Miele revised the construction of their W1 series in 2020. The drum spinning assembly is now made of stainless steel instead of aluminium, just like the old machines.
This is the absolute entry-level model from Miele and the only model that is not made in Germany but in the Czech Republic and the tub is not made of stainless steel like all other Miele machines but made of plastic. I would not buy this model rather a series higher WBD1.. or WDB3.. never WDB0.. series
2020 Update: Having had the machine for 3 years, I wanted to do an update: So, after 3 years of service, we just got rid of this machine. Here's why: In the first 2 years the machine worked well and we were very happy with it (aside from a small issue with the machine not wringing out towels very thoroughly so it required an extra spin after a complete cycle - but that we could live with.) In the 3rd year it started breaking down a lot. We called the repair people 5 times this year, and the 5th time the problem would cost £400 to repair, so we decided we'd just get a new machine. The issues that started to come up in the 3rd year: 1.) Heating Element Issue: An error came up on the machine. The repair people told us it's a known issue that this machine has heating elements (thermostat & heating sensor) that wear out quite easily causing the machine to stop working as long as it shows the fault / error message. We replaced the heating element and avoided running the machine at very high temperatures to help preserve the replacement heating element. Very high temperatures can make it break since it's just a weakness of this part - we found this out after we had to replace the heating element 3 times! 2.) Drum spinner breakdown The final straw was when all the parts that hold the drum in place snapped (the ball bearings, coupling & spinner) causing the drum to spin askew, banging against the sides of the machine noisily. This would cost £400 to repair and our 2 year insurance had run out by this point so.. we decided to buy a new machine since it would cost about the same as the repair. Final thoughts: I don't know if we were unlucky and got a dud machine - which is possible, but personally, we were put off from buying Miele again since it's so expensive and lasted for so little time - and also our repairman told us he personally wouldn't buy a Miele based on his experience working with these machines. The new machine we bought is a Bosch - fingers crossed it will have a much longer lifespan. If you buy this machine (or any other) I think it's worth getting some insurance for 3+ years to cover you, just in case!
Thanks for this update. You are saving me from wasting a lot of $$$ in buying this model, which is currently the cheapest Miele available in my country. I fear that all front loaders are breaking down very quickly these days. It’s galvanic corrosion. My Hoover hasn’t made it to 2 years old, even though I have followed the rules of keeping the door open and not overdoing the detergent. What is there to buy if even Miele is corroding so quickly??
soory to let you know but if you bougth a bosch machi its the same. bosch, siemens, aeg , miele its all the same . german. witch used to be the best not enymoore .
@@MsTReviews Are you happy with Bosch? I thought Miele were the one that last the most but I was wrong. Also I've already decided to go with Bosch because Miele are unaffordable for me.
@Ms T Reviews after the iron mode the clothes are nice and warm but there is fluff and hairs in the machine due to the iron mode, do you clean it with a fiber towel or just run a cleaning program?
Very nice review, mine is on its way and can't wait to play with the functions. After research between this and a Siemens/Bosch I went with this one since it got a lot of good reviews and from what I know it's on the top in quality.
I got one for 1 week and thought I was stupid to spend so much on a machine that just feels like an average machine in terms of quality. So it was returned refunded and not an LG in 2019 and pleased I made the decision.
Hi UnNainConnu, I just went to check for you: - The distance from the floor to the bottom of the closed door is 25cm - The distance from the floor to the bottom of the door hole (when the door is open) is approx 30cm. Hope that helps :)
Miele revised the construction of their W1 series in 2020. The drum spinning assembly is now made of stainless steel instead of aluminium, just like the old machines.
I still wouldn't go for one again I'm afraid.
That was a very helpful review
The spin performance depends of spin speed.
For example:
1600rpm. - "A"
1200-1400rpm. - "B"
800-1000rpm. - "C"
And so on....
Where does the bleach girl I never see anyone at bleach with the Miele.
is this washer made in Germany ? or made in china ?
Is made in Germany!
It's a luxury brand so it's Made in Germany.
Fuck China
@@lifeingeneral9111 Broke down after 3 years, so there you go.
