10 Best Washing Machines in India (2020)

1. IFB 8kg Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine (Senator WXS, Silver, Inbuilt Heater, Aqua Energie water softener)

IFB is the first homegrown brand to introduce front loading washing machines in the Indian market. And they are also one of the most popular and fastest-selling brand in the front loading washing machine category.

In Addition, over the years they have customized their models as per Indian washing needs.
This 8kg Senate Aqua IFB washing machine is ideal for a family of 5 or more members. It has the highest RPM in its category which means the best drying of clothes.

Features:

• 4D Wash – 4 nozzels for water shower in the drum for better soaking od clothes.
• Cradle Wash system – prevents washer and detergent to get to hard on delicate fabric.
• Smart LED-Lit – high visibility touch panel with LED lights
• Multi-position Program Encoder – Led lit program selector know
• Repeat Wash – to use same settings for daily wash
• Tub Clean – Eliminates scaling due to hard water and kills germs and bacterias.
• Ball Valve Technology – Lets the water out while keeping the detergent inside.

What We Like

• Highest RPM for better performance
• Huge Capacity (8Kg)
• Ease of access – door opening angle is 180 degree and door diameter is 320 mm.
• Water Softner
• Aqua Energie – for better use of detergent
• Cradle wash – for delicates like silk, lace lingerie
• Ball Valve Technology – reduce wastage of detergent

What We Dont Like

• Poor customer support in some areas

2. Bosch 7 kg Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine (WAK24168IN, Silver, Inbuilt Heater)

No one can beat Germans in solid built Quality. Bosch is the answer if you are looking for solid built quality washing machine with next-level cleaning.

This German brand is one of the premium home Appliance brands all over the world and it’s worth every rupee you spend on it. This 7 Kg Bosch washing machine is just right for a family fo 4-5 members.

It has a maximum spin speed of 1200 rpm and uses stainless Steel Vario drum. At this high-speed clothes practically come out dry so quite helpful in monsoon months.

Features:

• VarioDrum – built to be tough on stains and gentle on delicates
• EcoSilence Drive Motor – Low noise level(Less than 49 decibels)
• AntiVibration Design – Reduces vibrations and ensures greater stability.
• ActiveWater – Saves water with multiple load sensors,
• Speed Mode -Reduces wash time by up to 65%.
• VoltCheck – Deals with fluctuations and interruptions in power supply
• Child Lock – locks all settings
• Drum Clean – Removes lint and toxic residue that keeps the drum disinfected.
• Low Water Pressure – Can work on as low as 0.3 bar water pressure.
• Reload Function – Allows opening of the door early in the cycle to add/remove laundry.

What We Like

• German build quality.
• Option of opening door mid-cycle.
• VoltCheck for handling power cut and fluctuations
• 2 years Warranty on product and 10 years on motor.

What We Dont Like

• Poor customer support in some areas, a common problem with most brands.

3. LG 7 kg Inverter Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine (FH2G6HDNL42, Luxury Silver, Inbuilt Heater)

LG is a household brand in India. Furthermore, they are known for their quality machines and wide after-sales service. LG has adopted the latest technologies in this front loader machines.

This 7 kg LG washing machine comes with a stainless steel drum that runs at a max speed of 1000rpm. It uses the Direct Drive Technology which means the drum is directly attached to the motor instead of a belt, hence reduces the noise and friction and increases motor efficiency.

Due to this Direct Drive technology, motor wear and tears is significantly reduce thus life and durability of the washing machine increases

Features:

• 6 Motion Control Technology – Moves the drum in multiple directions for better wash.
• Inverter Direct Drive – No Belt & Pulley Involved, Motor directly attached to drum.
• Waterproof Touch Panel
• Auto Restart – Incase of power interruption, start from where it stopped.
• Heater – Can heat water up to 60°C to remove any type of stain.
• Child Lock – locks all settings
• Smart Diagnosis – Can diagnose up to 86 errors through SmartThinQ App.
• Tub Clean – Heats water at 85°C to clean tub along with the drum.
• Baby Care – Germ-free Clothes for your Babies.

What We Like

• Big Size drum.
• Inverter Direct Drive.
• Smart Diagnosis.

What We Dont Like

• The Auto Restart function does not work in the Child Lock mode.
• Expensive repair as compared to other washing machines.

4. Samsung 8 kg Inverter Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine (WW80J4243MW/TL, White, Inbuilt Heater, Eco Bubble)

Samsung has one of the most innovative washing machines in India. Their new machines come with Artificial Intelligence-powered Assistant.

This 8 Kg Samsung washing machine has a huge wash drum capacity and is ideal for a family of 5 or more members. Also, this machine has a diamond drum that runs at 1200 rpm which means cleaner and dryers clothes after wash.

It has Digital inverter technology that uses stronger magnets for quieter and more powerful performance and also reduces electricity consumption.

