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<blockquote data-quote="A.S.H" data-source="post: 1942692" data-attributes="member: 55923"><p>I was looking for a machine with not just good wash quality, but also one that could remove stains, without manual intervention involving a brush and soap. I never heard anyone mention about any machine that could remove stains easily and satisfactorily, which is understandable, as conventional washing machines with their conventional / typical movements hardly get the job done. That was when I stumbled upon the new LG machines with 6 motion technology, involving various motions, and which LG claims is better than hand wash. I noticed that they started with 6 kg capacities and above. I wanted something that was a bit high-end, with fairly advanced features, but not overly expensive. About 35K or below. I was attracted to the 6.5 kg machine, which differs from the 6 kg variety only in RPM spin speed. The models above, 7 kg and also, another 6.5 kg, were not just more expensive, but didn't have many significant features that could warrant a serious consideration. That is how I zeroed in on the 6.5 kg / 1200 RPM machine.</p><p> </p><p>Now, after looking at your post, where you had mentioned that drum volume for DD machines differs from non-DD machines only by a margin of under 10% for machines of 6.5 kg capacity, compared to 20% for machines of 6 kg and under, I deduce that 6.5 kg is probably the sweet spot where good pricing meets good features. </p><p></p><p>However, there is one peculiar aspect about LG machines, that I noted, which is that LG seems to change their model number quite frequently, and the machines with the newer model numbers seem to be exactly the same as the older model numbers. For instance, the 6.5 kg machine model number ended with WDP2/25 (white or silver), but one fine day, all of a sudden, I noticed that a 6.5 kg machine was listed as "New" on LG's website, with its model number ending with WDL2/25 (white or silver). I compared the "new" models with the older ones and unless I'm seriously mistaken, both the machines are exactly the same. LG seems to have tweaked some information here and there on the main page and added "New" to the product. I guess this might be a tactical move to lure more potential customers.</p><p></p><p>You had mentioned that the LG's have replaceable spiders, while the Bosch/Siemens have the spider attached to the drum and hence require the drum to be replaced as well. This definitely seems to be the biggest advantage that LG has over Bosch/Siemens. But it depends on how much the spiders cost. I read somewhere that Siemens' drum costs about 7.5K to replace (though I don't know for sure). </p><p></p><p>You had mentioned that after-sales service is better in Tier 1 cities, than in Tier 2. I don't think this may be entirely true because I have read absolutely woeful tales from customers of Siemens, who are senior citizens, and belong to Tier 1 cities like mine. I can't imagine what citizens belonging to Tier 2 cities must be enduring. However, I noticed too that there are very negligible people disappointed with LG's service.</p><p></p><p>I also noticed that almost every single review I have read about LG's performance and wash quality has only been good to excellent. </p><p></p><p>Regarding a link for multiple drum breakages, I noted this aspect in a review of electrical / electronic gadgets where someone had enquired about purchasing a Siemens machine and wanted a review, and the reviewer stated about multiple drum breakages. Besides, there are numerous consumer complaints on many websites, which validate this, though it is not clear what actually caused this, nor do the complaints elaborate on this.</p><p></p><p>Thanks for providing the link to show the differences between DD and non-DD machines. I was flabbergasted to note that the reviewer had even used the word "rubbish" in one of his sentences. I can't believe that DD, like 6 motion technology, is nothing but a marketing ploy by LG! I was also very astonished to note that all machines under 60K are manufactured in China! Incredible! I can't believe I wanted to purchase an LG machine made in China, of all places! Likewise with the Siemens machines where only those above 60K and above are made in Germany. I'm not quite sure how to react to all this...</p><p></p><p>Regarding 6 motion technology, I was wondering if you had any information about how many motions are associated with wash cycles, other than cotton. Also, regarding IQ drives, there are several drives starting from IQ100 to IQ800. Why are they numbered in multiples of 100, and how do these motors differ from each other?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="A.S.H, post: 1942692, member: 55923"] I was looking for a machine with not just good wash quality, but also one that could remove stains, without manual intervention involving a brush and soap. I never heard anyone mention about any machine that could remove stains easily and satisfactorily, which is understandable, as conventional washing machines with their conventional / typical movements hardly get the job done. That was when I stumbled upon the new LG machines with 6 motion technology, involving various motions, and which LG claims is better than hand wash. I noticed that they started with 6 kg capacities and above. I wanted something that was a bit high-end, with fairly advanced features, but not overly expensive. About 35K or below. I was attracted to the 6.5 kg machine, which differs from the 6 kg variety only in RPM spin speed. The models above, 7 kg and also, another 6.5 kg, were not just more expensive, but didn't have many significant features that could warrant a serious consideration. That is how I zeroed in on the 6.5 kg / 1200 RPM machine. Now, after looking at your post, where you had mentioned that drum volume for DD machines differs from non-DD machines only by a margin of under 10% for machines of 6.5 kg capacity, compared to 20% for machines of 6 kg and under, I deduce that 6.5 kg is probably the sweet spot where good pricing meets good features. However, there is one peculiar aspect about LG machines, that I noted, which is that LG seems to change their model number quite frequently, and the machines with the newer model numbers seem to be exactly the same as the older model numbers. For instance, the 6.5 kg machine model number ended with WDP2/25 (white or silver), but one fine day, all of a sudden, I noticed that a 6.5 kg machine was listed as "New" on LG's website, with its model number ending with WDL2/25 (white or silver). I compared the "new" models with the older ones and unless I'm seriously mistaken, both the machines are exactly the same. LG seems to have tweaked some information here and there on the main page and added "New" to the product. I guess this might be a tactical move to lure more potential customers. You had mentioned that the LG's have replaceable spiders, while the Bosch/Siemens have the spider attached to the drum and hence require the drum to be replaced as well. This definitely seems to be the biggest advantage that LG has over Bosch/Siemens. But it depends on how much the spiders cost. I read somewhere that Siemens' drum costs about 7.5K to replace (though I don't know for sure). You had mentioned that after-sales service is better in Tier 1 cities, than in Tier 2. I don't think this may be entirely true because I have read absolutely woeful tales from customers of Siemens, who are senior citizens, and belong to Tier 1 cities like mine. I can't imagine what citizens belonging to Tier 2 cities must be enduring. However, I noticed too that there are very negligible people disappointed with LG's service. I also noticed that almost every single review I have read about LG's performance and wash quality has only been good to excellent. Regarding a link for multiple drum breakages, I noted this aspect in a review of electrical / electronic gadgets where someone had enquired about purchasing a Siemens machine and wanted a review, and the reviewer stated about multiple drum breakages. Besides, there are numerous consumer complaints on many websites, which validate this, though it is not clear what actually caused this, nor do the complaints elaborate on this. Thanks for providing the link to show the differences between DD and non-DD machines. I was flabbergasted to note that the reviewer had even used the word "rubbish" in one of his sentences. I can't believe that DD, like 6 motion technology, is nothing but a marketing ploy by LG! I was also very astonished to note that all machines under 60K are manufactured in China! Incredible! I can't believe I wanted to purchase an LG machine made in China, of all places! Likewise with the Siemens machines where only those above 60K and above are made in Germany. I'm not quite sure how to react to all this... Regarding 6 motion technology, I was wondering if you had any information about how many motions are associated with wash cycles, other than cotton. Also, regarding IQ drives, there are several drives starting from IQ100 to IQ800. Why are they numbered in multiples of 100, and how do these motors differ from each other? [/QUOTE]
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