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Ask HN: Any resources for finding non-smart appliances?

155 points everyone | 1 comments | 07 Jul 25 10:44 UTC | HN request time: 0.309s | source

My washing machine broke down. I need a replacement. I must avoid getting a "smart" one though. Are there any lists of products that arent "smart" so I can know which models are viable options to buy? Or other resources? I'm based in Ireland.
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baq ◴[07 Jul 25 11:20 UTC] No.44489071[source]▶
I’ve got an Electrolux (AEG) since 2015 and it recently needed its heating element replaced because I never bothered to use any water softeners. It took the serviceman 10 minutes and cost less than 100 euros.

I also have friends with Samsung washing machines. Let’s just say get an AEG.

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robin_reala ◴[07 Jul 25 11:30 UTC] No.44489161[source]▶
My Samsung dryer needed a heating element replaced. It cost €450 (~80% of the original purchase price) and involved replacing basically half the machine. I’ll be actively avoiding Samsung in the future.
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1. sizzle ◴[08 Jul 25 10:30 UTC] No.44498724[source]▶
This is why you’ll have to pry my 20 year old gas burning whirlpool dryer from my dead hands.

I replace a squeaky drum wheel ~$20 and a drum pulley belt kit ~$40 and this dryer is flawless. It can bake my towels if I want or run low heat for delicates.

My parents Samsung is constantly on the fritz and their home warranty company keeps replacing parts or the whole unit over the years.