Features:

• Eco Bubble Technology – Turns detergent into bubbles for better cleaning.
• Digital Inverter Technology – Less noise and extra powerful performance.
• Eco Drum Clean Technology – Keeps drum clean and free of detergent.
• Smart Check – Automatic error-monitoring system using this smartphone app.
• Diamond Drum – 25% smaller holes in the drum to prevent fabric damage.
• Ceramic Heater – faster water heating and prevents calcium build in hard water

What We Like

• Great Washing Performance.
• Diamond drum to prevent damage.
• ceramic heater for areas with hard water supply.
• Smart Check.

What We Dont Like

• Looks can be worked on.

5. LG 8 kg Inverter Wi-Fi Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine (FHT1408SWL, Luxury Silver)

LG needs no introduction. Tt is a household brand in India. They are known for their quality machines and wide after sales service. LG has adopted latest technologies in this front loader machines.

This 8 kg LG washing machine is ideal for a family of 5 or more members. Its stainless steel drum runs at speed of 1400 rpm one of the fastest in its range. It has a unique Steam Wash system that combats allergens with the power of Steam.

Ideal for babies and people with an allergy problem. It’s a great option for monsoon season also.

Features:

• 6 Motion Control Technology – Moves the drum in 6 different directions for best washing.
• Inverter direct drive – Motor directly attached to the drum, so less noise, vibration & reduced Wear and Tear.
• Steam Wash Technology – sterilizes clothes with steam to remove bacteria, dust mites, pet & pollen allergen.
• Smart Diagnosis – Can diagnose up to 86 errors through SmartThinQ App.
• Waterproof Touch Panel – Safe to touch the settings/operations panel with wet hands.

What We Like

• Excellent Washing Performance.
• Smart Diagnostic
• Inverter direct drive
• Steam Wash Technology

What We Dont Like

• Expensive repairs.
• Heavy weight.

1. Whirlpool 7.5 Kg 5 Star Fully-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine with In-Built Heater (360 BLOOMWASH PRO (540) H 7.5, Graphite, Hexa Bloom Impeller)

Whirlpool is an American brand with huge presence in Indian Market. Their products are know for their most durability. The company has a service network across 3500+ towns and cities in India.

This 7.5 Kg BLOOMWASH Whirlpool Washing Machine is perfect for a family for 5 or more members.

Its Premium Edge to Edge aesthetic makes it one of best looking washing machine in top loading segment.

This Whirlpool washing machine comes with an inbuilt water heater and hard water wash technology.

Features:

• 12 Wash Programs – For every washing need.
• In-Built Heater Technology: Water can be heater at 3 different levels – Warm, Hot & Allergen free
• 360 Bloomwash Action with Hexabloom Impeller – for superior cleaning and minimum fabric abrasion.
• ZPF Technology – Fill wash tub 50%^^ faster even with as low as.17mpa.
• LED Digital Display & Soft Close Lid: for premium feel
• Hard Water Wash Technology – For hard water supply regions.
• Advanced magic lint filter: automatic collection of lint

What We Like

• In-Built Heater Technology
• Hard Water Wash Technology
• Advance Magic Lint Filter
• ZPF Technology

What We Dont Like

• Actually nothing

2.IFB 6.5 kg Fully-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (TL-RDW 6.5kg Aqua, Ivory White, Aqua Energie water softener)

IFB is an international brand that has a huge bearing on the domestic Indian customer base. With their strong built and sturdy design they are giving tough competition to German brands like Bosch and Siemens.

This 6.5 Kg IFB washing machine is suitable for a small family of 2 adults and a kid. It has a crescent moon drum type which creates gentle water cushion to protect the fabric from wear and tear. This is the same drum type used in their front loading washing machines.

Features:

• Aqua Engie – for better use of detergent
• 3D Wash – for better soaking of clothes.
• Triadic pulsator – Soft scrub pads at the bottom for better wash.
• Auto Balance System – unbalanced load automatically redistributed.
• 8 Water level Option – different water level options to adjust as per requirement.

What We Like

• Aqua Engie – Latest Technology of IFB
• Auto Balance System.
• Crescent Moon Drum.

What We Dont Like

• Looks.

3. LG 6.5 kg Inverter Fully-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (-T7569NDDLH. ASFPEIL , Middle Free Silver)

LG is household brand in India. They are known for their quality machines and wide after sales service. LG has successfully adopted their front loading washing machine technologies in their top loading washing machines.

This 6.5 Kg LG washing machine is ideal for a family of 2-3 members. It has a stainless steel drum which is rustproof and durable.

This LG washing machine model is wi-fi enabled with a smart diagnosis feature. It is one of LG’s latest technology in the washing machine which is used in their front-loading models as well.

