Which washing machine.

[dullbird]

Hey all

As I got some very good advice regarding dishwasher brands when buying I thought I would ask

Has anyone here got an Asko washing machine?

If so are you happy with it?

I'm also looking at Bosch both front loaders.

Person at retail store talked up Askp very well claimed he has one himself and has had for 10yrs.

Also offered to do me a deal on the Bosch (no deal on the Asko) which makes me think he was talking genuinely about the Asko.

I personally had never heard of them but I was pretty impressed with its operation. But at a reasonably price tag I wanted to find out more about it before I handed over the card.
It's hard to hand over a reasonable amount of cash if you had never even heard of the brand before.

My current washing machine is an Electrolux and it's still running just getting bloody noisy and that is nearly 10yrs old.

[winaje]

I had a 10KG Panasonic front loader that was excellent. Unfortunately had to sell it due to lack of space when moving.

[ozscott]

Asko used to be hand built in Sweden from memory and really very good....the manual dial models. Mine died after 10 years. I have had a German built Bosch for a couple of years now and aside from the emissions its fantastic. I recommend the Bosch.

Ohhh....sorry you are talking clothes!! I have a Euromade from Appliances online. I love it. Way cheaper than the Bosch and very well built by the feel if it and the main bearing design. Get the bigger of the two. Cheers

Cheers

[Hall]

Washing machine? Is that like one of those white goods appliances you buy the for missus ? :angel:
Top loaders usually have a quicker cycle time. We have a LG turbo drum top loader. Been good so far, except for the painfully cheerful tune it plays when it is finished. :rocket:
Cheers Hall

[Scouse]

If you're thinking of buying Bosch because it's German, just be aware that most of their under $1000 machines are of Chinese origin. I'm not saying that's a problem, just making sure you realise Bosch doesn't necessarily mean German made.

[dullbird]

Guys just so I'm a bit clearer so there is no confusion, I'm not buying a top loader. I just put the question up if anyone had heard of or used Asko

Because I haven't been able to decide between the Bosch or the Asko [emoji4].

Scott the one we are looking at I believe is German built. It's over that dollar mark.

[PAT303]

We've got a Bosch front loader which has been trouble free,best part is Bosch carry a full range of spare parts like seals,handles etc at a respectable price. Pat

[Saitch]

We've had a Bosch 7 kg front loader for 12 months & after conferring with the operator, I can say : it uses a lot less water than the old 15 year old Samsung (very important as we're on tank water only) & does a good wash. It appeared to be more "solid" than other machines looked at.
Just checked & "Made in Germany".
Steve

[p38arover]

Elisabeth is very happy with the German made Bosch front loader. It really does do a much better job than our previous Simpson top loader.

[Rolly]

We've got a Miele. My mother has had hers for 25 years and still going strong. Ours is very new in the tooth ....only 7 years old and never missed a beat.
Yes they're bleeding expensive, but if you only have to buy it every 25 years or so it's cheap!
We also clean everything in it........footy boots, sandy beach gear, muddy towels. Also uses very little electrickery or water.
Oh, the only prob is it uses very little washing liquid...... whenever a visitor uses it ther's bubbles everywhere

[mick88]

My brother and his wife had an Asko dishwasher, did a great job and lasted at least two decades, but once the circuit board failed it was cheaper to buy a new dishwasher than a circuit board for the Asko.
The Beko brand are good product, made in Turkey and give value for money. They have been around for years and sold squillions throughout Europe.


Be aware with front loaders, they spin at high revs, so if you keep the spin speed to the slowest RPM you will get a much longer life out of them.


Cheers, Mick.

[MrLandy]

I prefer the top loaders with no centre spindle. Easier to use.

[justinc]

LG 10kg front load washer drier we have had for 7 years and in that time has cost us $700 on electronic bits. It does however get a caning and has probably saved us a fair bit of money on replacement clothing as it seems to be very gentle yet thorough washing. Id certainly buy another based on my experience so far.

