Hotpoint-Ariston AQ104D 497SD white

Original appearance and efficiency

Externally, the Hotpoint-Ariston brand washing machine stands out from the competition with its atypical shape and door design, in which the control panel folds down along with the hatch. The latter is also notable for the presence of a TFT display, which increases the visibility and ease of interaction with the device against the background of simple LED analogs.

Hotpoint-Ariston AQ104D 497SD is able to clean 10 kg of laundry from dirt at a time, while consuming about 51 liters of water and 0.59 kWh of electricity. This indicator corresponds to a high class B (new), which, according to the usual old marking, is similar to the A grade with 4 pluses.

Reliability and efficiency

The washing machine is equipped not only with an inverter motor, which is designed to increase the working life of the device, but also with a Direct Injection direct injection system. Through a special upper nozzle, a detergent solution is supplied to the drum, improving its penetration into the fabric and contributing to effective washing even at low water temperatures.

Steam treatment and gentle care

Hotpoint-Ariston AQ104D 497SD users have 16 programs at their disposal, including running cycles for popular types of fabrics - cotton, synthetics, silk, etc. Wool washing deserves special mention, as it is approved by the reputable Woolmark company. Accordingly, wool products are guaranteed delicate care and protection against accelerated wear.

Refresh clothes without washing will allow a special steam program. In addition, hygiene steam can be added to various cycles as an option.

The shortcomings of the model include, to put it mildly, not a quiet spin (up to 78 dB), but it still corresponds to a moderate class C. Otherwise, the Hotpoint-Ariston AQ104D 497SD is an interesting device for those who have a lot of woolen items in their wardrobe and simply large wash volumes.