Modern washing machines are equipped with the functions of washing, rinsing, spinning and drying clothes. Some models are even equipped with an “easy ironing” function. No, what washing machine does not iron clothes. It only makes this process easier. Next, we will look at washing machines with an ironing function, as well as their advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages and disadvantages
Items washed using this function do not contain severe wrinkles. Therefore, after washing, it is easier to iron the laundry.
At first it may seem that this is a very useful function that greatly simplifies the life of housewives. However, before drawing any conclusions, it is necessary to carefully consider the advantages and disadvantages of the "easy iron" function.
The benefits include:
- Items washed using this function are much easier to iron. This is especially true for denim.
- Laundry will last longer if you wash it regularly using this function. After all, during the spin process, the washing machine crumples and twists it less.
- Energy savings are achieved due to the fact that the time of use of the iron and steamer is reduced.
It should be noted that the easy ironing function may manifest itself differently depending on the model of washing equipment. However, the operating principle is always the same.
This is where the benefits of this feature end. Now let's look at the cons. Disadvantages of the easy iron function include:
- The laundry is wet or very damp when taken out of the machine. And this is the first thing technology users pay attention to when activating this function. Gentle spinning of laundry is less effective. And things will take several times longer to dry.
- If you select easy ironing, the washing time will increase. This happens even in cases where the owner of the equipment uses the super-fast wash mode. The usual washing cycle lasts 30 minutes. And with light ironing – 45 minutes.
- Water consumption when using this mode increases. For example, some Electrolux washing equipment models increase water consumption by 25 percent.
- Rinsing clothes in this mode is performed at low speed. At the same time, there is a large amount of liquid in the tank. The effectiveness of such rinsing is questionable. Traces of washing powder on clothes after washing are not uncommon.
- When choosing the easy ironing function, the owner of the machine must take into account that the drum should be only 2/3 loaded. If you break this rule, then after washing you will pull wet and wrinkled clothes out of the drum.
Review of the best models
Next, we will consider models of washing equipment that contain the “easy ironing” function. According to experts, this function works best in the Samsung WW12H8400EX/LP washing machine.
Samsung WW12H8400EX/LP
During laboratory tests, this model had the best performance in terms of quality and spin time when using light ironing.
In addition to the function in question, this machine also has many additional functions:
- Eco Bubble;
- half load;
- delay start of washing;
- Fuzzy Logic;
- washing clothes without spinning;
- accelerated wash mode;
- soak.
It should be noted that not all the functions listed above are in demand and work flawlessly.
Experts consider the Samsung WW12H8400EX/LP machine to be one of the most economical. It belongs to energy consumption class A+++. This is the best achievement to date.
This model has a wide hatch - 46 centimeters. The maximum drum rotation speed is 1400 rpm. Also worth noting is the maximum load. She weighs 12 kilograms.
The machine contains fifteen washing modes. It is also equipped with a convenient display and protection against small children.
Next, let's look at the LG F1495BDS washing machine. In it, “light ironing” works a little worse. However, its performance is very decent compared to washing machines from other companies. The laundry comes out slightly damp.
LG F1495BDS
The equipment also contains a number of additional functions:
- delayed start;
- accelerated wash;
- automatic laundry weighing;
- washing clothes without spinning;
- half load;
- automatic water level adjustment.
This model is one of the safest. It is equipped with foam and imbalance control, a lint filter, leak protection and protection against small children.
It is also worth noting the pleasant appearance and ergonomic display. At the same time, the drum load does not exceed 12 kilograms, the noise level during operation is quite low - 54 dB.
Is it worth buying?
The article examined washing machines equipped with an easy ironing function. The condition of the laundry upon completion of washing, the quality of spinning and washing were assessed.
It’s up to you to decide whether to purchase washing equipment with this function or not. However, by purchasing such a model, you essentially do not get any benefits. More water and electricity are consumed.The washing time also increases. The result is practically wet laundry. And you only get light ironing.
As a result, this technique has more disadvantages than advantages. In addition, models containing an easy ironing function are expensive.