Jc

[Orkney 90]

We have had our BOSCH front loader for three years. It has preformed flawlessly without a single issue in that time. It cost more to purchase, but we are very happy with it. Our dishwasher is BOSCH as well, purchased at the same time. It has also operated flawlessly. I for one would be more than happy to recommend their appliances and would certainly buy again.

[MrLandy]

My vacuum cleaner is Bosch and it's awesome. Bagless, powerful, quiet, way better than a Dyson. 2years and going strong.

[yt110]

I got an Asko because the door seals on the drum and doesn't have the big rubber seal that other brands have, it seems to be made well, happy so far.

Jim.

[kogvos]

We have an Asko and it has been a faithful servant for many years. Although we're onto the second one after I killed the first after many abusive years handling sandy kayaking gear.

[The Yak]

Which washing machine, you ask. Here is my take...


Stuff your washing in a plastic drum with a screw lid. Add water, and washing powder. Take for a gentle spin (pun) in a leafer over some corrugated tracks.


OK, so perhaps not so efficient or convenient, but it does have a high FUN factor!


Bob.
The Yak.

[The ho har's]

Lou, we have a Bosh, and I recommend them. It is in fact our second one after the first died after many years of faithful service. The wash time is much longer BUT we save water as we are fully on Tank water.

Mrs hh:angel:

[dullbird]

The Asko I believe has a better water rating than the Bosch but this is comparing a top end Asko to the second to top (i think) Bosch.
I'm on tank water too so water saving is important however with only two of us in the house we don't do a massive amount of washing each week

[The ho har's]

My 5year old Bosh has a 41/2 star and uses 55ltr per wash, which I think is dam good. We are only 2 too.:)

Mrs hh:angel:

[dullbird]

From memory the water rating on Bosch was 70 and on Asko 60. But there was a complaint on reviews that even though Asko was a great water saver it was tough on clothes?! Not sure how a washing machine is tough on clothes but anyway hahahha

[p38arover]

I just checked, ours is a Bosch Maxx Classic (1200 RPM spin speed). I can't see a model no. I'd need to find the handbook.

[ozscott]

Bargain of the century in my view. Less than $560 delivered installed and old machine removed...

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/7kg-front-load-euromaid-washing-machine-wm7/

Cheers

[V8Ian]

Has everyone gone soft?
What's wrong with a flat rock and a creek?

[superquag]

If the Big Decision is still too difficult, buy a Twin-Tub as an interim machine...

Infinite water-saving capacity, good wash (some older models were a bit harsh on clothes...) quick and straightforward...

Best of all, NO electronics to frazzle out, and can be safely(?) 'd.i.y.' repaired.
- If they ever break...

Still two brands available on the Aussie market, both imported and well supported. Our HAIER had a minor warranty issue, and one phone call resulted in a NEW machine being delivered within days. :D

Rated as a 3 star on power and water-use which is 80 litres per fill. However, leaving the water in the tub for re-use will dramatically lift the 'efficiency' percentage.
Or you can fill it to a lower level for smaller washes.

Not recommended for the obsessive 'Multi-Tasker', - even at around 5 minutes or less per average wash. - But you know exactly where your Wife is for that hour or so!:wasntme:

My 2 cents worth ! :twisted::twisted::twisted:

PS, I've tried and tried and tried... but SWMBO won't even consider a Front-Loader of any breed... Not even a TopLoader.

No prizes for guessing what brand & type her mother always used....

They used to make vacuum cleaners.:eek:

[superquag]

Has everyone gone soft?
What's wrong with a flat rock and a creek?



You don't sound like a married man...:angel:

- Or you won't be for much longer!:eek:

- Maybe floating face-down in said creek.....

[PAT303]

Has everyone gone soft?
What's wrong with a flat rock and a creek?

Greenies won't let you do it,it pollutes the waterways killing baby seals. Pat

[mick88]

Down side with front loaders is that they weigh a ton and you have to lay on your belly to load and unload them.
In my opinion top loaders are for more "age" friendly!




