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2Esatto ETLW7

Esatto ETLW7

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2Esatto ETLW7
2.8

44 reviews

Positive vs Negative
65%35%
Build Quality
3.1
Value for Money
3.4
Ease of Use
2.9
Cleaning & Maintenance
3.3
Noise Level
3.3
44 reviews
Mae
MaeWA5 posts
 

Have had the machine for just over two years and it has started leaking. The plumber said it is not a faulty hose and the machine has to be replaced. I had my previous Simpson for over 15 years - going back to a trusted brand.

Spudman
SpudmanNSW3 posts
 
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The knot machine – I've had this machine for 2 years. It's very frustrating to use. Leaks everywhere, knots your clothes worse than christmas lights thrown into a garbage bag and shaken continuously for a year. You actually have to stop the machine multiple times during the wash cycle and untangle your clothes otherwise it becomes unbalanced and wont spin....and… Read more

will also rip your tshirts apart!The mix function was programmed wrong so it actually doesn't stop spinning at the end. It was so hot it i thought it was about to catch fire!

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Rita
RitaVictoria9 posts
 

I will never buy Esatto products again – Top 7kg loader washing machine. Whether it's a full, half or low load of light weight clothes to towels and sheets the spin cycle is always out of balance. This has happened since day 1 ... it's on even floor and so sick of having to keep trying and rearranging wet clothes. On the 7th try of switching machine on and off and rearranging clothes, it… Read more

went into spin with no stop... it seems that the system design is far too sensitive and leaves no room for drum movement at all ... the slightest imbalance causing movement and it just stops with the flashing error. Washing moves around in water causing knotted up bundles of clothing etc; never ever had this with any other washing machine. I cannot recommend this product. So many other E3 complaints over the Internet! the manufacturer should have repaired l, replaced or even recalled the machine even after the warranty expired. Its definitely a faulty product.

In-depth reviews

costly mistake
costly mistake127 posts
 

Esatto is in my experience, the worst washing machine ever! – This washing machine is appalling in every way. The manufacturers instructions are very poorly explained and it becomes frustrating trying to understand how to do a simple wash. After 2 weeks of trial and error in the operating department, I find that there is no short cycle wash, you are looking at a minimum of 75 minutes per-wash load. The… Read more

spin function is extremely bad , and the clothes come out with much more moisture and definitely not entirely done, this means they are heavier to lift and will take longer to dry. This function is extremely important and the Essato ETLW70B fails here also. Don’t buy this machine, it is cheap and nasty, and the saying that you get what you pay for could not be more true with the Essato. Appliances on line must take some responsibility here, especially for stocking sub standard products without listing that the item has been discontinued. I will not use them again. It’s back to the store where I can see the product and talk to the salespeople about performance.

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Matt R
Matt R40 posts
 
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A great washing machine if you’ve got a tight space – I was practically forced to buy this machine because the washing machine space in my rental was too small to fit a standard front loader. I was absolutely against buying a top loader because they are ugly and use too much water, but to date I’ve been very impressed with the wash quality. What I’ve found is that my clothes come out washed very well… Read more ·  1

with the normal cold wash and surprisingly there is quite a lot of space in the barrel. There’s two things that I don’t like about the machine: 1) the settings are confusing, I have to regularly refer to the manual to work out what exactly I have set the wash cycle to. 2) The detergent drawer just leaks directly onto the clothes, and I’m conscious of not staining my clothes with liquid detergent.

Overall for a top loader I am very impressed, it still wouldn’t be my first choice if I wasn’t limited on space but if I was in the same situation again, I would buy this machine.. excellent value for money!

blackphillip
blackphillip13 posts
 

Fantastic value standard washing machine that does what it says on the box! – I've been running crappy second-hand top loaders up til this one so this is a breath of fresh air compared to those. First thing I noticed was that there was no agitator, they're apparently obsolete though as this machine cleans as well as any. I'd wager the missing plastic scrubbing and stretching will also result in your clothes lasting… Read more

longer.

