Samsung 8 kg WA80F08S2LTL Wi-Fi Inverter Top Load, ₹20,990

Looking for a smart, efficient 8 kg washer that costs about ₹21,000? The Samsung WA80F08S2LTL is an 8 kg fully automatic top loader with a Digital Inverter motor, AI Wash, Wi-Fi control through the SmartThings app and a listed 0.0083 kWh/kg/cycle. It was ₹20,990 on amazon.in when we checked (MRP ₹30,990), with 4.0★ from 1,904 ratings, an Amazon's Choice badge and 4K+ bought in the past month. It ranks #2 in our Best Washing Machines Under ₹25,000 list with an overall score of 8.2/10.

WHO IT'S FOR

A family of four or five that wants a hands-free top loader with the newest Samsung features, and anyone who likes starting or checking a wash from their phone. It also suits homes with hard water, since Samsung lists it as suitable for hard-water washing.

CAPACITY

8 kg, which Samsung describes as suitable for large families. That covers a full day of clothes for four people or a couple of bedsheets in one go. Only the Samsung 10 kg, LG 9 kg and the LG twin-tub hold more in this list. Score: 7.5/10.

WASH PROGRAMS

12 programs, including AI Wash, Bedding, Delicates, Energy Saving, Jeans, Normal, Quick Wash, Rinse + Spin, Tub Clean and a Downloaded slot. Through the app you can download extra cycles such as Towels, Super Clean, Soak, Sari, Baby Care and Colors. Options include Delay End, Ecobubble, Super Speed, Intensive Wash and AirTurbo drying (15 or 30 minutes). Score: 9.0/10.

ENERGY AND WATER

BEE 5-star, listed at 0.0083 kWh/kg/cycle. AI Energy Mode claims up to 20% energy savings, and Ecobubble claims to clean with up to 25% less energy. Samsung does not give a water figure in the listing (it says to refer to the BEE label), which keeps this score below the LG 9 kg. Score: 9.0/10.

SPIN SPEED AND DRYING

700 RPM, the slowest spin among the fully automatic machines here (LG lists 740 RPM, IFB top loaders 720 RPM, the IFB front loader 1000 RPM). AirTurbo drying helps, but expect damper clothes than from the LG. Score: 6.5/10.

MOTOR

Samsung's Digital Inverter motor is covered for 10 years. The listing notes that the old 20-year motor offer applied only to purchases made between 1 December 2022 and 31 March 2026, so it does not apply now. Score: 9.0/10.

DRUM AND TUB

A stainless steel 2nd-generation Diamond Drum whose water-exit holes are 25% smaller and sit inside diamond-shaped dips, which Samsung says is gentler on clothes. A Dual Storm pulsator creates the wash vortex. The body is rust-proof with rat-mesh protection. Score: 8.0/10.

NOISE AND VIBRATION

No dB figure is published. AI VRT+ (Vibration Reduction Technology) is meant to keep the spin quiet and steady, and a Sound Off option silences the beeps. Score: 7.5/10.

FEATURES

• •Wi-Fi with SmartThings app control, Smart Check diagnosis, AI Wash (senses the weight and softness of the load), Ecobubble, BubbleStorm, Magic Filter, Monsoon mode, 10 water levels, child lock, auto restart, a soft-closing door with a tempered glass window and touch controls. It works from 0.05 to 0.78 MPa water pressure. Score: 9.0/10.

WARRANTY

2 years comprehensive and 10 years on the motor. That is normal for Samsung and LG, but the IFB machines give 4 years comprehensive. Score: 7.5/10.

THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE BUYING

The listing's "Model Name" field says "RD", which is a listing error; the model number is WA80F08S2LTL. Wi-Fi features need the SmartThings app and a stable home Wi-Fi signal near the machine. It is 54 cm wide, 56.8 cm deep and 98.8 cm tall.

HOW IT COMPARES AT THIS PRICE

The LG T80VBMB4Z costs the same ₹20,990 and gives a faster 740 RPM spin, a listed 54 dB and a water figure, but no Wi-Fi and fewer programs. The older Samsung WA80BG4441BG (₹19,490) saves ₹1,500 with the same 0.0083 kWh/kg and inverter motor, but has no Wi-Fi or AI Wash.

VALUE FOR MONEY

₹20,990 for an 8 kg inverter machine with Wi-Fi, 12 programs and a top-class energy figure is very good value: 8.5/10.

VERDICT

The Samsung WA80F08S2LTL is the best top-load washing machine under ₹25,000 for most families. It has the most features for the money and runs efficiently. If faster drying matters more than Wi-Fi, the LG T80VBMB4Z at the same price is the alternative.

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