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I have just replaced my first Miele washing machine, it was 16 years old, new one installed & I am happy !!! Thank you very much for your review & great tips.

I've had my Miele W418 for 21 years and I love it.

I found this after purchasing Miele washer and dryer stackable units. I find that the washer is very quiet except for the buzzer which I have turned off. Since it is stackable and in its own little cubby I don't lean on it and shut it off accidentally but I know exactly what you mean, I have a range that has a front control panel and am forever turning it on by reaching over it. Both appliances have timed and pre-programmed options. I've tried them all and while I use some more than others they all work well. Overall, I am very pleased with both appliances, I would recommend either and would purchase them again.

Canadian/American top load washers have very short cycles because the agitator is so harsh on clothes and they are not very good at stain removal. The cycle times on the longer cycles are only a guide based on a full drum and will reduce accordingly. But there are sensors that will reduce the time based on the wash load. Also there is a short option that will reduce the time for each cycle. As for the anti-crease at the end of cycle, it uses little to no electricity but as you've said it can be turned off. Washing machines use almost all of their electricity heating the water for the main wash.

I've had my W3831 WPS for more than 17 years and it has not missed a beat. Would not have anything else.

Our family has the same Washer for 6 years i guess, and it's actually quiet. And i also like the feature that after 10 minutes the screen goes black for energy saving. 9/10

Try holding the start button for 3 seconds, it may lock the controls and prevent accidental switching off. The minimum iron cycle may be the sweet spot that you are looking for for the wash duration however, if you are running smaller loads, the machine will calculate this and take it in to account. You may also have a 'short' option which will reduce the wash time (which varies depending on the program selected). I went from a Miele W487 which had incredibly fast wash times to W5877 which has much longer wash times but is a larger capacity machine. I guess it's the trade off for being able to wash more in one load. All on all, I love Miele appliances, they've stood the test of time in my household

Top loaders use a hot water supply, where as european machines are cold fill only which makes the wash cycle longer and use much less water which also makes wash times longer with better results.

Love your video. I have an old miele washing machine but before that was an agitator washing machine. Now time-wise. You had to fill the washing machine with hot and cold water and put in the detergent put your clothes in turn on the agitator until you think it has done its job. Take the clothes out and put them through the wringer begin carefully not to wring your arm. I'm not joking this type of machine did cause injuries. Clothes then fell into tubs of water to go through the wringer again into another tub of water. Finally last time the wringer then out on the line to dry. The process took about 1 hour and you had to stay there until washing finished. Yes, miele takes about 2 and a half hours but you can walk away and leave the machine to do the work. Oh yes. But if I could get my old agitator washing machine fixed I would it cleaned wollen blankets super well and in my opinion got clothes super clean. However, it requires your time. Love my miele. It's over 20 years old and never needed anyone one to fix anything. Just keeps on going

My 19 year old W866 has the finish dial which enables you to skip through to different parts of the program. The new Miele machines don't have this option which would be very annoying if I ever needed to buy another one. Thanks for the video.

My LG have Cotton Quick with aprox 1h 10 min cycle. I am using it very often! My mom have Electrolux front loader and it have a time button. You choose a cycle and when the time shows up, by pressing this button, washing machine decrease the time by 15 min at a step and you can shorten the cycle time by a half or even more - really neat stuff. In additional, my LG have child lock. By pressing two buttons together it lockes and deactivates all buttons. At the end, my LG Direct Drive front loader is 10 years old (model: LG F1073ND) and still is really really quiet. Even in the room next to it, when the door is open, I can barely hear it work. Love my LG ❤❤❤

A very nice review. I have looked at buying a Miele, but went for Bosch and have had no problems, it's around 7 years old... Wether we replace it with an other Bosch or Meille I am still studying... take care

Nice review - Question: How has the machine been with regards to keeping clean and its tendency to develop mold (drum and door gasket)? Do you use a "cleaning cycle" with like an "Affresh" product periodically? or a manual wipedown? My top load has become very hard to clean - at the point that I think other than a disassembly to clean the insides manually it still has bits of black gunk inside. Ours is probably 10 yrs old ... but has been this way for some time. Also have you found the load size to be a limitation (ie. are you able to handle comforter for a king/queen bed? ) Thanks for this video - its always nice to get a review down the road and not just when its right out of the box ... 🙂

Great video. I agree with your comments. The last Miele I had was dreadful. Got a Bosch now. I prefer it. I’m sure it won’t last as long but it is quieter and I prefer the cycles. Speed perfect makes cycles shorter. Thanks for sharing

Miele W369 bought 1july 2002 still brilliant!! Feb 2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback! Very interesting about the limited duration option for the cycles. My washer (Whirlpool) does the same thing with the tumbling the drum occasionally to keep the clothing from settling for 24 hours after a wash, because there is an option called "Fan Fresh". This air intake + tumbling prevents mold/mildew build up and from your clothes smelling damp if you forget to take them out. This allows me to start my wash cycle at 10pm, go to sleep and find the clothes to be still fresh at 10 am and move to the dryer. Does Miele have a similar option??

