BBK is a Chinese brand of home appliances and electronics. Among its products, which are in great demand in Russia, there are also dishwashers. We learn what a BBK dishwasher is, what models are on the market and what consumers say about their work.
About dishwashers VVK
VVK brand is well known in Russia and the CIS. But this abbreviation looks more familiar on LED TVs, television receivers, DVD players, or at least microwave ovens. But BBK dishwashers are a surprise for the consumer. We learn what the industrial giant has prepared for our customers.
Who is the manufacturer?
This largest manufacturer from China has a good reputation. Contrary to the stereotype of the “Chinese assembly,” under this trademark they produce good-quality products, including dishwashers. BBK Electronics was founded at the end of the 20th century. It owns several brands and many factories that produce a wide variety of household appliances. Country - Manufacturer of Dishwashers (PMM) - China.
How to choose a PMM?
Those who buy a dishwasher for the first time, it is useful to know by what criteria to make a choice:
- Dimensions and roominess. The second depends on the first - the larger the apparatus, the more dishes it will wash at a time.
- A type. There are built-in and freestanding. VVK has no embedded versions yet.
- Energy class. The higher the class, the less you pay for electricity. Today, equipment with a class of at least “A” is valued. There are higher ones - A +, A ++, A +++.
- Equipment. In addition to the necessary components - a dispenser, baskets, a cutlery tray, etc., the kit can include various "chips" - lighting, changing the tilt of the basket, heat exchanger, etc.
- Functional. In any machine there is a basic functionality, in the elite - advanced. Self-cleaning, delayed start, waste crusher, etc. may be present.
- Manufacturer. The leaders of the rating are Miele, Bosch and Siemens. They are followed by Whirpool and Zanussi, then Beko. Chinese products by consumers and professionals are not valued.
Model overview - which one is better to choose?
The brand offers three types of PMM:
- full-sized;
- narrow
- compact.
Full-size and narrow machines differ only in width, in the first it is 60 cm, in the second - 45 cm. General for PMM of the mark VVK:
- Programs in full-size and narrow models: for everyday washing, intensive for heavily soiled dishes, express, for fragile dishes, economical, pre-soaking.
- Drying - condensation type.
- Affordable cost.
BBK 60-DW115D
A full-size machine with condensation drying, designed for 12 sets. This amount is enough for washing dishes after a small banquet. On the control panel - an informative display. It is controlled by PMM with touch buttons.
- Type: full-size.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Capacity: 12 sets.
- Power Consumption: A.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 11 l.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 60x60x85 cm.
- Programs: 6.
- Maximum inlet water temperature: 62 ° C.
- Temperature modes: 4.
- Weight: 43 kg.
- Average cost: from 15 300 to 18 500 rubles.
Our consumers have not yet had time to fully appreciate the work of Chinese dishwashers, so we will try to independently find the “light” and “dark” sides in them.
Pros:
- A delayed start timer is provided.
- It has an energy class A, which means the device is energy efficient, consumes energy carefully.
- A relatively light weight of 48 kg, although other brands have full-size counterparts are easier.
- There is a control panel lock - this is especially important for families with children.
- A sufficient number of programs - there are all the necessary modes for washing dishes.
- There are three baskets for utensils - it will be possible to rationally arrange utensils.
- 3 in 1 tablets may be used.
- The display shows all the useful information - how much time is left until the end of the cycle, what program is on, whether there is salt and rinse aid in the compartments.
Minuses:
- Water consumption at an average level - many PMM European brands spend much less water resources.
- Noisy. The best European cars noise at a level of 44–45 dB.
- There is no half load mode - this is a very popular option today that allows you to save resources. The absence of such a function is a big minus.
- There is leakage protection, but only partial (for the case).
- There is no water purity sensor - thanks to it, PMMs finish the program earlier, again saving resources.
The machine looks very simple, there is nothing original in the design - a white device without any frills. For some, a laconic design is a plus, while others like more modern solutions.
45-DW114D
This narrow condensation-dried apparatus almost repeats a full-size analogue - it provides the same functions and modes. Unlike the analogue 60 cm wide, the narrow machine holds 2 sets less. Everything else - like a full-sized analogue, has a timer, display, etc.
- Type: narrow.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Capacity: 9 sets.
- Power Consumption: A.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 10 l.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 45x60x85 cm.
- Programs: 6.
- Maximum inlet water temperature: 62 ° C.
- Temperature modes: 4.
- Weight: 37 kg.
- Average cost: from 14,445 to 16,860 rubles.
Pros:
- Due to its small width it will take up less space in the kitchen - a fact especially important for owners of small-sized apartments.
- Light weight.
- Relatively quiet operation.
Water consumption is less than a full-size model, but more than many narrow cars from Eurobrands.
BBK 55-DW011
Compact machine for a small kitchen. Also suitable for suburban cottages. It holds half as much as a standard dishwasher, but that’s enough for an average family.
- Type: compact.
- Installation: freestanding.
- Capacity: 6 sets.
- Power Consumption: A.
- Washing / Drying: A / A.
- Water consumption per cycle: 6.5 l.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 55x43.8x50 cm.
- Programs: 5 (intensive, standard, gentle, economical, express).
- Maximum inlet water temperature: 62 ° C.
- Temperature modes: 5.
- Weight: 20 kg.
- Average cost: about 14,000 rubles.
Pros:
- Takes up a minimum of space. It can be placed directly on the work surface.
- Having small dimensions, the compact version is equipped with the same functions as larger devices.
- Light weight.
Compact PMM, having half the load, is practically no different in cost from larger and roomier versions.
There is another compact modification on the market - 55-DW012D, which practically does not differ from the previously considered version in almost nothing but appearance.
The few users who commented on the above models rightly remark: “For the money - everything is fine!”
About Warranty
In the event of malfunctions, owners of VVK equipment can contact the authorized service centers of the company. A full list of services and their phones can be found on the official website of the company. Here you can find the warranty conditions.
Watch a useful video about VVK dishwashers:
Conclusions
To summarize:
- It is noticed that when buying cheap things, you have to "pay twice." As applied to IHC, it looks like this - the buyer saves on the purchase of PMM, but then overpays for water and electricity, since the cheap models do not have many functions responsible for saving resources.
- Affordable cost is the most important factor for consumers who are limited in funds or are not ready to pay tens of thousands of rubles for an apparatus, the importance and usefulness of which they doubt. Perhaps they should start by buying budget versions from a well-known Chinese manufacturer.
- If you need built-in equipment, you will have to look for the device among other brands - BBK has no built-in modifications.
- PMMs from the Chinese TV manufacturer do not yet compete with the main players. They are not even included in the top 15 for 2019 of the best brands of dishwashers. So far, Chinese versions are at the end of consumer and expert ratings.
BBK Chinese dishwashers allow a wide range of consumers to take a fresh look at their everyday life. Due to the affordable cost of Chinese PMM, there are more and more people who are ready to shift the washing of dishes to household appliances. As the Chinese devices will show themselves in work, we will soon find out.