or canceled.

Of the useful options in this model are implemented: partial protection against leaks, child protection, imbalance control, foam level control, automatic drum positioning. There is a compartment for liquid detergent.

The noise of the machine should not exceed 57 dB, in the spin mode – 74 dB. The nominal water consumption for a single wash is 46 liters.

Advantages

• drum auto-positioning;

• many programs;

• combination of price and quality.

disadvantages

• annoying squeak at the end of the wash (does not turn off).

Slavda WS-80PET

Rating: 4.6

The Slavda WS-80PET activator washing machine is manufactured in Russia. This is an extremely simple and easy-to-use device, and in many respects this is its main advantages. There is simply nothing to break in it, since it does not even contain a heating element. Dimensions – 82x47x90 cm, made in a laconic white case with blue elements.

The maximum load of the machine is 8 kg of laundry, it is mechanically controlled using simple rotary switches. There is no protection against children, as well as protection against leaks, but, according to user reviews, leaks do not happen to it.

There are only two washing programs implemented – main and for delicate fabrics. The start time can be delayed by setting the time on the timer. The spin speed is 1350 rpm.

Advantages

• extreme ease of management;

• perfectly washes laundry;

• universal;

• optimal for the private sector without central water supply;

• the most affordable price.

disadvantages

• there are no pronounced shortcomings taking into account the class of the car.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.