Bunkermagnet
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I'm not sure the equivelent machines have the same programming or options, but I know their group place Siemens as the more "upmarket" label. I also think they look slightly better too
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funkycoldmedina
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I'm just reviving an old thread. The door lock has gone on our 12yo Bosch washing machine. I think it's probably not worth repairing, though would be interested to know if it is.
As far as a new one I would like something equally as bomb proof as the Bosch. Reading through here, that's not Bosch any more but interested if Siemens is even though they're part of same group. I don't mind paying more for a Miele but how do you when they go above being entry level? Also, AEG any good.
As far as a new one I would like something equally as bomb proof as the Bosch. Reading through here, that's not Bosch any more but interested if Siemens is even though they're part of same group. I don't mind paying more for a Miele but how do you when they go above being entry level? Also, AEG any good.
chellie
Tour Winner
I bought the cheapest Miele at the time and it is coming up to 10 years old with no issues.
funkycoldmedina
Newbie
Thanks, I'm just worried the more recent models aren't quite as up to scratch as per bunkermagnet's post
Bunkermagnet
Journeyman Pro
The latest cheapest Mieles have a plastic outer drum as opposed to the stainless outer drum they used to have as do everything bar the cheapest ones. It's easy to tell, just fold the seal back at the drum and you will see either whitish plastic of shiny stainless steel.
The current Bosch are still ok, just not quite what they were....but then what is
AEG are part of the Electrolux group, and are generally Zanussi washing machines with a different fascia and door.
funkycoldmedina
Newbie
Thanks Bunkermagnet, I really appreciate the information. It's between the Siemens you linked earlier in the thread and a Miele.The latest cheapest Mieles have a plastic outer drum as opposed to the stainless outer drum they used to have as do everything bar the cheapest ones. It's easy to tell, just fold the seal back at the drum and you will see either whitish plastic of shiny stainless steel.
The current Bosch are still ok, just not quite what they were....but then what is
AEG are part of the Electrolux group, and are generally Zanussi washing machines with a different fascia and door.
need_my_wedge
Has Now Found His Wedgie
@Blue in Munich Our washing machine is on the go daily, and we run them into the ground. Have had Indesit, Bosch and Hotpoint, all done the job well. Current one is Hotpoint, no problems with it and got it for a very good price direct from Hotpoint using the Blue Light card NHS discount.
chellie
Tour Winner
I'd probably now go for the cheapest machine, whatever the make, with the longest guarantee.
GB72
Money List Winner
Slowly but surely, my appliances are changing to Hisense. Cheap as chips but the washing machine, dishwasher and TV have proved great value and the fridge to go in the new gym/bar garage conversion is likely to be the same.
Rooter
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Any fellow Samsung owners may love (or hate) this
fundy
Ryder Cup Winner
got to go white goods shopping this week, am now clued up on washing machines, any recommendations for dishwashers and fridge freezers, good or bad, TIA
chellie
Tour Winner
We have a Miele dishwasher. Again the basic model. Just checked prices though and OMG. Ours was no where near the prices for them now and it's not that old.
bigslice
Tour Winner
Lol a pleasant surprise when my did it fhe first timeWe got a Samsung Eccobubble. Under £400 and it sings when it is finished.
Beezerk
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Knew I’d seen a thread about this so rather than start a new one…
Our current washing machine is on the blink, what’s the current best ones to be looking at?
Our current washing machine is on the blink, what’s the current best ones to be looking at?
Yorkhacker
Well-known member
We've had a Bosch for nearly 6 years without any issues. Prior to that we had a Miele for 12 years which did break down a 3 times and the final time was too expensive to justify fixing.
The Bosch has been well used, but has been looked after by using Calgon tablets regularly, and a washing machine cleaner from time to time.
The Bosch has been well used, but has been looked after by using Calgon tablets regularly, and a washing machine cleaner from time to time.
Beezerk
Money List Winner
Our current one is a Bosch, been a serious workhorse despite being really old. We’ve been in the house 11 years and it looked kind of old when we moved in
larmen
Head Pro
Our Bosch 'broke' because of Calgon.
Not really, it just was leaking and we got a Bosch engineer here who changed the pump (under warranty). Was good for a while then was leaking again. Next engineer came and ordered something. Then the 3rd guy came, actually opened up the front and discovered that the pump was OK, but Calgon has been collated in the tube between the fill in and drum. He cleaned that out and advised to throw the Calgon directly into the drum. Mashine was fine ever since.
The basic issue was that Calgon doesn't completely dissolve and after a while blocks the soap intake if used up there. Solution is to only use liquid in the intrays and solids in the drum.
RichA
Well-known member
We bought a mid-range Miele about 20 years ago.
We live in one of the hardest water areas in the UK so have an inline water softener rather than using Calgon tablets.
We’re one of those households that runs the washing machine at least once every day.
It came with a 10-year warranty that we never had to exercise and it’s never missed a beat in the 10 years since its expiry. It’s the most reliable piece of equipment I’ve ever owned.
We live in one of the hardest water areas in the UK so have an inline water softener rather than using Calgon tablets.
We’re one of those households that runs the washing machine at least once every day.
It came with a 10-year warranty that we never had to exercise and it’s never missed a beat in the 10 years since its expiry. It’s the most reliable piece of equipment I’ve ever owned.
Neilds
Assistant Pro
Just buy a middle of the range one. No point getting one with loads of programs as you will never use them.
Beezerk
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Just checked our water online, it’s moderately soft whatever that means.