Features:

• Punch +3 – 3 mini pulsators which create vertical water stream for better detergent performace
• Auto restart – Automatically Starts again in case of power interruption
• Smart Diagnosis – Can diagnose up to 86 errors through SmartThinQ App
• Child lock – kid-friendly
• 8 Different Wash Program – different program cycles for different clothes.

What We Like

• Smart Diagnosis
• Punch +3

What We Dont Like

• No Inbuilt heater

4. Samsung 6.2 kg Fully-Automatic Top load Washing Machine (WA62M4100HY/TL, Imperial Silver)

Samsung is another very well known brand in India. Their technology, reliability and reasonable price make it an ideal choice for any Indian household.

This 6.2 Kg Samsung washing machine has diamond drum technology, which is delicate on clothes.

The Air Turbo feature allows dual air supply for maximum drying, therefore reducing the dry time of clothes. Additionally, this machine comes with the latest led panel for ease of use.

Features:

• Air turbo – Dual air vents for maximum drying.
• Auto restart – Automatically Starts again in case of power interruption
• Child lock – kid-friendly
• Magic filter – for better collection of lint.
• Tempered glass window – for greater visibility and long-lasting durability.
• Diamond drum – 25% smaller holes set deep inside for better protection of delicate clothes.
• Center Jet Pulsator – for better distribution of detergent.
• 5 Water level Option – different water level options to adjust as per requirement.
• 6 Different Wash Program – different program cycles for different clothes.

What We Like

• Magic Lint – for ease of maintenance
• Tempered Glass – Durability
• Diamond Drum – Samsungs latest technology used in front load machines also

What We Dont Like

• No Inbuilt heater

5. Haier 6.2 Kg Fully-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (HWM62-AE, White with Blue lid)

Haier is not stranged to any Indian consumer. Additionally, their products have proved their performance over the years. Their appliances are know to be budget-friendly and high on durability.

This 6.2Kg Haier washing machine is a good options for beginer switching from semi-automatic to fully automatic washing machine for their ease of function and compact design.

They have a espcially designed Ariel wash featured in collaboration with Ariela Detergent. This feature reduces detergent consumption.

This Haier model comes with a stainless steel drum with Oceanus Wave Drum for less abrasion and better wash quality.

Features:

• Oceanus Wave Drum – designed for stronger water flow.
• Bionic Magic Filter – for better collection of lint.
• Unique Ariel Cycle co-developed with Ariel Detergent for a better wash.
• Child lock – kid-friendly
• 8 Different Wash Program – different program cycles for different clothes.

What We Like

• Compact Design
• Great washing performance

What We Dont Like

• Looks can be improved.

Washing Machine Latest Technology

1. 360 BloomWash Pro – Washes clothes in a unique 360° blooming wash motion, which reduces fabric abrasion by rubbing clothes with each other gently.

2. 6th Sense SoftMove Technology

With this technology, the machines are able to change drum movements according to fabric type. They have many wash types like: Energic wash for cotton, Power shower for synthetics, Colour bath, Wave motion, Slow motion for delicates, Soft cradle for Wool. 

3. Ball valve Technology

The Float Ball Valve prevents detergent from draining out while drawing the water. this helps in reducing the wastage of detergent and enhancing the washing of clothes.

4. IntelliSense Inverter Motor – The IntelliSense Inverter motor Helps in reducing noise and vibration. This technology also aids in power consumption. Hence savings on electric bills. 

5. Inverter Direct Drive –

Inverter Direct drive means that the motor connects directly onto the back of the drum shaft. Traditionally this was done by using a belt or a pulley. This meant more wear and tear and extra maintence.

However with no Belt & Pulley Involved, Motor directly attached to the drum so, speed and torque of the motor can be precisely controlled. Thus we have very quiet and smooth motor action.

6. Smart Check App –

Smart Check is an automatic error-monitoring system. Using this smartphone App one can detect and diagnose problems at an early stage.

With the help of this self troubleshooting feature, one can save on time and potentially expensive repair bills. Available on Android and iOS devices.

7. VarioDrum – Built to be tough on stain and gentle on delicate clothes.

8. ZPF Technology –  Fills drum 50% faster even with low-pressure water supply. 

9. Wobble Technology –

The wobbling technology provides a three dimensional current of water to the clothes aids in better cleaning and conserves water too.

It is primarily used in top Load machines.

10. Eco Drum Clean Technology –

Keeps the wash drum clean and free of chemical/detergent. It even automatically notifies for drum cleaning.

11. Smart Inverter Technology –

Is An Energy Saving Technology. It saves energy consumption by up to 36 %.

12. SteamCare Technology – 

This technology uses steam to ease out and prevent wrinkling of clothes during washing.

It also sterilizes clothes with steam to remove bacteria, dust mites, pet & pollen allergies. Removes odour. Therefore a good feature for monsoon months.

