Large household appliances are sold under the Westfrost trademark on the Russian market, and there are dishwashers among them. We find out what Vestfrost dishwashers are, who makes them and what models are on the market.
About dishwashers "Westfrost"
Westfrost dishwashers are respected by Russian consumers. Models presented on the Russian market belong to the middle and highest price segment.
What brand?
Vestfrost is a Danish brand owned by the company of the same name. Based in Denmark, the company has been manufacturing professional refrigeration equipment for over fifty years. One of the activities of the company is dishwashers (PMM). In 2008, the company was acquired by the Turkish concern Vestel, the largest producer of Turkish household appliances. Today, the country is the manufacturer of dishwashers Vestfrost - Turkey.
Features PMM Vestfrost
Features and advantages of PMM "Westfrost":
- Design. Vestfrost technology belongs to the premium class. It is made in a modern minimalist style.
- Control. Simple and intuitive - you can quickly, without even looking at the instructions, configure the washing settings.
- Loading. In the lineup - devices designed for 10 and 15 sets.
- Functional. All devices are equipped with convenient modes - you can choose a program for any utensils, lightly and heavily soiled, for pans, for glasses, etc.
- Antibacterial program. At high temperatures, microbes and bacteria are destroyed. Items placed in the chamber are completely disinfected. Suitable for sterilizing baby dishes and nipples.
- Half load. If you need to wash several plates, it makes no sense to use the device 100%. Only one tray can be loaded - top or bottom. Users can not save plates, and wash them as needed, saving water and energy.
- Noise level. Noise about 44 dB - such cars can be turned on at night, they will not interfere with rest. At the same time, at night, you can use electricity at a more favorable rate. The Westfrost dishwasher energy class also helps to save energy.
- Leakage protection. All models are equipped with a reliable security system - AquaStop.
Overview of models and reviews
The manufacturer offers embedded PMMs - full-size and narrow. There are no compact and free-standing models. Most of the machines are equipped with a turbo dryer - the dishes are dried with hot air.
Vestfrost VFDW6053 - full-size with turbo dryer
A full-sized roomy machine in which you can wash 15 sets at a time. The control panel has a display - on it the user can read useful information about the current process - how much time is left until the end of the wash, what mode is running and other information. The device is equipped with a delayed start timer, a water purity sensor, salt and rinse aid indicators.
- Type: full size.
- Drying: turbo.
- Installation: fully integrated.
- Capacity: 15 sets.
- Power Consumption: A +++.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 59.8x55x82 cm.
- Programs: 8 (including for everyday washing, intensive, express, economical, automatic programs).
- Number of temperature conditions: 6.
- Noise: 44 dB.
- Weight: 38 kg.
- Average price: 44 990 rubles.
Pros:
- Quality drying with hot air. Compared to condensation, turbo-drying does a better job - the dishes at the outlet are completely dry.
- For washing, you can use 3 in 1 tablets. The use of tablet detergents simplifies the use - no need to separately add salt and rinse aid.
- Thanks to the water purity sensor, the machine can finish the cycle ahead of time as soon as the water is clean enough. As a result, water and electricity are saved.
- Compact enough for such a big load.
- Cope with complex pollution.
- The basket is height adjustable.
- Large selection of modes.
- Highly rinses and dries dishes.
- There is a function to automatically open the door after the completion of the cycle.
- There is a separate cutlery tray.
- On the control panel - backlight.
- Large selection of additional options for the modes - can be done faster, quieter and more.
Minuses:
- The door closes badly - one of the owners of this expensive PMM complains. The problem could be fixed after long negotiations with the seller - the machine was sent to the service. The damage was fixed, but the store claimed that nothing had to be repaired - most likely, the door was simply adjusted.
- When buying, there was no hose for water intake - I had to make complaints to the store, another user complains. In addition, the equipment is not indicated in the instructions - this contributed to the problem.
- Poor assembly. The internal assembly is excellent, the problems outside are an unevenly hanging door, and the thermal insulation is crookedly glued.
- Users regret that the “beam on the floor” indicator is not provided in the model.
