1. Bosch 8 Kg Inverter Fully Automatic Front Load

5 Star, Inverter, 1400 RPM, Belt-Drive, Front-Load, 8.50 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Bosch is like the benchmark against which all manufacturers compete. And oh boy do they set the bar high. While at first glance you might be swayed away because of somewhat higher price and lack of gimmick features. But if you do look past that, you would be delighted by the choice. In this instance the washing machine is very well built and feels robust inside out, it weighs a heavy duty 71.5 kilos. This washing machine dons the Bosch family look and there is nothing wrong with it. The stainless steel tub, the metal side panels are solid and increase the overall durability. The designing and engineering is spot on! Take for example the control panel, its intuitive, has lots of programmes and yet it easy to decipher and understand.

Performance Aspect

This washing machine is powered by an inverter motor which spins the drum at a max of 1400 RPM. Its a powerful motor, but with higher speeds come more vibrations and noise. Surprisingly the noise is well managed and so are the vibrations. To give you numbers the max noise is 73 db while spinning and 53 db while washing. Furthermore there are lots of wash modes to select from as per your load. This Bosch machine also features a heater to warm the water if so desired. Thankfully water utilization is well taken care of too. To be precise it uses 8.50 liters of water per kg per wash cycle. Likewise the inverter motor ensures that electricity is consumed efficiently. In light of all this it would be fair to say that this is perhaps one of the best 8 kg front load automatic washing machine.

View a 1200 RPM Bosch washing machine.

2. LG 8 Kg Inverter Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, Inverter, 1400 RPM, Direct Drive, Front-Load, 8.20 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

LG has been consistently churning out appliances which become top sellers in their respective categories. This is the result of products which not only has superior performance but have good durability and are still not too expensive. Another product which fits this bill is the LG FHM1408BDW, it is an 8 Kg front load washing machine. Although it doesn’t look too rich or premium but thanks to a healthy choice of plastics and metals this appliance exudes durability. Although it doesn’t weigh a ton but thanks to good weight distribution and panel composition the machine feels rigid. On the matter of controls, the standard jog dial, display and button setup is found which is perfect and easy to use.

Performance Aspect

LG uses a direct drive setup for this washing machine which is powered by an inverter motor. This setup enables the drum to spin at a top speed of 1400 RPM with controlled vibrations. Subsequently the machine is able to dry clothes pronto. Where some other machines tend to whine and show stress when pushed hard this direct drive setup glides effortlessly. While its usually enough but be advised that this machine has limited washing modes. Apart from that the heater while fully functional is somewhat lethargic. Obviously as iterated before the control setup is easy and fairly ergonomic too thanks to the touch based input and jog dial. The water usage much is fairly decent at 8.20 liters per Kg per wash. To be honest this is a superb front load washing machine and is a must consider option.

3. Samsung 8 Kg Inverter Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, Inverter, 1400 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, 9 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

This is a Samsung 8 Kg front load washing machine with superior performance and build, lets elaborate. They have made a very strong and capable machine. While the overall weight of the machine is 65 kilos the build is good and feels rich thanks to high quality plastics and metals. Samsung calls there drum “Diamond Drum” which is just a fancy name for stainless steel drum. Having said that its stainless steel and should aid in the overall enhancement of durability. Add to that the jog dial and display setup, it is very easy to use and has a rich feel to it. Subsequently it gives the washing machine a very classy and distinct look.

Performance Aspect

Samsung has equipped this machine with a powerful inverter motor. Candidly speaking this is very much on par with all others in this category. But this machine exhibits solid performance even under strenuous loads. Having an inbuilt heater is like icing on the cake, which also enables steam related features. The noise levels are at 74 db while washing which is a little on the higher side. Lastly the water consumption is 9 liters of water being used per kg of wash cycle, it is not alarming but high all things considered. Be that as it may it is evidently a great machine and a fine candidate for anyone looking to buy a 8 kg front load washing machine in India.
Also view the Wi Fi enabled high performance Samsung Washing Machine.