Cheers, Mick.

[Gordie]

Have always had a top loader until about 3yrs ago. Two hoovers(aus made) lasted me about 20yrs! But on the advice of a mate who has owned a dry cleaning business, he says Front Loaders are the most efficient and gentle on clothing.....I purchased a front loader LG, I like the idea of the 'direct drive', no belts, and the warranty they offered. Been a great machine, if this one ever wears out, the next will be an LG front loader again. It even says hello, albeit it in 'r2d2' language. :-)

[1950landy]

We have had a Asko for 5 years & had them out yesterday to repair the door were you put the detergent in , couldn't open it because the rust had built up around the edge of the door. Now it has a draw that pulls out . Asko told me they don't replace panels under extended warranty . The warranty was 2 years & we payed for an extended 3 year warranty. We have had the repair man out about 10 times in the last 5 years. We were told by a friend who did washing machine repairs that Asko gave the least amount of trouble . Don't think we will buy another . Our whirlpool we had before the Asko was 30 years old when we sold it when we were renovating .

[NavyDiver]

Brought an Asko for parents. They love it. We had a cheaper front loader which was ok but died far to soon imo. I had it repaired 3 times as well. twice under warranty and once myself to pay (Fisher and Paykle). I had a much cheaper Gorenje pacific front loader a long time ago which lasted longer than the Fisher and Paykle.

I use ours (Miele) up to five time or more a week and while I hated the price I think is is better than any other front loader I have used by a long shot. Cannot comment about service on Miele or Asko as we have not needed it at all to date.

The much cheaper LG my sister has has been a problem several times

[rar110]

We've had a Bosch for the last 12 mths. It's been excellent.

The last machine was a Westinghouse from loader which lasted over 10 years.

I was keen to buy a Miele. However, I'm happy we bought something a lot cheaper and upgrade after another 10 years.

[DieselDan]

I've got the same front loader Bosch machine as Ron. Can't fault it. Hopefully it remains a non-faulty Ron purchase :D

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[Eevo]

side question, do Bosch make fridges?

[kogvos]

side question, do Bosch make fridges?
Side answer: Yes.

[NobbyTD5]

We've got an Asko washer & Dryer combination
The full electronic version, 1600rpm spin
had for 10-12 years
no issues at all - very good machines
I feel that from now on...they don't owe us anything
If failed I would by Asko again or Miele
(We have Miele Dishwasher - very impressed with wash and low noise)
cheers
Nobby

[JamesH]

A piece of advice I got recently from my washer repairman ( replacing rubber seals on front loader Bosch Euro Maxx, cheaper Thai made version, it's been great) was run your machine empty at maximum temperature once a month or so with no detergent. Gives it a great clean out and really prolongs life.

And never ever use fabric softener. Destroys machines.

I passed this info on to a mate and he said funny you mention that he recently got told the same thing by his repair guy.

[Fluids]

Have an Asko dishwasher. Year 17 and still going strong. Replaced a solenoid valve on the water inlet (blocked with crud when the HWS failed), and a capacitor. $70 in parts and pretty quick for me to fit. I'd buy another Asko !

Washing machine is an 8.5 kg top loader LG fuzzy logic electronic beastie. About 14yrs old now. Averages 2 loads/day 7 days a week and hasn't missed a beat ... and has fabric softener added every wash ! Never expected it to last this long ... Will still consider an Asko when it dies.

[eddy]

We were in the same boat about 10 years ago.The Electrolux top loader was coming up to its second motor replacement[arcing on the commutator] after having just replaced the drum bearing.Bought a Bosch Max Classic,which has served us well,only part replaced to date, has been the door seal, an easy job to do yourself.

[dullbird]

So we ended up going with a Bosch it ended up being the difference of about $700 from the Asko so as no one really had much bad to say about Bosch I found it hard to justify the extra cash especially as I don't really know much about Asko. But thanks everyone for your replies [emoji4]