The Vestel brand is inferior in popularity to many European and Korean competitors. Many do not even know who owns this brand. We find out why Vestel washing machines are interesting for our consumer and where they are manufactured.
About the manufacturer of washing machines Vestel
Vestel, a Turkish brand that produces household appliances and electronics, belongs to the group of companies of the same name. All washing machines of this brand are assembled at their own factories (manufacturing country - Turkey).
The production of automatic washing machines (CMA) is only one of the areas of activity of the company, which has dozens of representative offices in different countries. The company is part of the largest Turkish holding Zorlu Group. The company produces household appliances not only under its own brand, but also under a contract.
Technology
You should not think that Turkish washers are at the bottom of the technical rating - Vestel has implemented many interesting solutions that make their work economical and efficient:
- Pyrojet. Thanks to this technology, energy consumption is reduced by 70%. And in comparison with class A +++ models and devices of similar power, they spend 28% less water. In ordinary washers, the water, once in the tank, slowly heats up, and energy consumption increases. In machines with Pyrojet, water is heated in a tank of the same name - it is located at the bottom of the apparatus. Heated water is sprayed directly onto the tank. Such a system reduces the time for heating the water, and accordingly, the energy consumption is reduced. By spraying hot water on the laundry, it is possible to maximize the washing efficiency and reduce water consumption.
- BLDC motor. Thanks to the magnetic motor, the machines are quieter than usual. Such a motor halves the noise level during washing and spinning.
- Spot removal programs. The manufacturer offers 22 options for stain removal. The choice is made taking into account the temperature of the program and the degree of contamination. The machine will be able to cope with stains from the earth, sweat, deodorant, eggs, tea, blood, fat, foundation, ice cream, herbs, fruits, chocolate, coffee and others.
How much are Turkish AGR?
Price is one of the main advantages of Turkish washing machines. The assortment presented on the Russian market has models costing from 10,000 to 27,000 rubles. Until 2014, the company produced its products in Russia. Due to the crisis, production was curtailed; today, on the Russian market, mainly budget models, the emphasis is on buyers with limited funds. At the same time, the manufacturer claims that its products are characterized by high build quality and durability.
Overview of models and customer reviews
The Turkish manufacturer is trying to please the Russian consumers as much as possible - they have to compete with German, Italian and Korean brands that are respected by our customers.
The instructions are written in Russian - from them you can learn how to use Vestel washers, what modes and programs are in this or that model.
Among the models presented by Vestel, white color prevails. All cars have front loading and standard dimensions of height and width are 85 and 60 cm, respectively. The hatch diameter is also standard - 30 cm. Depth - different; there are narrow and full-size modifications. All models are very similar, the difference is only in the nuances - the depth, load size and some other parameters vary.
All Vestel SMA have plastic tanks - this makes them less heavy and noisy and reduces cost. Plastic tanks are inferior to stainless steel counterparts in strength - they are characterized by increased fragility. However, polymer tanks today are installed in most washing machines offered on world markets.
Important! Do not confuse the tank with the drum and do not be alarmed. The drum is always made of stainless steel, and the tank is the part in which the drum itself is placed.
F2WM 840 - the most common inexpensive machine
Freestanding narrow SMA with a small load. In one cycle, you can wash only 5 kg of laundry. Drum capacity is enough to serve a small family. The control panel has a digital display, a rotary knob and the usual buttons.
- Capacity: 5 kg.
- Water consumption: 43 l per cycle.
- Spin speed: 800 rpm.
- Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, economical, anti-creasing, for sportswear, quick, soaking).
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / D.
- Safety: partial leakage protection, protection against children, control of imbalance and foam level.
- Noise level (wash / spin): 58/75 dB.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
- Weight: 60.5 kg.
Pros:
- It saves energy. It can save 10–20% per month.
- Simple and convenient control - users have almost no questions.
- Qualitatively wring out, albeit at 800 rpm.
- There is a blocking of unauthorized interference - an important thing for families with children.
- There are modes for shirts and a casual option - convenient and economical.
Minuses:
- There is no time display. A trifle, but users really appreciate the opportunity to see the time remaining until the end of the cycle.
- Too much weight. For a device with a load of only 5 kg, a weight of 60 kg is a bit much.
WMA 480 - with removable cover
Ultra-narrow washing machine with removable lid for installation. It can be integrated under the countertop or in one of the cabinets of the kitchen set. The machine has a very small load - only 4 kg, this is enough to service 1-2 people. The control panel is equipped with a digital display - the user can read the most important information about the current work.
- Capacity: 4 kg.
- Water consumption: 43 l per cycle.
- Spin speed: 800 rpm.
- Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including washing delicate fabrics, preliminary, economical, anti-crease, for sportswear, fast, for mixed fabrics).
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / D.
- Safety: partial leakage protection, protection against children, control of imbalance and foam level.
- Noise level (wash / spin): 58/74 dB.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x36x85 cm.
- Weight: 57.5 kg.
Pros:
- Compactness. This narrow device can fit in the smallest apartment.
- If the legs are set correctly, the device works almost silently.
- High quality washing and spin.
Users did not mention the flaws, except that they noted not the best design - but this is a matter of taste. WMA 480 is a great option for people on a budget. This small washing machine takes up a minimum of space - this is perhaps the most compact version in the Vestel lineup on the Russian market. The modification is also suitable for an elderly person - inexpensive, with ordinary buttons, small in size.
F2 WM 1041 - with a large hatch
Freestanding front-facing device. Average capacity - 6 kg, this is enough to wash a small family. Control the device using buttons and a rotary knob. This modification has a hatch diameter of 33 cm, which is 3 cm larger than the rest of the machines of this brand.
- Capacity: 6 kg.
- Water consumption: 47 l per cycle.
- Spin speed: 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including for delicate fabrics, for children’s clothing, sportswear, super rinse, quick wash).
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / C.
- Safety: partial leakage protection, protection against children, control of imbalance and foam level.
- Noise level (wash / spin): 58/77 dB.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
- Weight: 60.5 kg.
Pros:
- The optimal load level - with small dimensions, this modification can cater for an average family.
- Compact - the device fits in cramped kitchens and bathrooms.
- There is a 15 minute mode.
- Simple operation.
Minuses:
- Tinted glass - the washing process is not visible through it.
- There are cases of factory defects.
Users who encounter a marriage were able to change their faulty devices in the store. So the marriage with the Turkish brand is found, like with other more well-known companies, but there are no problems with the exchange, as practice shows.
Vestel WMA 6100 - with black sunroof
A stylish model in which the first thing that catches your eye is an elegant black hatch. The rest of the model is not much different from other representatives of the Turkish brand.
Parameters:
- Capacity: 6 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 1000 rpm.
- Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including Delicate, Economical, Sportswear and others).
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / C.
- Safety: protection against leaks, blocking from children, control of imbalance and foam level.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x42x85 cm.
- Noise level (wash / spin) - 58 / 77dB.
- Optional: removable cover for installation under the countertop
Pros:
- Large capacity.
- Well wringes and erases.
- Beautiful hatch.
- If the load is incomplete, it reduces the 3-hour program by 1 hour.
Minuses:
- If an imbalance occurs, it starts to “jump”.
- In short modes, only one rinse and can no longer be added.
- Although there is a display, it does not display the time until the end of the wash.
Vestel F2WM 832 - mini with a small load
In appearance, the machine is unremarkable - the design, to put it mildly, is inferior to more modern solutions. But this model is purchased for small kitchens or in small bathrooms. Also, it is suitable for a single person.
Specifications:
- Capacity: 4 kg.
- Spin speed: up to 800 rpm.
- Number of programs: 15 pcs. (including Delicate, Economical, Crushing Prevention, Fast, etc.).
- Energy Efficiency Class: A +.
- Classes of washing / spin: A / D.
- Safety: partial protection against leaks, blocking from children, control of imbalance and foam level.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x36x85 cm.
- Noise level (wash / spin) - 58 / 75dB.
- Optional: you can select the washing temperature.
Pros:
- Affordable cost.
- Almost no noise.
- Easy to install.
- The AGR is equipped with a delayed start.
- The display shows a countdown.
Minuses:
- Does not signal the end of the program.
- Weak LEDs on the display indicators.
- Unpresentable design.
- Inconvenient cuvette for washing products.
Conclusions
To summarize:
- Customer reviews are mostly positive. The main emphasis is on a combination of affordable price and performance.
- The main characteristics of SMA are close to the average consumer demand. Reasonable price and ease of management make Westel functional washing machines attractive to customers. But the distrust of Turkish products and the lack of promotion of the brand played a role - the machines of this manufacturer lose popularity in Italian, Korean and German counterparts.
- There are no models with drying in the presented assortment. On the official website, you can look at washing and drying machines, but they are currently not available for sale. Obviously, they are too expensive for the Turkish brand. Still, Vestel is taken because of the affordable cost, and versions with drying are much more expensive. Here, potential buyers can see photos of all Vestel SMA and their characteristics.
Vestel Turkish washing machines are in demand among consumers who do not pursue super-durability. The Turks supply the Russian market with quite high-quality and competitive washers that can not only wash clothes, but also save resources.