4. IFB 8 Kg Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1400 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, 8.9 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

IFB Senator Plus SXS 8014 is a Front Load washing machine with 8 Kg capacity. This is a well built machine through and through. The plastics are dense and sheet metals sturdy, it shows in the weight which is a solid 75 kilos. Besides it also features a solid stainless steel drum, which adds to the durability and enhances cleaning capabilities. Furthermore the door is adequately sized at 32 cm in addition to having a solid build quality. Last but not the least the control panel consists of a jog dial, buttons and display, its just perfect.

Performance Aspect

1400 RPM that is the speed of your laundry being dried. Yes the motor on this washing machine is capable and powerful. Although it is a normal AC motor and not an inverter DC motor its efficient and gathers full 5 stars. Apparently this machine features plenty of wash modes which also include steam capabilities. There is a small issue though, the motor has a peculiar whine noise when spinning at 1200 and 1400 RPMs. Having said that it runs like a hunting tigress for most part, silently and well focused. What is the water usage you ask? Ahem, machine also uses 8.9 liter of water per Kg for each wash cycle, its to bad. In light of all the revelations it would be fair to say that this appliance is a must to consider while finalizing.

5. Panasonic 8 Kg Fully Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1400 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, 7 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Its not an easy task to find a quality product at decent prices. This is where this Panasonic 8 Kg top-load washing machine comes into picture. Firstly its a very well built product with no squeaks or niggles. The quality of materials is top-class and leave no room for complaints. Furthermore the stainless steel drum is specialized and has 2196 holes with 2.4mm dia. Similarly it is equipped with a jog dial and LED display setup which is super convenient. There are no two ways about the fact that this is a solid and finely built machine.

Performance Aspect

This a 8 KG and 1400 RPM machine, it clearly has lots of potential. Its not surprising that this top-load machine uses only 7 liters of water per Kg for each wash cycle. This effectively catapults and put it right with the industry leaders. Additionally it has an inbuilt water heater too for better performance and convenience. Likewise it has plentiful wash modes to select from, which is another thing in it favor. What is not in the favor though is that there is no steam clean feature. However lets not get bogged down as the overall performance is very silent and free from vibrations, that is mostly. It only at higher spin speeds that the machine sort of looses its composure. Nevertheless it can still be argued that this Panasonic washing machine is a very good buy.

6. Godrej 8 Kg Fully Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1400 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, ~8.2 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Back in the day Godrej was the go to name for any and all home appliances. But with the onslaught from M.N.Cs and emerging home grown brands, it has been facing stiff competition in the market. Nonetheless Godrej does bring us this 8 Kg washing machine. Its a very well equipped and built machine. The design is elegant and the looks are well, very upmarket. Its a heavy built machine and that is reflected in the body panels and the sturdiness of it all. Moreover the control panel consists of a jog dial and a very splendid backlit LCD touch enabled display. The long and short of it is that the build is fantastic and punches well above its weight.

Performance Aspect

This front load automatic machine has a top rated spin speed of 1400 RPMs. That is right up the performance alley. It also has an inbuilt heater for warming the water, it skimps on steam functionality though. Similarly it boasts of plentiful preset wash modes which make it all the more easy. The machine functions silently for most part but it has a knack of vibrating when filled to capacity. This holds especially true when it is spinning to dry. Moreover the side panels tend to get a bit warm after an extended wash cycle. Talking about wash cycle this machine utilizes approximately 8.2 liters of water per kg per wash cycle. It is not the best but still very efficient. Motor whine and noise is well contained and that aspect well polished.

On the whole taking into account its performance and feature set it can be said that this is a worthy contender if you want a 8 Kg Front load washing machine in India.

7. Whirlpool 7 Kg Fully Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1200 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, ~9 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Fresh Care 7112 is a 7 Kg capacity front load washing machine from Whirlpool. While the products of Whirlpool might not have the flair or gimmicky feature, these excel in performance and durability. The looks are quite simple however the build is sturdy and solid. The sheet metal and plastics seem to be of very good quality and have very less flex and sway to them. Likewise the stainless steel drum adds to the overall durability quotient. The pump cleaning door is neatly hidden under the panel at the bottom, giving the machine a very clean look. Finally the control panel setup consists of a jog dial, LED display and button setup. Its perfectly easy and intuitive to use.

