LG16830 (AEG L16830)

Member Name: RAMMY24

Product:	AEG L16830
Date:	16/08/09 (81 review reads)
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Advantages: Excellent cleaning, quiet operation and brilliant spinning

Disadvantages: Lack of 30/40 degree 'economy' programme

I bought the AEG L16830 in 2007 after reading a largely positive review in 'Which' magazine. It was listed as a 'best buy' product and as I couldn't afford a Miele I thought I'd purchase this machine instead.

I've been very happy using this washer dryer. It cleans extremely well, has a good sized drum and the 1600rpm spin extracts a lot of water - the clothes feel close to dry once they're out of the machine. In addition to this, the machine is well designed with a clear and easy to use control panel. The countdown display is useful and there are a number of additional features such as extra rinse and prewash should you need these.

I use the 'economy' wash programme for bedlinen and towels. Although this cycle takes around 109 minutes to complete it uses less water, electricity and cleans very well. The eco programme runs at 60 degrees and so I can't use it for any clothes that are strictly 40 degree washable. This is my only major criticism of the machine - an eco 40 degree programme would be very useful and would no doubt use a fraction less power.

This machine has served me exceptionally well so far and has allayed any apprehensions I had about washer dryers before I bought it. If you have an open plan kitchen/lounge, limited space or a small household I would definitely recommend the L16830. The machine is solidly built, sturdy during operation and much quieter in operation compared to other washers I've used. Overall an excellent product and I would consider buying a similar model if and when this one dies!

Summary: Excellent machine if you can't afford a Miele and don't have space for separates.

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