The life expectancy has to be taken into account too; You are paying extra for something that is built to last and has replaceable parts. Our Miele can be on a flat-out spin and you can barely hear it (It is sat directly on concreate floor). It needs a boil wash every 6 months (or HG service engineer additive) to prevent mould build-up; Isn't that normal when everything is washed at 30°C these days?

Great review. I have the same one, jsut recently purchased. I like it but I miss the short cycles available on our old AEG. Anyway, I'm geting used to it. One question - there's no light in mine when I open the door. Is that normal ?

Great video - what about maintenance? Have you had to have it repaired at all?

Miele now have QuickPowerWash cycle which is around 40 or 60 mins. It does this by using a jet spray system called spin And spray.

I'll make your day and help with the algo:) I really liked the review. I have a samsung that has all none of the negatives you mentioned, and you can stop it to add more clothes after the cycle started, using a small door inside the big door:) it also has a bubbles program, that i have no clue why that is, but i use it just for 'peace of mind' :)

Hello - I currently have a LG front loader machine. The smell is an issue. We clean the gasket regularly, but the smell is there and it gets into the clothes. I have a sensitive nose and I smell it on all my Tee shirts when pulling them on as well as towels. I am concerned about the drum size on the Miele, but I am more concerned about the cleanliness of the clothing. We have a Miele dishwasher (our 2nd) and it has excelled beyond any other dishwasher I have ever owned. How well does the washer clean clothes?

You recommend miele or bosch which one is better

Miele, YES, YES, YES! My Miele washer was very expensive, also my Miele dryer, a magnificent investment, cook top, vacuum, all first class. Ended up moving overseas, our Miele washer (29 years old) went to a friend, ZERO service calls, still going strong, same for the dryer, SUPERB engineering but worth every cent! Living in Thailand now, sadly, Miele is not available, except for the dishwasher we brought with us, 19 years old, NO FAULTS! Amazing when you consider the Samsung washers we have "endured", in rental properties, you would be lucky to get 4 to 5 years from these "loads of rubbish", then they are "beyond economical repair". Enough said, stick with QUALITY - that is Miele!

I have a Miele W4840 American. This was made for Americans. If I had to do it over I would NOT buy this washer. And for the reasons she gives. For 10 years I have used it and I have had various service calls. Today I have had it. I had a "Waterproof system activated" display note pop up and water pouring out of the bottom. The manual says to call a technician. My next washer is a SpeedQueen.

A Miele wash programme will ajust the time based on a number of factors during the cycle. So when you start a programme in cottons, and its 1:20 it might only take 60 mins with a fairly light load.

hi, thanks for sharing this. im having problems stopping a cycle once its started. a string has got stuck in the door and its leaking, but i cant stop the cycle. ive manually drained the machine, but the door wont open and the display states the programme cannot be cancelled. Any tips?

Definitely agree that there is no option between 30 mins and 2 hours. Had my machine for 4-5 years and this is my only annoyance with an otherwise great machine.

It's the cheaper version/product line, lighter and with Glaron K plastictube so it is not the same quality like older models.

I bought a model that looks just like this model but straight away there was a problem that I didn't have with my previous non Miele machine. Everything feels hard, like there is a powder residue, especially the towels. I have tried diffferent powders, different amounts, different sized loads, different programmes, several rinses. The manual advises against using liquid detergent. The drum has a small amount of drainage holes in it compared with my previous machine. Another annoying thing is the loud continual beep when the wash has finished. As I have had the machine over 30 days, I doubt I will be able to return it and it cost over £700. Edit, I live in a soft water area.

how to length the express 20 to 30 min please? programming mode? is there a way to set woolens to always "cold" ?