13. Aqua Energie  

The present generation of IFB machines comes with a unique Aqua Energie technology that enables it to convert the hard water to soft water.

The washing machine come equipped with Aqua filter that helps to break the salts like bicarbonates in the hard water into fine crystals.

Hence brighter clothes even with hard water supply

14. Eco bubble – This technology turns detergents into bubbles for better penetration in clothes. Thus helps in the optimum use of detergents and efficient cleaning, even at low water temperature.

15. Diamond Drum’s

The holes in the wash drum are both 25% smaller and located deep within each diamond-shaped depression.

Therefore, it prevents fabric damage from sticking out.

16. Jet Spray Technology – The exclusive Jet Spray technology removes detergent from clothes efficiently during the rinse cycle.

17. Digital Inverter Technology

Digital inverter technology uses stronger magnets which reduces the friction and provides outstanding durability. It also uses up to 40%‡ less energy.

Hence the washing machine is quieter, more powerful performance and less electricity consumption.

1. Whirlpool 7 Kg 5 Star Semi-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (SUPERB ATOM 7.0, Grey, TurboScrub Technology)

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Features

• 1450 RPM – Higher the rpm quicker the dry time
• 3 Wash Programs
• Auto Restart
• Smart Scrub Station – Hasel free scrubbing without bending. Designed to allow water and detergent to flow back into the wash tub
• Water Proof and Shock Proof Control Panel
• 66L Large Wash tub for free movement of clothes
• 340W High-Efficiency Powerful Motor – Strong enough to move clothes in all possible directions for thorough cleaning.
• Multi-Utility Tray – for sorting clothes
• Super Soak Technology – 25 minutes long soaking for better cleaning
• In-Built Scrubber – A Special scrubber inside the wash tub for extra scrubbing
• Lint collector – collects lint for fresher clothes
• Buzzer alert – for notification of cycle completion

What we like

• Buzzer Alert system
• Super Soak Technology
• In built Scrubber

What we dont Like

• No heater

2. Samsung 7.2 kg Semi-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (WT725QPNDMPXTL, White and Blue, Center Jet Pulsator)

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Features

• 7.2 kg capacity – Ideal for a family of 3 to 4 members.
• 1000 RPM – for faster drying
• Child Lock – for extra safety
•  Buzzer – Informs about cycle completion
• Rust Proof Body
• Double Strom Pulsator – create horizontal and vertical water current for better cleaning and less tangle.
• Air Turbo Drying System – dual air inlet vents for better drying of clothes.
• Lint Filter – collects lint
• Easy to Scrub – built-in scrub board at the bottom of the wash tub.
• Wash Tray – for extra scrubbing by hand

What we like :

• Child Lock
• Air Turbo Drying System

What we dont like :

• No option of hot water wash

3. LG 8 Kg 5 Star Semi-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (P8035SPMZ, Purple)

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Features

• 8 Kg Capacity – Suitable for large families.
• 1350 RPM – Faster drying.
• Spin tub capacity 6.0 kg – Lrage capacity
• Roller Jet Pulsator – More rotation for better wash quality
• Rat away feature – from protection from rats.
• Auto-restart – Useful in case of power interruption
• Magic Wheel – for easier movement
• Buzzer – for regular alerts
• Lint Collector – for fresher clothes and cleaner washing machine

What we like :

• Rat Away Feature.
• Auto REstart
• Roller Jet Pulsator

What we don’t like :

• Big size – only suitable for large families

4. Panasonic 8 kg Semi-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (NA-W80G5VRB, Violet)

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Features

• 1350 RPM: Higher the spin speed, lower the drying time.
• Wash Programs: 4
• Active Foam System: High-density foam generator for better cleaning
• Toughened Glass Lid: for better looks and durability
• Auto Restart – Useful incase of power cut.
• Soft Close: Lid closed gradually and quietly for easy and safe use.
• Covered Panel – for clean and elegant looks
• Aqua Water Filter – Filters out impurities in water for cleaner wash.
• Air Dry – special design to ensure inlet of air and longest spin cycle in the segment for dryeres clothes.

What We Like :

• Soft close lid
• Aqua Water Filter
• Active Foam system

What we don’t like :

• No option for hot water wash.

5. LG 6.5 Kg 4 Star Semi-Automatic Top Loading Washing Machine (P6510NBAY, Dark Blue, Rat Away Technology

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Features

• 6.5 KG Capacity: Suitable for a family of 4-5 members.
• 1350 RPM: faster drying of clothes
• 5.5 kg capacity for spin tub
• Rat away feature – protect against rat damage
• collar scrubber – better cleaning of collar and cuffs.
• Spin shower – washes off detergent residual from clothes during the spin cycle.

What we like :

• Rat Away Feature
• Spin
• Shower

What We Dont Like :

• Miss the convenience of a fully automatic washing machine