I'd consider it average on noise levels. It definitely isn't loud but if you're near it you can hear it.

The see through lid is a nice touch but I have my concerns with the durability of the lid section especially with younger children or rougher adults, it's made of plastic for the most part and looks like it's non replaceable with plastic hinges, that could break if abused. This issue is the only reason I didn't give it a 5.

The bottom line is for the price I paid it's amazing value and does everything I want and excludes anything I don't need.It's also Australian made and owned also enticed me as I work in an Australian owned and made workplace myself and realise how important it is to support our brands.

Positive reviews

wsp9145
wsp9145NSW4 posts
 

Happy with purchase – Large internal space for a compact machine. Excellent value for money. No tangling. Drawbacks. Took ages to understand how to use the programs. Tips: You cannot select 'warm'. When hot and cold lights are on - this equals warm. Don't start selecting from the left. Pick your program first. Do water level last. Otherwise every time you change water… Read more ·  1

level, program changes. Limited autonomy on what you choose is a drawback. Also, spin could be more efficient. Clothes are on the wet side of damp after spin. Regardless, I find this much easier to use than my Fisher and Paykel which frustratingly tangles and becomes unbalanced on loads. If your washer is near a living area you might find the spin cycle a bit noisy.

bella
bellaVIC6 posts
 

Good quality – I accidently bought a smaller washing machine but is fine. Have had this for the past two years and have had no issues. Great choice considering it is not a well known brand like my previous choices. Show details ·  1

Damaris H.
Damaris H.11 posts
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Fantastic machine – Washes any thing to a degree ( not supposed to put some items like rugs in it) time might be a bit long on some cycles. But it's great all round. There's plenty of wash cycle options to choose from. Show details ·  1

Negative reviews

Karen M.
Karen M.QLD
 

Dont recommend this washing machine or the so call back up...waiting waiting waiting 3 weeks+ – This washing machine is 3mths old& faulty, after 3weeks of trying to get help was a joke. 2 techs turned up& didn't know& rang head office to be informed its a common problem...so 6 days later i still don't have a working machine& no responsibility from esatto Show details

Christine P.
Christine P.QLD2 posts
 

Can't get parts – Couple of years old. Will take 16 weeks to obtain a new pressure switch. Not stocked in Australia. Have had to purchase another machine, popular brand, parts available, very expensive, have had to borrow money. Extremely unhappy

San
San3 posts
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Faulty Washing Machine Essato – I purchased a Essato 8 kg top loader and most of my clothes ( even new ones) either get torn off or it loses it’s colour. This apart, since three days the Machanic stopped working and displays “Err3” When contacted the customer care, they asked me to send the invoice copy ( they already had or should have one) which I sent and never heard back… Read more

until I again followed up and they tell me it will take three days to respond n then assign a technician. Till now no response. God know how can we wait this long for the fix inspite of paying for e tended warranty and waste my time.

Recent reviews

Emmeare
EmmeareQLD13 posts
 

Very poor – I bought an Essato washing machine two years ago. Its started spluttering brown stuff everywhere and stopped spinning altogether. The E3 Error was CONSTANTLY on and I believe a washing machine should last more than two years? Don't buy! Show details

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Viney Singh G.
Viney Singh G.3 posts
 

Worst washing machine ever – I bought the 10kilo front loader and it is by far the worst washing machine I’ve ever had. I returned it after 2 weeks of use as I couldn’t get thru a single wash without errors showing up. Especially the dreaded E3 which says that the top door is open when it isn’t. DO NOT BUY! Show details

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canterbury1935
canterbury1935NSW3 posts
 

TERRIBLE – Terrible Machine. Don't buy anything from Appliances Online, Residentia Group and Essato. It's way too sensitive. Money down the drain. Please avoid these machines at all costs. If you live in an older home and can't re-do the floors the E3 sensor will go off when it pleases. I've begged for help and all they wanted to do was charge me more. Not even worth donating this machine to charity so bad it is.