Performance Aspect

The top spin speed of this inverter motor washing machine is 1200 RPM. And be advised that the vibration control is very good and so are the noise levels. This washing machine is a charming one! Unfortunately the water heater is a slow and takes some getting used to. In some more good news the washing machine is very water efficient using around 9 liters of water per Kg per wash cycle. Adding to the thrill is the steam feature and plethora of wash modes which are easy to use and understand. Therefore it would be rather apt to say that this is an excellent 7 kg front load washing machine in India.

View the 1000 RPM Fresh Care 7110 Whirlpool Front Load Washing Machine.

8. Haier 7 Kg Fully Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1200 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, ~9.6 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Every now and then we witness a high performance stunning looking product from Haier. HW70-IM12929 is a 7 Kg washing machine that just fits this description. For starters it feels that the machine has been carved out of a single block of granite stone. It looks stunning in person. The cool display, the glossy finish, the huge and practical door all are aesthetically pleasing. Likewise the control panel has a neat setup and layout, the implementation is elegant and user friendly. The stainless steel drum, plastic body parts and sheet metal parts exude a sense of strength and durability. Unfortunately there is that occasional squeak which is heard while moving and installing the machine. Be that as it a may the overall build is pretty darn impressive.

Performance Aspect

What good is a looker if it ain’t a performer, right? Well yes but that is not an issue with this inverter motor powered washing machine. It performs its functions without any drama, mostly. Well washing part is super silent and perfect. On the other hand its the drying which does bring out a little niggle, the wobble. Despite being perfectly balanced there is that occasional wobble and corresponding noise. Moving on, the motor never felt strained or gasping for breath. While officially there is no data, estimate shows that this washing machine consumes approx 9.6 liters per Kg per wash of water. Taking everything into account its best said that this machine is without a doubt one of the best washing machine in the 7 Kg category in India.

9. Lloyd 7 Kg Fully Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1400 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, ~10.2 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Lloyd products tend to have a high performance aspect to them and this front load washing machine is another such shining example. While it uses good quality plastics and decent metals, the looks are very simplistic. The jog dial and control panel set has a good tactile feel to it. The build has minimum flex and feels quite robust. Stainless steel drum adds to the durability too. Despite the 7 kilogram capacity the footprint is on the smaller side. Do note that this is not a direct drive system.

Performance Aspect

This front load washing machine has got hitherto unheard of 1400 RPM spin capacity. Which essentially means is that the drying capability is superb, it dries them pronto. Additionally the high wattage in built heater warms the aqua quickly and gives a delicate wash to the laundry as selected. There is one issue though, the drive is belt driven which increases the vibrations. Moreover the water usage is not the best for this category of washing machines. Adequate wash modes and acceptable noise levels however mean that this front load washing machine is a good buy.

10. Hisense 7.0 Kg Fully-Automatic Front Loading Washing Machine

5 Star, 1200 RPM, Belt Drive, Front-Load, ~9.7 Litre/KG/cycle, Heater

Build Aspect

Hisense Front Load washing machine is a budget focused appliance. Nevertheless this machine has a feel good factor to it, thanks to a rich silver color and hefty build. Likewise the plastics are of finely molded and have a pleasant look and feel. Drum is made from stainless steel like all other machines in this category. Furthermore the control panel consists of a rotary knob and button set which when combined with the display panel make operation fairly easy.

Performance Aspect

How does it perform? Well its a fine machine have no doubt about it. The motor is fairly capable at 1200 RPM. It rotates and spins effortlessly to give a splendid wash. Additionally it has got a heater to pre-heat water according to selected wash mode and for steam based cleaning. It also packs 15 different wash modes which are quite enough. Unfortunately washing machine gets all wobbly when the drum is spinning at higher RPMs, it needs to be properly balanced. On the other hand the noise levels are low and this washing machine is fairly quiet. Subsequently given its budget price it can be termed as one of the best front load washing machine in India.