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Washer and dryer or washer + dryer? What to choose?

Washer and dryer or washer + dryer? What to choose? Do you think it’s a question of money and space? And here’s not just! Each type of equipment has more serious pros and cons. Which ones, we asked the experts, the appliance manufacturers. Who knows better than them.

Our questions are answered:

Valentina Nikolaeva, Head of Product Category Management at Miele,

Sergey Shugalev is a trayning manager for Bosch, Siemens, Neff, Gaggenau household appliances at BSH Household Appliances,

Aleksandr Kruchenkov, leading product manager of Haier Europe, which is responsible for the development of Candy and Hoover brands in America,

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The directions of corporate communications, innovative products and household appliances

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Anna Fedotovskikh.

Galina Sizikova studied the answers and put everything in order not to miss anything.

Washing and drying machines

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Two functions at the touch of a button

The most important advantage, due to which many well-to-do but busy citizens prefer washing and drying machines. No need to transfer wet laundry from one drum to another and no need to set programs twice. Put the dirty, took away the dry clean. It’s a beauty! If to take advantage of the delayed start function, it is possible to program the time of the program end, so that to take out dry clothes, for example, on Saturday morning and immediately iron them.

Location

The first thing that comes to mind. Space is always better for one appliance than two.

In the kitchen, washer-dryers hide perfectly under the countertop in the bathroom, the upper part of the cabinet turns into a table, with cosmetics bags, razors, detergent boxes, etc.d.

The dimensions of washer-dryers are very different: there are full-size and narrow devices.

  • In the Candy range you can find washer-dryers measuring 85×60×40 cm.
  • LG has the narrowest models 85×60×45,5 cm.
  • Bosch makes full-size machines 85×60×61 cm.
  • Miele washing machines with drying function occupy 85×59,6×63,7 cm.

Price

It seems that it is cheaper to buy one washer-dryer than to buy two devices if you compare appliances of the same brand .

But this rule does not work with expensive brands!*

  • Bosch washer-dryer costs 77490 Dollars *. And you can buy a washer + condensation dryer from this manufacturer for 29990 Dollars* + 39990 Dollars*.
  • Miele – washing machine with dryer function 134900 rub*. It will take 64900 Dollars* to buy two units. + 65900 rub*.

The situation of other brands is different. Indeed, one unit is more affordable than two:

  • Candy has the most inexpensive washer-dryer – 24090 Dollars*. Washer + dryer $15890. + 28490 rub*.
  • LG has 32990 Dollars*. And 18990 Dollars *. + 60790 Dollars*.

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Prices are current on 16.04.2021, taken from the official websites of the manufacturers.

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Washing and drying machines

Smaller dryer load

The machine can dry about half as much laundry as it washes. So you either have to unload half and dry in two loads, or initially put only the amount that the machine will be able to dry, or buy a full-size model with a huge load.

  • Bosch – washing 10kg, drying 6kg.
  • Miele – 8/ 6kg or 8/ 5kg.
  • LG – load for washing in full size machine can be 10kg, drying – 7kg. The narrow models have 6 and 3 kg of laundry, respectively.
  • Candy has a washing capacity of 8/6 kg, drying capacity 6/4 kg.

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Resource consumption

Washing and drying machines have a higher consumption of resources – water and electricity – than the best washer-dryers and heat pump dryers.

Limited functionality

This is more of a disadvantage for inexpensive washers and dryers. The full-sized units, which are often more expensive than two units, have more than enough programs for drying. But still, even these machines can do less than the dryers of these manufacturers. In particular, Miele and Bosch washer-dryers don’t have an accessory for drying wool items or sports shoes.

Either wash or dry

If you have one machine, it can either wash or dry at the same time.

If you have two machines, one can wash while the other is drying. This can be important in large families or in families with children, because life is full of surprises.

Breakdown Cases

You can’t be 100% insured against malfunctions and breakdowns. If they happen with a washer and dryer, you’re deprived of both washing and drying at the same time, which won’t happen if you have two separate units in the house. In an emergency, at least one of them will remain in service.

Washer + dryer

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Heat pump

Only standalone dryers come with a heat pump, washer-dryers lack this important detail because it takes up a lot of space. Experts assert that the first manufacturer to produce a washer-dryer with a heat pump will “tear up” the market. I wonder who will?

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Advantages

  • Installation anywhere in the apartment

No need to connect to either water or sewer. Condensation is collected in a special tray. Water can be used for household purposes. So the dryer can be placed anywhere in the apartment or house.

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  • Best drying quality

Drying is carried out at low temperatures up to 40 ° C , you can dry even products made of wool and cashmere.