Mat257
Mat25710 posts
 

Disgusting. Pathetic. Useless – Doing a full load getting the E3 error constantly and obsessively. I want to return the machine with refund RIGHT NOW. This is a disgusting, pathetic and useless machine. Pathetic. 1 star rating is way too high. Show details

Mat257
Mat257   

I just want it removed. No apology will be accepted. Your brand is damaged.

Jay Lund
Jay Lund15 posts
 

Working fine so far!!! – Working fine so far for just 1 year, after purchasing it from winning appliances. It’s small but works good and uses water efficiency.The machine does not use a lot of bills. But after 1 year it stopped working sadly

Sydney D.
Sydney D.NSW5 posts
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Don’t Buy This Brand ! – Never again!! After only 12 mths the washing machine starting getting an error message (the machine had a constant error code beeping and flashing every few seconds throughout the wash cycle). The error code was E3. When I called for a warranty service I was told there was no service or warranty calls available in my area (I live only 20mins from… Read more

Castle Hill in Sydney ). I was told that I could have a replacement machine or my money back so I told them that I wanted to have a replacement machine. After speaking to the manufacturer I had to chase up the seller which was appliances online to only be told that the washing machines had all gone up $100 during the last 11 mths so they didn’t have one in my price range any more and I had to pay extra for the equivalent machine now! I ended up returning the machine and taking a refund after a bit of a fight and several phone calls with Appliances online (because they wanted to give me a store credit) and I have bought one of the more reliable larger brand washing machine with my refund.

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Seenam manchanda
Seenam manchandaNSW4 posts
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Good product in perfect price – I am using this washing machine from last one year.very good product in this price for everyone.i am fully satisfied with the performance and also with the features of this product. Show reply

KANAV M.
KANAV M.NSW11 posts
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Best washing machine ever for me – I bought this washing machine last year in August for $367 from appliances Online eBay store. It's the perfect Washing machine for people like myself. It works well saves on electricity costs, doesn't use that much water as well. Clothes handling is also good. Comes with multiple functions. Show details ·  1

Joemel Bade
Joemel Bade7 posts
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Great price – Me and my partner is looking for a basic washing machine and bump to this one, great price and practical. Just right for us.. Well recommended and got installed for free.. Show details ·  1

Nick S
Nick SNSW16 posts
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Wonderful washing machine for the price – This washing machine is good value. Our family washing machine was at least 15 years old before it started to leak, so we needed a good replacement. Appliances Online seem to be the only company to have this brand on sale, and we had purchased our fridge from them 3 years ago. The machine is quiet, reliable and has one of the most robust lint… Read more ·  1

filters!

Some small critiques: - The first wash cycle is not the 'Normal' wash, rather it is 'Jeans'. This means you have to click through about 6 times to get to the Normal cycle. - The sensor sometimes underestimates how much water is needed for a wash, though this might be a personal preference. They still come out washed!

Otherwise, this machine is worth it, especially for the price.

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CatWoman
CatWoman28 posts
 
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Almost Great – Happy with size and styling and price from Appliances Online. Absolutely over the moon about the 10 min wash cycle! Wowsers! BUT ... sigh... lint is a huge problem. Still, the price was great and the machine handles most things I throw in it. Update September 2020 Will not wash clean. Unbalances almost every load and then reprograms itself and starts the whole cycle all over again. Show details

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Kim T
Kim TQueensland6 posts
 

Cheap but Not Nasty – Great machine. Super water efficient and spins out really well. I wasn’t comfortable at first with it not having an agitator but it really cleans very well. It would seem you don’t need an agitator! Highly recommend it and the big bonus is it’s affordability. Show details ·  1

Jenny W
Jenny W4 posts
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Good value washing machine – I bought this after I searched for the review on this website. It turned out to be a big surprise. The machine works well and quiet. Good buy for me. Show details ·  1

