I wanna new washing machine and fridge/freezer

claire484

I've just bought my first home, and I'm currently looking for a fridge/freezer and washing machine. I've seen a washing machine that I like and think it should be quite good,
http://www.johnlewis.com/230307186/Product.aspx

However, I can't make a decision about the fridge/freezer. I know I would like one with quite a large fridge capacity, auto defrost and frost free. The height also needs to be less than 190cm. I've narrowed it down to the following, and was wondering what some of you wise MSE folk think about them?
http://www.apollo2000.co.uk/showprod...a ting+A.html

http://www.apollo2000.co.uk/showprod...iciency+A.html

http://www.dixons.co.uk/martprd/stor... =null&tm=null

http://www.pixmania.co.uk/uk/uk/1160...&CodePromo=oui

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/...4515_491803_-1

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/...4515_478987_-1

The last one (Whirlpool) looks like a good price for the capacity, but I've not heard much about how reliable they are.


Thanks in advance for any advice!

Claire

kay41_2

I have been told countless times that washing machines in particular aren't built to last now. I know plenty of people that replace their washing machine every 3 years or so. My hubby and I bought our first washing machine 17 years ago (it cost £700 which was more than I earned in a month!) and only replaced it 3-4 years ago. We originally had a Zanussi washer dryer which was great, eventually the switch packed up. We then bought a Miele as they are built to last (15-20 years) and I am chuffed to bits with it. It depends whether you will get 'bored' with a machine that lasts that long and want to replace it. I have been told by many people that the only names to trust are now Miele, Bosch and Siemens. Since I bought mine both Smeg and Dyson have brought out machines and I guess they would be reliable too. They start at around £560, which may seem a lot but I think standard ones start at over £200. If you're stuck look a which in yor local library. Good luck

Snapelover

Over the last 20 years we have had a washer/dryer and two washing machines. We are getting a Miele delivered on Friday.

We looked at various washers in the shops/on the internet but got the choice down to either Bosch or Miele. If you get brochures from both these manufacturers you will be able to see for yourself how good these appliances are and why you pay more - quality and reliability.

We decided on Miele over Bosch as we will get a free 10 years parts and labour warranty and that all Miele washing machines have an expected life span of 20 years whereas the Bosch machines were only guaranteed for two years and I'm not sure what their life expectancy is.

I contacted Miele and was advised to go for the W3922WPS - which, after using a voucher code and going through Quidco,, is going to cost us just over £791 - which is more than we can really afford but in the long run will probably work out cheaper and we know we have it for at least 10 years.

Got lots of washing waiting and longing for Friday to come!!!

fatbelly

That Whirlpool link didn't work for me. Was it

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_64515_492228_-1

ARC5573_WH £282.00

Cheaper at Currys £249.95

kwatt

The Whirlpool US fridge freezers aren't too hot IMO.

As an alternative to Miele you could look at the ISE10 machine (https://www.iseappliances.co.uk) as that comes with a ten year warranty out the box and has a LOT[//b] lower maintenance costs once that expires than Miele does. For example a replacement pump on a Miele will cost you over £100 plus VAT and the labour (as it's ONLY Miele that can do it as the machine need reset with their laptop) will be at least £100 plus VAT. Pump on an ISE10, under £30.

The low maintenance costs and outstanding build/performance is why the ISE10 range are found in national pub chains, on MOD bases etc. plus they have a 3 year light commercial warranty that Miele don't offer at all.

HTH

K.

wrightstar

Ive just got my first home and am also looking for appliances.
I spent ages researching and found a great website kitchenscience.co.uk
They offer discount if you order 3 or more items.
We got a quote from comet for the same items and it was £200 more with the discount.
Im orderin from kitchen science today.
Good luck in your new home

morganb

I would recommend looking in here :

http://www.clearance-comet.co.uk/

As we recently bought a Miele dishwasher for £150 less than the shop price and it was in perfect condition.

They often have Miele/Bosch listed, though you do need to pay attention to the dents/scratches listed for each item.

There is also :

https://www.currysauction.co.uk/

Who we've also used to buy a Samsung TV and again we made a good saving.

HTH

moneysaver

kwatt wrote: »

The Whirlpool US fridge freezers aren't too hot IMO.

As an alternative to Miele you could look at the ISE10 machine (www.iseappliances.co.uk) as that comes with a ten year warranty out the box and has a LOT[//b] lower maintenance costs once that expires than Miele does. For example a replacement pump on a Miele will cost you over £100 plus VAT and the labour (as it's ONLY Miele that can do it as the machine need reset with their laptop) will be at least £100 plus VAT. Pump on an ISE10, under £30.

The low maintenance costs and outstanding build/performance is why the ISE10 range are found in national pub chains, on MOD bases etc. plus they have a 3 year light commercial warranty that Miele don't offer at all.

HTH

K.

Sounds good, have you actually got one of these? I have an AEG at the moment but will keep this one in mind for the future.

Moneysaver

kwatt

Yes, I do have one and I've sold loads of them as well to very happy customers.

K.