Five great front-facing washers with a small load

The frontal washing machine of the Gorenje brand represents the middle price segment. It is suitable for relatively small families (up to three people), since up to 6 kg of cotton items can be washed in a 43-liter drum at a time. At the same time, it should not be difficult for the device to find a suitable place even in not the most spacious housing, because the depth of the case is moderate 43.5 cm.

Gorenje WNHPI 62 SCS / PL is equipped with a PowerDrive inverter, which is characterized by minimal wear compared to traditional motors. Its presence makes the model quieter (up to 74 dB at 1200 rpm) and more economical. Energy consumption corresponds to the C (new) rating, which is even better than A +++ according to the previously used classification: for 100 washings, 56 kWh will be wound on the meter. Water consumption is also low - an average of 37 liters per cycle.

The washing machine supports 15 programs, the main ones being cotton, synthetics, mixed fabrics and wool, as well as a quick wash and a sportswear mode. Two cycles - AllergyCare and Hygiene (baby items) - have a SteamTech steam step added by default. Due to the steam, wrinkles are smoothed out, unpleasant odors are removed and things are disinfected. The SterilTub drum self-cleaning program deserves special mention.

Among the additional options, flexible scheduling options for washing stand out, because both a delayed start and a cycle end timer are announced. The controls are quite standard and support a child safety lock.

Gorenje WNHPI 62 SCS/PL is a reliable, economical and moderately functional washer.

The Whirlpool washing machine represents the middle price segment and is able to meet the needs of small families (up to 3 people inclusive). It should easily fit into a modern interior, because it is made in the usual white case, against which the black edging of the hatch and the control panel with a rotary switch, LED display and buttons stand out.

Whirlpool WRBSB 6228 B is designed for washing up to 6 kg of cotton, mixed fabrics or whites. The set of programs has been expanded and includes 16 cycles, which is more than that of the main competitors in the market. In addition to modes for popular types of textiles, there is a quick (30-minute), economical and anti-allergenic wash. Special mention also deserves a program for bed linen and towels, two stain removal cycles and wool. The latter is notable for its certification from the reputable Woolmark company, so delicate and gentle care is guaranteed for items made from this fabric.

The device is equipped with an inverter motor, which today has become an almost indispensable component of washing machines. It is designed to extend the life of the model, positively affects the indicators of resource consumption. So, about 43 liters of water and 0.73 kWh of electricity are spent per cycle. This value corresponds to the evaluation of E (new).

The disadvantages of the washing machine include a high noise level (up to 83 dB) during the spin cycle (maximum intensity 1200 rpm). If this aspect is not critical, then Whirlpool WRBSB 6228 B is an interesting option, especially for owners of numerous woolen products.

Introduced in 2023, the Hisense brand washing machine provides a set of 15 programs. In addition to the typical cycles, there is a quick wash, a mode for dark clothes, sportswear and down products, as well as self-cleaning. Two programs, Allergy Steam and Baby Steam Care, add a steam step that removes allergens and reduces wrinkles.

Users of the Hisense WFQP 6012 EVM can also set the end time for washing (Delay End) or save any settings for the Favorite button, that is, create your own program. Other settings are also available, including the choice of pre-soak, extra rinse, intensive dirt removal.

The washing machine has acquired an inverter motor, which is designed to increase reliability and durability, reduce vibration and noise levels (does not exceed 74 dB when spinning at speeds up to 1200 rpm). The presence of an inverter has a positive effect on resource consumption. So, on average, the cycle takes 37 liters of water and 0.56 kWh of electricity. This indicator corresponds to class C (new).

The washing time with standard programs and a full load is about 200 minutes, but thanks to the automatic weighing system, the device itself determines the duration of the cycle, reducing it with a small amount of laundry.

The model's controls are simple and straightforward: a rotary lever, buttons and a display that, among other things, shows the countdown to the end of the wash. To protect against children, the panel can be locked, and to check the functionality, use the self-diagnosis option. As a result, it is often easy to determine the causes of the problem in the instruction from the error code.

Hisense WFQP 6012 EVM is a balanced washer for a reasonable price that can compete with models of famous Korean and European brands.

The Samsung brand washing machine with a case depth of 45 cm is immediately “ready to accept” up to 6 kg of things. The model is made in traditional white, but a related version in dark gray is also on sale - WW62J42E0HX.

The Samsung WW62J42E0HW features include the EcoBubble air bubble wash. In the corresponding cycle, an effective fight against pollution is declared with a gentle effect on tissues (including due to lower water temperatures). The "bubble" effect can also optionally be added to remove difficult stains.

In total, users are offered 12 programs, including quick wash, self-cleaning of the drum, and Bedding (bed) and Hygiene Steam. The last two modes have a steam stage designed to disinfect and remove allergens. The optimal program is also available for mixed fabrics and delicates.

The washing machine has acquired a Digital Inverter inverter, the warranty period for which is not 10, but 20 years, which indirectly confirms the increase in the reliability of the device. The model is characterized by low energy consumption ( class A +++) and low water consumption - about 33 liters per cycle or 5.5 liters per 1 kg of load. The noise level during spinning at 1200 rpm should not exceed a reasonable 73 dB.

Pleasant bonuses of the washing machine include the Volt Control system and the Smart Check function. The first protects the household appliance from power surges, and the second allows you to perform troubleshooting using a mobile application. In general, Samsung WW62J42E0HW is an interesting choice for small households and connoisseurs of minimal operating costs when washing.

The debutant of 2023 is a washing machine manufactured by Electrolux, which can be attributed to solutions at the junction of the middle and advanced class. The model, like most modern analogues, has an inverter motor, which is designed to increase the overall working life of the device.

The Electrolux PerfectCare 600 EW6SNME326X announced the SensiCare system, which is essentially an automatic weighing sensor that adapts the washing operating parameters, including the total duration, to the current load. The model holds up to 6 kg of laundry, consuming an average of 40 liters of water and 0.56 kWh of electricity per cycle. The last indicator corresponds to the score C (new).

14 programs are available to users of the washing machine. Basic cycles complement specialized ones, for example, for jeans, sportswear and jackets. The wool wash program has been awarded by Woolmark, which is a confirmation of the gentle effect on such a delicate fabric. The Anti-Allergy plus cycle also deserves mention: this steam mode is characterized by the effective removal of allergens, viruses and bacteria, which also has additional evidence - a certificate from the Swissestest test center.

Owners of the washing machine will be able to plan their time with the help of a delayed start and the Time Manager function. The latter makes it possible to flexibly change the duration of the wash, taking into account your needs and / or the degree of soiling of things.

The disadvantage of the model is a rather loud spin (up to 77 dB), but in general, its noise level is only slightly higher than that of the main competitors in the market. In any case, the Electrolux PerfectCare 600 EW6SNME326X is worth a closer look not only to the owners of woolen products in the wardrobe, but also to all third-party conscious consumption.