Washing machine
Mixed6/10BudgetMidea makes cheap, well-featured washers and builds appliances for many other brands. Long-term reliability data is thin, and owners report slow parts and service. Good value if service is available locally.
Good at
- Very low prices for inverter front loaders
- Steam wash and large drums at budget prices
- Built by one of the world's biggest appliance makers
Weak at
- Little independent long-term reliability data
- Service patchy; owners report slow parts
- Reliability
- Value
- Features
- Service & warranty
In New Zealand: Sold mainly through Midea Homes and The Warehouse; 2-year warranty, 3 years on Steam Wash models.
Steam Wash front loadersTop loaders
Best for: Budget buyers happy to trade service for price
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