LG WM16336FD

I had my old whirlpool washing machine give up on me a month ago so we ordered a LG after reading some reviews and shopping around. So far so good. It gets the job done in a shorter time it seems. Handles heavy loads too.

Had this Machine since 2007 (6 years) and it's still going without fault

or issue

Large drum size, fits enough to stop you spending all day washing and it's very quiet so suitable for use in a flat.

Would consider LG again for a future purchase and really am chuffed to bits that this machine has lasted so long.

The only negative is the depth, its deeper than most and subsequently sticks out about 1" (2.5cm) more than my kitchen units (standard 60cm) I put this down to the pipes getting in the way at the back so a better thought out back

layout would be an improvement but still very happy.

Hope newer models keep the same build quality and reliability.

I was after a contemporary, efficient, reliable, silver and packed with features washing machine for under £400. After a lot of research I thought I found everything I was looking for in the LG WM16336FD.

However I encountered a bit a problem. On a number of occasions my wife found large amounts of powder soap stuck to clothes and white marks on most of the dark clothes. After complaining to Dixon's who I bought the machine from they sent out an engineer who did a quick check and said it was working as designed and to decrease the amount of soap used and increase the temperature! My wife halved the amount she used in our previous machine and the white marks still occurred.

I've requested a full refund and the machine is being returned tomorrow!

I appreciate that this review is opposite to the previous review but these are our experiences of the machine. Go for something else, better safe then sorry!

I'll probably go for Bosch or Zanussi next and hope to add a review to this site for it.

Purchased 21.12.06. I have had the LG WM16336FD washing machine for 2 days now, and I have done 5 loads of washing due to my previous washing machine breaking down, hence the basket was filled sky high. We are a 5 person family, therefore I was looking for something that could take the mountains of washing we produce. What with two budding David Beckhams within the family, you can imagine that I need a good washing machine.

Firstly, I purchased the silver colour model, as it was in the sale at Curry's - £200 off normal price. The colour doesn't make it look out of place at all in the utility room, and why pay £200 extra for a white coloured one? The 7.5kg capacity drum is marvellous, with its 180 degree opening door, making loading and unloading a lot easier. There is lots of space, and it is ideal for the larger family. It can take double-size duvets no problem. It is also economically highly rated as being most efficient, with it's AAA rate. It has a Digital display, which I was a bit sceptical about, but it's great. It has variable spin speeds up to 1600, which is fantastic, and it cuts down on drying time - the washing actual came out feeling quite dry, great! It has the normal functional programmes you would expect, plus it has an anti-crease option, which at the end of the wash, the drum continues to turn intermittently from settling into folds and creases. The drum can be accessed any time during this program. Spin stability and variable temperature with 9 programs. It has a delay timer which you can set to come on during the night if you wish. What I also like about this machine apart from the excellent wash you get, is that it actually tells you how long the wash will take, and also the precise time the wash programme will finish. The variable spin speeds is ideal, particularly if you have a wash with delicates. It has the normal variable temperature. It has a wash performance of 'A'. 'A' is the highest award, which gives the best wash results and proves to be the most efficient at removing stubborn stains. It has a low water consumption rating. Its wool program which is used for silks as well, is said to be even gentler and more effective at protecting your clothes than washing by hand.

The instructions are easy to follow, and I like the way that it accesses your load before beginning the cycle. I think this might be to work out how much water to fill into the drum? All the washes have come out brilliant. The whites are very white, and colours are stain free. I have started to use Calgon, as I live in a very hard-water area, but by using that I feel that I am not only protecting the appliance, but I am also told on the Calgon packet, that I don't need to use so much detergent, hence it shouldn't cost you more.

Also, what I've noticed apart from the good washes, having washing that actually smells like it's just been washed and almost dry from the fast spin-speed, is its quietness. What a quiet machine!! The noise which could be annoying to some is the bleeps upon the end of the programme, but I find it handy, and we are only talking about dozen bleeps. It has a 12 months manufacturers guarantee, but because of the amount of washing I have, I've taken out the extra cover for labour and parts, and the machine is now covered for a total of 5 years. This cost was an extra £135 rather than £155, as the man in the shop said this is what he quoted on the shop floor, and he would honour the quote. Currys were doing a 9 month interest free offer, but be warned; if you do not pay the full amount due before the 9 months it would cost you an arm and a leg in interest. The machine alone would probably end up costing you an approximately £940! So put big black letters in your diary a month before the last payment is due.

Marks out of 10:- Multiple spin speeds 10/10. Wash 10/10. Noise 10/10. Programme choice 9/10 (would like a spin only option rather than rinse and spin). Ease of use 10/10. Overall rating 10/10.

Yes, you might think why is she reviewing this appliance so soon, and after only 5 loads of washing (all of which were in different programme modes). It's because I normally make up my mind about whether I will like something or not pretty much straight away. I am very pleased with this washing machine, and I have had different makes over the years. I was considering a Miele, but they were too much of a cash layout straight after Christmas. LG looked good, and I think it was a very wise choice. I was looking at a Bosch model, but I think if this machine continues washing the way it does and is reliable, I'm a LG fan for life!

By the way, Currys charged just under £25 to deliver, connect, check it was running well and for the disposal of the old machine - good value.