Hi. Can't find an answer in manual or anywhere: if I want to use liquid chlorine bleach manual states, "Chlorination must be activated in the programmable functions before chlorine bleach is first used." It also states that "Chlorine bleach may be used in the following programs: -Normal - Wrinkle-free - Sanitize - Dress Shirts - Extra White". I want it for "Extra White". So does that mean that 'Chlorination has been activated' automatically by picking one of those cycles? Otherwise, I guess I'm confused what they mean by "programmable functions". thanks for any advice.

Mam can you help me how can back the see the twindose color and white,, I cannot see to press

Hey, a question I wanna ask is this: I see you've put the machine under a counter-top. How much the height of that space under the counter-top should be to fit the machine in? I know most washing machines tend to be around 85 cm. Is 85-86 cm space under the counter-top enough? Thank you

A set came with the rental property I leased, and I cannot figure out how to use it. Cannot I just add powered Gain or Tide detergent? Do you have to buy pods specially made for this machine??? I need a really basic, do this, then do that, then do this instruction. I need step by step demonstration.

so the newer lineup has one advantage, 90% of it comes with PowerWash 2.0 (a40min cycle wich cleans pretty good) and an audible alert wich you can adjust

Interesting review, Miele a machine I have thought about buying many times but this video has perhaps made me not so keen on such a purchase.

The phase in which the machine start tumbling at the end of the cycle is because it makes your clothes less creased as if you weren’t home so the clothes will not get wrinkled When it reches the 0.00 you can turn it of and remove the clothes

A good review and covered well. For me, I couldn't justify the cost for any Miele products. Years ago I would of. A name on a product no longer stands in my eyes. I look at the spec against prices and were it was made. And I will buy Chinese made products. Like you say about the wash time. I use an LG washer. It is not perfect. Good example the display mask has slipped making it hard to read the time. But the washing times are good. There is 1 programme you can customise via a smart phone! But that is over my head. It can be set via an app to let you know the washing has completed. But to me that is pointless lol.

There is a short option on every program, this cuts the wash time by half!! Try selecting, Miele are the best machines

Did you know? In Steve Jobs’ biography he talks about the discussion he had for 2 whole weeks every day with his family on which washer dryer to buy. They finally decided on getting a Miele since they came to a consensus that it treats their clothes with more care and avoids damaging his precision turtlenecks. Despite the long wash times. Also on key importance was that it used a quarter of the water that the competition was using. Price being high was also apparently some thing that was holding back the Miele -i mean come on ! He was a billionaire!!! But perhaps for the sake of argument and as a teaching lesson to his kids.

Is there any chance you could do an update on your Miele Heat pump dryer? They have just started shipping to the United States, and it would be interesting to know if you still like yours.

WE've had our Miele for about 3 years and it makes me crazy. Yes, I should read the manual straight through instead of just picking it up when something doesn't work right but why is it so finicky! My complaints: I regularly neglect to hold the start button long enough and walk away only to come back and find that the washer didn't start. If I try to wash a single item - this just happened again today - a sweater on delicate, cold for example - the load is "unbalanced" (at least I think this is the problem) and it won't drain - even when you put it on Drain and Spin. The length of the normal cycle is still too long - 1 hour and a half or thereabouts for my machine.

Your machine is an entry level option, this makes no difference to wash performance, but, all of the models above your one have quick washes( Power Wash -49 minutes) . Your machine though, also has the ability to shorten the majority of washes including all cotton washes to bring most to around 1hr.39m. by pushing the "short" icon on the screen.

We don't have washing machines in the kitchen we have them 8n a laundry here in Australia

Can I change the temperature after I have started a cycle? Thx.

Did it require professional repairs given the proprietary nature of Miele?

so you didn’t even talk about fool stainless steel drum system. No plastic part. It is great for hygen and smell

I am struggling to find out which is the correct place for fabric softner (not capsule). At the end of my cycle the fabric softener is still there!😢

Is there any way to remove the sound after a cycle is done? Im getting crazy over the sound which wont stop

I have never had a problem with my Miele washing machine accidentally turning off when I leaned on it. I am suspecting this is the older model Miele W1 as you point out but I’m sure that in the settings there is child lock 🔐 or a lock function that would stop the machine from switching it off if you leaned on it. We use the “Dos Cartridges” in our washing machine, I do not see this function on your washing machine and that’s another giveaway of an older variant of Miele W1 washing machines. We have had about 5 Miele washing machines in our household in our life time and I’ve yet to have a motor go or anything major happen. Miele are phenomenal washing machines. M My one grind is the black stuff on the rubber that comes on over time, I have yet to find anything that can remove it.

FYI - Miele is a Bosch machine at heart.