  • Economical power consumption energy efficiency class A and above .

At a time. When electricity prices are skyrocketing, it’s important.

  • The machine takes in air from the room once, so the operation of the machine does not affect the humidity and the atmosphere in the room.

Extraneous odors, extra moisture, who likes that. Dryer with a heat pump does not bring additional discomfort, the only thing you can not get rid of is noise.

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Extended functionality

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There are a lot of special drying programs in manufacturers’ arsenal.

  • It is possible to select a program for each type of fabric with the optimum temperature.
  • Some of the Miele and Bosch models have a special “Dishwasher and Dryer” button on the side of the appliance. A trivet, which fits in the drum, on which you can lay a cashmere garment and dry it gently. This accessory can also be used for drying shoes.
  • Miele dryers can refresh items that have been in the closet for a long time without washing them, using FragranceDos fragrance.
  • Bosch dryers have an extra steam treatment, which will facilitate further ironing, and in some cases even get rid of it.
  • LG dryers have a “hypoallergenic” mode, which combines high temperature and low humidity, eliminating up to 99.9% of bacteria and dust mites. In addition, humidity and temperature sensors automatically detect the humidity of each item to optimize drying time. This protects clothes from damage caused by too much heat.
  • Candy dryers are famous for their large set of short programs, lasting less than 1 hour.

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Large load

The dryer can be used to dry many pieces of laundry at once, or to dry really large and heavy items.

Maximum load of the largest models – up to 9 kg.

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Washing and drying at the same time

A separate, full-load dryer is especially useful for large families or those who frequently wash large quantities of laundry: after you’ve finished washing one batch of laundry, you can move it to the dryer and additionally run another wash cycle.

Simultaneous control of two machines

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Almost all manufacturers now provide the ability to combine a washer and dryer into one “smart grid”. In this case, the dryer automatically selects a drying program by itself, after receiving information on the washing machine’s settings.

  • At Miele, it’s the Wash2Dry function.
  • LG has a mobile app LG ThinQ.
  • Candy has Simply-Fi app.
  • Bosch has SmartDry.

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Washer + dryer

Space

For a second machine, you need extra space. All the more so because the dryers are mostly full-sized. Of course, you can build a washing machine column and dryer on top, but then you lose space on the washing machine.

Dryer sizes:

  • At Miele – 85,0×59,6×65,5 sm.
  • Bosch – 84,2×59,8×59,9 cm.
  • LG – 85×60×69 cm.
  • The narrowest models are in the Candy range – the depth is 46 cm, the capacity – up to 7 kg of laundry.

Manual work

No matter how smart the dryer is, it will not be able to put the laundry from drum to drum. You have to. And many people find this frustrating.

Extra charges

If you already have a washing machine and are happy with how it works, are you willing to shell out a pretty penny for a dryer?? A little easier if you’re changing appliances and are wondering what to buy. As we found out, in some cases, a washer + dryer will cost less than a washer and dryer unit, in other cases, it will be more expensive. The choice is yours.


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In any case, the drying of laundry becomes a function of technology. Newly built houses in big cities are more and more often deprived of balconies, and we do not want to see on them ropes or devices for drying. That is why the dryer or washer-dryer is undoubted attribute of the city life of 21st century.

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Thanks to our consultants for help in preparing the material.

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Comments: 3
  1. Ember

    When it comes to laundry, the choice between a washer and dryer separate or a combo unit can be perplexing. What are the pros and cons of each? What factors should one consider in making the decision? Are combo units as efficient as standalone machines? Any insights or experiences to share? Would appreciate any advice on whether to go for a washer and dryer or opt for a washer + dryer combo!

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    1. Isla

      When deciding between a separate washer and dryer or a combo unit, it’s important to consider the pros and cons of each. Separate machines offer more capacity, flexibility, and faster drying time. However, they require more space and can be costly. On the other hand, combo units are space-saving, convenient, and usually cheaper. Yet, they have a smaller capacity, longer drying time, and if one function breaks, the whole unit may be affected. Efficiency-wise, standalone machines often outperform combo units, but recent advancements have made combo units more efficient. Ultimately, the decision depends on your personal needs, space availability, budget, and laundry preferences. Considering all these factors will help you make an informed decision. It is also helpful to seek insights and experiences from users who have used both options to better understand the pros and cons.

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  2. Anthony Pearson

    Washer and dryer or washer + dryer? What to choose? I’m torn between buying separate units or investing in a combo. What are the pros and cons of each option? Are the combo units efficient and reliable? Will they consume less space compared to having separate machines? Any maintenance concerns? I would appreciate advice from anyone who has experience with these options.

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