This is the absolute entry-level model from Miele and the only model that is not made in Germany but in the Czech Republic and the tub is not made of stainless steel like all other Miele machines but made of plastic. I would not buy this model rather a series higher WBD1.. or WDB3.. never WDB0.. series
2020 Update:
Having had the machine for 3 years, I wanted to do an update:
So, after 3 years of service, we just got rid of this machine. Here's why:
In the first 2 years the machine worked well and we were very happy with it (aside from a small issue with the machine not wringing out towels very thoroughly so it required an extra spin after a complete cycle - but that we could live with.) In the 3rd year it started breaking down a lot. We called the repair people 5 times this year, and the 5th time the problem would cost £400 to repair, so we decided we'd just get a new machine.
The issues that started to come up in the 3rd year:
1.) Heating Element Issue:
An error came up on the machine. The repair people told us it's a known issue that this machine has heating elements (thermostat & heating sensor) that wear out quite easily causing the machine to stop working as long as it shows the fault / error message. We replaced the heating element and avoided running the machine at very high temperatures to help preserve the replacement heating element. Very high temperatures can make it break since it's just a weakness of this part - we found this out after we had to replace the heating element 3 times!
2.) Drum spinner breakdown
The final straw was when all the parts that hold the drum in place snapped (the ball bearings, coupling & spinner) causing the drum to spin askew, banging against the sides of the machine noisily. This would cost £400 to repair and our 2 year insurance had run out by this point so.. we decided to buy a new machine since it would cost about the same as the repair.
Final thoughts: I don't know if we were unlucky and got a dud machine - which is possible, but personally, we were put off from buying Miele again since it's so expensive and lasted for so little time - and also our repairman told us he personally wouldn't buy a Miele based on his experience working with these machines. The new machine we bought is a Bosch - fingers crossed it will have a much longer lifespan.
If you buy this machine (or any other) I think it's worth getting some insurance for 3+ years to cover you, just in case!
Thanks for this update. You are saving me from wasting a lot of $$$ in buying this model, which is currently the cheapest Miele available in my country.
I fear that all front loaders are breaking down very quickly these days. It’s galvanic corrosion. My Hoover hasn’t made it to 2 years old, even though I have followed the rules of keeping the door open and not overdoing the detergent. What is there to buy if even Miele is corroding so quickly??
Was not expecting that!
soory to let you know but if you bougth a bosch machi its the same. bosch, siemens, aeg , miele its all the same . german. witch used to be the best not enymoore .
@@marcoaurelionunes8031 is there a brand you would recommend?
@@MsTReviews Are you happy with Bosch? I thought Miele were the one that last the most but I was wrong.
Also I've already decided to go with Bosch because Miele are unaffordable for me.
@Ms T Reviews after the iron mode the clothes are nice and warm but there is fluff and hairs in the machine due to the iron mode, do you clean it with a fiber towel or just run a cleaning program?
Very nice review, mine is on its way and can't wait to play with the functions. After research between this and a Siemens/Bosch I went with this one since it got a lot of good reviews and from what I know it's on the top in quality.
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amazing thank you soooo soooo much!! for the price it's great to experience and interact with the machine vicariously through you. you're an angel.
I got one for 1 week and thought I was stupid to spend so much on a machine that just feels like an average machine in terms of quality. So it was returned refunded and not an LG in 2019 and pleased I made the decision.
My dream macbine. Havs to sell my kidneys and spleen to get one
You could sell one cornea
This must be the best review of an appliance I have ever seen. Wow Congratulations. You talked about anything. Bravo. :)
Doesn't water collecting in the dispenser compartment promote microbial growth?
3 hours for a wash?! Thank you for the thorough and even-handed review.
Is this model made in Germany? Thanks.
Excellent video I wish Miele would do this for all appliances
Great, thorough review!
Awesome review ! Just bought the device, can’t wait to receive it ;)
Very good review
Does it wash well? Does it strech clothes?
Thank you so much. This review was so helpful
Great review, thanks!
Do you know what is the height of the bottom of the door?
Hi UnNainConnu,
I just went to check for you:
- The distance from the floor to the bottom of the closed door is 25cm
- The distance from the floor to the bottom of the door hole (when the door is open) is approx 30cm.
Hope that helps :)
Awesome work!!
well done, thx!!!