Our Miele W1 will shorten the Cotton cycle to 1.35hr if you put only a half load in, so will the Dark/Denim cycle. The Min Iron cycle seems to be set at 1.59 however regardless of small load.

How does it sanitize do they have water heater?

Crazy to me that your washing machine is in your kitchen. Is that normal in your country?

You can choose short on any cycle

It's only been one year and I regret this purchase which is so time-consuming and expensive to maintain. Lesson learned research requirements more in advance. And I hate that the dryer takes like 4 hours to dry my towels!

How do I wash blood stains with that - which program is best

Mine was re programmed, now I can’t shut it up beeping ,if u phone up Miele yours can be updated,there’s a pc interface on the front will allow access to the machine’s computer it can be tweaked

What does the digital message mean "Check Dosage"?

Don’t you have a “short button” …? My old is in the cupboard in the hallway for the last two years I bought a lg as could not for the life of me find a drainage chamber to fit my old w3240 and that had a annoying bleep to and it’s probably about 11 years old or more than that maybe. You would think for the price they cost and more newer than my old one it would have those little options. But wanted to fix mine and sell it as the rest of it bar a piece of plastic is perfectly fine definitely has more years in her but can’t find the right size part so may scarp it soon shame really… Definitely prefer my lg direct drive to the Miele

Has anyone experienced small dark grease droplets on their finished wash?

Powerwash reduces times to 50minutes for 5kgs. The biggest benefit of Miele is their customer service. My machine faulted in the first month and Miele replaced with another machine immediately. The second machines twin dos detergent dispensing system faulted at 7 years and Miele sent a technician who immediately requested the machine be replaced. My washer cost $2799 AUD and the new replacement machine costs $3199 AUD, no additional charge requested from Miele for difference in price or delivery and install. Find another manufacturer in the market that would offer this level of customer service.

How do I open the washing machine door????

I have a washer and dryer, both about 2 yrs old and with wifi. The wifi is really poor. Originally it took hours to set up and now, with my new iPhone 15, the program no longer knows I have an account or any of the appliances that were in my account. I've tried setting up the connection to the washer and dryer again, both to no avail. The scan for the QR code won't scan and taking a photo it can't read the information. This is all within the Miele app on my phone. I can put in the serial numbers by hand, but then the app can't find the machines. In my opinion, having wifi on a washing machine, a dryer and a dishwasher is a huge waste of money, at least on Miele products. This should be a slam dunk and it is only a dunk. Don't buy Miele models with wifi.

Have you had to repair anything?

Dear Clara Miele is pronounced like the name Sheila. They are very well made machines.

you just did know that it take the weight of the closet and after 20 minutes it will reduce the time even of one hour

My W1 Miele is falling apart literary after less than 7 years...

dont buy one i hve a miele W1 dos v v expensive machine . i put a heavy blanket in it to washs and it freaks out and tells me to ring no error codes just a phone image , id does same if you put pillows in it too wont complete a wah on pillows sometimes a quilt also . Im fuming with it .. I wish i bought a far cheaper machine with better time options and can handle 2 pillows or a blanket

20 minutes is not washing. Why does 2-3 hours of washing seems so long to americans? I dont get it.

You’re pronouncing Miele wrong. But I spose it doesn’t matter. I’ve had a Miele for 30 years, nothing beats a Miele, having your washer in the kitchen is awful, the occasional drum turn after the cycle is finished is „knitterschutz“ it means you’ve less creases to iron out later.

We’ve seen this video the other day 🙄

"Miel-uh" not "Miel-ay"....

This has been reviewed comparing it to a budget washing machine around £300 & turns out there's absolutely no difference in performance. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p8BmhMZp0Na6qmQ.html Buying a premium washing machine is a sign of snobbery in my view. I've a Candy 9kg washing machine thats A rating & still going strong now for 9 years & it cost me £280. But I've a snob of an ex wife who bought a Samsung £900 one & after 5 years she needed to buy another one. So for me, buying premium products that are no better than the budget range ones is just snobbery, look at me I can afford these. Sure they might look nice, but do you want a picture or something that cleans your cloths with minimum cost. And don't forget, the performance of the washing machine depends on the type of stains, the type of washing powder/liquid you use & so on.

To be honest it’s the worst washing machine I have ever owned! Cycles are far too long even with reducing the time. Never again!

Correct pronunciation: "Meala".

Is a mile a feasible option for a family of 5? They seem to have a very small capacity.

The fact that you have had it for six years says a lot. My last 2 machines packed up within a couple of years.