Manufacturers of household appliances are constantly trying to make our everyday worries easier. And overtake your competitors. The range of specialized stores is constantly updated with interesting and technologically advanced products - with convenient functions and special capabilities. Some devices, without undue modesty, create a sensation and a real revolution in everyday life. An example of this is washing machines with two drums. What it is? Another useless marketing ploy or a real bestseller in the world of laundry? Will our housewives be able to enjoy their routine duties? Let's find out!
Two-tank firstborns
Haier Duo
As mentioned above, a couple of years ago the Chinese company Haier introduced an unusual washing machine - Haier Duo.
This model had two floors and was equipped with two drums.
Its unusualness can be described by the presence of:
- 2 drums (8 and 4 kg);
- touch screen;
- work counters;
- remote control;
- energy saving function;
- large capacity;
- compactness.
The Haier Duo was awarded for technical innovation.
The essence of using this technique is the owner’s ability to select the desired program, while using two loading tanks:
- the small drum is intended mainly for washing delicate items and gentle care,
- large - for blankets, pillows, as well as something large and massive, but the possibility of washing ordinary things is not excluded.
LG
TWIN Wash
A year later, LG TWINWash also rose to the pedestal of two-tank cars. I was amazed by this washing machine with two drums by the stated load weight.
It can hold 17 kg of laundry in a large drum, and 3.5 in a small one.
The smaller drum is hidden at the very bottom, in a drawer.
This model has built-in remote control from a smartphone.
Now you can monitor energy consumption and the progress of washing outside the home.
SIGNATURE
This car is similar to the previous model, but has an innovative suspension system.
The LG SIGNATURE washing machine has a self-cleaning function for both drums and steam washing.
Steam washing is needed to remove odors and smooth out wrinkles. Both cars are big, which is surprising.
Who makes these washing machines?
SMAs with two drums were released in 2015 by Korean equipment manufacturers - LG and Samsung.
Following them, a version of the Chinese brand Haier entered the market. Expert opinion
I work in the household appliance repair industry. Extensive experience in restoring washing machines and dishwashers.
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In Russia you can find machines for sale with an additional drum from LG and Haier brands. Both companies have branches in our country where this equipment is assembled.
Other interesting models
Samsung AddWash
If we look at the Samsung AddWash model, it boasts the AddWash (hatch in the hatch) function - a godsend for forgotten items.
In a regular washing machine, in order to add a forgotten sock or something else during the washing process, you need to turn off the program, wait until the lock is unlocked, etc.
Everything is simple with this model. An additional door to the washing tub opens and the necessary laundry is loaded without interrupting the program.
The machine also distinguished itself with bubble washing. Manufacturers are confident in its effectiveness. There is also remote access from a smartphone.
AEG SoftWater
Did you know that the softer the water, the better the wash?
Manufacturers of AEG SoftWater in the 9000 series machines installed an ion exchange filter responsible for softening the water. Thus, washing at 30 degrees will correspond to washing at 60 degrees.
Although, when using a detergent with enzymes, high temperature is not needed, since the powder is effective already at 40 degrees.
But in any case, the benefit for the machine is obvious, since with soft water the presence of scale on the heating element will be much less.
Siemens IQ 700
IQ 700 or dry cleaning at home. For items that need dry cleaning, Siemens has developed a machine with senoFresh technology – Siemens IQ 700.
Thanks to ozone, dirt molecules are broken down and you can iron suits, wool, silk, clothes with rhinestone decorations, embroidery, etc. without water, and also get rid of odors.
This 2-drum dryer boasts an inverter motor, making it nearly silent.
Expert recommendations
To ensure that expensive equipment works without breakdowns, treat it with care. To do this, follow the following rules:
- Don't overload the drums.
- Empty pockets before washing.
- Fasten zippers and buttons on clothing.
- Do not put small and large items into the drum at the same time, so as not to unbalance the device.
- Clean your machine filter regularly.
- Do not place heavy objects on the cabinet.
- Do not extend the powder receptacle during the work cycle.
- Use quality detergents.
- Do not make changes to the program if water collection has already begun.
The advent of washing machines with two drums took washing to a new level. The peculiarity of such equipment is not only in the increased capacity, because now an impressive amount of laundry is washed in one working cycle, but also in the technologies used. Today, the washing machine is controlled remotely, the device cleans itself, and is diagnosed using a mobile phone.
Analysis of a double drum washing machine
Advantages
There are many advantages of purchasing such a gadget: this is the ability to load different things (white, colored, children's, sports items), and simultaneous washing in two drums.
This unique device allows housewives to cut washing time in half, as well as save energy and water.
The efficiency of clothing care is very high. The machine is able to cope even with very heavy dirt and work items, while simultaneously eliminating unpleasant odors.
The use of such equipment is advisable in a house with a large number of people and children.
The benefits are obvious from its use in laundries and businesses.
Flaws
- Size. Despite its minimal size, the machine with two drums is still quite large and is unlikely to fit in a small room.
