Splendide WD2100XC

RANK #8:

If you look at this combo, it looks like all the other I have reviewed so far, however it does differ in a significant way. The drying function requires venting the hot air outside, which might be a problem in some households. Basically you need to make a hole in the wall, or have it near a window or a door. Sometimes, you can see this model being sold under the name Westland WD2100XC. It’s basically the same unit, just rebranded.

Details:

Dimensions (WxHxD): 23.4″ x 33.25″ x 22.0″
Weight: 148 lbs.
Capacity (cu.ft.): DOE 2.1
Drying System: Vented
Number of Wash Programs: 10
Number of Dry Programs: 3

 

Features: Automatic Dispenser Drawer, Auto Water/Energy Control, Safety Door Lock, Express Wash, More Rinse Cycles, Foam Removal System, Automatic Balance System, Impulse Spin Technology.
Spin Speed (Max): 1200 RPM
Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
Wash Programs: Super, Heavy, Regular, Express, Cotton, Wool, Wool Dry, Silk, Delicates, Synthetics.
Dry Programs: Rinse, Spin, Drain
Tray Dispenser: PreWash Detergent (With Bleach Bin removed), Detergent for the Wash Cycle (Powder or Liquid), Fabric Softener, Bleach (With Bleach Bin in place).
Materials: Drum: Stainless Steel, Cabinet: Painted Steel, Control Panel: Plastic, Top Plate: LPM Board, Door Rim: Chrome
Color: White
Ratings Electrical Requirements: Standard voltage electricity (UL Listed /120V, 60Hz, 11Amps)
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Pros and Cons:
Positives:
  • Good capacity.
  • Easy to install, easy to use.
  • Quiet.
  • Uses little water.
  • Energy efficient.
  • Low Maintenance – Lint passes safely through a ‘self-cleaning pump’ and then out the drain or dryer vent – so there’s no messy wash or dry filter for you to clean.
Negatives:
  • It uses a vented system so you will have to deal with the hot steam and vent it outside.
Negatives common to all combos:
  • There is no exterior lint trap for the dryer. The lint tends to collect around the rubber seal and you have to empty that once a month depending on the frequency of use.
  • The clothes need to be free to tumble in order to dry completely. Fill only half of the drum if you’re going to use the dry function.
  • Noisy water pump that expels the water from the machine – although active only intermittently during the wash and rinse cycle.
  • Produces a bit of heat.
Rating:
Design: 5/10 Capacity: 8/10
Features: 8/10 Wash & Dry Programs: 8/10
Money Savings: 7/10 Quiet: 7/10
Quality of Wash: 8/10 Quality of Dry: 6/10
Affordable: 6/10 Reliability: 7/10
Total Score: 70
Reviews and Prices:
Here you can find and compare user comments and prices from different online stores. Just a small advice – if you find a lot of positive reviews and some negative ones, it usually means that the complaining people don’t use the machine properly, or received some defective piece.
Online Store Price Link
Amazon $1,328.07 Purchase

Conclusion: If you are OK with the vented system, this machine doesn’t have any significant drawbacks.

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