15 sets is a very large load, for comparison, the compact PMM can wash 6 sets of dishes, narrow - 9–10 sets, full-size - 12–16 sets.
One set of dishes includes two plates - for the first and second dishes, salad bowl, cup, saucer, spoon, fork.
Another full-sized PMM is the VFDW6041. She has the same load, but it weighs more - 43 kg, and is noisier, the noise level is 47 dB.
Vestfrost VFDW4532 - narrow with turbo dryer
Narrow PMM for 10 sets. Unlike the previous model, it does not have a display and a clear water sensor. There is a timer, a beep, rinse aid and salt indicators.
- Type: narrow.
- Drying: turbo.
- Installation: fully integrated.
- Capacity: 10 sets.
- Power Consumption: A +.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 45x55x82 cm.
- Programs: 8 (including for everyday washing, intensive, express, economical, automatic programs).
- Number of temperature conditions: 6.
- Noise: 47 dB.
- Weight: 32 kg.
Pros:
- There are convenient programs - eco 50 ° C, fast 30 min 40 ° C.
- Workable and reliable. The owners write that they start the wash several times a day.
- Saving water and detergents.
- Compact, does not take up much space.
- Quietly working. It can be run at night.
- He washes dishes qualitatively - without white coating and stains. Cope with dried food contamination.
- Adjustment of baskets helps to establish large utensils.
Cons of this machine users have not found. Unless they regret that there is no "beam on the floor", although they could have done it for that kind of money - owners of VFDW4532 complain. The car washes quietly and without an indicator it is unclear whether the cycle has ended or not. However, a sound signal alerts the end of the user cycle.
Vestfrost VFDW4512 - only three programs and condensation drying
Narrow machine with condensation dryer. There is no display on the control panel. This is the cheapest version of Vestfrost. It provides a minimum set of programs and temperature conditions.
- Type: narrow.
- Drying: condensation.
- Installation: fully integrated.
- Capacity: 10 sets.
- Power Consumption: A +.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 45x55x82 cm.
- Programs: 3 (including intensive, economical, pre-soaking mode).
- Number of temperature conditions: 2.
- Noise: 49 dB.
- Weight: 32 kg.
Pros:
- Solid assembly.
- Silent work.
- With small dimensions it is very capacious.
- Affordable cost.
- Saving water.
- Qualitatively launders any pollution.
- Convenient modes - they are few, but the most popular.
Users are unanimous in the opinion that "for such little money this machine has no shortcomings."
Vestfrost VFDW4542 - black case and many programs
This narrow dishwasher is suitable for lovers of original color solutions - unlike other modifications, it has a black case. As with the previous machine, the VFDW4542 has a condensation type of dryer. The device is equipped with a display, a timer, an audible signal, salt / rinse aid indicators.
- Type: narrow.
- Drying: condensation.
- Installation: fully integrated.
- Capacity: 10 sets.
- Power Consumption: A +.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 45x55x82 cm.
- Programs: 8 (including intensive, economical, delicate, pre-soak mode, automatic programs).
- Number of temperature conditions: 2.
- Noise: 45 dB.
- Weight: 35.4 kg.
Pros:
- Stylish design.
- There is an extra antibacterial program.
- Interior lighting.
- Silently works.
- Quality washing.
- Economical.
- Simple operation.
- Many useful programs - you can choose the option for any dishes and dirt.
- Capacious baskets.
- There is a half load.
Minuses:
- There is no "beam on the floor."
- Low quality of external elements.
- Cheap plastic was used - after programs at 60–70 ° C, its smell is heard. Even the dishes emit the smell of plastic.
- Poorly dried dishes. I have to finish it with the door open.
- Overpriced.
About Warranty
The Westfrost company gives a guarantee for all its equipment for a period for 1 year. There is no Russian version of the manufacturer’s website. You can find out about the details of the guarantee and authorized service centers on the website of the official online store VESTFROST.
Most PMM Vestfrost models are worthy of premium technology. The Danish brand, representing the Turkish dishwasher assembly, deserves the attention of consumers who appreciate simplicity and reliability in technology.