Anita
AnitaNSW3 posts
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Great product – I purchased this machine through rent buy option. Was not sure of the brand as i had never heard of Esatto but it has been the easiest machine I have ever used. Runs quiet and never failed in the year I have owned it. Washes my quilts and blankets with ease. I would totally recommend this product.  Show details

Antoco
AntocoSA129 posts
 

Cheaply built poor quality – Washes great until the washing machine breaks down with the electronics or the bearings. The lid has also cracked and one day it made a terrible noise when spinning. Unfortunately getting onto the Esatto customer care is difficult and all they did was organise for a return as the Esatto washing machines cannot be repaired.  Show details

SOS
SOSWestern Australia11 posts
 

Good value washing machine – I purchased this machine a month ago and I’m very happy with it so far. The cycles are quick (shortest being 10mins) and it washes your clothes well. It is a nice small size but can fit a good amount of clothes per load. This is a great, cheap machine for singles or couples who don’t want to spend a lot but still get a good machine  Show details

Shane
ShaneQLD5 posts
 

Great for the money - not great for large loads – Great cheap machine. Though you need to watch the weight limit as it tops out at about 4 large towels. Other than that no issues at all. Very happy with our purchase I Highly recommend if you are in the market to replace that old leaky somewhat reliable machine and save on money + power bills  Show details

Jenny W
Jenny WQLD10 posts
 

Compact and efficient – This is a great little machine which has impressed me more the more I use it.It is the first time I have had a machine without an agitator and after some scepticism I have found it to wash efficiently and does not tangle the washing.I love the lint filter and the fold back lid.The quick wash cycle I use for just about everything .I have found that… Read more

an extra spin cycle may be beneficial for heavier items.Value for money this machine is hard to beat.

helen brackenrig
helen brackenrigQLD4 posts
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Good machine – It took a little while to work out what programs were best for our clothes. Day to day light soiled clothes we used the quick wash, at 15 mins. This cycle certainly cleaned the clothes. Sheets and towels were on the standard cycle its a bit long, but again cleans well. I had the machine 2 mths now and I'm happy with what it does and the cost.  Show details ·  1

all.round.nice.guy
all.round.nice.guy9 posts
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Great bang for your buck! – Purchased from appliances online and has been great! I will admit, I was a little nervous because of the price.. but it has surpassed my expectations. Has short wash cycles for people (like me) who are always in a hurry and does a great job. It fairly quiet and easy to use.Its quite compact for a 7kg machine.. and while it dosn't dry as well as my… Read more

previous Simpson machine, the spin cycle is still more than adequate. Overall, great value for money.

Jason Lee
Jason LeeQLD8 posts
 

No fuss washing machine that works – Budget washing machine that does what it is designed for - washes clothes. All the basic washing functions such as cleaning, rinsing, soaking and spinning works well. Nothing fancy with easy functions. This is our family washing machine. It's quite compact also. We previously owned a washing machine from a more well known brand for 6 years,… Read more ·  1

purchased for at least triple the price of this, and we honestly think the Esatto does just as well, if not, better at most times.

Rebbecca
RebbeccaVIC8 posts
 

Excellent priced product that works well – The esatto ETLW7 is great value for money. I Love that it has extra space due to no agitator. The ETLW7 isn't as bulky as some other machines on the market. I found it took up less space than my 5.5kg machine. It is quiet and the number of different functions is great. One down side is I found the user manual not explanatory enough and had… Read more

to call customer service to find out where the fabric softner holder was and what the drawer inside the washing machine was and how to use it.

Ayran
Ayran5 posts
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Very good washing machine – I bought this washing machine from Appliances Online when I shifted in January, and found the whole process very satisfactory. Good price, prompt delivery, carried up to the first floor, and the washer works very well. Quiet, several washing programmes, effective spin which takes most of the water out of the clothes. Very satisfied, thank you.  Show details

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