If you are looking to invest in a washing machine in today’s time, it would be best if you choose a fully automatic machine as it offers better washing of clothes, requires minimal manual interference, and provides ease of use. Out of the two types – top load and front load – front load washing machines are more effective but they are generally more expensive and consume more water. Whereas, a top load washing machine hits the right balance between washing efficiency and affordability. When it comes to capacity, anything under 7kg is good enough to suffice a family of three adults. If you think this description matches your need, check out these four options available on Amazon.
Our first pick comes from Samsung, as it’s among one of the most popular options under 7kg capacity. This fully automatic washing machine comes in 6.2kg capacity that suits couples and bachelors who do not have huge laundry needs. It comes with Wobble Technology, which is claimed to provide gentle care of fabrics without compromising on wash quality. It also has a Magic Filter, that gathers all the lint and other similar particles from the clothes for a cleaner wash and protecting the drain from getting clogged.
This is another worthy option having 6.2kg capacity that comes from renowned home appliances brand Whirlpool. The company claims that it can sense the laundry weight and recommend detergent accordingly using its ‘6th Sense Smart Technology’. It comes with 12 washing programs and a spa wash system that is claimed to give a smoother wash and reduce the amount of lint generated from the laundry. There’s an additional 3-spring power scrub that is claimed to remove tough stains from dirty clothes. And for less soiled clothes, there’s an express wash option that reduces wash time by 30 per cent, as per the brand.
This washing machine from LG is rather premium and slightly bigger than the previous two at 6.6kg capacity. It costs slightly higher because it comes with a 5 Star energy rating that means it should save you electricity cost in the long run. Apart from tons of washing modes and intelligent features, it also offers a high spin speed of 780RPM for faster drying of clothes, and also has a Smart Inverter technology that reduces electricity wastage and increases power efficiency. Additionally, its Smart Motions combined with Turbodrum & Precise smart inverter control is claimed to upgrade wash quality and provide better performance.
IFB is India’s very reputed home appliance manufacturer and this 6.5kg fully automatic washing machine is one of its very popular products in the washing machine category. The 6.5kg capacity makes it small enough to fit in a small house and big enough to suffice the laundry needs of 3-4 adults. Like most of its counterparts, it also offers essential smart features like the auto softener dispenser, bleach dispenser, and lint tower filter that claim to ensure quality and efficient washing of clothes with minimal wastage. It offers 8 wash programs, 8 water level selection and a large LED display to show wash information.