Siemens iQ800 Washer-Dryer: Reviews, Drying Capacity & Power Consumption Discussion

Welcome,
I have to replace my 12 year old washing machine, which is barely panting.
I have a problem with drying clothes and that's why I'm looking for an integrated device.

iQ800: http://www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com/pl/lista-produktow/pranie-i-suszenie/washing dryer/WD15H542EU?breadcrumb=washerdryers

He has practically very good reviews.

Defects found:
- high power consumption - it doesn't matter to me because I have overproduction of energy by solar panels
- a small amount of drying worries me a bit, but we'll get over it somehow

Anyone know this model? There is practically no information on the forum ...

I can comment on the part of the service technician. I have such equipment in the warehouse, unfortunately not functional, it died after 4 years. Complicated inside, but the quality of workmanship is good. Made in China.

Lodxx wrote:

. Unfortunately, I have no such equipment in stock, it fell after 4 years. Complicated inside but the workmanship is good.

Thanks for the opinion.
I understand that it is not repairable?

I do not know, for now I do not want to judge this equipment badly, it can be a case-by-case, but this is a bit of a test of quality, especially since Siemens has only been a brand for two years, Bosch's trademark, of course, is about household appliances. I would like something with a 5 year warranty.

It's hard to buy something sensible for these PLN 3,000.
Like a lot of money but on Miele or AEG with a heat pump is not enough

In this Siemens (I also found the equivalent of Bosch) the plus is that it doesn't use water for drying. Interesting design ...

Maybe something from candy, ariston? Look around for something that has a long warranty. Unfortunately, today's equipment for big money does not mean durability.

I have also found a twin model for Siemens or Bosch WVH30542EU
http://www.bosch-home.pl/lista-produktow/pranie-i-suszenie/pralko-suszarki/WVH30542EU

I like this drying technology exceptionally without additional water consumption and I think I will decide on one of these 2 models.

Buddy, have you considered solving a separate washing machine and dryer?
In my humble opinion, the solution is definitely better. It is no coincidence that the driers as separate devices have a different drum design, besides, the traditional dryer checks the humidity of the laundry, thus, it will finish the cycle when the clothes are dried. I don't associate washer-dryers with this feature.
If there is a problem with the surface on which the devices are supposed to stand, it is possible to set them in a so-called post. Then such a bajer is used:
http://www.bosch-home.pl/lista-produktow/pran...Z11400?breadcrumb=washersanddryersaccessories
you screw it to the top of the washing machine and put a dryer on it. BSH had these connectors suited to the housings and it looks nice. All in a budget of about 3000, I think it will fit.
If you allow two free standing devices, maybe Beko might be worth considering. Equipment like budget, but with a relatively simple design, and above all for relatively cheap original parts. Generally, this producer cannot be blamed for much.

However, if for some reason it must necessarily be a washer-dryer, then the model you provided is a fairly good choice. The design is already a few years on the market, it changed a bit visually, that is control panels, door frames and so new models were created. An undeniable advantage is the detachable tank, which gives the chance to replace the drum bearings, which happened several times. The design seems to be complicated, in practice relatively pleasant even during severe demolitions. The only minus is quite expensive original parts.

I am still fighting for 2 devices, only then I have to remove a lot of shelves in the utility room.
This is already a big block for me.
Probably just let the wife decide and after the case

I would recommend separate devices.
I just sent friends today for this dryer:
Bosch WTN86201PL
A simple design, without fireworks and fountains, and more interestingly, cheaper than Beko.

Supplement.

I bought WD15H542EU - washer dryer with an interesting hot air drying system without additional water consumption.
This works surprisingly well, although you need to remember a maximum of 4kg loading when drying. As I loaded more, it failed to dry properly.

The washing machine is heavy - 90 kg. Very stable.
The operation is quiet for this type of drive. The quality of workmanship makes sense.

So, the combo won.

Just because of curiosity, what about the crease during drying? Many of the clients I spoke to who had just had a washer dryer complained a lot about it.

Things are not perfectly simple but completely acceptable.
Even in a short 60 min program (washing and drying) it is quite ok. Only then spin only 1500 rpm

The dryer throws warm air backwards, so it additionally heats the room where it stands

It is true that I came here on the occasion of the failure of this washer-dryer model, it seems that the heater burned out. However, up to that point, the washing machine worked perfectly, for almost 8 years of work with 2 small children. So often and with 3 washing and drying cycles per day. If anyone is thinking about iQ800 washer-dryers, I definitely recommend it.

As for the previous discussion, there are indeed advantages to having a separate dryer. However, I think most users will find the combo device more convenient. The laundry is set to be washed and dry after these 3 hours - you don't have to watch it and move it between devices. If you remember after 8 hours, dry laundry will be fine too ;)

Regards!
p.