- No separate touch screens for reels.
- A single control unit, that is, in the event of a malfunction, both drums will be affected.
- Drying. This function is available only in one of the reels.
- High price.
Undoubtedly, a machine with two drums is an amazing new product, but can it replace a regular washing machine, which also has a huge number of functions and programs?
Features of washing machines with two drums
The advantages of an SMA equipped with two drums at once are as follows:
- Using such a device helps save time. After all, things that differ in color and fabric composition should be washed separately. Having two washing containers simplifies this task.
- In such cars, one tank is smaller than the other. A small amount of laundry that is incompatible with other things is placed in a small bin. This saves two resources at once: water and electricity.
- The capacity of a two-drum machine is much larger than that of a conventional washing machine. You can wash 12-20 kg of dirty laundry in it at the same time. This equipment is suitable for catering and hotel businesses, as well as mini-laundries.
In addition, experts note the high efficiency of such devices. They cope with heavy dirt and unpleasant odors.
Do you store laundry in the washing machine?
Oh yes! No.
The disadvantages of machines with two drums are:
- high price;
- large dimensions.
Consumers are also afraid of the risk of a malfunction with one control unit for two modules. It is worth noting that only one of the drums is equipped with a drying function.
Washing machine with two drums: pros and cons
In 2015, in Berlin, for the first time, the world saw a miracle machine from Haier Duo with two drums.
In 2021, the washing equipment market has grown and surprised with creativity and innovation.
An amazing Korean LG TWIN Wash has appeared. This washing machine is also designed with two drums and has amazed everyone with its originality.
In this article we will take a closer look at washing machines with two drums.
Two-tank firstborns
Haier Duo
As mentioned above, a couple of years ago the Chinese company Haier introduced an unusual washing machine - Haier Duo.
This model had two floors and was equipped with two drums.
Its unusualness can be described by the presence of:
- 2 drums (8 and 4 kg);
- touch screen;
- work counters;
- remote control;
- energy saving function;
- large capacity;
- compactness.
The essence of using this technique is the owner’s ability to select the desired program, while using two loading tanks:
- the small drum is intended mainly for washing delicate items and gentle care,
- large - for blankets, pillows, as well as something large and massive, but the possibility of washing ordinary things is not excluded.
TWIN Wash
A year later, LG TWINWash also rose to the pedestal of two-tank cars. I was amazed by this washing machine with two drums by the stated load weight.
The smaller drum is hidden at the very bottom, in a drawer.
This model has built-in remote control from a smartphone.
Now you can monitor energy consumption and the progress of washing outside the home.
SIGNATURE
This car is similar to the previous model, but has an innovative suspension system.
The LG SIGNATURE washing machine has a self-cleaning function for both drums and steam washing.
Steam washing is needed to remove odors and smooth out wrinkles. Both cars are big, which is surprising.
Other interesting models
Samsung AddWash
If we look at the Samsung AddWash model, it boasts the AddWash (hatch in the hatch) function - a godsend for forgotten items.
In a regular washing machine, in order to add a forgotten sock or something else during the washing process, you need to turn off the program, wait until the lock is unlocked, etc.
Everything is simple with this model. An additional door to the washing tub opens and the necessary laundry is loaded without interrupting the program.
The machine also distinguished itself with bubble washing. Manufacturers are confident in its effectiveness. There is also remote access from a smartphone.
AEG SoftWater
Manufacturers of AEG SoftWater in the 9000 series machines installed an ion exchange filter responsible for softening the water. Thus, washing at 30 degrees will correspond to washing at 60 degrees.
Although, when using a detergent with enzymes, high temperature is not needed, since the powder is effective already at 40 degrees.
But in any case, the benefit for the machine is obvious, since with soft water the presence of scale on the heating element will be much less.
Siemens IQ 700
IQ 700 or dry cleaning at home.
For things that need dry cleaning, Siemens has developed a machine with senoFresh technology - Siemens IQ 700. Thanks to ozone, dirt molecules are broken down and you can iron suits, wool, silk, clothes with rhinestone decorations, embroidery, etc. without water, and also get rid of from the smell.
This 2-drum dryer boasts an inverter motor, making it nearly silent.
Analysis of a double drum washing machine
Advantages
There are many advantages of purchasing such a gadget: this is the ability to load different things (white, colored, children's, sports items), and simultaneous washing in two drums.
The efficiency of clothing care is very high. The machine is able to cope even with very heavy dirt and work items, while simultaneously eliminating unpleasant odors.
The use of such equipment is advisable in a house with a large number of people and children.
The benefits are obvious from its use in laundries and businesses.
Flaws
- Size. Despite its minimal size, the machine with two drums is still quite large and is unlikely to fit in a small room.
- No separate touch screens for reels.
- A single control unit, that is, in the event of a malfunction, both drums will be affected.
- Drying. This function is available only in one of the reels.
- High price.
Undoubtedly, a machine with two drums is an amazing new product, but can it replace a regular washing machine, which also has a huge number of functions and programs?
