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Both would use a similar amount of powder
Gasket does NOT keep coming off on front loaders.
Seriously where did you get that from
Front loading or top loading washing machine?
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Gasket does NOT keep coming off on front loaders.
Seriously where did you get that from
Snappy
Beginner
Front loaders use significantly lower amount of power for similar cycle. Torque required for agitating a vertical bucket full of water filled clothes is way higher than a rolling tub 20% filled at bottom. FLWs consume more energy on heater and during drying due to higher RPM, which is fraction of the washing cycle.Both would use a similar amount of powder
Gasket does NOT keep coming off on front loaders.
Seriously where did you get that from
Apart from being cheap, low maintenance and top draw convenience, TLWs don't have anything else to be at par with FLWs.
Mr.J
Innovator
hey folks, I know this thread is mostly for front loading washing machine discussions, but since most folks are here, I needed some help with buying a top loading machine for my relative (eliminated front loading, because they are a little infirm, and once the drum fills up, you cant open the door to add more cloths which makes it a little impractical for a older folks), budget is upto 40k, and am looking at 9kg or above washing machines, I checked out a couple of LGs as that seems to be the most popular, but not really sure if there's anything specific I should look for in a top loader, aside from usual water pressure, drum dimensions etc
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Look for LG toploaders with direct drive. That's their top end.
Then pick the biggest volume your budget can handle.
Better to see the prospective model in a shop before buying. They need to be comfortable with it.
thanks, I looked at the lg models and these seem to fit the bill (only looked at 9kgs, since higher capacities will take more water and consequently more time to run the load), they all have different price points but feature set is similar so not sure whats the diff
1. https://www.lg.com/in/laundry/top-loading-washing-machines/thd09spm/ (28K)
2. https://www.lg.com/in/laundry/top-loading-washing-machines/thd09swm/ (32K)
3. https://www.lg.com/in/laundry/top-loading-washing-machines/thd09nwm/ (30K)
all of these have direct drive, turbo drum, but only the 32k one has the thinQ wifi integration.
would you recommend Samsung machines as well? will take a look at that too
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Look at Panasonic next and see if service is available in their area.
The Panasonic tubs are smaller than the equivalent kg LG so check before.
Top end
Thing to note here is the heater in LG is for allergy removal only. It won't heat the water like the Panasonic giving better detergent action.
Without steam. I don't know what the point of steam is but it became a feature during the pandemic
No steam or wifi. This is an older model with a smaller drum. Give it a miss. Doesn't say 'Bigger Capacity'.
The first two have the larger drum. Take a tape measure with you to verify. Don't know if eyeballing is enough.
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so heater is just a gimmick in LG right? and the 30k model seems to make the most sense? as the only difference is absence of the steam feature?
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They say it helps with allergies.
LG wants to keep its BEE label so by offering steam which won't consume much they get away with an extra feature.
I find the term 'inbuilt heater' misleading as its use is quite limited
Yeah
The Panasonic can heat the water and give a better clean. Heating will increase power consumption which is the case with a front loader and helps with stains.
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I was more impressed by the Panasonic because it can heat water but only if you can get service. It's belt driven do more noise compared to LG's direct drive
Older model but you get an idea.
You will have to oversize to get the equivalent korean tub size
@blr_p , I looked into front loading washing machines too, and found these 2 models from lg
1. https://www.lg.com/in/laundry/front-loading-washing-machines/fhp1209z5m (40k) : has AI Direct drive
2.LG 9Kg Front Load Washing Machine - FHP1209Z5M | LG IN (36K): has inverter Direct Drive
do you have any idea on what could be the difference between these two? from what I can figure, 40k only has wifi thing if we ignore AI direct drive
1. https://www.lg.com/in/laundry/front-loading-washing-machines/fhp1209z5m (40k) : has AI Direct drive
2.LG 9Kg Front Load Washing Machine - FHP1209Z5M | LG IN (36K): has inverter Direct Drive
do you have any idea on what could be the difference between these two? from what I can figure, 40k only has wifi thing if we ignore AI direct drive
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my bad, heres the 2nd model LG 9KG Front Load Washing Machine, Inverter Direct Drive, Middle Black - FHB1209Z2M | LG IN
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Has a clear door. Important.
No AI DD
No wifi
The other has a tinted door, AI DD & wifi
Both are direct drive btw
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My 8 yr old machine doesn't have it. So I don't know how much difference it makes
I don't see any harm having it. More future proof. But then you lose the clear door.
There is also difference in depth
Z2m is 55cm depth with 1200 rpm
Z5m is 47cm depth. But the drum diameter is larger. So volume wise both are equivalent
Z5m has a better looking UI with 1400 rpm
Why are you considering front loaders now when your opener said you ruled them out?
Alucard1729
Forerunner
Just sharing my experience with this machine. Bought this variant for 26.7k with an exchange from Flipkart during Diwali, has been working great. Wash quality has been great even with Quick 30. Ai DD is available for select modes like cotton cycle only as mentioned in the previous post by FMs. I have felt the drum depth slightly lacking but I've yet to feel the need for a larger machine in my bi-weekly usage (for a family of 4). Quick 30 with rinse+ and 40c temperature has been my go-to these days with liquid detergent. The looks in itself is great with a compact and sturdy build. The ThinQ app functions very well, now time will tell how long it lasts. The tint doesn't bother me much as it's in a well-lit room.
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It only handles a quarter of the rated load though.
I wouldn't use quick30 for main washing because it isn't long enough to clean.
Its for refreshing clothes and washing a few items at a time
Alucard1729
Forerunner
Seems sufficient for my loads, as I mentioned it's used 2-3 times a week, so Quick 30 is good enough.
I wouldn't discount it just for refreshing as the extra rinse with temp increase takes around 42min and my clothes have been coming out clean and no detergent residue for daily wear. Could be the clothes aren't that dirty, ofc if there are too many clothes then I'd move to mixed load or cotton cycle.